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| Jul 05, 2025 | Jul 26, 2025 | 12,409 |
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| Start Date | End Date | From EUR | From USD |
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| Jul 05, 2025 | Jul 26, 2025 | 12,409 |
13,467 |
ITINERARY
Day
0 : Reykjavik, Iceland
Reykjavík,
established by Viking settler Ingólfur Arnarson around 870
C.E, is the location of the first permanent settlement in Iceland. The
census of 1703 recorded that Reykjavík had 69 residents and
consisted of a farm and a church. The impressive statue of Leif
Erikson, in the center of town, reminds all of Iceland’s
Viking heritage. Its name translates to ‘smoky
bay’, due to the geothermal nature of the surrounding area.
Today about 200.000 people live in the Icelandic capital, roughly 60%
of the country’s population. It has evolved into a
sophisticated city. The northernmost national capital in the world is
also one of the cleanest, greenest, and safest on Earth.
Walking Reykjavik streets one will find rich culture, history, music,
shopping and in the late hours vibrant night-life. Colorful rooftops
and the elegant spire of Hallgrímskirkja Church dominate
Reykjavik’s skyline. Known for its arts, Reykjavik hosts a
number of internationally recognized festivals, notably the Iceland Air
music festival, Reykjavik Arts Festival and the Reykjavik International
Film Festival.
Day 1 : Isafjordur,
Iceland
The Westfjords in northwest Iceland is a remote and sparsely populated
peninsula of steep, tall mountains cut by dozens of fjords. The lack of
flat lowlands suitable for farming played a key role in keeping this
region wild and sparsely populated. The raw and untamed natural
landscape around Ísafjörður is
characterized by a subarctic environment. A colorful show of blooming
tundra wildflowers carpets the mountain slopes and valleys during the
short, cool summer.
Vigur Island, second largest island in the Westfjords region, is one of
the most renowned areas in Iceland for viewing nesting birds en masse.
The area’s cliffs host an astonishing wealth of nesting
birdlife, while the occasional arctic fox can be spotted patrolling the
edges of the bird colonies in hope of an easy meal.
According to Icelandic history, Ísafjörður
was first settled in the 9th century by a man called Helgi Magri
Hrólfsson. The oldest house in Iceland, built in 1734, can
be found in Ísafjörður and is now a part of
a local museum.
Day 2 :
Akureyri, Iceland
Akureyri is the second largest urban area in Iceland with a population
of around 18,000. Nicknamed ‘The Capital of the
North,’ it is situated at the head of
Eyjafjörður, the longest fjord in Iceland, only 62
miles (100 km) from the Arctic Circle. Surrounded by snow-streaked
mountains, the Akureyri hills flourish in summer with a profusion of
arctic wildflowers. Mt. Kerling is the highest peak visible from town,
at 5,064’ (1,538 m). Often cloudy, with a mild climate,
Akureyri has much less precipitation than its southern counterpart
Reykjavik. It is a cultured city, with a university, numerous
galleries, museums, art exhibitions, and live theater performances.
Nearby Hrísey Island is a spectacularly beautiful and
peaceful island often called ‘The Pearl of
Eyjafjörður,’ with an atmosphere of calm and
settled tranquility. Numerous Atlantic puffins fly overhead, and the
occasional whale is seen traversing the fjord.
Day 3 : Vopnafjorour,
Iceland
The bay of Vopnafjörður was first settled by Vikings
in the late 9th century. The first record of it is in the
Vopnfirðinga saga, one of the classic Family Sagas, a series of
epic family histories written in the 13th century. Little is known
about the history of Vopnafjörður after Iceland lost
its independence to Norway in 1264.
This is an area of truly rugged, natural beauty. Devoid of trees and
carpeted in thick mosses, the landscape surrounding
Vopnafjörður is typical of the extreme east coast of
Iceland. Gljúfursárfoss, a graceful, cascading
waterfall plunges into a very dramatic gorge. It is one of the best
known waterfalls in this part of the country. A highlight of Icelandic
culture and lifestyle is the Bustarfell Folk Museum. Bustarfell is a
quaint group of six houses, many centuries old, constructed in the
traditional Icelandic farm style. The brown wooden houses, gabled in
red with grass-grown roofs, is one of the oldest and best preserved
farms of its kind in Iceland.
Day 4 : Days At Sea
Day 5 : Kirkwall, Scotland, United Kingdom
The Orkney Archipelago, a collection of stark, treeless
islands off Scotland's northern coast, is steeped in history dating
back over 5,000 years. Here you'll find Europe’s densest
concentration of ancient Neolithic sites, and rugged coastlines framed
by towering cliffs of Old Red Sandstone from the Devonian period.
INCLUDED SHORE EXCURSIONS:
Option 1: Heart of Neolithic Orkney
Journey through a landscape of rich farmland, rolling
hills, and moorland to explore the heart of Neolithic Orkney. Marvel at
the ceremonial Standing Stones of Stenness, and visit the eerily
beautiful Ring of Brodgar on a windswept plain. Discover Skara Brae,
Orkney's most exciting Neolithic village and the best-preserved of its
kind in Northern Europe. This 5,000-year-old settlement was buried
under sand until a storm in 1850 revealed its secrets.
Option 2: Highlights of Orkney with Guided tour of Stromness
Head into Mainland, Orkney’s largest island,
passing through the Neolithic Heartland of Orkney. Stop at the Ring of
Brodgar, a massive ceremonial circle of stones dating back nearly 5,000
years. Continue to Stromness, a charming fishing village, for a guided
tour along the picturesque harbor and flag-stoned high street. Your
circular tour follows Scapa Flow's coastline, a famous British Naval
Base in both World Wars.
Day 6 : Days At Sea
Day
7 : 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
8-9
: Days At Sea
Day 10 : 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 11 : 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 12 : 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 13 : 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 14 : 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 14 : 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 15-16 : Days At Sea
Day 17 : 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 17 : 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 18 : 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 19 : Days At Sea
Day 20 : Rotterdam, The Netherlands
Rotterdam’s skyline includes some of the most
eclectic and daring architecture in Europe, resulting from the fact
that most of the city was destroyed during Allied bombing in World War
II during its Nazi occupation. Today it is Europe’s largest
port. Only three buildings in the city center survived, the Art Deco
City Hall, the Great St. Laurence church from 1499, and the 10-storey,
Art Nouveau style White House from 1898. Delfshaven is the oldest
existing neighborhood of Rotterdam, dating mostly from the 17th
century. The city is rich in museums, with the Boymans van Beuningen
being the most extensive art collection, from the 14th century forward.
The striking Kunsthal designed by architect Rem Koolhaas, is a work of
art in itself. Rotterdam has only seven windmills remaining, but a
short trip to nearby Kinderdijk takes you to the UNESCO World Heritage
Site containing 19 classic Dutch windmills. Other options for
excursions from Rotterdam include half- or full-day tours to Amsterdam
or to the 17th century charms of Gouda.
Day
21 : 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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