6 Night Voyage to Iceland Cruise from Hamburg

Your adventure to Iceland begins. Your expedition cruise sets sail from Hamburg - a city full of history, art, and culture. There's plenty to see and do here, so take some time to explore before boarding your expedition ship. You'll discover many of the city's attractions in the old town, Altstadt, including St Nikolai Memorial and the historic street of Deichstrasse. Why not discover the interesting history of two UNESCO World Heritage Sites - Chilehaus and the world's largest warehouse complex. Once aboard, you'll collect your complimentary expedition jacket, meet your Expedition Team, explore the onboard comforts of your ship, and settle into your cabin as we set sail.

Enjoy a leisurely sea day aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen. As your expedition cruise travels from Hamburg towards Norway's Lysefjord, you'll have the opportunity to learn more about the places you'll visit with your expert Expedition Team. Join them for lectures in the Science Centre and learn all about the journey ahead. A day at sea gives you plenty of time to relax, and your modern expedition ship allows you to do that in style. Why not head to the wellness area, sauna, or infinity pool. You're sure to enjoy the delicious, locally-sourced Nordic and international dishes served in the three restaurants.

Remarkable landscapes of Lysefjord. Today, we'll sail down 25-mile-long Lysefjord. Enjoy a day of remarkable landscapes from the observation decks, taking in the sublime scenery of the long and narrow fjord among striking vertical cliffs. From the fjord we can take a peek from below at the world-famous Pulpit Rock - Preikestolen - and look out for the equally renowned Kjeragbolten, a giant boulder that seems precariously wedged into a mountain crevasse. If you're feeling adventurous, join the Expedition Team for small expedition boat cruising or kayaking and see the immense fjord from a new perspective.

Discover the deep Norse roots of Scotland's Shetland Islands. We cruise northwest to the Shetland Islands. Lerwick, the capital, is a friendly, Victorian-influenced fishing town set in beautiful scenery. Navigate the narrow lanes on foot to discover little shops selling local whiskies, woolen sweaters, and fudge. By the old waterfront, you'll find the Shetland Museum, showcasing Pictish carvings and Shetland lace shawls. Nearby you can see Fort Charlotte and the regal-looking town hall. Keep your binoculars handy to scan for grey and common seals along Lerwick's beaches, as well as local birdlife such as red-throated divers, redshanks, and curlews.

Torshavn is located on Streymoy, the largest of the Faroe Islands. Founded by Norsemen in the 10th century, Torshavn - Thor's Harbour - is one of Northern Europe's oldest capitals. Wander through the cobbled alleyways and delight in the colorful, turf-roofed houses found here. In the local museums, you can learn about the city's origins and the flora, fauna, and geology of the Faroe Islands. About half a mile out of town, the Svartafoss waterfall tumbles over mossy rocks. And as you walk along the seafront, look out for eider ducks and the distinctive Faroese starling with its beige-tipped wings.

Enjoy a relaxing day at sea. Spend the day at your leisure as we sail towards Iceland. Savor the quiet moments, simply appreciating the peaceful feeling of being at sea or enjoy panoramic views and chat with fellow guests in the Explorer Lounge & Bar. This is a rare opportunity to disconnect and get a break from the modern world. Feeling active? You can enjoy a workout in the gym or simply relax in the panoramic sauna while gazing out at the view. As ever, the Expedition Team will be on hand to answer any questions you may have and offer insights about these Arctic islands.

Enjoy Reykjavik at your leisure. As your expedition cruise reaches its conclusion, you still have one last terrific destination to explore - Iceland's art, culture, and history-packed capital Reykjavik. Stroll along Laugavegur with its boutiques and galleries, admire the striking Hallgrimskirkja church, and peruse Reykjavik Art Museum. Consider visiting the Blue Lagoon, one the true natural wonders of the world, and experience the blend of silica, algae, and minerals in its famous geothermal waters. This voyage is ideal to be combined with a circumnavigation of Iceland. See an Iceland Circular Saga - Hamburg to Reykjavik via Windswept Isles of the North voyage, which conjoins the two cruises. You can also join a Post-Program and explore Iceland's beautiful south coast, with waterfalls, black-sand beaches, geothermal pools, and majestic mountains.