The new offering will only apply to sailings from April 1 2017, and will see customers offered the choice of three different options: a basic, select or platinum package.

UK head of sales Anthony Daniels told delegates at the line’s global sales event in Norway that the basic package will be “no-frills” offering, including only a pre-selected cabin as well as meals and water. Customers will be able to choose their cabin grade, but will not be given a choice of room number.

The select option will enable customers to choose their cabin and preferred dining time. Passengers will also be given complimentary wi-fi, as well as tea and coffee throughout the voyage.

Meanwhile the platinum package will offer the same, as well as A La Carte dining, an inclusive drinks package, exclusive shore excursions, a visit to the ship’s bridge and private transfers in Bergen and Trondheim.

They will also be given complimentary water in the cabins, a welcome basket with champagne, and complimentary use of binoculars.

Meanwhile senior vice president of commercial Arild Kaale also told TTG that there were additional plans to alter the boarding process.

He revealed that the line was exploring the option of self-check in desks, which would issue passengers with their room key card.

He insisted the concept was still very much “in progress”, but said he hoped it would be introduced “some time next year.”