Overwhelmingly beautiful scenery and the Scandinavian lifestyle await you when you cruise to Norway’s diverse coastlines on the EUROPA 2. First we will visit Oslo, nestled between the green mountains of the Oslomarka and the Oslo Fjord, before entering the Geirangerfjord, the most beautiful fjord in the world, with the EUROPA 2. Your private veranda will become an exclusive box seat, and it will provide fascinating views of this UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site. The port city of Bergen is home to colourful tradesmen’s houses and a bustling fish market. Your unforgettable cruise will then come to an end after a relaxing day at sea.
The cruise is fully booked.
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Combine this cruise with EUX1514 and save € 500.
Those travelling on their own do not pay the single suite surcharge in categories 1 – 4.
At anchor - If the ship anchors in open water the ferrying ashore will be done with tenders or Zodiacs.
Individual travel arrangements to cruise departure point
Kiel/Germany, departure 19.00 hrs
Kiel
Start your cruise a little earlier and explore Hamburg as part of a pre-cruise programme*.
Relaxation at sea
Oslo/Norway, arrival 7.00 hrs
Oslo
The capital of Norway is nestled between the green mountains of the Oslomarka and the Oslo Fjord. Bringing together old and new architecture in a state of harmony, the Holmenkollen ski jump is a landmark of the city. The new opera house is quite impressive, and you can enjoy breathtaking views of the sea from its roof. In Oslo, there are many ways to explore the city: including on a guided walking tour** – walk past sights such as Akershus Fortress, the town hall and the Ibsen Museum and visit the Nobel Peace Center, which was opened in 2005 and which represents and preserves the philosophy of Alfred Nobel. Alternatively, opt for a city tour** and visit sights including the royal palace and the sculpture park of Gustav Vigeland. Norway’s most famous sculptor fashioned this park, approximately 32 hectares in size, in an artistic process spanning 40 years.
Dive into the history of seafaring on the Bygdoey museum island** on your second day in Oslo. Besides Viking ships, you can see the famous balsa wood raft Kon-Tiki on which Thor Heyerdahl crossed the Pacific Ocean and the polar ship Fram, used by Roald Amundsen on his expeditions to the Antarctic.
Oslo, departure 14.00 hrs
Relaxation at sea
Geiranger/Geirangerfjord/Norway , 8.00 – 14.00 hrs
Geiranger
The EUROPA 2 entering the Geirangerfjord will be an unforgettable experience. The ship will slowly drift past the famous “Seven Sisters”, “Suitor” and “Bridal Veil” waterfalls – your private veranda will become an exclusive box seat with the best view of this UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site. You can enjoy a more hands-on experience with the impressive scenery on a kayak tour**. At around 1,500 m above sea level, the mountain Dalsnibba** offers fantastic panoramic views of Geiranger and the end of the fjord.
Bergen/Norway, 7.00 – 18.00 hrs
Bergen
Charmingly surrounded by the seven eponymous mountains, the port city will welcome you with the colourful tradesmen’s houses in the old Hanseatic district of Bryggen and its vibrant fish market. On a hike** up Mount Floeyen, you can enjoy breathtaking views of the city and port, before climbing the Rundemanen to marvel at the dreamlike views of the skerry islands off the coast.
Relaxation at sea
Hamburg/Germany, arrival 7.00 hrs
Individual travel arrangements from cruise arrival point
Hamburg
Set off on your journey home or explore the beautiful Hanseatic city with our post-cruise programme*.
* The pre- and post-cruise programmes listed are not included in the cruise price.
** The shore activities are not included in the cruise price and are in the planning stage. Subject to changes.
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