Oceania Cruises, Northern Capitals & Icons from Amsterdam, June 24, 2024

Cruising from: Amsterdam, Netherlands;

Departure Date: 24 June, 2024;

Cruise Line: Oceania Cruises;

Cruise Ship: Marina;

Duration: 12-day cruise;

Ports of Call: Amsterdam, Antwerp, Antwerp, Le Havre, London Portsmouth, St. Peter Port, Cork, Dublin, Greenock, Stavanger, Arendal, Oslo;

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 Antwerp, Belgium

Antwerp is a major destination in Belgium in the region of Flanders. The trademark cobbled roads, historical heritage, medieval architectural treasures, excellent bars and restaurants, and chic shopping centres are enough for any tourist to be drawn to Antwerp. For art-lovers and culture-vultures Antwerp's excellent museums are a vital stop on any Belgian itinerary.

Day 2 Antwerp, Belgium

Antwerp is a major destination in Belgium in the region of Flanders. The trademark cobbled roads, historical heritage, medieval architectural treasures, excellent bars and restaurants, and chic shopping centres are enough for any tourist to be drawn to Antwerp. For art-lovers and culture-vultures Antwerp's excellent museums are a vital stop on any Belgian itinerary.

Day 3 Le Havre, France

Le Havre is a love letter to modernism, evoking, more than any other French city, France's postwar energy and optimism. Numerous museums and galleries provide cultural interest, and in summer, there are several beaches for the sun-seekers.

Day 4 London Portsmouth, England

Portsmouth International Port is perfectly positioned for ferries to France, Spain and the Channel Islands.

Day 5 St. Peter Port, Guernsey

Saint Peter Port is the capital of Guernsey, Normandy and with its cobbled streets and picturesque seafront marina and historic gardens, it is considered one of Europe's prettiest harbour towns. Day can be spent by looking at all the fishing boats and sailing yachts, with regular breaks for coffee, ice cream or a seafood lunch in one of the pretty quayside cafes, bars or restaurants. Every traveler will enjoy in Victor Hugo's House, harbour, Guernsey Museum and Art Gallery or the Guernsey Aquarium.

Day 6 Cork, Ireland

Cobh is a town on the south coast of Ireland, on an island in Cork city's harbour. It's known as the Titanic's last port of call which sailed from here on 14 April 1912. The centre of Cobh is compact and quite flat with a large waterside park and a good selection of bars, shops, cafes and restaurants.

Day 7 Dublin, Ireland

Dublin, capital of the Republic of Ireland is steeped in Celtic legend, and is one of the liveliest and most historic cities in Europe. Among the many must-see highlights that the city offers is the National Museum of Ireland, which is spread out over several venues, each covering a different speciality. The famous Book of Kells can be seen in the Old Library at Trinity College, while the Christ Church Cathedral is Dublin's oldest building.

Day 8 Greenock, Scotland

Greenock, formerly a burgh in the historic county of Renfrewshire, is a town and administrative center in the Inverclyde council area in Scotland, United Kingdom. Along with Gourock to the west and Port Glasgow to the east, it makes up a continuous urban area. Glasgow is Scotland's largest city and is renowned for its culture, style and the friendliness of its people. It's also famed for its Victorian and art nouveau architecture, a rich legacy of the city's 18th-20th-century prosperity due to trade and shipbuilding. Greenock is industrial town and port, hemmed in by hills. Main town attractions are: Town Hall, Custom House, churches, Sheriff Court, various mansions and the Watt Monument Library. Underheugh Cottage, is a working smallholding that is completely self-reliant. The owners organize various activities such as pig-keeping lessons, nature walks, gardening courses and the opportunity to dress up like an ancient Scottish.

Day 9 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 10 Stavanger, Norway

Stavanger is the gateway to the Norwegian fjords. The city centre of Stavanger is quite compact, with original dockside warehouses and pretty 18th-century streets climbing up from a bustling harbour, which makes it easy to reach most attractions on foot. On your walk you can easily stop by some of the city's many museums, such as the Norwegian Petroleum Museum, Stavanger museum of Fine Arts and the Norwegian Canning museum.

Day 11 Arendal, Norway

Arendal was built on 7 small islands and known as Venice of the North. Amongst the many beautiful old wooden houses, you can find Arendal Old Town Hall, tallest wooden building in Norway. For real adventurers there are many locations perfect for hiking or taking a bike ride. Family activities are not excluded: visiting The Science Centre, bathing and beach fun or sea kayaking.

Day 12 Oslo, Norway

Set on the banks of the Oslofjord, which is in fact a lake, not a fjord, Norwegian capital Oslo is one of the sparsest capital cities in Europe, despite being one of the largest in terms of size. Oslo has a special combination of city life and easy access to the great outdoors. This provides lots of space for nature to thrive in the very heart of the metropolis. Outdoor activities like kayaking, skiing, hiking and cycling are just as popular within the capital as they are in the countryside.