Fjords, mountains and waterfalls – plus natural beauty and urban flair in laid-back cities: setting off from Hamburg, you’ll head for Norway’s dream cruise destinations. As the ship passes through the Hardangerfjord, it will already become clear what makes this country so unique. As you cruise along Norway’s second-largest fjord, an indescribable landscape opens up on all sides. And it culminates in a real jewel: EIDFJORD. For every square kilometre of nature, this small community has exactly one person. This tranquil idyll has plenty of space for exploration and exciting excursions – including a kayak tour* through deep-blue waters. In VIK you can visit the Hopperstadt stave church* – while in FLAM you’ll have the opportunity to ride the legendary Flam Railway*, which will take you through tunnels and spectacular bends as you head past waterfalls and up into the mountains.

Set against a picturesque backdrop of craggy mountain peaks, the area is home to an impressive array of wildlife. With a little luck, you’ll spot one of the majestic white-tailed eagles on the horizon – this is where the world’s largest population of these birds is found. After a laid-back day at sea, you’ll explore the splendour of classic Norway at a leisurely pace. The EUROPA passes through extended inlets fjord by fjord, cruising past untamed landscapes – until it reaches a UNESCO World Heritage Site and natural masterpiece: GEIRANGERFJORD. Waterfalls that spring almost vertically from cliffs, wildly romantic meadows and dense forests that are reflected in the clear waters. Enjoy this unique panorama from the deck, and marvel at a kind of beauty that is hard to describe with words alone.