Itinerary
- Day 1
Leith (Edinburgh)
- Meals
- Champagne (Glass of Champagne at the Sky Bar)
Optional Activities
- Explore Edinburgh's historic sites and pubs
Landmarks Edinburgh Castle - Day 2
Kirkwall (Orkney Islands)
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice selection of included guided excursions
Optional Activities
- Orkney Treasures with St Magnus Cathedral: Visits to Neolithic Heartland, Ring of Brodgar, Skara Brae, Skaill House, and St Magnus Cathedral
- Heart of Neolithic Orkney: UNESCO Neolithic Heartland featuring Ring of Brodgar, Standing Stones of Stenness, Barnhouse Village, Harray Loch views, and Scapa Flow
- Sites of the South Isles & Taste of Orkney: Travel across Churchill Barriers to Italian Chapel, local treats in Burray, and Fossil and Heritage Centre
- Kirkjuvagr Gin Tasting & Kirkwall Town Walk: Guided tour of Kirkwall, St Magnus Cathedral, Earl's and Bishop's Palaces, and gin distillery tour with tasting
Landmarks St Magnus Cathedral Skara Brae Ring of Brodgar Tankerness House Gardens Orkney Museum Skaill House - Day 3
Lerwick (Shetland Islands)
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice selection of included guided excursions
Optional Activities
- Sumburgh Head to Jarlshof Hike: Guided hike through Shetland's southern reaches with views of Mousa Broch, RSPB Reserve, and 5,000-year-old Jarlshof archaeological site
- Jarlshof & Southern Shores: Visit Mousa Broch, St Ninian's Isle, and Jarlshof archaeological site
- Town Walk & Shetland Museum: Guided walk from Victoria Pier through Old Town, Lodberries, narrow lanes, historic Town Hall, and Shetland Museum
- Western Shetland - Meet the Locals: Visit Lerwick, local fisherman in Hamnavoe, Shetland ponies in Tingwall, and jewellery workshop
Landmarks Jarlshof Mousa Broch St Ninian's Isle Sumburgh Head RSPB Reserve Shetland Museum - Day 4
Tórshavn (Faroe Islands)
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice selection of included guided excursions
Optional Activities
- Tórshavn the Capital: Guided walk through Tinganes district and visit to National Museum
- Mountain Hike: Journey through Kaldbak fjord to Kollafjörður, ascend 280m basalt sill on Streymoy with views of Vágar and lakes, viewpoint stop in Tórshavn
- Coastal Villages: Visit traditional turf-roofed church in Kollafjörður, explore Saksun's picturesque valley and heritage farm museum
- Countryside of Eysturoy: Local tasting at sheep house, wool producer visit, Blástova Museum in Gøta, cross 'Bridge Over the Atlantic', panoramic capital views
- Vestmanna Sea Cliffs: Cruise along Bird Cliffs and sea grottoes with mountain vistas
Landmarks Tinganes National Museum of the Faroe Islands Djupini Channel Kollafjörður Streymoy Saksun Blástova Museum Bridge Over the Atlantic Vestmanna Bird Cliffs - Day 5
At Sea to Seyðisfjörður (Iceland)
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast in suite (optional butler service))
Included Activities
- Exploration of onboard facilities including Observation Lounge and Senses Spa
Optional Activities
- Butler breakfast service in suite
- Day 6
Seyðisfjörður (Iceland)
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice selection of included guided excursions
- Scenic Discovery hiking, kayaking and Zodiac cruising opportunities (weather and harbour master approval permitting)
Optional Activities
- Helicopter flights on board helicopters
- Chasing Waterfalls: Hiking adventure through Vestdalur Valley with waterfalls, meadows, wetlands, and ancient human settlements
- Vök Baths: Journey across Fjardarheidi mountain pass to natural hot springs with pools and sauna
- History & Heritage Walk: Guided walking tour through historic streets and cultural sites, concluding at East Iceland Technical Museum
- Skáanes Nature Walk: Scenic drive through lush valley with abandoned farms, visit Skáanes Nature and Heritage Centre
Landmarks Vestdalur Valley Vök Baths Fjardarheidi Mountain Pass East Iceland Technical Museum Skáanes Nature and Heritage Centre - Day 7
Húsavík (Iceland)
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice selection of included guided excursions
- Scenic Discovery kayaking and Zodiac cruising opportunities (weather and harbour master approval permitting)
Optional Activities
- Diamond Circle: Experience Dettifoss waterfall, Whispering Cliffs, Ásbyrgi Canyon, and Tjörnes Peninsula
- Whale Watching: Traditional oak boat tour from Húsavík to spot whales, dolphins and puffins in Skjálfandi Bay
- Húsavík Sea Baths: Relax in GeoSea Sea Baths with views over Skjálfandi Bay in naturally heated waters
- Lake Mývatn: Visit geothermal wonders with bubbling mud pools and lava formations, ending at Goðafoss waterfall
Landmarks Dettifoss Goðafoss Ásbyrgi Canyon Lake Mývatn Skjálfandi Bay Tjörnes Peninsula GeoSea Sea Baths - Day 8
Grímsey Island (Iceland)
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice selection of included guided excursions
- Scenic Discovery kayaking and Zodiac cruising opportunities (weather and harbour master approval permitting)
Optional Activities
- Helicopter flights on board helicopters
- Walk Around Grímsey (Easy - 5km): Island exploration with driftwood church, seabird colonies, harbour settlement, Arctic Circle certificate
- Walk Around Grímsey (Moderate - 10km): Slightly more challenging walking path with seabird colonies, harbour settlement, folklore, Arctic Circle certificate
- Grímsey Passenger Train: Train ride through village, lighthouse visit for coastal views, Arctic Circle Monument crossing, driftwood church
Landmarks Arctic Circle Grímsey Driftwood Church - Day 9
Dynjandivogur Waterfall (Iceland)
Included Activities
- Scenic Discovery guided hike to Dynjandivogur Waterfall
Landmarks Dynjandi Waterfall - Day 10
Grundarfjörður (Iceland)
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice selection of included guided excursions
Optional Activities
- Snæfellsnes Peninsula Express: Visit Svodufoss waterfall, Malarrif lighthouse, Londrangar volcanic towers, Arnarstapi cliffs with seabird colonies
- Coves, Craters & Caves: Views of Snæfellsjökull Glacier (1,446m), ascend Saxhóll crater, walk Djúpalonssandur coastal trail to Dritvik, descend Vatnshellir Cave's 35m lava tunnels
- Kirkjufellsfoss Waterfall Hike (led by Discovery Team): 6km scenic hike from Grundarfjörður Port to Kirkjufells waterfall at foot of Kirkjufell Mountain (464m/1,519 feet)
Landmarks Kirkjufell Mountain Snæfellsjökull Glacier Svodufoss Malarrif Lighthouse Londrangar Arnarstapi Saxhóll Crater Djúpalonssandur Vatnshellir Cave Kirkjufellsfoss Waterfall - Day 11
Heimaey (Iceland)
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice selection of included guided excursions
Optional Activities
- Boat Tour of Heimaey: Cruise from historic harbour past cliffs and caves, view millions of seabirds including 6-8 million puffins, spot whales, musical performance in Klettshellir Cave
- Volcanic Hike & Eldheimar Museum: Guided walk through historic harbour, hike through lava fields of Eldfell volcano to summit for panoramic vistas, visit Eldheimar Museum about 1973 eruption
- Bus Tour & Eldheimar Museum: Explore natural harbour and dramatic cliffs, visit Sprangan rope-swinging site, Herj´olfsdalur Viking ruins, Stórhöfði puffin colony, views of Surtsey and volcanoes Helgafell and Eldfell, Eldfell viewpoint, Eldheimar Museum
Landmarks Eldfell Volcano Eldheimar Museum Klettshellir Cave Surtsey Helgafell Volcano Stórhöfði Puffin Colony Sprangan Herj´olfsdalur - Day 12
Reykjavik
- Meals
- Breakfast (Final breakfast on board)
Included Activities
- Final breakfast on board
Optional Activities
- Explore Reykjavik's stylish restaurants, chic boutiques, innovative galleries and museums
