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Skara Brae in the Orkneys Eidfjord38A Celtic ExplorerCruise across the Celtic Sea to Ringaskiddy, gateway to the historic city of Cork, where attractions include St Fin Barre%u2019s Cathedral and the 18th-century English Market. On the Isle of Man, with its Celtic and Norse influences, traditional horse-drawn trams run along the seafront promenade and the island%u2019s history is documented at the Manx Museum. Visit Belfast, Northern Ireland%u2019s cultural capital city, a showcase for the arts and birthplace of HMS Titanic. At the heart of the city, the cobbled streets of the Cathedral Quarter are overlooked by colourful murals, trendy street bars and enticing restaurants. Continue north to Scotland and admire the mountain vistas surrounding Ullapool, set on the shores of Loch Broom. It is the perfect base from which to explore the scenic north-west Highlands. On the island of Orkney, trace 5000 years of history through its Viking settlements, ancient stone circles and Neolithic village, before returning to mainland Scotland to visit Aberdeen. This exciting new port of call for Saga Cruises boasts a wealth of attractions, from the world-renowned Aberdeen Art Gallery and the Maritime Museum to the historic gems of Old Aberdeen, such as 14th-century St Machar%u2019s Cathedral and King%u2019s College.SHIP: Spirit of DiscoveryINCLUDED EXCURSION IN EVERY PORTSAILING: August 20, 2026CRUISE CODE: SD193Sailing from Dover %u2022 Ringaskiddy (for Cork), Ireland %u2022 Douglas , Isle of Man %u2022 Belfast, Northern Ireland %u2022 Ullapool , Scotland %u2022 Kirkwall, Orkney %u2022 Aberdeen, Scotland. Returning to Dover.Ullapool, on the shores of Loch BroomHidden NorwayEnjoy a scenic cruise to Norway and take time to appreciate the incredible natural scenery under the light of the summer sun. Nestled on the edge of Gandsfjord, visit Sandnes, and perhaps learn more about the history of the region at its combined museum and science centre in the heart of the city. From here, you can also venture to the city of Stavanger where the cobbled lanes of the old town are lined with white-painted wooden cottages and boutique shops. Continue to Eidfjord, along the Hardangerfjord %u2013 the %u2018Queen of Fjords%u2019. Set at the head of the fjord, Eidfjord is surrounded by towering mountains and cascading waterfalls. Arguably, the most impressive of which is the V%u00f8ringsfossen, a thundering waterfall surrounded by walkways o#ering di#erent views of this natural spectacle which tumbles some 182 metres into the fjord below. Continue your cruise across Hardangerfjord to Ulvik, situated on the Ulvikafjord, surrounded by a mountainous landscape that includes fruit orchards and verdant pastures. A variety of marked hiking trails through the area o#er the ideal opportunity to see more of the incredible surrounding scenery. Finally, your exploration of Norway%u2019s fjords concludes with a visit to historic Bergen, where the waterfront, UNESCO-listed Bryggen, is graced by colourful gabled buildings that hark back to its days as a member of the Hanseatic League.SHIP: Spirit of DiscoveryINCLUDED EXCURSION IN EVERY PORTSAILING: August 30, 2026CRUISE CODE: SD194Sailing from Dover %u2022 Sandnes (for Stavanger), Norway %u2022 Eidfjord, Norway %u2022 Ulvik , Norway %u2022 Bergen, Norway. Returning to Dover.Historic Bergen