DATES / RATES
Rates are listed per person
|
| Start Date | End Date | From EUR | From USD |
|---|
| Jun 14, 2025 | Jun 28, 2025 | 8,569 |
9,051 |
| Jul 12, 2025 | Jul 26, 2025 | 9,012 |
9,519 |
Rates are listed per person
|
| Start Date | End Date | From EUR | From USD |
|---|
| Jun 14, 2025 | Jun 28, 2025 | 8,569 |
9,051 |
| Jul 12, 2025 | Jul 26, 2025 | 9,012 |
9,519 |
ITINERARY
Day
0 : Dover (London), England, UK
Approaching
the coast, ships are greeted by the ethereal White Cliffs of Dover.
This iconic strip of milky-white land serves as England's welcoming
beacon, its stark beauty becoming more apparent as you draw closer. The
coastline unfurls like a grand tapestry, its white chalk cliffs
streaked with black flint, rising majestically 350 feet straight from
the sea's embrace.
The
echoes of ancient times resonate from every corner of Dover.
Archaeological treasures hint at the presence of human life during the
Stone Age, painting a vivid picture of the region's rich history.
However, it was the Romans who first recorded Dover's significance,
drawn by its strategic location just 21 miles from the French mainland.
Dover is home to remarkable Roman remnants, including the tallest
Roman-built lighthouse still standing in Britain, as well as the only
preserved Roman wall mural outside Italy.
Day
1-2 : Days At Sea
Day 3 : Trondheim, Norway
Founded
in 997, Trondheim is one of Norway's oldest cities, situated midway
between southern and northern Norway. Dominated by the massive Nidaros
Cathedral, Trondheim is often referred to as the Royal City.
Traditionally, the kings of Norway have been crowned in the cathedral,
which is considered a National Shrine. Straddling both sides of the
River Nid, on Trondheimfjord, much of the town was rebuilt after a
disastrous fire in 1681 destroyed the majority of its original wooden
structures. Some of the oldest buildings, dating to the 1700s, have
survived along the river, while the wide streets of the city center
boast picturesque and brightly painted houses.
Day
4 : Bronnoysund, Norway
A
coastal city, Brønnøysund’s origin
dates back to its 13th century Viking heritage. In the intervening
centuries, it has been settled by immigrants from southern Norway and
Sweden, and its local Swedish-like dialect still carries echoes of this
past.
Brønnøysund
sits on a narrow peninsula from the mainland, is surrounded by
waterways dotted with a maze of small scenic islands. In this fairytale
setting, picturesque, colorful houses are set amidst thick lush
greenery, turquoise blue water and shallow bays. Towering above the
town like a giant troll’s hat is the massive granitic
monolith of Torghatten Mountain. Here can be found one of the great
natural curiosities of the area, a 520’ (160 m) hole piercing
completely through the center of the mountain. The Viking sagas
surmised that it was the impact of a warrior horseman’s arrow
that created the wound. However, it was actually formed during the last
Ice Age by erosion from ice and water.
Day
5 : Svolvaer (Lofoten), Norway
Huddled
together in what appears to be a wall of solid rock, the Lofotens are
actually several islands. Their scenery, revealed when the ice
disappeared from the last Ice Age, is held to be among the most
dramatic in Norway. Svolvaer, located on the island of Austvaagoey,
received town status in 1996, and is the Lofotens' most important city
with about 4,500 residents. Dominating the town is the mountain peak
called Svolvaergeita, a beacon for climbers. Fishermen flock here when
the Norwegian Arctic cod enters the Vestfjord to spawn. Artists prize
the picturesque setting and extraordinary light conditions.
Day
6 : Tromso, Norway
Tromsø
is the largest city in northern Norway and the ninth most populous
municipality in the country. It surprises visitors with its
sophisticated art scene, its contrasting modern and historical
architecture, international cuisine, multicultural events, and
festivals throughout the year.
Situated
200 miles north of the Arctic Circle, Tromsø is within the
land of the midnight sun during summer months and the elusive northern
lights in winter. However, thanks to the warming effect of the Gulf
Stream, the sea doesn’t freeze here in winter, and there is
no permafrost in the vicinity. Tromsø is noticeably milder
than other towns at the same latitudes in other parts of the world.
Tromsø
is also ‘The City of Explorers’ and has seen a
number of expeditions set off from its shores to the probe the polar
realm. Both Roald Amundsen and Fridtjof Nansen frequently recruited men
in the city. Nowadays home to the Norwegian Polar Institute,
Tromsø continues a tradition of being one of the key centers
in explorations of the Arctic.
Day
7 : Honningsvag, Norway
The
perpendicular cliffs of Nordkapp, or the North Cape, mark the very top
of the European continent. This ultimate destination has long drawn
adventurous royalty including Oscar II, King of Norway and Sweden, who
visited in 1873, and followed by the King of Siam in 1907. The North
Cape is located on the island of Mageroey, a name derived from a word
that means 'meager.' While the landscape may have a lunar appearance,
it is not really so isolated. Just 21 miles away, the main town,
Honningsvåg, has some 4,000 inhabitants. In summer that
number swells when the Sami people and their reindeer settle on the
outskirts of town.
Day
7 : Scenic Cruising North Cape
The
looming cliffs of Norway’s North Cape rise directly from the
sea 1007 ft/307m to a plateau as flat as a table. This impressive
headland has been selected to represent the northernmost point of
Europe, even though it is technically located on an island,
Magerøya, connected to the mainland by a bridge. At
71° 10’ 20” N latitude, it is just 1,306
mi/2012 km from the North Pole. At this point, the Norwegian Sea, which
is part of the Atlantic Ocean, meets the Barents Sea, part of the
Arctic Ocean. Further north, the mountainous archipelagoes of Franz
Josef Land and Svalbard are the last lands before the Polar Ice Pack.
The Midnight Sun does not dip below the horizon here at any time
between May 14 and July 31 each year. Sheer and formidable, the North
Cape pays its role to the hilt, emphatically declaring itself the end
of Europe’s landmass.
Day
8-9 : Days At Sea
Day 10 : Loen (Olden), Norway
The
small village of Olden is located deep in the Nordfjord, cradled in a
lush valley among snowcapped peaks. It has welcomed visitors arriving
by ship since the end of the 19th century, as attested by the venerable
Hotel Alexandria dating from 1884. There are some very old farms around
Olden, including some believed to predate the Christian era here. Less
than four miles away, the village of Loen is nestled at the base of Mt.
Hoven, where a newly opened Skylift cable car can carry visitors from
sea level to the mountaintop at 1,011 meters in about five minutes.
There, they will enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding peaks and
glaciers, and the fjords, farms and villages below. A strung cable Via
Ferrata invites ambitious climbers to clip on and ascend the mountain
on foot. The village is the popular gateway to the sprawling
Jostedalsbreen National Park, with its system of glaciers feeding
waterfalls including the Ramnefjellsfossen, whose three free-falling
cascades tumble nearly 2,700 feet, making it the world’s
third-highest waterfall. Mt. Skala is another popular attraction,
boasting twin peaks of over 7,000 feet in altitude.
Day
10 : Scenic Cruising Nordfjord
Cruise
Norway’s sixth-longest fjord, which arises from the mighty
Jostedalsbreen Glacier, Europe’s largest, high in the
mountains and empties into the sea at
Husevågøy island south of the Stadlandet
Peninsula. The fjord is 66 miles/106 km long, with six main branches.
It is surrounded by snow-capped peaks, some of which are capable of
offering year-round skiing on their highest slopes. There are a number
of fishing communities along the fjord which date from pre-Viking days,
including Stryn, Gloppen, Eid, Utvik, Olden and Loen. Enjoy the passing
panorama of shining water, steep mountainsides and tiny villages
glowing in the endless sun of Norway’s summer.
Day 11 : Bergen, Norway
Stunningly
beautiful Bergen is the ideal combination of nature, culture and
exciting urban life, and is also the gateway to Norway’s
fjords. Since King Olav Kyrre founded the city in 1070, Bergen has
attracted people from all over the world. The city's history has been
marked by numerous great fires, and what remains of the Bryggen, its
old inner harbor, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the colorful
setting for one of Norway’s most popular postcard views.
Bergen
is a cultural melting pot, with concerts, international festivals and
museums of all kinds. The renowned Hanseatic Museum and Gamlehaugen
Mansion, the residence of the Norwegian Royal Family, are two of the
many highlights. Den Nationale Scene Theater is one of the oldest in
Norway, while beautiful Christ Church Cathedral, built by King Olav
Kyrre in 1066, has been the site of numerous royal coronations and
burials. The Bergenhus fortress, built in 1240, is situated at the
harbor entrance and is one of the oldest and best-preserved stone
fortifications in Norway.
Day 12 : Days At Sea
Day 13 : Amsterdam, The Netherlands
The
delightfully attractive city of Amsterdam is home to many of the
world's great art treasures, and is a major center of the glamorous
diamond trade as well. Unique architectural styles of the past blend
with superb modern structures, and the web of curved and straight
canals makes the city as easy to traverse by water as by land. The
hospitality of the local people has been remarked upon by generations
of travelers, and the Dutch's respect for and tolerance of the beliefs
of others has attracted refugees from around the world for centuries.
Day
14 : Dover (London), England, UK
Approaching
the coast, ships are greeted by the ethereal White Cliffs of Dover.
This iconic strip of milky-white land serves as England's welcoming
beacon, its stark beauty becoming more apparent as you draw closer. The
coastline unfurls like a grand tapestry, its white chalk cliffs
streaked with black flint, rising majestically 350 feet straight from
the sea's embrace.
The
echoes of ancient times resonate from every corner of Dover.
Archaeological treasures hint at the presence of human life during the
Stone Age, painting a vivid picture of the region's rich history.
However, it was the Romans who first recorded Dover's significance,
drawn by its strategic location just 21 miles from the French mainland.
Dover is home to remarkable Roman remnants, including the tallest
Roman-built lighthouse still standing in Britain, as well as the only
preserved Roman wall mural outside Italy.
Seabourn Sojourn (Luxury Expedition, 458-guests)
Seabourn Sojourn enchants her guests with an array of public areas scaled to encourage a relaxed sociability. One of the most unusual features of Seabourn Sojourn and her sisters is Seabourn Square, an ingenious "living room" that replaces the traditional cruise ship lobby with a welcoming lounge filled with easy chairs, sofas and cocktail tables; making it more inviting and relaxing on a small ship cruise. An enclave in its center houses knowledgeable concierges discreetly seated at individual desks.
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