Itinerary: Cruise from Dover – Portland – Cork (Cobh) – Fishguard – Douglas – Rothesay – Greenock (tours to Glasgow) – Belfast – Oban – Ullapool – Edinburgh (Leith) – Dover – Trondheim – Brønnøysund – Svolvær (Norway) – Tromsø (Norway) – Honningsvåg and North Cape – Loen – Bergen – Amsterdam – Return to Dover.
Ports of Call
Cruise from Dover
- Portland: A Dorset stop with lofty views over Chesil Beach. Visit Portland Bill lighthouse or head into nearby Weymouth. Sea air and cliffs set the stage for a clean, coastal day.
- Cork (Cobh): Colourful seafront houses climb above the quays. Take the train to Cork city or visit Spike Island’s old fort. Maritime history blends with the easy warmth of Ireland.
- Fishguard: Small harbour, big Pembrokeshire scenery. Walk the coastal path or browse local craft spots. Quiet, green, and suitable for a leg stretch.
- Douglas: Isle of Man capital with a sweeping bay. Ride the Manx Electric Railway or visit the Great Laxey Wheel. Heritage transport is half the fun.
- Rothesay: Waterfront town on the Isle of Bute. Explore Mount Stuart’s grand house and gardens or circle the island for beaches and views. It’s gentle and handsome.
- Greenock (tours to Glasgow): Gateway for Glasgow’s galleries and music halls. Stay local for Clyde scenery or hop into the city for culture and coffee. Easy rail links make it simple.
- Belfast: Titanic history and a lively centre. Tour the murals, call at the Ulster Museum, or stroll the Cathedral Quarter. History sits close to modern energy.
- Oban: A harbour town with ferries and seafood. Climb McCaig’s Tower for bay views or take a boat to nearby isles: Laid-back and sea-facing.
- Ullapool: White cottages along Loch Broom. Walk the river trails or visit the local museum to learn about the area’s fishing heritage. The Highlands feel close at hand.
- Edinburgh (Leith): Dockside dining near the Royal Yacht Britannia. Head for the Old Town and the Castle or climb Calton Hill—culture and skyline in easy reach.
- Dover: A pause under the White Cliffs. Visit the castle or stroll the seafront—a breather before the northern arc.
- Trondheim: Nidaros Cathedral and wooden wharves along the river. Wander Bakklandet’s cafés or take the tram to hillside views. Historic and walkable.
- Brønnøysund: A snug coastal town near Torghatten’s hole-in-the-mountain. Boat trips and gentle hikes fill the day. Low-key and scenic.
- Svolvær (Norway): Lofoten’s peaks rise straight from the sea. Try a RIB ride or visit Henningsvær’s galleries. The light steals the show.
- Tromsø (Norway): Arctic capital with bridges and bold architecture. Ride the cable car for stunning fjord views or visit the Polar Museum, a northern-themed centre with a friendly atmosphere.
- Honningsvåg and North Cape: Far-north outpost for the North Cape plateau. Watch seabirds and endless horizons. Wild, raw and memorable.
- Loen: Fjord village backed by high slopes. Take the Loen Skylift or walk the valley trails to the turquoise lakes. Calm setting, vast backdrop.
- Bergen: Bryggen’s wooden warehouses and a busy fish market. Fløibanen funicular gives instant views. Rain or shine, it charms.
- Amsterdam: Canals, museums and café corners. See the Rijksmuseum or drift by boat under brick bridges—a final urban flourish.
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