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Sail from Southampton on an adults-only journey through the breathtaking Norwegian fjords and on to the dramatic landscapes of Iceland. Discover charming Nordic ports, sail through spectacular fjords, and experience Iceland’s volcanic scenery and coastal towns. Back on board Aurora, enjoy relaxed elegance, excellent dining, and uninterrupted views as you cruise some of Northern Europe’s most striking waters.
The details:
- 25th June - 9th July 2027
- 14 Nights
- Southampton roundtrip
- Aurora - Adults only ship
- From £1,669pp
Price correct at time of publication 18/12/2025
Ports of Call: Southampton, UK - Skjolden, Norway - Lustrafjorden (cruise-by), Norway - Sognefjord (cruise-by), Norway - Alesund, Norway - Akureyri, Iceland - Eyjafjordur, Iceland - Hrisey Cruise-by, Iceland - Grundarfjordur, Iceland - Reykjavik, Iceland - Cobh (tours to Cork), Ireland - Southampton, UK - Plus 6 days At Sea
Itineraries
Day 1
Southampton
The city centre is a charming mix of old city walls and a large modern shopping centre. With multiple restaurants, museums, cinemas and theatres there is plenty to be explored. Time spent at embarkation and disembarkation ports may be limited which may restrict availability of shore excursions.
Days 2 & 3
At Sea
Day 4
Skjolden, Norway
Surrounded by steep hills with spectacular falls, Skjolden is located at the head of the longest navigable fjord in the world - Sognefjord. As well as being situated in a breathtaking location, the town itself is host to a number of activities and attractions. Once home to the Austrian philosopher Ludwig Wittgenstein (1889-1951), he wrote some of his most important works here. Immerse yourself in Nordic history with a visit Urnes Stave Church, the oldest stave church found in Norway, included on UNESCO's World Heritage list. Built in the 12th and 13th centuries, it is an outstanding example of traditional Scandinavian wooden architecture, combing Celtic, Viking and Romanesque design. For those seeking a true Nordic adventure, Jostedalsbreen National Park offers a breathtaking tapestry of landscapes. Discover everything from fjords to green valleys, farms, barren mountains and glaciers, with peaks rising to 2000 metres. In the heart of these beautiful landscapes stands the Jostedal glacier, the largest glacier in mainland Europe.
Cruisein Lustrafjorden and Sognefjord
Day 5
Alesund, Norway
verything about Ålesund is pretty. From its location at the entrance of Geirangerfjord to its unique architecture, it’s the kind of place that sticks with you long after you’ve left. Because it was completely rebuilt after being destroyed by fire in 1904, Alesund looks quite different to other Norwegian towns along the country's west coast now better known as simply 'Fjordland'.
Day 6
At Sea
Day 7
Akureyri, Iceland
A genuine 'Midnight Sun' destination, Akureyri cruise port is a charming Icelandic town with a stunning location on the country's longest fjord - Eyjafjordur. There are several interesting museums and churches but the most amazing feature of Akureyri is its botanical garden - not surprisingly, the most northerly in the world. That this glorious display of flowers and plants thrives is a tribute to the local microclimate which is remarkably mild for somewhere so close to the Arctic Circle. Less surprising is the range of tours to appeal to nature-lovers from whale watching (18 species from minkes to killers have been spotted) to the spectacular 'Waterfall of the Gods' at Godafoss. Along the way, you will also see age-old glaciers, beautiful lakes, bubbling sulphur mud-pits, hidden caves and coves, dormant volcanoes and lava which has turned into bizarre-shaped sculptures.
Cruisein Eyjafjordur and Hrisey Island
Day 8
Grundarfjordur, Iceland
Visionary 19th century novelist Jules Verne was so inspired by the spectacularly volcanic terrain of the Snaefellsnes (Snow Mountain) peninsula, on which the Icelandic cruise port Grundafjordur is located, that he set his epic tale 'Journey to the Centre of the Earth' at its heart - Snaefellsjokull.
This is the glacier on top of the 3,000-year-old dormant volcano which dominates the peninsula and over which locals and visitors now go hiking, skiing and snowmobiling. Across the peninsula are some remarkable rock formations which are described in local folklore as petrified trolls. It is also home to an array of wild birds including arctic terns, puffins and cormorants while rare plants grow among the lava fields.
Days 9 & 10
Reykjavik, Iceland
The name means 'Smoky (or Steamy) Bay' but these days the Icelandic capital Reykjavik is even hotter than that. Its reputation now as a truly cultural, cosmopolitan city, with great restaurants and lively nightlife, has made it a hugely popular destination. Another big attraction is the opportunity to swim in open-air pools heated by the very geothermal springs that inspired Reykjavik's name. Not that Reykjavik - or most of Iceland for that matter - is actually icy at all. It may be the most northerly capital in the world and in the 'Land of Fire and Ice', but if you want ice, you have to travel away from the capital on one of the exciting glacier safari tours. But the most popular destination remains the nearby Blue Lagoon geothermal spa, where minerals bubble up from 5,000ft below the earth's surface.
Days 11 & 12
At Sea
Day 13
Cobh, Ireland
In Cork you may hear the locals refer to the city as the ‘real capital of Ireland. The country’s second city was the European Capital of Culture in 2005 and plays host to a thriving festival and Irish music scene. Visit St Finbarrs Cathedral, Cork City Museum and the 19th Century Cork Jail. Blarney Castle is also a short ride away where you can kiss the Blarney Stone! In Blarney you can experience ancient Irish folklore to the max by kissing the famous Blarney Stone. Be warned, you may head home with a newfound gift of the gab.
- Cruise Only
- Exclusively for adults
- Flights and Transfers
From £1,669 pp
Price accurate at time of publication 18/12/2025
