The vessel will offer year-round sailings of the British Isles, southern Scandinavia and Norway.
Anthony Daniels, general manager for Hurtigruten Expeditions UK and EMEA, said the company has been "waiting patiently for this day to arrive" and is "delighted to finally see Maud set sail on its maiden voyage from the Port of Dover".
"Hurtigruten Expeditions are committed to investing in the UK travel industry and delivering guests new adventures, and our year-round sailings offer UK travellers an unrivalled expedition experience closer to home," he added.
A 15-day "Northern Lights and Fjords Expedition" round-trip sailing from Dover to the North Cape has departures between October 2021 and March 2022. Prices start from £2,999pp.
