SCOTLAND, THE FAROE ISLANDS & ICELAND: NORTH ATLANTIC SAGA 2025

Cruise Line

Adventure Canada

Ship

Ocean Endeavour

Package Departs

22 Jun 2025

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Package Duration

11 Nights

Embark Ship

Aberdeen, Scotland

Disembark Ship

Reykjavik, Iceland

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Cruise & Stay 11 nights with Adventure Canada from Scotland to Iceland on an expedition cruise into the North Atlantic.

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^{US $}6,156Per person

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10 Night Cruise sailing from Aberdeen to Reykjavik aboard Ocean Endeavour.Day 1: Aberdeen, ScotlandBegin Your AdventureAfter a day of independent exploration in Aberdeen, you’ll embark for an evening departure.Many of the historic stone buildings here are made of locally quarried granite; high in mica, they can sparkle like silver.The city is also famed for its forty-five parks, gardens, and floral displays. Though it is now a modern city, Aberdeen retains its old-world charm.Day 2: Kirkwall, OrkneyVisit the Heart of Neolithic Orkney UNESCO World Heritage SiteWander through the stone walls of the Heart of Neolithic Orkney, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you’ll find the 4,000-year-old Ring of Brodgar.Tour the Hall of Clestrain, childhood home of Arctic explorer John Rae. In Kirkwall, let yourself be captivated by the city’s sights, dominated by the massive St. Magnus Cathedral dating back to 1137.Experience its lively pubs, vibrant music scene, fabulous shopping opportunities, and thriving artisan community.Step back 5,000 years to the Neolithic village of Skara Brae. Considered one of the most important Neolithic ruins in Europe today, wander the well-preserved stone houses and learn what daily life was like here.Day 3: Fair IsleEnjoy Birdwatching at a Serene Island CommunityJourney to charming Fair Isle, once a Viking hub and now an idyllic island colony of artists and shepherds.Keep your binoculars handy to spot some of the 350 bird species that the island boasts, including puffins and great skuas in substantial numbers.Take a tour of the local museum, dedicated to preserving the island's heritage.Day 4: Vágur, Suðuroy Island, Faroe IslandsImmerse Yourself in Faroese CultureVisit Vágur, where the warm hospitality of its 1,300 residents awaits you. Relish in the opportunity to witness Faroese chain dancing and share in stories of Vágur‘s captivating past. Enjoy the abundance of birdlife that the island boasts.Let your senses feast on the view of Suðuroy’s towering west side. Admire majestic cliffs, stunning mountains, sea stacks, and the magnificent Beinisvørð mountain as it stands tall from afar.See for yourself why the island is famed for its dramatic cliffs towering over the North Atlantic and enjoy this paradise for birds, including European storm petrels and Atlantic puffins.Day 5: TórshavnVisit Galleries, Shops, and RestaurantsExplore the splendid little city of Tórshavn (“Thor’s harbour”), the Faroe Islands’ capital and a former Viking trading centre.Stroll through the enchanting streets of the old town, where you'll discover a treasure trove of galleries, charming shops, and restaurants.Admire the buildings with their grass roofs and black timber façades, offering a glimpse into traditional Faroese architecture and culture.Day 6–8: Western Faroe IslandsSoak in Dramatic Mountains and WaterfallsEysturoy and Streymoy islands are perfect for hiking, birding, and photography. Charming villages connected by high-tech tunnels through mountains and beneath the ocean floor are a unique and startling feature of Faroese life.Explore remote Faroese villages Elduvik and Funningur via Zodiac. With a population of only 12 and 70 respectively, these villages offer a glimpse into Faroese island life. As you meander through the dramatic landscape surrounded by beautiful mountains, get to know the locals and enjoy exploring the picturesque bays these villages call home.The spectacular waterfall at Gásadalur is reached through one such tunnel—but look for the old switchback trail over the mountain, once used by the local postman!Day 9: At SeaLearn On BoardDeepen your understanding of the environment, cultures, and history of the region as we steam across the North Atlantic towards Iceland.Enjoy workshops and presentations, watch a documentary, and get out on deck!Day 10: Heimaey, Vestmannaeyjar (Westman Islands), IcelandMarvel at Volcanic LandscapesVestmannaeyjar lies off the south coast of Iceland and comprises fourteen islands, numerous rocks, and skerries. Only the largest island, Heimaey, is inhabited.Numerous species of seabirds, including the famous puffin, nest in the steep rock faces along the ocean cliffs. The volcanically active area has seen two major eruptions in recent times: the formation of the island of Surtsey in 1963, and the Eldfell eruption ten years later that destroyed much of Heimaey.Day 11: Reykjavík, IcelandWave a Fond FarewellComplete your journey in Reykjavík, Iceland’s cosmopolitan capital that was established in the year 874 CE.Food, culture, and nightlife abound, while the National Culture House preserves treasures like the Poetic Edda and the Norse Sagas in their original manuscripts.Disembark in the morning and say your farewells in what is widely considered one of the cleanest, greenest cities in the world.

Package Duration: 11 nights Cruise & StayPackage Starts: 22 June 2025 at Aberdeen hotelCruise Starts: 23 June 2025, from Aberdeen, ScotlandCruise Ends: 3 July 2025, into Reykjavik, IcelandPackage Ends: 3 July 2025 at Reykjavik, Iceland__________________** ALL PRICES IN USD **Earlybird savings! Book before 23 May 2024 and save up to 20% on your cruise fare.Twin Cat 3 Interior - was US $7695 - Earlybird price: US $6,156*ppTwin Cat 4 Porthole - was US $8995 - Earlybird price: US $7,196*ppTwin Cat 7 Window - was US $11995 - Earlybird price: US $9,596*ppTwin Cat 9 Junior Suite - was US $13995 - Earlybird price: US $11,196*pp** NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT OFFER! While offer lasts, you can book a single sole use category 3 - 7 cabin without any single supplement!___________________HIGHLIGHTS...- Wander among Neolithic standing stones at Brodgar, Scotland- Indulge in tranquil island culture and fantastic bird spotting on Fair Isle- Search the skies for fulmars, puffins, gannets, skuas, and other North Atlantic seabirds- Experience the Faroe Islands` dramatic, otherworldly land and seascapes- Visit Heimaey, Westman Islands - a town nearly destroyed by a volcano!- Explore Reykjavik; a clean, green, ancient, and contemporary city bustling with culture _________________SCOTLAND, THE FAROE ISLANDS & ICELAND Cruise-Stay package includes:- BONUS free 1 nights accommodation in Aberdeen pre-cruise- 10 night expedition cruise aboard the Ocean Endeavour from Aberdeen to Reykjavik including:- The expertise and company of the English speaking Adventure Canada expedition staff- Complimentary expedition wind and water resistant jacket (yours to keep)- Complimentary use of gumboots (loan onboard)- Onboard educational presentations- All shipboard meals, including on deck barbeques & afternoon tea, 24-hour coffee, tea and snacks- Hors d`ouevres & snacks during evening recaps- Zodiac tours and cruises- Port taxes

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Cruise Line

Adventure Canada

Ship

Ocean Endeavour

Package Departs

02 Jul 2025

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Package Duration

10 Nights

Embark Ship

Reykjavik, Iceland

Disembark Ship

Reykjavik, Iceland

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Cruise & Stay 10 nights on an adventure expedition cruise from Reykjavik Iceland with the specialists - Adventure Canada.

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9 Night Cruise sailing from Reykjavik roundtrip aboard Ocean Endeavour.Day 1: Reykjavík, IcelandBegin Your AdventureAfter a day of independent exploration in Reykjavík, you’ll embark for an evening departure.Iceland’s cosmopolitan capital, Reykjavík was established in the year 874 CE. Powered by geothermal energy, Reykjavík is widely considered one of the cleanest, greenest cities on Earth.Day 2: Snæfellsnes PeninsulaMeander Dramatic LandscapesDiscover one of Iceland’s most amazing coastlines, the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, a region known for its dramatic beauty and fascinating geological history.The Snæfellsnes Peninsula is often referred to as "Iceland in Miniature" due to its diverse range of natural wonders. From black sand beaches to a volcano, a glacier, lava fields, mountains, waterfalls, caves, and craters, the peninsula encapsulates many of Iceland's unique landscapes in one area.Delight in the many opportunities to observe seabirds and marine life as you explore this spectacular destination.Day 3: The WestfjordsExplore Remote CoastlinesBe among the lucky few to explore the Westfjords, a region known for its jagged bird cliffs and multi-hued beaches—only about ten per cent of the rest of Iceland’s visitors ever make it here!Soak up the breathtaking beauty of the coastal fjords and marvel at the immense mountains that loom overhead. Here, nature's splendour awaits at every turn.Day 4: Siglufjörður and GrímseyCross the Arctic Circle and Learn about Icelandic HistoryTravel to far-flung Grímsey, which lies upon the Arctic Circle (66° 33’ North) and earns Iceland its title as one of the world’s eight Arctic nations—just barely!Take a Zodiac cruise around the island, brimming with a million seabirds, including puffins, guillemots, and gulls, that far outnumber its small human population.Visit resurgent Siglufjörður that, in its heyday, bustled with activity as the centre of the herring fishing industry.Enjoy a wonderful re-enactment at the Herring Era Museum and make some time to pop into the bakery, chocolate factory, brewery, and Icelandic folk music centre, too.Day 5: AkureyriVisit Museums and Botanical GardensImmerse yourself in the charm of Akyureyri, Iceland's second-largest urban area! Opt to walk up the steps of Akyureyri’s monumental Lutheran church for a stunning panoramic view—it will be well worth it!Explore the city’s shops, cafés, and restaurants and enjoy the variety of ten museums for you to choose from.Stroll through Akuyeri’s botanical gardens which are among the northernmost in the world and miraculously grow several thousand plant species.Enhance your journey with an optional excursion to Forest Lagoon. This captivating oasis is nestled in the Valaskógur forest and offers inviting pools, rejuvenating saunas, and a cozy bistro area, overlooking Eyjafjörður, one of Iceland's longest fjords.Day 6: HúsavíkGo Whale WatchingTour Húsavík’s Skjálfandi Bay, known as the whale capital of Iceland.Be sure to bring your binoculars to spot the fifteen different whale species that frequent the area, as well as dolphins and dozens of varieties of birds.Take advantage of Húsavík’s diverse museum offerings, including the Whale Museum, the Húsavík Museum, and the Exploration Museum, which houses artefacts from Apollo astronaut training in the area.Day 7: SeyðisfjörðurWander a Picturesque Community and Visit the Skálanes Nature ReserveEnjoy the chance to explore Seyðisfjörður, nestled at the tip of its namesake fjord.Stroll the picturesque town of 700, known for its flourishing art scene, cobbled rainbow road, and excellent handicrafts, or take one of the numerous opportunities for hiking, including a walk up to Tvísöngur sound sculpture on a nearby hill.Visit nearby Skálanes Nature Reserve, which is family-owned and operated. Learn about the centre’s research and interpretation of Iceland’s environment and cultural history that’s a model for sustainable tourism.Opt to enhance your journey with an optional excursion to Vallanes Organic Farm, where Eymundur Magnússon and Eygló Björk Ólafsdóttir have been organic farming since 1985. Explore their premises with a guided tour, learn about their focus on developing Icelandic grains and vegetables, and savour local products during a tasting.Day 8: Southeast IcelandWitness Beautiful Glaciers and LagoonsSoak in the sights of south Iceland, home to some of the country’s most beautiful natural attractions.Explore a unique mix of volcanoes, lagoons, and glaciers—as well as hot springs, geysers, and spectacular waterfalls—either ashore on foot or by Zodiac cruise.Day 9: Heimaey, Vestmannaeyjar (Westman Islands)Marvel at Volcanic LandscapesLearn about the compelling history of this volcanically active area that has experienced two major eruptions in recent times.1963 saw the formation of the island of Surtsey and the Eldfell eruption ten years later destroyed much of Heimaey, the largest of the Vestmannaeyjars and the only island here that is inhabited.Enjoy a beautiful Zodiac cruise searching for the numerous species of seabirds, including the famous puffin, that nest in the steep rock faces along the ocean cliffs here.Day 10: Reykjavík, IcelandWave a Fond FarewellComplete your journey back in Reykjavík, disembarking in the morning.Take one last chance to explore this special city where food, culture, and nightlife abound.If you have the time, be sure to visit the National Culture House, which preserves treasures like the Poetic Edda and the Norse Sagas in their original manuscripts.

Package Duration: 10 nights Cruise & StayPackage Starts: 2 July 2025 - at Reykjavik hotelCruise Starts: 3 July 2025 - from Reykjavik, IcelandCruise Ends: 12 July 2025, into Reykjavik, IcelandPackage Ends: 12 July 2025 at Reykjavik, Iceland__________________** ALL PRICES IN USD **Earlybird savings! Book before 23rd May 2024 and save up to 20% on your cruise fare.Twin Cat 3 Interior - was US $8695 - Earlybird price: US $6,945*ppTwin Cat 4 Porthole - was US $9995 - Earlybird price: US $7,996*ppTwin Cat 7 Window - was US $12995 - Earlybird price: US $10,396*ppTwin Cat 9 Junior Suite - was US $14995 - Earlybird price: US $11,996*pp** NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT OFFER! While offer lasts, you can book a single sole use category 3 - 7 cabin without any single supplement!___________________HIGHLIGHTS...• Visit Grímsey on the Arctic Circle, home to over a million seabirds and a hundred people • Seek whales off the coast of Húsavík, Iceland`s whale capital • Visit the Vestmannaeyjar islands, home to Eldfell, the youngest volcano in Iceland• Cruise Iceland`s extraordinary fjords and sea cliffs• View spectacular volcanoes, waterfalls, and glaciers_________________ICELAND CIRCUMNAVIGATION 2025 Cruise-Stay package includes:- BONUS free 1 nights accommodation in Reykjavik pre-cruise- 9 night expedition cruise aboard the Ocean Endeavour round trip from Reykjavik including:- The expertise and company of the English speaking Adventure Canada expedition staff- Complimentary expedition wind and water resistant jacket (yours to keep)- Complimentary use of gumboots (loan onboard)- Onboard educational presentations- All shipboard meals, including on deck barbeques & afternoon tea, 24-hour coffee, tea and snacks- Hors d`ouevres & snacks during evening recaps- Zodiac tours and cruises- Port taxes