Azamara Club Cruises, Iceland Intensive Voyage from Amsterdam, June 22, 2024

Cruising from: Amsterdam, Netherlands;

Departure Date: 22 June, 2024;

Cruise Line: Azamara Club Cruises;

Cruise Ship: Azamara Quest;

Duration: 9-day cruise;

Ports of Call: Amsterdam, Seydisfjordur, Husavik, Akureyri, Skagafjordur, Grundarfjordur, Reykjavik, Reykjavik;

Day 0 Amsterdam, Netherlands

Amsterdam is a popular tourist destination for both new and returning visitors all year. Many cruise ships arriving in the Dutch capital berth at the unique premises of Passenger Terminal Amsterdam (PTA). There is a fairytale quality to the tree-lined canal streets of Amsterdam. Boutiques, cafes, apartments, and hotels may hide behind the facades of the gabled townhouses, but the look of this beautiful old city has not changed much since its 17th-century Golden Age.

Day 1 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 2 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 3 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 4 Husavik, Iceland

Husavik is a town in Nordurþing municipality on the north coast of Iceland on the shores of Skjalfandi bay. Husavik has become a centre of whale watching in Iceland due to whales of different species that frequently enter the bay. The most famous landmark of the town is the wooden church Husavikurkirkja, built in 1907. Husavik is also home to The Exploration Museum, a museum about the history of human exploration.

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 Skagafjordur, Iceland

Skagafjordur is a deep bay in northern Iceland. It is one of Iceland‘s most prosperous agricultural regions. It has widespread dairy and sheep farming in addition to the horse breeding for which the area is famed. Skagafjordur is the only county in Iceland where horses outnumber people. There are quite many farms in Skagafjordur that offer horse shows and horse riding tours, and several large glacial rivers in Skagafjordur, who are ideal for river rafting.

Day 7 Grundarfjordur, Iceland

Grundarfjordur is a small town, situated in the north of the Snæfellsnes peninsula in the west of Iceland. It is situated between a mountain range and the sea. The town's main industries lie in fishing and fish processing. During summer, local Viking Association are building up a Viking "village" in the centre of town and Viking-age re-enactments are often the highlight of the day for cruise ship passengers.

Day 8 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 9 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.