AIDA Cruises, Greenland and Iceland from Hamburg, July 8, 2023

Cruising from: Hamburg, Germany;

Departure Date: 8 July, 2023;

Cruise Line: AIDA Cruises;

Cruise Ship: AIDAaura;

Duration: 21-day cruise;

Ports of Call: Hamburg, Invergordon, Seydisfjordur, Akureyri, Prince Christian Sound, Nuuk, Ilimanaq, Ilimanaq, Qaqortoq, Reykjavik, Reykjavik, Shetland Island, Kirkwall, Bremerhaven;

Day 0 Hamburg, Germany

Straddling the Rive Elbe, Hamburg is Germany's second largest city and is affectionately known as the Gateway to the World, thanks to its rich maritime history and its privileged position as one of the premier sea ports in Europe. The best way to take in the Hamburg's culture and history is to hop aboard the Maritime Circle Line, a shuttle service which connects all of Hamburg's most important maritime attractions.

Day 1 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 2 Invergordon, Scotland

Invergordon is a town and port in Easter Ross, in Ross and Cromarty, Highland, Scotland. Take a short walk into the town center and you'll find impressive murals, overflowing flowerboxes, small shops, cafes, banks, and friendly people happy to have a wee chat. Included in the attractions are Cawdor Castle, Dunrobin Castle, Brodie Castle, Loch Ness and its famous monster "Nessie", Fort George,Dornoch Cathedral, Culloden Battlefield, Falls of Shin Inverewe Gardens.

Day 3 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 4 Seydisfjordur, Iceland

Seydisfjordur, made up of multicoloured wooden houses and surrounded by snowcapped mountains and cascading waterfalls obscenely picturesque, is the most historically and architecturally interesting town in East Iceland. It's also a friendly place with an international community of artists, musicians, craftspeople and students. Every visitor will enjoy outdoor activities like walkng, hiking and biking and especially snowshoeing.

Day 5 Akureyri, Iceland

Akureyri is a lively and energetic town and important port and fishing centre is nicknamed the Capital of North Iceland. Akureyri is great base for exploring the north's green pastures, fishing villages, mudpots, waterfalls, ski fields and whale-filled bays. The Northern Lights are one of the most spectacular shows on earth and can frequently be seen in Akureyri and surroundings from September through April on clear and crisp nights.

Day 6 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 7 Prince Christian Sound, Greenland

The Prince Christian Sound, a waterway in Southern Greenland, offers a protected course from southeastern to southwestern Greenland and is one of South Greenland's most dramatic natural features. The water is placid and the crisp scent of ice fills the air. Depending on weather conditions, icebergs that glitter in the sun may be constant companions during the visit. The Prince Christian Sound offers beautiful scenery full of breathtaking glaciers, mountains, waterfalls, icebergs, fjords, and wildlife viewing.

Day 8 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 9 Nuuk, Greenland

Nuuk the capital and largest city of Greenland. The city is sprinkled with cultural museums, trendy restaurants which serve whale and seal meat, fashion boutiques, and fueled on fresh air, strong coffee and diverse personalities. Nature lovers can enjoy in mountains that surround the fjord, fishing in the nearby river for Arctic char or in the clear blue waters of the fjord

Day 10 Ilimanaq, Greenland

Cruising to Ilimanaq, Greenland.

Day 11 Ilimanaq, Greenland

Cruising to Ilimanaq, Greenland.

Day 12 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 13 Qaqortoq, Greenland

Qaqortoq is the largest town in South Greenland and popular destination for cruise ships. It has picturesque, coloured houses, great stores as well as arts and culture. Qaqortoq is well-connected with the surrounding South Greenlandic landscape that is full of adventure opportunities and the fjords around the city are popular kayaking destinations. Locals will recommend to visit hot springs at Uunartoq and experience the 38 degree Celsius warm water in this bathtub made by nature.

Day 14 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 15 Reykjavik, Iceland

Reykjavik, on the coast of Iceland, is the country's capital and largest city. It is the centre of culture and life of the Icelandic people as well as being one of the focal points of tourism in Iceland. For passengers spending time in the city there is a wide choice of museums, galleries, restaurants and cafes. Shooping is a must too and the ultimate relaxation experience is a trip to one of the city's thermal baths and pools.

Day 16 Reykjavik, Iceland

Reykjavik, on the coast of Iceland, is the country's capital and largest city. It is the centre of culture and life of the Icelandic people as well as being one of the focal points of tourism in Iceland. For passengers spending time in the city there is a wide choice of museums, galleries, restaurants and cafes. Shooping is a must too and the ultimate relaxation experience is a trip to one of the city's thermal baths and pools.

Day 17 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 18 Shetland Island, Scotland

Shetland Islands or Shetland is a subarctic archipelago in the Northern Isles of Scotland, situated in the Northern Atlantic, between Great Britain, the Faroese Islands and Norway. Shetland's natural landscape is among the most dramatic in the world. It is also teeming with wildlife: from orcas and puffins to the famous Shetland ponies and dolphins. Its rugged landscape is ideal for rearing livestock, in particular, Sheep which provide a bountiful supply of exceptionally soft wool used by local weavers to create Shetland's world-famous Fair Isle patterned knitwear.

Day 19 Kirkwall, Scotland

Kirkwall is the largest town and capital of the Orkney Islands of Scotland. The town has two museums, the larger being Tankerness House Museum, which contains items of local historical interest within one of Scotland's best-preserved sixteenth-century town-houses. At the heart of the town stands St. Magnus Cathedral, which was founded in memory of Saint Magnus Erlendsson, Earl of Orkney 1108-1117 by Earl (later Saint) Rognvald Kali.

Day 20 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 21 Bremerhaven, Germany

Bremerhaven is a city at the seaport of the Free Hanseatic City of Bremen, Germany. It is famous for its large harbour, which once was the biggest in Germany. The main attractions for tourists are found at the Havenwelten and include the German Emigration Center and the German Maritime Museum. The sister cities of Bremen and Bremerhaven delight visitors with their remarkable worlds of discovery, unusual maritime and historical attractions and sensational art and culture.