Ms Expedition was built in Helsingør/Denmark in 1972 and was owned by Viking Lines for the last 15 years sailing between Sweden and Finland.
| Hurtigruten Expedition |
| Ocean Cruise |
| Passenger capacity: 120 |
| Passenger Decks: 4 |
| Total Cabins: 58 |
| Cabins (Balcony): 0 |
| Cabins (Outside): 58 |
| Gross Tonnage: 6336 |
| Restaurants: 1 |
| Bars: 1 |
| Swimming Pools: 0 |
| Spa: No |
| Gym: Yes |
| Casino: No |
The ship has been bought by GAP Adventures and is currently undergoing a major rebuilding and modernisation at Aker shipyards in Turku/Finland. Spitsbergen Travel has chartered the ship for the Spitsbergen voyages.
Once finished, the ship will have spacious and comfortable public rooms including a panorama lounge, an expedition lounge, restaurant (one sitting), library, bar, fitness room and sauna. All cabins will be outside with a window or porthole and private facilities. A fleet of ten Zodiacs is available for landings and excursions and stabilisers ensure a smooth journey.




























