Scandinavian Springtime Delights

• Day 1 Tilbury (UK)

  Just 22 nautical miles down river from the Tower Bridge in London, Tilbury is a popular turnaround port for cruises visiting Baltic and Northern European destinations.

• Day 2 IJmuiden (Netherlands)

  North Holland’s ‘Gate to the North Sea’, IJmuiden has four harbours: the Vissershaven, Haringhaven, IJmondhaven and the Seaport Marina - the latter used by pleasure craft. It is the largest Dutch fishing port, but is a relatively young town: it grew up in the 1870s when the North Sea Canal was opened. During World War II, the German Navy demolished much of the town and built huge fortified concrete bunkers for their torpedo boats and submarines. After 1945, the town was rebuilt by the architect Willem Marinus Dudok. He designed IJmuiden’s most impressive building, the Stadhuis van Velsen, which houses local government offices. For cruise passengers IJmuiden is the gateway to Amsterdam, the Dutch capital and one of Europe’s truly great cities, where elegant canals are lined by old brick gabled houses, and superb art galleries and museums are home to some of the world’s best-known paintings. Please note that complimentary shuttle buses operate from the port to the centre of IJmuiden, not to Amsterdam.

• At Sea
• Day 4 Copenhagen (Denmark)

  By the 11th century, Copenhagen was already an important trading and fishing centre and today you will find an attractive city which, although the largest in Scandinavia, has managed to retain its low-level skyline. Discover some of the famous attractions including Gefion Fountain and Amalienborg Palace, perhaps cruise the city’s waterways, visit Rosenborg Castle or explore the medieval fishing village of Dragoer. Once the home of Hans Christian Andersen, Copenhagen features many reminders of its fairytale heritage and lives up to the reputation immortalised in the famous song ‘Wonderful Copenhagen’.

• Day 5 Malmö (Sweden)

  Malmo combines modern innovation with historic charm. Visit the iconic Turning Torso skyscraper or explore the medieval Malmohus Castle. The city’s vibrant cultural scene and stunning waterfront make Malmo a delightful mix of past and present, offering something for every traveller. 

• Day 6 Aalborg (Denmark)

  Aalborg, Denmark offers a delightful blend of Viking history and modern culture. Visit the Lindholm Hoje burial grounds to uncover Denmark’s Viking past, or stroll through the city’s lively streets filled with cafes and shops. Aalborg’s rich history and vibrant atmosphere make it an inviting port to explore. 

• Day 8 Tilbury (UK)

  London Tilbury, a key entry point to the UK capital, is nestled along the River Thames in Essex. Discover waterfront attractions like Tilbury Fort, which offers a window into the rich maritime history of this quintessential port town on the Thames Estuary.

• Day 7 At Sea

Scandinavian Springtime Delights Itinerary