14-Day Viking Trails & Celtic Origins with Norwegian Fjords

1. Day 1Sep 3

   Reykjavik, Iceland

   Depart 11:00 PM

   Embark

   About Reykjavik

   Steeped in history and bursting with contemporary flair, Reykjavík, the capital of Iceland, was founded around 870 C.E, marking the birth of the first permanent settlement on this island nation. Today, it is home to approximately 200,000 inhabitants, making up nearly 60% of Iceland's population.

   

2. Day 2Sep 4

   Grundarfjordur, Iceland

   Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

   Tender

   About Grundarfjordur

   The charming small fishing village of Grundarfjorður is located in the middle of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula and thus provides easy access to Stykkishólmur, Snæfellsbær and the Snæfellsnes National Park. Its best-known landmark is undoubtedly the peak of Mt. Kirkjufell.

3. Day 3Sep 5

   Heimaey, Westman Islands, Iceland

   Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

   Tender

   About Heimaey, Westman Islands

   Heimaey Island is the largest in the Westman Islands located four miles off the south-west coast of Iceland. One of the most visually impressive islands in Iceland, it is ringed by tall, vertical sea cliffs many hundreds of feet high.

   

4. Day 4Sep 6

   At sea

5. Day 5Sep 7

   Runavik, Faroe Islands

   Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

   About Runavik

   Originally a fishing port, Kongshavn harbor on the southern end of Eysturoy, the Faroes' second-largest isle, is now a major staging port for the North Sea oil platforms as well. Runavik's buildings are scattered across an alluvial fan below looming, green-clad peaks beside the Skalafjordur fjord.

   

6. Day 6Sep 8

   Kirkwall, Scotland, United Kingdom

   Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

   About Kirkwall, Scotland

   The Orkney Archipelago, a collection of stark, treeless islands off Scotland's northern coast, is steeped in history dating back over 5,000 years. Here you'll find Europe's densest concentration of ancient Neolithic sites, and rugged coastlines framed by towering cliffs of Old Red Sandstone from the Devonian period.

   

7. Day 7Sep 9

   At sea

8. Day 8Sep 10

   Rotterdam, Netherlands

   Arrive 7:00 AMDepart 3:00 PM

   About Rotterdam

   The Netherlands' second-largest city and Europe's busiest port is home to some of the 20th and 21st centuries' most important architectural feats, which is particularly impressive when you consider that nearly all of Rotterdam was razed to the ground during World War II.

   

9. Day 9Sep 11

   At sea

10. Day 10Sep 12

    Eidfjord, Norway

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 4:00 PM

    About Eidfjord

    In the shadow of snowy peaks and near stunning blue-green fjords, Eidfjord is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful villages in Norway. Even though it has a population of less than 1,000, scores of visitors come here each year to bask in the area's natural splendor.

    

11. Day 10Sep 12

    Scenic cruising Hardangerfjord

    Scenic cruising

12. Day 11Sep 13

    Olden, Norway

    Arrive 10:00 AMDepart 7:00 PM

    About Olden

    A 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.

    

13. Day 11Sep 13

    Scenic Cruising Nordfjord

    Scenic cruising

14. Day 12Sep 14

    Alesund, Norway

    Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM

    About Alesund

    Ålesund, a quaint fishing town of approximately 45,000 in western Norway, has been called Norway's most beautiful city. A fire in 1904 destroyed much of it, resulting in the town being rebuilt in the Art Nouveau style-also known as Jugendstil-that was popular around the turn of the 20th century.

    

15. Day 13Sep 15

    Haugesund, Norway

    Arrive 10:00 AMDepart 6:00 PM

    

16. Day 14Sep 16

    At sea

17. Day 15Sep 17

    Rotterdam, Netherlands

    Arrive 7:00 AM

    Disembark

    About Rotterdam

    The Netherlands' second-largest city and Europe's busiest port is home to some of the 20th and 21st centuries' most important architectural feats, which is particularly impressive when you consider that nearly all of Rotterdam was razed to the ground during World War II.

Rotterdam

Rotterdam is a Holland America Line Pinnacle class ship carrying up to 2,668 guests. Staterooms include the Pinnacle Suite, Neptune Suite, Signature Suite and Vista Suite, along with Verandah and Ocean View rooms. Dining features Canaletto, Morimoto By Sea and the Pinnacle Grill, with drinks at the Half Moon Bar.

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Guests

2,668

Year built

2021

Dining and venues

• Dining Room
• Canaletto
• Club Orange
• Morimoto By Sea
• Morimoto By Sea Sushi
• Pinnacle Grill
• Sel de Mer
• Tamarind
• Lido Market
• 24-Hour Room Service
• Dive-In
• New York Deli & Pizza
• Grand Dutch Café
• Crow’s Nest Café
• Gelato & Juice Bar
• Crow’s Nest Bar
• Half Moon Bar
• Lido Bar
• Panorama Bar
• Ocean Bar
• Tamarind Bar
• Sea View Bar
• Casino
• Game Room
• Kids Club
• Library
• Meeting Rooms
• Pickleball
• Sports Court
• The Shops
• Effy Fine Jewelry
• Art Gallery
• Photo Gallery
• Portrait Studio
• Lido Pool
• Sea View Pool
• Hydropool
• Hot Tubs
• Spa & Salon
• Retreat Cabanas
• Fitness Center
• Neptune Lounge

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• Inside

  Inside (143–225 sq ft)

  Big on comfort, our 143–225 sq. ft. Inside staterooms offer exceptional value with two beds that convert to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush euro-top mattress — premium massage showerheads and a host of amenities.

  $3,914

  Chosen Inside

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  Ocean View

  Ocean View

  With a view of the ocean through a window or porthole, these expansive staterooms include a sitting area, two beds that convert to one queen-size bed — our signature Mariner's Dream™ bed with plush euro-top mattress — premium massage showerheads, and a host of amenities.

  $4,564

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  Verandah

  Verandah (228–405 sq ft)

  Floor-to-ceiling doors lead to your balcony, infusing these coveted 228–405 sq. ft. staterooms with natural light. Enjoy a private verandah overlooking the ocean, a spacious sitting area for unwinding, and our signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed that can convert from one queen to two beds.

  $4,764

  Choose Verandah

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  Signature Suite

  Signature Suite (393–400 sq ft)

  These elegant 393–400 sq. ft. suites feature a sitting area with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a private verandah. Signature Suites accommodate up to four guests with two beds that convert to a queen- or king-size bed — our signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed, and a Murphy, Pullman, or sofa bed, depending on configuration.

  $7,714

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  Neptune Suite

  Neptune Suite (465–502 sq ft)

  Featuring floor-to-ceiling glass doors, spacious private verandahs, expansive sitting areas, and comfortable sleeping accommodations with Mariner’s Dream™ beds, our 465–502 sq. ft. suite sleeps up to four guests and boasts a deep soaking tub and an independent, full-size shower stall, dual-sink vanities, premium bathrobes, pillow menus, fresh flowers, and binoculars.

  $8,664

  Choose Neptune Suite

Prices per person, double occupancy. Taxes & fees included. Gratuities extra, about $18 per person per day ($20 in suites).

On Rotterdam

• Sep 3, 2028 – Sep 17, 2028Rotterdam · this sailingFrom $3,914

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