Springtime Falls & Fjords of Norway from Southampton, 4 May 2027 (8 nights)

The UK’s largest cruise port and where many will begin their cruise holiday, Southampton has no shortage of maritime and historical attractions. Discover local landmarks on a walking tour including 30 ancient monuments, learn about the tragic story of the Titanic and escape to the great outdoors at the New Forest National Park. With numerous options for seafood dining and even a free art gallery, Southampton is an undoubtedly great destination for a pre or post-cruise stay.

In Norway's Vestland county, Eidfjord serves as the municipality's administrative hub. The village is located on the shores of the picturesque Eid Fjord, a smaller branch of the vast Hardangerfjorden. Beautiful scenery, a warm and welcoming feel and a selection of fascinating attractions can be found here.

Hardangerfjord, often known as the "Queen of the Fjords," is Norway's second-longest fjord (179 km) and is famous for its stunning, bucolic beauty, which combines majestic mountains, glaciers, and waterfalls with lush fruit orchards. The fjord is characterised by spectacular, steep mountain peaks that surround quiet, deep waters, with the Folgefonna glacier nearby. The area, known as Norway's orchard, is famed for producing apples, cherries, plums, and strawberries. Spring delivers magnificent blossoms, while October is harvest time.

Skjolden is a picturesque village in Vestland County, Western Norway. It’s part of the Lustre municipality, and located at the head of the Sognefjorden, the longest navigable fjord in the world, making the sail there a spectacle in and of itself. With a small population of only 300 inhabitants, if the busyness of a major city is what you're looking for, you're in the wrong area; on the other hand, if you want peace and quiet together with a breathtaking landscape, you're in the perfect spot. With 3 national parks at its doorstep (Jostedalsbreen, Breheimen and Jotunheimen), alongside a variety of other attractions, you’ll have an unforgettable stop in Skjolden.

The ever-impressive Sognefjord, which is nicknamed King of the Fjords, is both the longest and the deepest fjord in Norway. Cutting comfortably through Vestland county, with several sizable offshoots branching into smaller fjords as you head further inland, Sognefjord stretches roughly 127 miles and boasts some of the most breathtaking Scandinavian scenery you can see while sailing in Northern Europe. As wide as four miles at some points, and as narrow as 250 metres at others, this is a dramatic natural waterway where you can enjoy sensational views of snow-capped mountains stretching up into the sky, impressive icy glaciers, and vibrant forests while relishing in the comfort afforded by your cruise ship. With tumbling waterfalls, small coastal settlements, and impressive wildlife littering the shores, there’s always something interesting to spot while you’re enjoying this scenic cruising experience.

Explore Norway’s Olden, surrounded by breathtaking glaciers, crystal-clear lakes, and towering mountains that define this stunning destination.

Nordfjord is a traditional district of Norway and home to some of the nation’s most famous fjords – particularly, Nordfjorden, the sixth-longest of the fjords found in Norway. While cruising this stunning area of Scandinavia, you’ll have the chance to admire the dramatic landscape northern Norway is known for alongside the rough coastline of the Stadlandet peninsula and Jostedalsbreen, Europe’s largest surviving mainland glacier at the moment. With calm waters, stunning forest-covered slopes, and snow-capped mountains, sightseeing doesn’t get more rewarding than this.

The UK’s largest cruise port and where many will begin their cruise holiday, Southampton has no shortage of maritime and historical attractions. Discover local landmarks on a walking tour including 30 ancient monuments, learn about the tragic story of the Titanic and escape to the great outdoors at the New Forest National Park. With numerous options for seafood dining and even a free art gallery, Southampton is an undoubtedly great destination for a pre or post-cruise stay.