Costa Cruises, Greenland from Hamburg, July 7, 2024

Cruising from: Hamburg, Germany;

Departure Date: 7 July, 2024;

Cruise Line: Costa Cruises;

Cruise Ship: Costa Favolosa;

Duration: 22-day cruise;

Ports of Call: Hamburg, Seydisfjordur, Akureyri, Isafjordur, Prince Christian Sound, Qaqortoq, Qaqortoq, Nuuk, Nuuk, Reykjavik, Reykjavik, Kirkwall, Invergordon, Newhaven, Hamburg;

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 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 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 5 Isafjordur, Iceland

The port of Isafjordur is the largest of all harbours located in the Westfjords region of Iceland. Isafjordur has a range of accommodation, restaurants and recreation for all budgets and tastes. A golf course, hiking- and biking trails, horse riding, bird watching, skiing and kayaking are all within an easy reach.

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 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 9 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 10 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 11 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 12 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 13 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

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 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 19 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 20 Newhaven, England

Newhaven is a channel ferry port in East Sussex in England, with regular passenger services to Dieppe. It's got great pubs, cafés and restaurants, a clutch of little specialist shops. Its location can't be beaten, with easy access to Brighton, London, the South Downs, the Seven Sisters - and even France on the ferry. Nearby attractions include the beautiful Paradise Park botanical gardens & Dinosaur Trail, Seaford's Martello Tower and the Seven Sisters Country Park.

Day 21 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 22 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.