10 Night Norwegian Fjord Spectacular Yacht Cruise from Edinburgh to Copenhagen

This 10-day cruise combines the cultural intimacy exclusive to small port excursions with the rugged beauty of the fjords and glaciers of Norway

Departure date: 30 June 2020
Embark port: Edinburgh, Scotland
Cruise line: Windstar Cruises
Ship: Wind Surf

Deal Inclusions

10-Night Yacht Cruise aboard Wind Surf.
All meals, in all venues
Non-alcoholic beverages, including specialty tea and coffee drinks
Beautifully appointed ocean view stateroom or suite
Plush bathrobes and slippers
Fresh flowers and fruit in your stateroom or suite
Marble finished baths (power yachts only)
Flat screen TV and DVD player
Spectacular onboard deck barbecue
Onboard entertainment, including local performances in most regions
Access to the Open Bridge
Champagne Welcome Reception
Beautiful Sail Away from every port
Port taxes and government fees.

Popular Highlights:
See a range of extreme landscapes and amazing fjords like Lysefjord and Hardangarfjord
Visit the Birksdal Glacier in Olden
Find Bryggen, the colorful UNESCO site in Bergen, known at the gateway to the fjords
Tour Oslo’s newly opened Astrup Fearnley Museum of Modern Art and the Nobel Peace Center
A total of 367 bird species can be found in Skagen, Denmark’s northernmost city
Sea kayak through Alesund’s archipelago

Cruise Description

10 Night Cruise sailing from Edinburgh to Copenhagen onboard Wind Surf.

Trek past low, wind-shorn coastal vegetation punctuated by cairns of stacked rocks and lichen-covered Neolithic monoliths. Caress the glossy corners of wooden church pews polished smooth by generations of prayerful hands from Norwegian villagers both past and present. This 10-day cruise combines the cultural intimacy exclusive to small port excursions with the rugged beauty of the fjords and glaciers of Norway. It’s a journey of contrasts where futuristic innovations intermingle with artifacts and monuments from an ancient past. Stroll among countless tartans, kilts and scarves for sale along Edinburgh’s cobblestoned Royal Mile. Savor lesser-known Scottish haddock dishes like sauce-covered Finnan haddie or salty, hardwood-smoked Arbroath smokies. Ride in Olden’s open ‘Troll Cars’ to the melting Briksdal Glacier, the most accessible arm of the Jostedal—the largest glacier in Europe. Take flight in a helicopter to the sweeping heights of Norway’s popular Pulpit Rock and the steep, granite-lined cliffs of Lysefjord. Explore Skagen’s “blue hour” a summer light favored by Scandinavian Realist and Impressionist artists more than a century ago. Take a ride among old world amusements in Copenhagen’s Tivoli Garden or catch an impromptu concert amid Christiania’s eclectic and contemporary counterculture crowd. This delicious and insightful journey delivers memorable experiences far beyond ordinary.

Highlights of this cruise:

Edinburgh, Scotland
From the Firth of Forth, a UNESCO site, to the Royal Mile, Edinburgh is steeped in history. Edinburgh Castle. The Royal Botanic Gardens. The UNESCO site of Old Town. The wonders of Edinburgh are never ending. From one of Europe’s best-preserved castles to the world’s longest herbaceous border, a riot of color and culture pervades. In this city as old as Scotland itself, you’ll find the perfect blend of historic tradition and natural beauty.

Bergen, Norway
Colorful Bryggen, Bergen’s Hanseatic quay and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is so delightful you may find it difficult to explore further. But do. Watch the Huldras (forest nymphs) dance at Kjosfossen Waterfall, wander the narrow smau between the old buildings climbing the hillside.

Olden, Norway
The pleasant small village of Olden is located at the inner end of the 66-mile long Nordfjord, the sixth longest fjord in Norway. Long known for tourism and industry, it is now also famous for contemporary design. With fewer than 500 inhabitants Olden is an ideal destination for people who enjoy spending time in the great outdoors, and is the gateway to Jostedal, the largest glacier on the European mainland. If you can, find a bottle of Olden Mineral Water, as close as you will get to a glacier on tap.

Kristiansand, Norway
Until recently, this beautiful hamlet was Norway’s secret, keeping its picturesque white-painted houses and sheltered coves tucked away and quietly hidden. It is best discovered by small ship, giving you access to the town with its lush green forests and majestic inlets.

Oslo, Norway
Step off the ship into the center of Norway’s sparkling capital, just a short walk from the Nobel Peace Center, Radhuset (City Hall), and Aker Brygge (the colorful waterfront). Explore Viking history at the Viking Ship Museum or look up Edvard Munch’s The Scream at the National Gallery.

Skagen, Denmark
Yellow and red houses, windswept beaches, a unique light that has drawn artists for centuries … this town at the juncture of the North Sea and Baltic is the apple of Denmark’s eye. Visit the Buried Church, shop for handmade white lace, explore Skagen’s maritime history at the open air museum, or learn about the shifting sands at the nature center.

Copenhagen, Denmark
This fairytale city is filled with magical choices. Explore the harbor where Hans Christian Andersen once lived. Pay your respects to the Queen at Rosenborg Palace, or to the Danish Parliament at Christiansborg Palace. Find a feast for the eyes and food for the soul (and stomach) at Tivoli Gardens.

Terms & Conditions

Cruise costs are in New Zealand Dollars (NZD). Offer subject to availability at time of booking. Prices are per person share twin based on best available cruise fare, inclusive of all discounts unless otherwise stated. Subject to availability and currency fluctuations. All fares and taxes are subject to change without notice up until full payment is received. Itinerary may be subject to change. Credit card payments will incur a fee. Cruise deposit, amendment and cancellation conditions apply. Travel agent service fees may apply. Special conditions apply - please ask for full details at time of enquiry. Cruise Line reserves the right to re-instate the fuel supplement for all guests up to US$9 per person per day if the price of light sweet crude on the New York Mercantile Exchange (NYMEX) exceeds US$70 per barrel. Please consult cruise line website for current information.