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London to London
Region: Scandinavia
- Rating: (5)
- Cruise Line: Silversea
- Duration: 15 Nights
- Cruise Ship: Silver Wind
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- London (Tower Bridge), UK: Depart 18:00
  London is undoubtedly one of the world's greatest cities. With a population of nearly eight million, it is by far the largest city in Europe, spreading over an area of more than 620 square miles. In addition to numerous monuments from its past as a world empire, London is equally known for its pageantry and tradition. Though the city was heavily damaged during the Blitz of World War II, a surprising number of monuments were miraculously spared from destruction. Soon after the end of the war, England's capital began to prosper as never before. London has something for everyone - wide boulevards buzzing with excitement far into the night, quiet squares and explorable alleyways. Large expanses of greenery, such as Hyde Park, Green Park and St. James Park, are all within a few minutes' walk of the West End shops.The museums and galleries are as varied and rich as you will find anywhere. Monuments run the gamut from Roman ruins to sumptuous castles and opulent public buildings, representing the architecture of the triumphal British Empire. Many of these buildings were constructed in the 18th century and during the reign of Queen Victoria to reflect the city's status as the financial and administrative hub of a great empire. Today, London wears its 2,000 years of history with dignity. Alongside modern skyscrapers are remnants of the city's Roman wall. Norman London is evident in one of London's best-known landmarks, the Tower of London, whose origins date back to William the Conqueror.The city's oldest pub, a few medieval churches and the timbered Elizabethan façade of Staple Inn recall London before the Great Fire of 1666. Stately Georgian squares from the 18th century are preserved in the fashionable West End.
- Haugesund, Norway: Arrive 08:00 - Depart 15:00
- Flam, Norway: Arrive 08:00 - Depart 16:30
  The tiny village lies hemmed in on three sides by the towering walls of the longest and narrowest fjord in Europe, the Aurlandsfjord. Flåm's appeal is its magnificent surroundings, ranging from fertile farmland to crystal-clear streams and towering mountains. Flåm is also the terminus of one of the most exciting train rides in the world - the Flåm Railway. Climbing 2,850 feet in just 12 miles, past cascading waterfalls and through 20 tunnels blasted out of towering mountains, the journey offers incredible views and thrills. The Flåm Railway operates year-round - a great tourist attraction during the summer and a local lifeline during the deep winter months.
- Alesund, Norway: Arrive 08:00 - Depart 17:00
  The coastal town of Ålesund is the commercial capital of the More og Romsdal district. But more important, it is noted for its characteristic Jugendstil (Art Nouveau) buildings, which some claim make Ålesund one of the most beautiful towns in Norway. This Art Nouveau style emerged when the town was completely rebuilt after a devastating fire in 1904 destroyed nearly 800 buildings and left 10,000 residents homeless. It is said that the fire started by a tipped oil lamp. Rebuilding was carried out with the help of many young, foreign architects who added their own flourishes to the architectural blend of German Jugendstil and Viking roots. Today, narrow streets are crammed with buildings topped with turrets, spires and gables that bear decorations of dragonheads and curlicues. As one of the few remaining Art Nouveau towns in the world, in 1998 Ålesund was awarded the coveted Houens National Memorial Prize for the preservation of its unique architecture. The town center is crowded onto a narrow fishhook-shaped peninsula. Without space to expand farther, most of the approximate 38,000 residents live scattered across surrounding islands and peninsulas. In addition to a picturesque fishing port along the old harbor \"Brosundet,\" Ålesund boasts one of the largest facilities in Norway for the export of dried and fresh fish. Come ashore and enjoy this delightful place with its whimsically decorated buildings that give Ålesund its unique ambiance and distinctive character valued by residents and visitors alike.
- Bronnoysund : Arrive 08:00 - Depart 17:00
- Svolvaer, Norway: Arrive 08:00 - Depart 17:00
  Svolvaer is located in Lofoten on the south coast of Austvagoy, facing the open sea to the south, and with mountains immediately to the north. The most famous mountain, Svolværgeita, was first climbed in 1910. Svolvaer is partly located on smaller islands, such as Svinøya, connected to the main island by way of the Svinoy Bridge. Sheltered by the mountains to the north and west, the Svolvær area has less fog and experiences somewhat higher daytime temperatures in summer than the western part of Lofoten, but the same mountains also create more orographic precipitation on rainy days. Svolvær offers the atmosphere of a harbour, a small town and art simultaneously. This is a bustling trading and communications centre with ferry, sea and air connections.
- Tromso, Norway: Arrive 08:00 - Depart 17:00
  Tromsø is a city and municipality in the county of Troms, Norway. The area has been inhabited since the end of the ice age, and the Sámi culture is the first known culture of the region. Norwegian culture had reached the area around 800 CE, when sources tell of Ohthere's Viking settlement somewhere south of today's Tromsø. The first church on the island of Tromsøya was erected in the 13th century, and the area one of Denmark-Norway's very northernmost territories not contested by Russia. During the 1600s, Denmark-Norway solidified its claim to the northern coast of Scandinavia and during this period a redoubt, Skansen, was built. Tromsø was issued its city charter in 1794 by King Christian VII. The city was established as a municipality January 1.
- Honningsvåg (Nordkapp), Norway: Arrive 08:00 - Depart 19:00
- Hammerfest: Arrive 08:00 - Depart 18:00
  The world’s northernmost town suffers from brutal winters when night lasts for several months. To brighten the situation, Hammerfest purchased a generator in 1891 from Thomas Edison, making it the first town in Europe to have electric street lights. In addition to the constant struggle against the harsh elements in this inhospitable region, Hammerfest suffered from a devastating fire in 1891 and destruction by retreating German forces at the end of World War II. Each time, the town was stubbornly rebuilt with the result that today Hammerfest is a surprisingly bright and rather elegant town with an open and unique atmosphere.
- Reine, Lofoten Islands: Arrive 13:00 - Depart 23:00
- Molde, Norway: Arrive 08:00 - Depart 17:00
  Picturesque Molde, dating back to 1742, is situated on the northern bank of Molde's fjord, sheltered from the Norwegian Sea. Molde enjoys, as a beautiful backdrop, the mighty range of the snow-capped Romsdal Mountains. These peaks provide for an unusually temperate climate, in fact mild enough to have earned Molde the title of “City of Roses.” This climate, warmed by the distant Gulf Stream, also accounts for Molde's popularity as a tourist destination for the last 100 years. Apart from this gorgeous setting, Molde offers attractive parks and gardens. This city suffered from severe bombing raids during World War II and when reconstruction took place, city planners left more than adequate open space. Gardens sprang up everywhere, including on the rooftops of new government buildings! There's enough jazz in Molde to brighten even the darkest winter nights. This music is highlighted during the annual Molde Jazz Festival when musicians come from far and wide to jam. Nearby points of interest include such destinations as the Romsdal Museum with its notable collection of old timbered dwellings. A superb view over the area can be had from 1,300-foot-high Varden Hill. On a clear day, from this vantage point, you can see some 87 mountain peaks--or so claim the local townspeople. In town, favorite attractions include the 1960s Town Hall and the Molde Cathedral which was constructed in the 1950s. Some famous former citizens of Molde include the Norwegian dramatist, Henrik Ibsen. He was considered probably the country's most influential figure in modern theater. Bjørnstjerne Bjørnsone was also a citizen of Molde. Though most famous in Scandinavia, this Norwegian writer is revered around the world as the seminal figure of 19th-century Norwegian literature. Your day ashore should be quite delightful. Have your cameras at the ready.
- Bergen, Norway:
  With its spectacular setting among seven hills, Bergen is one of the most beautiful cities in Norway. Founded in 1070 AD by the illustrious King Olav Kyrre, it became the first capital of Norway during the 13th century. The city became an important shipping and commercial centre; it was the headquarters for the Hanseatic League, an association of merchants in Northern Europe until the 17th century. Although the city periodically has been ravaged by fire, many fine examples of medieval architecture can still be found. Bergen's association with the sea has given the city its lifeblood. The fishing industry and trade has provided the economic backbone for the region for centuries. Other important sources of income are tourism, industry, craftsmanship, oil and gas. Bergen is also an important university city.
- London (Tower Bridge), UK: Arrive 08:00
- 17-Jul-2018 - £9495.00More Information
The Ultimate Svalbard Expedition
Region: Scandinavia
- Rating: (3)
- Cruise Line: Hurtigruten
- Duration: 10 Nights
- Cruise Ship: MS Spitsbergen
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- 17-Jul-2018 - £More Information
Copenhagen to Copenhagen
Region: Scandinavia
- Rating: (5)
- Cruise Line: Silversea
- Duration: 7 Nights
- Cruise Ship: Silver Spirit
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- Copenhagen, Denmark: Depart 17:00
  Visitors to Copenhagen cannot help being impressed by the magnitude of attractions. As the locale of Hans Christian Andersen's enchanting tale of The Little Mermaid, Copenhagen has become Denmark's fairy-tale city. Its impressive theaters, museums and churches are of interest to many visitors; the best-loved attractions include the world-famous Tivoli Gardens, the Langelinie Harbor with its statue of The Little Mermaid, and the busy shopping promenade known as Strøget. Shopping and dining opportunities are endless.
- Skagen: Arrive 07:30 - Depart 13:00
  Skagen is the northernmost town in Denmark, at the tip of Jutland on the Kattegat strait. It became a holiday resort at the end of the 19th century and a colony for artists and writers. Painters and poets were the first to see the light - literally. Particularly the Skagen Group of painters made the place famous.
- Bergen, Norway: Arrive 09:00 - Depart 17:00
  With its spectacular setting among seven hills, Bergen is one of the most beautiful cities in Norway. Founded in 1070 AD by the illustrious King Olav Kyrre, it became the first capital of Norway during the 13th century. The city became an important shipping and commercial centre; it was the headquarters for the Hanseatic League, an association of merchants in Northern Europe until the 17th century. Although the city periodically has been ravaged by fire, many fine examples of medieval architecture can still be found. Bergen's association with the sea has given the city its lifeblood. The fishing industry and trade has provided the economic backbone for the region for centuries. Other important sources of income are tourism, industry, craftsmanship, oil and gas. Bergen is also an important university city.
- Hellesylt, Norway: Arrive 08:00 - Depart 22:00
  The small village of Hellesylt is an old Viking port located at the head of the Sunnylvenfjord on the northwest coast of Norway. Here, glacier-fed streams cascade over towering granite cliffs and descend to the calm waters of the fjord. The thundering waterfalls, snow-capped mountains, lakes and crystalline glaciers, inspired Henrik Ibsen's dramatic masterpiece, \"Brand.\" Guests wishing to witness Norway's majestic fjords, as well as the dramatic mountainous interior, will take the opportunity during this brief call in Hellesylt to join overland excursions. Tour HLL-A Overland from Hellesylt to Geiranger will rejoin the ship later today in the port of Geiranger. For the more adventurous, you may opt for HLL-B Rafting Valldal which also rejoins the ship in Geiranger.
- Geiranger, Norway: Arrive 12:00 - Depart 17:00
  Of Norway's many fjords, Geirangerfjord is doubtless the most beautiful and most photographed one. As a convoluted branch of the Storfjord, it cuts deep inland, marked by a number of impressive waterfalls and sheer rock faces on both sides. The snake-like fjord stretches between the tiny villages of Geiranger and Hellesylt, boasting waterfalls with such romantic names as “The Seven Sisters,” “The Bridal Veil,” and “The Suitor.” Like many of the neighboring fjords, this one also remains ice free during the long winter months, facilitating travel by local ferry between Geiranger and Hellesylt year-round. Surrounded by majestic mountains and nestled in a hollow at the eastern end of the fjord, the tiny hamlet of Geiranger is perhaps the most picturesque village in all of Norway. It is also one of the country's best-known tourist destinations, serving as a starting point for trips into the mountain region. Its storybook appearance boasts the special “Geiranger motif” used in numerous tourist advertisements.
- Alesund, Norway: Arrive 08:00 - Depart 14:00
  The coastal town of Ålesund is the commercial capital of the More og Romsdal district. But more important, it is noted for its characteristic Jugendstil (Art Nouveau) buildings, which some claim make Ålesund one of the most beautiful towns in Norway. This Art Nouveau style emerged when the town was completely rebuilt after a devastating fire in 1904 destroyed nearly 800 buildings and left 10,000 residents homeless. It is said that the fire started by a tipped oil lamp. Rebuilding was carried out with the help of many young, foreign architects who added their own flourishes to the architectural blend of German Jugendstil and Viking roots. Today, narrow streets are crammed with buildings topped with turrets, spires and gables that bear decorations of dragonheads and curlicues. As one of the few remaining Art Nouveau towns in the world, in 1998 Ålesund was awarded the coveted Houens National Memorial Prize for the preservation of its unique architecture. The town center is crowded onto a narrow fishhook-shaped peninsula. Without space to expand farther, most of the approximate 38,000 residents live scattered across surrounding islands and peninsulas. In addition to a picturesque fishing port along the old harbor \"Brosundet,\" Ålesund boasts one of the largest facilities in Norway for the export of dried and fresh fish. Come ashore and enjoy this delightful place with its whimsically decorated buildings that give Ålesund its unique ambiance and distinctive character valued by residents and visitors alike.
- Flam, Norway: Arrive 08:00 - Depart 16:30
  The tiny village lies hemmed in on three sides by the towering walls of the longest and narrowest fjord in Europe, the Aurlandsfjord. Flåm's appeal is its magnificent surroundings, ranging from fertile farmland to crystal-clear streams and towering mountains. Flåm is also the terminus of one of the most exciting train rides in the world - the Flåm Railway. Climbing 2,850 feet in just 12 miles, past cascading waterfalls and through 20 tunnels blasted out of towering mountains, the journey offers incredible views and thrills. The Flåm Railway operates year-round - a great tourist attraction during the summer and a local lifeline during the deep winter months.
- Gudvangen, Norway: Arrive 13:00 - Depart 17:00
  Exploring Norway's fjord region is a memorable experience for even the most seasoned traveler. Cutting deep into the mountainous terrain, craggy rock walls and overhanging cliffs characterize the scenic wonder of the fjords. Gudvangen lies at the head of the Naerøfjord, an offspring of the Sognefjord and Aurlandsfjord. Waterfalls line the steep mountainsides and goat farms lie scattered about the green valleys. Surrounded by peaks as high as 5,000 feet, Gudvangen is an important ferry point and a popular stopover for motorists. While Gudvangen is little more than a tiny hamlet, it is a popular gateway for scenic mountain trips starting or ending in this port.
- Copenhagen, Denmark: Arrive 07:00
- 17-Jul-2018 - £4095.00More Information
- 17-Aug-2018 - £3695.00More Information
Iceland & British Isles
Region: Scandinavia
- Rating: (5)
- Cruise Line: Princess Cruises
- Duration: 23 Nights
- Cruise Ship: Pacific Princess
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- London (Dover): Depart 17:00
  Visible for miles from sea, the White Cliffs of Dover are an instantly recognizable symbol of England. Modern highways make Dover the doorstep to London - Britain's ever-fascinating capital. Visitors to this great city have a wealth of pleasures to choose from. Explore the notorious Tower of London and view the Crown Jewels. Visit Windsor Castle or see Westminster Abbey. The choices are fascinating and endless. Dover is also your gateway to Kent's green countryside, dotted with old medieval towns and castles. Dover has played a major role in world history since the days of the Norman invasion. Today 13th century Dover Castle dominates a harbour filled with cross-channel ferries and merchant and passenger shipping.
- Stavanger: Arrive 07:00 - Depart 16:00
  Norway's fourth largest city, Stavanger lies at the mouth of the Gandsfjord. The old port, attests to the sea's enduring role in Norwegian history. Here, Vikings once sailed on voyages of conquest and exploration. In later centuries, the port served as a major hub for Norway's mercantile and fishing fleets. By the mid-20th century, however, Stavanger had fallen on hard times as the fishing grounds dwindled. In 1969, the discovery of North Sea oil opened a new chapter in Stavanger's history. At the \"Sword in the Rock\" Monument, three giant crossed Viking swords commemorate King Harald Fair Hair's unification of Norway in 872 following his victory at the Battle of Hafrsfjord.
- Seydisfjordur: Arrive 07:00 - Depart 16:00
  Considered the cultural capital of Eastern Iceland, Seydisfjordur lies at the head of a narrow fjord flanked by high mountains. This town of some 700 souls achieved municipal status in 1895, the first town in the East of Iceland to do so. The city is also the terminus for the ferry service linking Iceland to the Faeroe Islands and Denmark. Seydisfjordur is your gateway to the wild and isolated scenery of the Eastern Fjords. In myth, these narrow bays and towering mountains were once the home of trolls, elves and ogres. Seydisfjordur boasts a wealth of well-preserved 19th century homes and buildings
- Akureyri: Arrive 07:00 - Depart 16:00
  The town is your gateway to the famous \"Land of Fire and Ice\" - Iceland's dramatic landscape of volcanic craters, extinct lava lakes and majestic waterfalls. Visitors to Akureyri have a hard time grasping the fact that the town lies just below the Arctic Circle. The climate here is temperate: flower boxes fill the windows of houses, and trees line the neat, well-tended avenues. Thanks to that mild climate, Akureyri's Botanical Gardens provide a home for over 2,000 species of flora from around the world - all surviving without greenhouses. No wonder Icelanders refer to Akureyri as the most pleasant town on the entire island.
- Grundarfjordur: Arrive 09:00 - Depart 18:00
  Sailing into Grundarfjordur, one travels into Iceland's heroic past, for this township - village really - is one of the oldest settlements on the island. The imposing landscape with its austere mountains, volcanoes and lava fields provided the dramatic setting for one of Iceland's cultural treasures, the sagas. Composed in the 10 and 11th centuries, the Icelandic sagas represent one of the oldest literary traditions in Western Europe. They are tales of migration and settlement, war and blood feud, Christianity versus the old dark gods of Norse mythology. In Grundarfjordur, the world of the saga is still present. One can tread the \"Berserkers' Path\" or climb the hillock called Helgafell, the \"Holy Hill\" mentioned in the Laxdæla saga where Vikings once worshipped Thor. Much of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula is a national park. The park's centerpiece is the mighty Snæfellsjokull, an imposing stratovolcano with flanks buried beneath a glacial flow. The mountain is a frequent setting in Icelandic myth. The peninsula is also a birdwatcher's paradise.
- Reykjavik: Arrive 07:00 - Depart 23:00
  The patron saints of Reykjavik are fire and ice. Iceland is a land of volcanoes and glaciers, lava fields and green pastures, boiling thermal springs and ice-cold rivers teeming with salmon. This unspoiled demi-paradise is also home to a very old and sophisticated culture. The northernmost capital in the world, Reykjavik was founded in 874 when Ingolfur Arnarson threw wood pillars into the sea, vowing to settle where the pillars washed ashore. Today, Iceland is an international center of commerce and home to one of the most technologically sophisticated societies in the world. Reykjavik is the gateway to Iceland's natural wonders, which range from ice fields to thermal pools. The island is in a continual process of transformation much like its society, which blends Nordic tradition with sophisticated technology.
- Alesund: Arrive 07:00 - Depart 17:00
  The island of Giske is the reputed birthplace of the great Viking Rollo, who laid siege to Paris and founded the Duchy of Normandy. William the Conqueror was his grandson. In 1904, a massive fire destroyed 800 buildings in this fishing port. Germany's Kaiser Wilhelm II responded with immediate aid, and Ålesund was reborn. Not surprisingly, the town was rebuilt in the then-popular Art Nouveau style known as Jugendstil. The result is one of the prettiest ports in Norway. Buildings with elegant turrets and spires can be seen lining the streets of the city center. Today, the city is one of Norway's most important fishing harbors and the world's largest supplier of stockfish (Klippfisk) - dried cod. Alesund's major attractions are the surrounding fjords and the stunning Sunnmøre Alps.
- Flaam: Arrive 08:00 - Depart 18:00
  Lying at the head of Aurlandsfjord, this small village of some 400 people is surrounded by snowcapped mountains, isolated farmsteads and waterfalls. Flåm also boasts the extraordinary Flåms Railway. One of the most dramatic train rides in Europe, the Flåm Railway takes an hour to cover 10 miles, hugging cliffs, plunging through tunnels and pausing for its passengers to admire the views as it ascends the Flåm Valley to Myrdal, a desolate mountain plateau. Completed in 2000, the 16-mile-long Aurland-Lærdal Tunnel is the world's longest traffic tunnel. It burrows beneath the mountains connecting Flåm and Lærdal on the Sognefjord.
- Bergen: Arrive 07:00 - Depart 17:00
  Bergen has played a crucial role in Norwegian history and culture since Olav the Good founded the city in 1070. Perched between the sea and seven hills, Bergen has witnessed Vikings setting sail on voyages of exploration, trade and war. In the Middle Ages, its old port was a major trading hub for the Hanseatic League, the band of Germanic merchants whose trading empire encircled the Baltic and North Seas. In the 19th century, Bergen was home to such cultural luminaries as the virtuoso violinist Ole Bull and the composer Edvard Grieg. The city retains much of its 18th- and 19th-century charm. Visitors to Bergen will encounter a city that offers a heady blend of natural beauty, history and culture.
- Eidfjord/Hardangerfjord: Arrive 07:00 - Depart 15:00
- London (Dover): Arrive 06:00
- St Helier:
  Natural beauty abounds in Jersey, from its pastoral countryside to its spectacular coastline. Quaint historic towns and fragrant lavender fields surround the island's robust capital, St. Helier. The largest and southernmost Channel Island, Jersey possesses a complex history spanning 8,000 years. The Isles' unique location between England and France has made them susceptible to invaders. When William the Conqueror took power in 1066 they passed from French to Anglo-Norman control. They were also the only part of the British Isles to be occupied during the Second World War. Today, Jersey's allegiance is to Britain, though it regulates its own domestic affairs, including taxation.
- Milford Haven (for Wales): Arrive 09:00 - Depart 18:00
  Nestled in an area affectionately called \"Little England beyond Wales,\" the picturesque town of Milford Haven was founded in the 18th century as a whaling center. It takes its name from the natural harbor of Milford Haven, which was used for several hundred years as a staging point on sea journeys to Ireland and as a shelter by Vikings. Today, 14,000 people call Milford Haven home, but those numbers increase in the summertime as the beautiful beaches nearby and the pleasant climate make it an ideal retreat. Cafés, boutiques, galleries and museums fill this little city with local color and a lively atmosphere. Although the largest town in the area of Pembrokeshire has much to offer, Milford Haven is also a gateway to all that Wales has to offer. From here, discover the glorious monastic settlement of St. David, the patron saint of Wales. Explore Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, one of the smallest national parks of Britain, for picture-postcard views of coastal scenery, then delight in the charming medieval town of Tenby and visit Pembroke Castle, the oldest in western Wales.
- Dublin: Arrive 07:00 - Depart 18:00
  Dublin has experienced a renaissance. Today, this gracious and cosmopolitan city on the Liffey is one of Europe's premier destinations. The capital of the Republic of Ireland, Dublin is an intimate place that is easy to explore. Stroll past St. Stephen's Green or survey the gray, stone façades of Trinity College, Ireland's oldest university. The city is also remarkably well-preserved - every June 16, scholars retrace the paths of James Joyce's characters in the novel \"Ulysses,\" set in Dublin on June 16, 1904. Dublin possesses a storied history. A settlement has existed on the banks of the River Liffey for at least a millennium and a half. Succeeding waves of Gaelic, Viking, Norman and English invaders have left their mark on the city.
- Edinburgh (Rosyth):
  Rosyth is the gateway to Edinburgh, the political, commercial and cultural heart of Scotland. Nestled between the Highlands and the Border Hills, Edinburgh is a gracious city noted for its superb skyline, its impressive collection of architecture and its beautiful parks. In the elegant New Town, the streets are lined with graceful Georgian buildings, many designed by the great architect Robert Adam. Edinburgh has also exerted a tremendous cultural force on Europe and the English-speaking world. The International Festival has been one of the premier European cultural events for over half a century. Among those who have called the city home are the writers Robert Burns, James Boswell, and Sir Walter Scott and the philosophers Adam Smith and David Hume. To stroll the streets of Edinburgh is to experience one of the world's great cities.
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- London (Dover): Arrive 06:00
- 18-Jul-2018 - £More Information
Iceland & Norway
Region: Scandinavia
- Rating: (5)
- Cruise Line: Princess Cruises
- Duration: 15 Nights
- Cruise Ship: Pacific Princess
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- London (Dover): Depart 17:00
  Visible for miles from sea, the White Cliffs of Dover are an instantly recognizable symbol of England. Modern highways make Dover the doorstep to London - Britain's ever-fascinating capital. Visitors to this great city have a wealth of pleasures to choose from. Explore the notorious Tower of London and view the Crown Jewels. Visit Windsor Castle or see Westminster Abbey. The choices are fascinating and endless. Dover is also your gateway to Kent's green countryside, dotted with old medieval towns and castles. Dover has played a major role in world history since the days of the Norman invasion. Today 13th century Dover Castle dominates a harbour filled with cross-channel ferries and merchant and passenger shipping.
- Stavanger: Arrive 07:00 - Depart 16:00
  Norway's fourth largest city, Stavanger lies at the mouth of the Gandsfjord. The old port, attests to the sea's enduring role in Norwegian history. Here, Vikings once sailed on voyages of conquest and exploration. In later centuries, the port served as a major hub for Norway's mercantile and fishing fleets. By the mid-20th century, however, Stavanger had fallen on hard times as the fishing grounds dwindled. In 1969, the discovery of North Sea oil opened a new chapter in Stavanger's history. At the \"Sword in the Rock\" Monument, three giant crossed Viking swords commemorate King Harald Fair Hair's unification of Norway in 872 following his victory at the Battle of Hafrsfjord.
- Seydisfjordur: Arrive 07:00 - Depart 16:00
  Considered the cultural capital of Eastern Iceland, Seydisfjordur lies at the head of a narrow fjord flanked by high mountains. This town of some 700 souls achieved municipal status in 1895, the first town in the East of Iceland to do so. The city is also the terminus for the ferry service linking Iceland to the Faeroe Islands and Denmark. Seydisfjordur is your gateway to the wild and isolated scenery of the Eastern Fjords. In myth, these narrow bays and towering mountains were once the home of trolls, elves and ogres. Seydisfjordur boasts a wealth of well-preserved 19th century homes and buildings
- Akureyri: Arrive 07:00 - Depart 16:00
  The town is your gateway to the famous \"Land of Fire and Ice\" - Iceland's dramatic landscape of volcanic craters, extinct lava lakes and majestic waterfalls. Visitors to Akureyri have a hard time grasping the fact that the town lies just below the Arctic Circle. The climate here is temperate: flower boxes fill the windows of houses, and trees line the neat, well-tended avenues. Thanks to that mild climate, Akureyri's Botanical Gardens provide a home for over 2,000 species of flora from around the world - all surviving without greenhouses. No wonder Icelanders refer to Akureyri as the most pleasant town on the entire island.
- Grundarfjordur: Arrive 09:00 - Depart 18:00
  Sailing into Grundarfjordur, one travels into Iceland's heroic past, for this township - village really - is one of the oldest settlements on the island. The imposing landscape with its austere mountains, volcanoes and lava fields provided the dramatic setting for one of Iceland's cultural treasures, the sagas. Composed in the 10 and 11th centuries, the Icelandic sagas represent one of the oldest literary traditions in Western Europe. They are tales of migration and settlement, war and blood feud, Christianity versus the old dark gods of Norse mythology. In Grundarfjordur, the world of the saga is still present. One can tread the \"Berserkers' Path\" or climb the hillock called Helgafell, the \"Holy Hill\" mentioned in the Laxdæla saga where Vikings once worshipped Thor. Much of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula is a national park. The park's centerpiece is the mighty Snæfellsjokull, an imposing stratovolcano with flanks buried beneath a glacial flow. The mountain is a frequent setting in Icelandic myth. The peninsula is also a birdwatcher's paradise.
- Reykjavik: Arrive 07:00 - Depart 23:00
  The patron saints of Reykjavik are fire and ice. Iceland is a land of volcanoes and glaciers, lava fields and green pastures, boiling thermal springs and ice-cold rivers teeming with salmon. This unspoiled demi-paradise is also home to a very old and sophisticated culture. The northernmost capital in the world, Reykjavik was founded in 874 when Ingolfur Arnarson threw wood pillars into the sea, vowing to settle where the pillars washed ashore. Today, Iceland is an international center of commerce and home to one of the most technologically sophisticated societies in the world. Reykjavik is the gateway to Iceland's natural wonders, which range from ice fields to thermal pools. The island is in a continual process of transformation much like its society, which blends Nordic tradition with sophisticated technology.
- Alesund: Arrive 07:00 - Depart 17:00
  The island of Giske is the reputed birthplace of the great Viking Rollo, who laid siege to Paris and founded the Duchy of Normandy. William the Conqueror was his grandson. In 1904, a massive fire destroyed 800 buildings in this fishing port. Germany's Kaiser Wilhelm II responded with immediate aid, and Ålesund was reborn. Not surprisingly, the town was rebuilt in the then-popular Art Nouveau style known as Jugendstil. The result is one of the prettiest ports in Norway. Buildings with elegant turrets and spires can be seen lining the streets of the city center. Today, the city is one of Norway's most important fishing harbors and the world's largest supplier of stockfish (Klippfisk) - dried cod. Alesund's major attractions are the surrounding fjords and the stunning Sunnmøre Alps.
- Flaam: Arrive 08:00 - Depart 18:00
  Lying at the head of Aurlandsfjord, this small village of some 400 people is surrounded by snowcapped mountains, isolated farmsteads and waterfalls. Flåm also boasts the extraordinary Flåms Railway. One of the most dramatic train rides in Europe, the Flåm Railway takes an hour to cover 10 miles, hugging cliffs, plunging through tunnels and pausing for its passengers to admire the views as it ascends the Flåm Valley to Myrdal, a desolate mountain plateau. Completed in 2000, the 16-mile-long Aurland-Lærdal Tunnel is the world's longest traffic tunnel. It burrows beneath the mountains connecting Flåm and Lærdal on the Sognefjord.
- Bergen: Arrive 07:00 - Depart 17:00
  Bergen has played a crucial role in Norwegian history and culture since Olav the Good founded the city in 1070. Perched between the sea and seven hills, Bergen has witnessed Vikings setting sail on voyages of exploration, trade and war. In the Middle Ages, its old port was a major trading hub for the Hanseatic League, the band of Germanic merchants whose trading empire encircled the Baltic and North Seas. In the 19th century, Bergen was home to such cultural luminaries as the virtuoso violinist Ole Bull and the composer Edvard Grieg. The city retains much of its 18th- and 19th-century charm. Visitors to Bergen will encounter a city that offers a heady blend of natural beauty, history and culture.
- Eidfjord/Hardangerfjord: Arrive 07:00 - Depart 15:00
- London (Dover): Arrive 06:00
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Longyearbyen to Tromso
Region: Scandinavia
- Rating: (5)
- Cruise Line: Silversea
- Duration: 9 Nights
- Cruise Ship: Silver Cloud Expedition
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- Longyearbyen (Spitzbergen): Depart 18:00
- Svalbard:
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- Svalbard:
- Svalbard:
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- Cruise & Explore Bear Island:
- Kirkenes, Norway: Arrive 08:00 - Depart 18:00
- Skarsvag: Arrive 08:00 - Depart 17:00
- Gjesværstappan Islands:
- Tromso, Norway: Arrive 08:00
  Tromsø is a city and municipality in the county of Troms, Norway. The area has been inhabited since the end of the ice age, and the Sámi culture is the first known culture of the region. Norwegian culture had reached the area around 800 CE, when sources tell of Ohthere's Viking settlement somewhere south of today's Tromsø. The first church on the island of Tromsøya was erected in the 13th century, and the area one of Denmark-Norway's very northernmost territories not contested by Russia. During the 1600s, Denmark-Norway solidified its claim to the northern coast of Scandinavia and during this period a redoubt, Skansen, was built. Tromsø was issued its city charter in 1794 by King Christian VII. The city was established as a municipality January 1.
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Dublin to Copenhagen
Region: Scandinavia
- Rating: (6)
- Cruise Line: Regent Seven Seas Cruises
- Duration: 14 Nights
- Cruise Ship: Seven Seas Navigator
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- Dublin: Depart 18:00
  Founded as a Viking settlement, Dublin is the capital and largest city in Ireland. The city is located at the mouth of the River Liffey and at the center of the Dublin Region. The city has a population of a million people which is about a third of the total population of the country. It is a major European cultural centre and was the birthplace of many prominent literary figures, including James Joyce, George Bernard Shaw, and William Butler Yeats, to name a few.
- Cork (Cobh): Arrive 08:00 - Depart 17:00
  Cork's history began in the 7th century with the founding of a monastery by St. Finbarr on a small alluvial island in the River Lee. The monastery and the settlement were later incorporated in the fortified base the Danes developed there. As a result of war and destruction throughout the following centuries, Cork has no medieval buildings left but boasts a few remains from the 18th century. The central area takes its architectural character from the early 19th century.
- CELTIC SEA Cruising:
- Antwerp, Belgium: Arrive 08:00 - Depart 17:00
- Amsterdam: Arrive 09:00 - Depart 18:00
  As capital cities go, Amsterdam is small in comparison. It has a reputation for free-spirited and very liberal lifestyles. Some might call it Europe's most \"radical\" city, but one cannot deny the beauty of Amsterdam and its rich history. Amsterdam is a cultural center of Europe, as exemplified in its more than 140 art galleries and 40 museums. In addition, it is famous for its baroque architecture, canals, and cobblestone streets where the favored mode of transportation is the bicycle.
- Kiel Canal:
- Cruise Baltic Sea:
- Stockholm: Arrive 08:00 - Depart 16:00
  The “Venice of the North,” spanning 14 small islands at the outflow of Lake Mälar into the Baltic, Stockholm is the largest city in Scandinavia and architecturally one of the finest in the world, with broad streets, waterside parks and many pedestrian walkways. For a taste of the city, take a walking tour of Old Town, and particularly the Royal Palace and beautiful Riddarholm Church; take in the views from the observation deck in the Town Hall; or visit one of the Skeppsholmen Museums, including Skeppsholm Church (1842), the Museum of Architecture, the Museum of East Asian Art and the Modern Museum. A main attraction near the center of town is the Vasa Museum, on the island of Djurgården, displaying the almost fully intact 64-gun warship Vasa, that sank on her maiden voyage in 1628.
- Helsinki: Arrive 10:00 - Depart 18:00
  The capital of Finland, Helsinki is also the cultural, commercial and political center of Finland. Helsinki is an easily-navigated city and an architectural delight. Helsinki is laid out with spacious streets interspersed with many gardens and parks. Wide streets and nearby islands add to Helsinki’s visual appeal. Beautiful neo classical buildings surround town squares and the cathedral is probably the most recognized of all Helsinki landmarks.
- St. Petersburg:
  St. Petersburg was the capital of the Russian Empire for over 200 years. Peter the Great’s “Window on Europe” is known as Russia’s artistic and intellectual center. Tour the many cathedrals, including St. Isaac’s Cathedral, with floors of different-colored marble and a remarkable array of frescoes; and the iconic Church of the Savior of the Spilled Blood. Noteworthy historic sites include The Peter and Paul Fortress, the first edifice built in the city and final resting place of the Romanovs; and, further afield, the remarkable Peterhof palace. For cultural perspective, take in a ballet and the world-class Hermitage Museum. To complete your Russian experience, take a day trip to Moscow or a half-day trip to Catherine’s Palace in the countryside.
- St. Petersburg: Depart 18:00
- Tallinn: Arrive 09:00 - Depart 18:00
  On the southern coast of the Gulf of Finland lies Tallinn, the capital and main seaport of Estonia. Though the city has been bombed and pillaged many times throughout the ages, much of the town as it was in medieval times remains. Atmospheric streets serve as home to the palaces of Castle Hill. Ancient convents, steepled churches and handsome guild houses are all preserved as they were in Tallinn’s Old Town area, which was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Cruise Baltic Sea:
- Berlin (Warnemunde): Arrive 06:00 - Depart 22:00
  Warnemünde is a sea resort and district of Rostock in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, situated at the Baltic Sea in the Northeast of Germany at the estuary of the river Warnow. Being a center of maritime traffic, the district of Warnemünde comprises numerous navigational aids, the oldest of which is the lighthouse located near the beach promenade. The lighthouse, which is currently still in use, was built in 1897. Warnemunde is also our gateway to nearby Berlin.
- Copenhagen: Arrive 07:00
  Copenhagen, the royal capital of Denmark, is one of Europe's oldest capitals. It was a fishing village until the middle of the 12th century, but then grew in importance after being fortified in 1167. Because of its harbor, it soon became a place of commercial importance. Copenhagen has a long history well-integrated with today's modern life. Theaters, museums, art galleries and musical entertainment are among the attractions that make Copenhagen memorable.
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Northern Europe
Region: Europe, Scandinavia
- Rating: (4)
- Cruise Line: MSC Cruises
- Duration: 10 Nights
- Cruise Ship: MSC Meraviglia
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- Hamburg: Depart 20:00
- Bergen: Arrive 07:00 - Depart 14:00
  A jewel of a city set among seven sweeping hills and close to some stunning fjords, Bergen is Norways second-largest city. A lively university town, Bergen is steeped in culture and offers an inspiring mix of the ancient and the modern. The city is pleasantly compact and features a labyrinth of cobblestone streets as well as green and verdant areas perfect for rest and relaxation.
- Honningsvag: Arrive 16:30
  The village of Honningsvaag is just 1,200 miles from the North Pole, visitors can stand on the 1,000 feetcliffs at Europes northernmost point, the Northern Cape, to see the incredible natural phenomenon known as the Midnight Sun, where the sun shines all night, hanging low above the Arctic Ocean.
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- Tromso: Arrive 13:00 - Depart 21:00
  Tromso was known as the Paris of the North in the 19th century, because people of the area appeared far more cosmopolitan than foreign tourists had expected them to be. The city center has the biggest concentration of historic wooden houses north of Trondheim. Some of the houses date back to the 17th century. Tromso is the largest city above the Artic Circle and invites visitors to enjoy nightlife in the light of the Midnight Sun.
- Molde Fjord: Arrive 10:00 - Depart 18:00
  Molde has been a popular destination for tourists since the late 19th century. Nestled between the Romsdal Mountains and southern Norways surrealstretch of western coastline, Molde is known as the Town of Roses originating from the number of large gardens and flowers that sit amongst the predominantly wooden architecture. Every July, Molde is host to the oldest international jazz festivalin Europe. Music greats like Miles Davis, BB King and Ray Charles have performed at the festival.
- Alesund: Arrive 08:00 - Depart 16:00
- Hamburg: Arrive 06:00
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Swedish Waterways & Classic Cities
Region: Polar Regions, Scandinavia
- Rating: (4)
- Cruise Line: Fred Olsen Cruise Lines
- Duration: 10 Nights
- Cruise Ship: Boudicca
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- Dover:
- Cruising Gullmarsfjorden : Arrive 08:45 - Depart 09:30
- Cruising Saltkallefjorden: Arrive 09:30 - Depart 10:00
- Cruising Älgöfjorden: Arrive 13:15 - Depart 13:30
- Cruising Hakefjorden & Brattöbadan: Arrive 13:45 - Depart 14:15
- Cruising Askerofjorden & Halsefjorden:
- Cruising Askerofjorden & Halsefjorden: Arrive 14:15 - Depart 14:30
- Malmo: Arrive 07:30 - Depart 16:00
- Visby, Gotland: Arrive 12:30 - Depart 20:00
  Today a thriving holiday resort, Visby on the Baltic island of Gotland has become famous as ‘the town of roses and ruins' - a living relic of a medieval heyday when this Hanseatic port vied in riches and fame with the great capitals of ancient Europe. Now its narrow cobbled streets and ruined churches slumber on behind the two and a half mile 13th century city wall, a haunting monument to a lost glory.
- Stockholm, Sweden: Arrive 09:00
  There are no less than 14 islands and 40 bridges in Sweden's stately and spacious capital, a picturesque canvas of waterways, lakes, canals and trees. An immediate focus for every visitor in the charming setting of the Gamla Stan (Old Town) - a maze of medieval alleys and lanes lined by ancient buildings of the Royal Palace, restaurants and irresistible galleries and boutiques.
- Stockholm, Sweden: Depart 15:00
- Cruising Stockholm Archipelago : Arrive 15:30 - Depart 20:00
- Gothenburg, Sweden: Arrive 08:00 - Depart 17:00
  Friendly Gothenburg, Sweden's second city lies on the sunny west coast, with spacious streets and 17th century Dutch designed canals at heart. Amongst the highlights are Gotaplatsen, Gothenburg's lively cultural hub – with galleries, theatre, boutiques, restaurants and street cafes – and the famous Botanical Gardens.
- Dover: Arrive 06:30
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Netherlands, Scotland, Iceland, Germany
Region: Scandinavia
- Rating: (4)
- Cruise Line: Costa Cruises
- Duration: 14 Nights
- Cruise Ship: Costa Mediterranea
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- Amsterdam: Depart 17:00
- Lerwick: Arrive 08:00 - Depart 20:00
- Seydhisfjordur, Iceland: Arrive 08:00 - Depart 19:00
- Akureyri: Arrive 09:00 - Depart 19:00
- Isafjord: Arrive 09:00 - Depart 19:00
- Grundarfjordur: Arrive 08:00 - Depart 20:00
- Reykjavik: Arrive 07:00 - Depart 19:00
- Kirkwall (Scotland): Arrive 13:00 - Depart 20:00
- Invergordon: Arrive 08:00 - Depart 19:00
- Bremerhaven (Germany): Arrive 08:00 - Depart 14:00
- Amsterdam: Arrive 08:00
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