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Northern Europe is the homeland of the greatest seafarers in history — the Vikings. These formidable people once considered not only the entire northern part of the European continent their domain, but also Britain, Iceland, Greenland, and many other islands of the North Atlantic. It is now well known that long before Columbus, the Vikings set foot in America. Moreover, they even managed to sail around Europe and land on the shores of Mediterranean countries.

But modern cruises are more than just a tribute to courageous seafarers — they are an immersion into the centuries-old history of Northern Europe. Cruises in Northern Europe are always a kind of cultural expedition, where every port is like a casket filled with secrets. At first glance, there is a cathedral standing in the town square, with wooden sculptures and an organ inside. But look closer — behind every stone and every column, a story is hidden. Sometimes unusual, sometimes strange, sometimes even frightening, yet always irresistibly alluring…

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Norwegian Fjords from London / Sky Princess May 09, 2026 (8 days)
Itinerary: LONDON, England (Port of Southampton) → Stavanger (Norway) → Olden (Norway) → Skjolden / Sognefjord, Norway → Bergen, Norway → LONDON, England (Port of Southampton)
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Norwegian Fjords from London / Sky Princess May 23, 2026 (8 days)
Itinerary: LONDON, England (Port of Southampton) → Bergen, Norway → Skjolden / Sognefjord, Norway → Olden (Norway) → Stavanger (Norway) → LONDON, England (Port of Southampton)
● from 999 EUR / per person inside cabin
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Norwegian Fjords from London / Sky Princess July 11, 2026 (8 days)
Itinerary: LONDON, England (Port of Southampton) → Bergen, Norway → Skjolden / Sognefjord, Norway → Olden (Norway) → Stavanger (Norway) → LONDON, England (Port of Southampton)
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Norwegian Fjords from London / Sky Princess August 01, 2026 (8 days)
Itinerary: LONDON, England (Port of Southampton) → Hardangerfjord (cruise) → Skjolden / Sognefjord, Norway → Olden, Norway → Stavanger, Norway → LONDON, England (Port of Southampton)
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Iceland & Norwegian Fjords

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Norway & Iceland from London / Sky Princess June 27, 2026 (15 days)
Itinerary: LONDON, England (Port of Southampton) – Haugesund, Norway – Skjolden / Sognefjord, Norway – Olden, Norway – Ålesund, Norway – Akureyri, Iceland – Ísafjörður, Iceland – Grundarfjörður, Iceland – Reykjavik, Iceland – LONDON, England (Port of Southampton)
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Norway & Iceland from London / Sky Princess August 29, 2026 (15 days)
Itinerary: LONDON, England (Port of Southampton) – Portland, England – Cork, Ireland – Reykjavik, Iceland – Grundarfjörður, Iceland – Ísafjörður, Iceland – Akureyri, Iceland – Shetland Islands (Lerwick), Scotland – Kirkwall, Scotland – Bruges, Belgium – LONDON, England (Port of Southampton)

British Isles

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British Isles & Paris / Majestic Princess April 17, 2026 (13 days)
Itinerary: LONDON, England (Port of Southampton) – Portland, England → Cornwall (Falmouth), England → Cork, Ireland → Dublin, Ireland → Belfast, Northern Ireland → Glasgow, Scotland → Kirkwall, Scotland → Edinburgh, Scotland → Day at Sea → Paris, France (Port of Le Havre) → LONDON, England (Port of Southampton)
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British Isles & Paris / Majestic Princess April 28, 2026 (13 days)
Itinerary: LONDON, England (Port of Southampton) – Portland, England → Cornwall (Falmouth), England → Cork, Ireland → Dublin, Ireland → Belfast, Northern Ireland → Glasgow, Scotland → Kirkwall, Scotland → Edinburgh, Scotland → Day at Sea → Paris, France (Port of Le Havre) → LONDON, England (Port of Southampton)
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British Isles & Paris / Majestic Princess May 10, 2026 (13 days)
Itinerary: LONDON, England (Port of Southampton) – Portland, England → Cornwall (Falmouth), England → Cork, Ireland → Dublin, Ireland → Belfast, Northern Ireland → Glasgow, Scotland → Kirkwall, Scotland → Edinburgh, Scotland → Day at Sea → Paris, France (Port of Le Havre) → LONDON, England (Port of Southampton)
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British Isles & Paris / Majestic Princess September 07, 2026 (13 days)
Itinerary: LONDON, England (Port of Southampton) – Falmouth, England → Cork, Ireland → Liverpool, England → Belfast, Northern Ireland → Glasgow, Scotland → Kirkwall, Scotland → Invergordon, Scotland → Edinburgh, Scotland → Paris, France (Port of Le Havre) → LONDON, England (Port of Southampton)

British Isles · Summer 2026

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British Isles & Paris / Majestic Princess June 03, 2026 (13 days)
Itinerary: LONDON, England (Port of Southampton) – Portland, England → Cornwall (Falmouth), England → Cork, Ireland → Dublin, Ireland → Belfast, Northern Ireland → Glasgow, Scotland → Kirkwall, Scotland → Edinburgh, Scotland → Day at Sea → Paris, France (Port of Le Havre) → LONDON, England (Port of Southampton)
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British Isles & Paris / Majestic Princess July 09, 2026 (13 days)
Itinerary: LONDON, England (Port of Southampton) – Portland, England → Cornwall (Falmouth), England → Cork, Ireland → Dublin, Ireland → Belfast, Northern Ireland → Glasgow, Scotland → Kirkwall, Scotland → Edinburgh, Scotland → Day at Sea → Paris, France (Port of Le Havre) → LONDON, England (Port of Southampton)
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British Isles & Paris / Majestic Princess July 21, 2026 (13 days)
Itinerary: LONDON, England (Port of Southampton) – Falmouth, England → Cork, Ireland → Liverpool, England → Belfast, Northern Ireland → Glasgow, Scotland → Kirkwall, Scotland → Invergordon, Scotland → Edinburgh, Scotland → Paris, France (Port of Le Havre) → LONDON, England (Port of Southampton)
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British Isles & Paris / Majestic Princess August 02, 2026 (13 days)
Itinerary: LONDON, England (Port of Southampton) – Invergordon, Scotland → Kirkwall, Scotland → Stornoway, Scotland → Glasgow, Scotland → Belfast, Northern Ireland → Dublin, Ireland → Cork, Ireland → Paris, France (Port of Le Havre) → LONDON, England (Port of Southampton)

British Isles and Paris

Cruises Around Britain hold a unique place among Northern European sea journeys. Perhaps it’s because Britain was once not just the "ruler of the seas," but also the heart of a vast empire… Or maybe it’s because every British port visited during the cruise tells a centuries-old story—sometimes bloody, sometimes romantic, but always vividly captivating. Like medieval miniatures created by monks. Take London, first mentioned by Tacitus in the 2nd century AD. London, with the Tower, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, a host of great and infamous monarchs, cozy Baker Street, and ultra-modern buildings designed by Norman Foster. Like any imperial city, London demands not just attention, but admiration. And… it truly deserves it! After a few days in London, travelers head to the port of Southampton, just a couple of hours from the capital. Southampton is a historic port from which many great ships have set sail. div>
From Southampton, the liner sails to Guernsey Island, located in the middle of the English Channel. Of course, for us and the French it’s “La Manche,” but for proud Britons, it’s the “Great English Channel.” Guernsey is not formally part of the European Community and is under the direct administration of the British Crown. Its geographic location—a small piece of land measuring just 78 sq. km—meant that centuries of conflict turned it into one of the most well-fortified islands in Northern Europe. Cruises around Britain are simply incomplete without a visit to Guernsey.

After Guernsey, the liner heads to Ireland. While it’s often joked that the Irish are hearty drinkers and that nowhere makes better whiskey than Ireland—not even Kentucky—that’s only part of the story. The first stop is Cork, where the Majestic Princess 5* Lux docks. Here, the highlight is a visit to Blarney Castle, built in the 15th century, home to the legendary Blarney Stone. Legend has it that kissing the stone grants the gift of eloquence. The next port is Dublin, a city once home to Jonathan Swift and Oscar Wilde, George Bernard Shaw and James Joyce. Dublin is a city of parks, castles, and cathedrals—and for true connoisseurs, a chance to visit the distillery where the famous Jameson whiskey is crafted.

After Dublin, ship sails to Liverpool. The Liverpool port itself is so remarkable that it is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. And walking the streets of this city once were John, Paul, George, and Ringo—enough reason to fall in love with vibrant Liverpool! The journey around Britain continues. Northern Ireland’s main highlight is the Giant’s Causeway, located not far from Belfast. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Giant’s Causeway features massive basalt columns along the coast, some reaching up to 12 meters in height.

After Belfast, ship heads to Scotland, a land full of fascinating sights and rich history. What do we know about Scotland? A rhetorical question, as Scotland brings to mind William Wallace and Robert the Bruce, Rob Roy and Mary Stuart. Kilts, bagpipes, and of course, whisky… There is also a legend: in northern Scotland grows a remarkable tree planted by a returning crusader. While fighting in the Holy Land, the Scottish knight vowed that if he returned home safely, he would plant a laurel tree in his homeland—which he did. The tree still stands today. Much like this laurel thriving in harsh northern conditions, Scotland’s heroes and villains, kings and saints, have endured and shaped history across the centuries. A visit to Scotland begins in Edinburgh, a city unmatched in the UK for its wealth of medieval architecture. And in August, Edinburgh hosts the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, a spectacular event that draws nearly 200,000 spectators each year.

Scotland also boasts Loch Ness, home—according to legend—to a real monster… somehow managing to evade encounters with fierce Scottish Highlanders. Another Scottish port visited by the Majestic Princess 5* Lux is Glasgow. Here, the old and new blend seamlessly: the magnificent Glasgow Cathedral, whose construction began in the 12th century, stands alongside modern streets filled with boutiques—Glasgow offers truly unmatched shopping experiences.

A cruise around Britain would not be complete without a visit to northern France. Over the past millennium, this region alternated between English and French rule—wars and reconciliations, great feats on both sides… Today, it takes just six hours to travel from Paris to London by train. Or travelers can take a ferry from Le Havre, where the Majestic Princess 5* Lux docks. It’s a three-hour drive from Le Havre to Paris, but few would doubt that the City of Light is worth the journey. The cruise concludes back in London.

Iceland & Norwegian Fjords

Another way to explore Northern Europe is the "Iceland & Norwegian Fjords" cruise. Some people collect fjords—from New Zealand and Chile to Alaska and Greenland. But the most stunning fjords are in Norway. In fact, fjords and Norway are inseparable, as the country itself began in the fjords: in the 9th century, following King Harald I’s victory at the Battle of Hafrsfjord, the unification of Norway began.

Each fjord holds its own unique charm: here the composer*Grieg lived and worked, here stands the magnificent cliff known as the "Pulpit Rock", offering views over thirty kilometers, and over there, legend says, the gods of Asgard battled giants… The fjords are so large that they can accommodate both small vessels, such as the Pacific Princess 5*, with a displacement of 30,500 tons, and giant liners such as the Sapphire Princess 5* lux, with a displacement of 113,000 tons.You can spend a week or two traveling solely among the fjords, but the ultimate cruise in this part of the world combines the Norwegian Fjords and Iceland.

Because it is Iceland, a remote and incredibly beautiful land, that becomes accessible to cruise ships in the summer. Founded in the 9th century by families fleeing from Harald I, the "unifier of Norway," Iceland has preserved its ancient traditions and unique culture for centuries. Even today, descendants of the Vikings make up 99% of the population. And in Iceland… people don’t have surnames. Instead, a person receives a first name at birth, followed by a patronymic (father’s name) or sometimes a matronymic (mother’s name). Iceland is full of superlatives: Reykjavik is simultaneously the northernmost and westernmost capital in the world, Iceland is the largest volcanic island, Godafoss is the most powerful waterfall in Europe, and the Icelandic Parliament (is the oldest in existence. Historical and natural landmarks are so harmoniously intertwined in this rugged land that the number of tourists eager to visit Europe’s northernmost country continues to grow every year.

It’s worth adding that cruises to*Iceland and the Norwegian Fjords begin and end in London—a city that is well worth spending a few days exploring before or after the cruise.

Northern European Capitals

Once known as Helsingfors, Helsinki is the capital of Finland and a former Russian city, featuring a stunning sugar-white cathedral at its center, a bustling harbor market, beautiful buildings, and rich museums. It’s also a very green city, with so many cyclists that the total length of its bike lanes exceeds 1,000 km.

After Helsinki, travelers visit Stockholm, a grand imperial city with a royal palace, historic houses, and churches. Founded in the 13th century by Jarl Birger—the same Birger who in 1240 lost the Battle of the Neva to Russian Prince Alexander, later known as Alexander Nevsky—Stockholm has a fascinating history. Today, descendants of the brilliant French marshal Bernadotte, who became King of Sweden nearly 200 years ago and was the only one of Napoleon’s companions to retain a crown until his death, still live in Sweden. But Stockholm isn’t just about its rulers’ intriguing past: it boasts some of the cleanest water in Europe and is home to UNESCO’s acclaimed Vasa Museum, preserving a 17th-century Swedish warship salvaged intact from the cold, dark waters. Stockholm is also home to Skansen, an open-air museum with characters from Astrid Lindgren’s fairy tales, and much more.

Copenhagen, once a rival of Stockholm and now a charming northern city, was ranked among the most livable cities in 2013. The city’s symbol is "The Little Mermaid" by sculptor Edvard Eriksen, but it’s not the only attraction. Copenhagen’s true charm lies in its cathedrals and city hall, canals and islands, and the world-famous hippie enclave, "Freetown Christiania". The tour of Baltic capitals continues to Oslo, Norway, which is exactly 99 years older than Moscow. Founded by King Harald III in 1048, Oslo sits on a fjord and encompasses 40 islands. Today, the city boasts an excellent road network, efficient public transport, and the ability to accommodate large cruise ships, such as the Sapphire Princess 5 Lux*, which docks near Akershus Fortress. After Oslo, the ship sails to Aarhus, Denmark’s second-largest city, home to the country’s largest Gothic cathedral. Aarhus is older than Copenhagen, Stockholm, Oslo, and even Moscow, with its first historical mentions dating back to 948.

From the port of Warnemünde where the Sapphire Princess 5* Lux docks the following day, travelers can take a trip to Berlin, the capital of Germany, Europe’s most powerful nation. Alternatively, they can explore the Hanseatic city of Rostock, located nearby, and experience the unique charm of northern Germany. In the next port, Tallinn, all major attractions are within walking distance. This is not only due to its convenient location, but also because Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, is one of the best-preserved medieval fortresses in Europe. It’s no coincidence that many Soviet-era films set in the Middle Ages were filmed here. Today, Tallinn is one of the most beautiful and cozy cities that tourists will visit during the cruise.