14 nightsFrom Reykjavik, Iceland11 ports of call
14-Day Viking & Celtic Origins: Unesco World Heritage Fjords
Holland America Line · Rotterdam
Overview
A 14-night voyage aboard Rotterdam, departing Reykjavik, Iceland on 23 Jul 2028 and arriving in Rotterdam, calling at 11 destinations along the way.
Reykjavik, IcelandGrundafjordurHeimaeyRunavik (Faroe Isles)Kirkwall, ScotlandRotterdamStavanger, NorwayOlden, NorwayGeirangerfjordBergenRotterdam
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Itinerary
14 nights · 17 ports of call- 1
Day 1 ·ReykjavikEmbark
23 Jul 2028Depart 23:00See dramatic evidence of Iceland's volcanic origins: geysers, hotsprings, vast fields of cooled lava. Swim in the naturally-warmed Blue Lagoon. - 2
Day 2 ·Grundarfjordur, Iceland
24 Jul 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00Grundarfjörður is a town in the north of the Snæfellsnes peninsula in the west of Iceland. It is situated between a mountain range and the sea. The nearby mountain Kirkjufell forms a small peninsula. - 3
Day 3 ·Heimaey
25 Jul 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00This charming Arctic settlement of around 4,500 people (and millions of wild puffins) offers unique opportunities for sightseeing. The visually dramatic setting is particularly suited to photographers looking to capture memorable vistas. - 4
Day 4 ·At Sea
26 Jul 2028 - 5
Day 5 ·Runavik
27 Jul 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00Situated on the picturesque island of Eysturoy, the small village of Runavík is your gateway to the Faroe Islands. This ethereal archipelago and autonomous region of Denmark lies in the North Atlantic between Scotland, Iceland and Norway. Explore the islands’ pastoral landscapes, dotted with colorful cottages, grass roofed wooden churches, Viking stone farmhouses, and sheep grazing on green pastures of scotch heather. - 6
Day 6 ·Kirkwall
28 Jul 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00While the southernmost isles of Orkney closely straddle the northeast corner of the Scottish mainland, historically the archipelago (around 70 islands in all) and its people have had as much in common with Scandinavia as they have had with Scotland. In fact, until the 15th century, the Orkney Islands were politically part of Norway.
Today the Orcadians are a fairly tight-knit and cooperative group of Scots—a rich community of artists and crofters (small-holding farmers), fisherfolk and those in the trades. A key attraction for tourists is the wealth of prehistoric sites on Orkney, including standing stones, burial chambers and even Stone Age settlements, such as Skara Brae, inhabited sometime around 3000 B.C.E. More recently, because of its isolation, Orkney was chosen as the place to keep Italian prisoners of war during WWII; a chapel built by them is a popular site to visit.
The island capital is Kirkwall (originally Kirkjuvagr meaning Church Bay). Here you'll find the Cathedral of St. Magnus—one of only two pre–Reformation cathedrals still largely intact in Scotland (the other is Glasgow's St. Mungo). Nearby, the historic town district includes the Earl's Palace, built for the infamous Earl Patrick Stewart, whose father was a bastard son of King James V and who was executed in 1615 for treason. - 7
Day 7 ·At Sea
29 Jul 2028 - 8
Day 8 ·Rotterdam, The Netherlands
30 Jul 2028Arrive 07:00Depart 15:00Often called the gateway to Europe, the port city of Rotterdam is full of old-world charm. The harbor offers amazing views and a maze of wharves and canals, along with towering spires make for a beautiful sight. Take a stroll and duck into one of the pubs or eateries along the way.
Only three pre World War II buildings in the city centre have survived and are worth a look - city hall, St. Laurence church and the White House. Explore the Museum Boymans van Beuningen, which houses a unique collection dating from the 14th century, or the Museum Voor Volkenkunde - home to ethnological exhibits. Exquisite architecture can be seen in many areas of Rotterdam, most notably in the Delfshaven quarter of the city - where 18th century houses are on display. For a laugh, check out Kijk-Kubus, an upside-down house. - 9
Day 9 ·At Sea
31 Jul 2028 - 10
Day 10 ·Sandnes (Stavanger), Norway
1 Aug 2028Arrive 07:00Depart 15:00 - 11
Day 11 ·Olden Norway
2 Aug 2028Arrive 09:00Depart 19:00A charming village and urban area at the mouth of Oldeelva river, Olden is a short distance from the Briksdalsbreen glacier, a popular hiking destination. In town, travelers can compare the deep red “new” Olden Church, built in 1934, to the white “old” Olden church, built in 1759. - 11
Day 11 ·Scenic Cruising Nordfjord
2 Aug 2028 - 12
Day 12 ·Geiranger
3 Aug 2028Arrive 07:00Depart 16:00Geiranger is a picturesque fjord town nestled in a crook of winding, namesake Geirangerfjord. Nearby, the Seven Sisters Waterfall takes a 5,000-foot plunge. - 12
Day 12 ·Cruising Geirangerfjord
3 Aug 2028The coast of Norway is fringed with jagged fjords cut into the shoreline by glaciers eons ago. One of the most spectacular inlets is the mighty Geirangerfjord, a popular cruising destination and, along with the nearby Nærøyfjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. When Norway’s glaciers retreated they left deep valleys in their wake that filled with seawater, in the case of the Geirangerfjord to a depth of nearly 500 meters (1,640 feet). Above the surface, the fjord’s sheer rock walls shoot straight up three times as far. You'll want to wake up early to catch the exhilarating views during the nine-mile cruise up the Geirangerfjord to the tiny village of Geiranger; your ship will likely make this trip in early morning to give you a full day in port. If you’ve sprung for a balcony cabin, you won’t regret it. Otherwise, head for the open decks to soak up the stunning scenery and the crisp, fresh Norwegian air as the ship moves up the calm, glasslike channel. - 13
Day 13 ·Bergen
4 Aug 2028Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00Beautiful Bergen, Norway’s second-largest city, is one of the most popular ports of call on a cruise up the fjords. Step off the ship into the medieval Bryggen wharf area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979, where small boats line the harbor and wooden gabled buildings stand proud along the waterfront. Bergen’s rich maritime tradition goes back nearly 1,000 years, including the years the town played an important part in the Hanseatic League, the trading empire that dominated maritime commerce in the region between the 14th and 18th centuries. The city is one of Europe’s oldest settlements, and its cobblestone streets and narrow alleyways lead to emerald-green parks, medieval cathedrals and stone fortresses that kept enemies at bay centuries ago. It's also eminently walkable, with historic buildings and excellent markets selling everything from fish and produce to trinkets and souvenirs.
Surrounded by mountains and thick forest, and sitting halfway between Geiranger to the north and Stavanger to the south, Bergen offers plenty to do outside the city too. Whether you sign up for a guided excursion or venture out on your own, you’ll be sure to fall in love with Bergen. - 14
Day 14 ·At Sea
5 Aug 2028 - 15
Day 15 ·Rotterdam, The NetherlandsDisembark
6 Aug 2028Arrive 07:00Often called the gateway to Europe, the port city of Rotterdam is full of old-world charm. The harbor offers amazing views and a maze of wharves and canals, along with towering spires make for a beautiful sight. Take a stroll and duck into one of the pubs or eateries along the way.
Only three pre World War II buildings in the city centre have survived and are worth a look - city hall, St. Laurence church and the White House. Explore the Museum Boymans van Beuningen, which houses a unique collection dating from the 14th century, or the Museum Voor Volkenkunde - home to ethnological exhibits. Exquisite architecture can be seen in many areas of Rotterdam, most notably in the Delfshaven quarter of the city - where 18th century houses are on display. For a laugh, check out Kijk-Kubus, an upside-down house.
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