Princess Cruises, Land of the Midnight Sun and Summer Solstice from Southampton, July 17, 2023

Cruising from: Southampton, England;

Departure Date: 17 July, 2023;

Cruise Line: Princess Cruises;

Cruise Ship: Sky Princess;

Duration: 14-day cruise;

Ports of Call: Southampton, Bergen, Molde, Trondheim, Honningsvag, Tromso, Svolvaer, Alesund, Olden, Southampton;

Day 0 Southampton, England

Known as the cruise capital of Europe, the Port of Southampton is a passenger and cargo port located in the central part of the south coast of England. There are four dedicated cruise terminals at Southampton which play host to a wide variety of cruise lines. Southampton is one of the most lively and dynamic cities in the south of England. From bustling shops and marinas to seaside resorts and areas of outstanding natural beauty, the city and region have lots to offer.

Day 1 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 2 Bergen, Norway

Bergen, situated between the longest fjord Sognefjord and the beautiful Hardangerfjord is a popular cruise destination and the leading cruise port in Norway. This stunning destination is home to some of the country's top museums and galleries, so it's a fantastic place to learn more about the colourful characters that helped shape Norway's history and culture.

Day 3 Molde, Norway

Molde is the administrative centre for the county of More and Romsda, Norway. Molde have various educational facilities as well as offering many cultural activities, including an international literature festival (Bjornson Festival) and the famous annual Molde International Jazz Festival.

Day 4 Trondheim, Norway

Trondheim was Norway's first capital city, beautifully located by the wide Trondheim fjord in mid Norway. Trondheim is popular as both a cultural and shopping destination, the city's downtown core is scattered with quaint specialty shops as well as larger retailers around the pedestrian-only Nordre and Olav Tryggvasons gates.

Day 5 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 6 Honningsvag, Norway

The Port of Honningsvag is a very small port, the most northernmost city in Norway and gateway to Nordkapp (North Cape). All cruise docks are just a few minutes walk from the main street of Honningsvag, near shopping, restaurants and activities. Tunneled into the rock behind the cliffs sits Nordkapphallen, a visitor center with a souvenir shop, a post office, and a restaurant/cafe.

Day 7 Tromso, Norway

Tromso, a city in Norway, is a major cultural hub 350 kilometers north of the Arctic Circle. It's famed as a viewing point for colorful Northern Lights, with a season that last from September throughout March. The city's historic center, on the island of Tromso, is distinguished by its centuries-old wooden houses. Here you find art, history, sophistication, good food and an infamous nightlife in a bustling, tiny city.

Day 8 Svolvaer, Norway

Svolvaer, located on the island of Austvagoya in the Lofoten archipelago is the administrative centre of Vagan Municipality in Nordland County, Norway. In this authentic town, the wooden drying racks are lined up next to one another, and the wharfs, warehouses and industrial buildings lend the area an extraordinary atmosphere. One of the highlights during the winter is the annual cod fishing festival. Lofoten is a group of islands located north of the Arctic Circle in the county of Nordland, Norway. With its postcard-looking small fishing villages nestled in fjords, dotting a very rugged coast with abrupt peaks rising directly from the ocean, the archipelago is often described as one of the most scenic parts of Norway. Svolvaer is located on the island of Austvagoya in the Lofoten archipelago.

Day 9 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 10 Alesund, Norway

Alesund is adventure capital of the Fjords, named Norway's most beautiful city. Some of the most spectacular buildings are located around the area Brosundet, in Kongens Gate, Brunholmen and Kirkegata. After devastating fire a new town rose phoenix-like from the ashes - in the distinctive Art Nouveau style.

Day 11 Olden, Norway

Olden is located at the mouth of the Oldeelva river at the northern end of the Oldedalen valley on the southern shore of the Nordfjorden. Olden is the gateway to the Briksdal Glacier (Briksdalsbreen), which has made it a popular cruise ship destination. Olden also has easy access to several other arms of this glacier, including Kjenndal and the Boyabreen.

Day 12 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 13 At Sea, At Sea

Wonderful day at Sea.

Day 14 Southampton, England

Known as the cruise capital of Europe, the Port of Southampton is a passenger and cargo port located in the central part of the south coast of England. There are four dedicated cruise terminals at Southampton which play host to a wide variety of cruise lines. Southampton is one of the most lively and dynamic cities in the south of England. From bustling shops and marinas to seaside resorts and areas of outstanding natural beauty, the city and region have lots to offer.