Itinerary: Cruise from Dover – Rotterdam – Ålesund – Trondheim – Honningsvåg (North Cape) – Tromsø (Norway) – Leknes (Lofoten Islands) – Skjolden – Leirvik – Lerwick (Shetland Islands) – Return to Dover.
Ports of Call
Cruise from Dover
- Rotterdam: Modernist lines and a deep harbour. Take a tour by waterbus, visit the Maritime Museum, or browse along Witte de Withstraat. Energetic and forward-looking.
- Ålesund: Island city of Art Nouveau curves. Steps to Mount Aksla bring the postcard view, while cafés cluster near the quay. Photogenic at every corner.
- Trondheim: Student city with medieval heart. Cathedral, river walks and cosy coffee spots fill the day. It’s Norway at a gentler pace.
- Honningsvåg (North Cape): Edge-of-map landscapes. North Cape globe photo, seabird watching, and stark, beautiful light. Weather writes the script.
- Tromsø (Norway): Arctic gateway with culture to match. Cable car vistas, polar museums, and waterfront paths offer a diverse range of experiences. Bright even when chilly.
- Leknes (Lofoten Islands): Peaks, beaches and fishing cabins. Drive out for viewpoints, visit Nusfjord, or take a brisk coastal walk. Scenery first, everything else second.
- Skjolden: Sognefjord finale and quiet lanes. Short fjordside rambles or church-and-glacier excursions work well. Unhurried and scenic.
- Leirvik: Small-town Norway with maritime flavour. Marina strolls and local history make a low-key stop. Suitable for a breather.
- Lerwick (Shetland Islands): Northern isles character and stone streets. Archaeology at Jarlshof, seabird cliffs, or watch the harbour. Weatherproof layers advised.
Return to Dover