Itinerary
Day 1 : Rotterdam/NETHERLANDS
Day 2 : At Sea
Day 3 : Stavanger/NORWAY
The southern gateway to the Fjordlands, Stavanger is also the home port of much of the fleet that serves the North Sea oil fields. View its medieval Cathedral, and other highlights of the town, or travel out to Pulpit Rock, a breathtaking vista point high above the fjords.
Day 4 : Lerwick
There are 100 islands comprising the Shetlands, the area known for its beautiful woolens. They were first settled by the Vikings, and only became Scottish in the 15th century. Today, ferries run to Aberdeen, and to Norway. Lerwick enjoys the tradition of raising sheep and fishing, and the riches of oil in the North Sea.
Day 5 : At Sea
Day 6 : Djupivogur/ICELAND
Day 6 : At Sea
Day 7 : Akureyri/ICELAND
Day 7 : At Sea
Day 8 : Isafjordur/ICELAND
Day 8 : At Sea
Day 9 : Reykjavik/ICELAND
This pristine European island is filled with glaciers, volcanoes, and hot, mineral-rich springs to explore. Native Icelanders have a remarkably rich history and culture, and would love to share it with you - they are great storytellers. Stroll through the charming Austurvollur Square, and be sure to stop in one of the many cafes for some of the freshest seafood you''ll find anywhere. Or visit the mighty Gullfoss or "Golden Waterfall," the most dramatic cascade in Europe.
Day 10 : Reykjavik/ICELAND
This pristine European island is filled with glaciers, volcanoes, and hot, mineral-rich springs to explore. Native Icelanders have a remarkably rich history and culture, and would love to share it with you - they are great storytellers. Stroll through the charming Austurvollur Square, and be sure to stop in one of the many cafes for some of the freshest seafood you''ll find anywhere. Or visit the mighty Gullfoss or "Golden Waterfall," the most dramatic cascade in Europe.
Day 11 : At Sea
Day 12 : Stornoway/isle Of Lewis
Day 13 : Invergordon
Cromarty Firth opens in Scotland's saw-toothed Atlantic coast, welcoming travelers to the safe haven of Invergordon. This capital of the Scottish Highlands contains vivid reminders of the fierce independence of the Highlands clans. Visit Cawdor Castle, tour a famous scotch distillery, or scan the dark, windswept waters of nearby Loch Ness for signs of the monster.
Day 14 : At Sea
Day 15 : Rotterdam/NETHERLANDS
Day 16 : At Sea
Day 17 : At Sea
Day 17 : Oslo/NORWAY
Norway's political and cultural capital, Oslo was recently selected as the city with the highest quality of life in Europe. It's not surprising, considering the city's treasures: beautiful Frogner Park filled with modern sculpture, the emotional power of the Munch Museum and the Viking Ship Museum, together with forested mountains and secluded coves, all within the city limits.
Day 18 : Kristiansund/NORWAY
Day 19 : Stavanger/NORWAY
The southern gateway to the Fjordlands, Stavanger is also the home port of much of the fleet that serves the North Sea oil fields. View its medieval Cathedral, and other highlights of the town, or travel out to Pulpit Rock, a breathtaking vista point high above the fjords.
Day 20 : At Sea
Day 20 : Skjolden/NORWAY
Day 21 : At Sea
Day 22 : Rotterdam/NETHERLANDS