Beauty of the Fjords

Itinerary

Day 1May 23

Dover

Dover

Embark Spirit of Adventure.

Depart 1700.

Day 2May 24

At Sea

Spend the day at sea.

See what we have to offer at sea.

Day 3May 25

At Sea

Spend the day at sea.

See what we have to offer at sea.

Day 4May 26

Åndalsnes, Norway

Åndalsnes, Norway

Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.

Surrounded by mountains at the mouth of the River Rauma, Åndalsnes is the gateway to Romsdalsfjord. You can explore this region's rugged wilderness on a choice of excursions, which take you through picture-postcard scenes alongside the Rauma River, through the Romsdal Valley and past the famous 'Troll Wall', the highest sheer rock face in Europe.

Included excursion

An included panoramic excursion offers an introduction to the area.

Day 5May 27

Geiranger ⚓, Norway

Geiranger ⚓, Norway.

Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.

This chocolate-box village is set at the head of the majestic Geirangerfjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You don’t have to go far to experience Norway’s wild beauty though – a waterfall walk near the centre of Geiranger leads up 327 steps alongside the roaring cascades of Storfossen waterfall. Departing Geiranger Spirit of Adventure will cruise Geirangerfjord, passing the Seven Sisters Waterfall along the way.

Optional excursion

Enjoy an exhilarating trip aboard a high-speed boat.

⚓ Land by launch or tender.

Day 6May 28

Nordfjordeid ⚓, Norway

Nordfjordeid ⚓, Norway.

Arrive 0800. Depart 1700.

Nestled at the end of the Eidsfjord, Nordfjordeid is situated in the heart of Norway’s fjordlands. The attractions of this small town are located within a short walking distance of the port. Perhaps visit the newly opened Sagastad Viking Centre, an interactive knowledge centre dedicated to the Viking Age in Western Norway, where you can step aboard a Myklebust ship.

Optional excursions

From Nordfjordeid you can join an excursion to the Loen Skylift to take in some of Norway’s finest views, or head to the nearby Briksdal Glacier, forming part of the Jostedal Glacier National Park.

⚓ Land by launch or tender.

Day 7May 29

Skjolden ⚓, Norway

Skjolden ⚓, Norway

Arrive 1000. Depart 1900.

The picturesque village of Skjolden has a secluded setting at the end of Lustrafjorden, a branch of Norway’s longest and deepest fjord, Sognefjord. Verdant mountains rear up behind this sleepy hamlet which acts as a gateway to three of the country’s most impressive national parks: Jotunheimen, Breheimen, and Jostedalsbreen. It is a region of immense natural beauty blessed with lush valleys, roaring falls and mainland Europe’s largest icecap, the Jostedal Glacier.

Norway’s oldest stave church can also be visited in nearby Urnes – built in the 12th century, its portal is decorated with carvings from an even older stave church that once stood on this site.

Optional excursions

Join a trip to visit the UNESCO-listed Urnes Stave Church or visit Jostedalsbreen National Park to view the Jostedal Glacier’s icy expanse.

⚓ Land by launch or tender.

Day 8May 30

Bergen, Norway

Bergen, Norway

Arrive 0800. Depart 1600.

Bergen’s historic waterfront, UNESCO-listed Bryggen, is graced by colourful gabled buildings that hark back to its days as a member of the Hanseatic League. The Hanseatic Museum, housed in one of the old warehouses, features antique furnishings for an insight into merchant life. The wharf neighbours Bergen’s old town of characterful 17th to 18th-century wooden houses that adorn cobbled lanes and attractive squares.

Included excursion

An included panoramic excursion reveals one of the oldest buildings still standing, 12th-century St Mary’s Church.

Day 9May 31

At Sea

Spend the day at sea.

See what we have to offer at sea.

Day 10June 1

Dover

Dover

Arrive 0730.

Disembark Spirit of Adventure after breakfast.

What's included

• Return UK Travel service

  Travel to and from the port is included in the price. Find out more.

  Choose from:

  Return chauffeur service

  A private chauffeur if you live up to 75 miles of the port each way or a shared chauffeur service nationwide.

  Included flight and chauffeur

  A chauffeur can take you to a local airport for an included domestic flight to London, where another chauffeur will collect you and take you to the port.

  Free parking at the port

  If you’d prefer to drive yourself, we can arrange parking at the port.

• Travel insurance

  Optional comprehensive travel insurance, with up to £5m coronavirus cover and additional cancellation cover, underwritten by Astrenska Insurance Limited. If you have your own insurance, we will offer you the cruise at a lower price.

• All Inclusive

  It's free to dine in all our restaurants on board, even the speciality ones. We include all-inclusive drinks every bar, lounge and restaurant, including free cocktails, draught beer and lager, non-alcoholic cocktails, mixers and soft drinks. We also include a selection of premium brand-label spirits – all at no extra cost.

• Gratuities

  So that everyone receives the same attentive service, all gratuities are included.

• Porterage

  An unlimited luggage allowance and included porterage from the port to your cabin.

• All balcony cabins

  Every cabin on our new ships has a private balcony, for your own private outside space.

• Wi-Fi

  Complimentary Wi-Fi in your cabin and around the ship.

• Entertainment and Activities

  A full programme of live music, entertainment and talks. This includes lectures from guest speakers, theatre productions, recitals, craft classes, activities and outside deck games.

• Gym, sauna & exercise classes

  Included fitness classes and use of the gymnasium, swimming pool and hot tubs. Spa access to hydrotherapy pool, infrared sauna and steam room.

• 24-hour room service

  24-hour room service with in-cabin dining at no extra charge.

• Afternoon tea

  All day snacks, tea, coffee, fruit juices and daily afternoon tea included.

• Shuttle bus

  Free shuttle bus at most ports wherever possible, and when the ship is berthed at least 500 yards away from the nearest town centre.

• Excursions

  • Åndalsnes, Norway
  • Bergen, Norway.

  Our cruises include excursions at selected ports so you can make the most of the destinations you visit. Find out more about when excursions are available to book.