COSTA FAVOLOSA INSKANDINAVIA & LONG NORWAY FJORDS - MAY
1st DAY ISTANBUL AIRPORT - HAMBURG
We meet at 04:30 at Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal, then complete our check-in procedures. Afterwards, we depart from Istanbul with Turkish Airlines flight TK1661 at 07:00 to Hamburg. We arrive in Hamburg at 09:10 local time, then transfer to our ship at Hamburg port. After check-in and baggage procedures, we settle into our cabins and then enjoy free time. Our guide will give a presentation about the ship and our tours after the cruise entry. You can enjoy the ship until dinner. The ship will depart from the port at 19:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
2nd DAY SEA DAY
This day will be spent at sea, and our ship will offer many activities. Those interested can enjoy the outdoor and indoor pools, jacuzzis, sunbathing areas. You can shop at duty-free stores, try your luck in the casino, or enjoy various music and entertainment at dozens of bars. A variety of dining options will also be available all day.
3rd DAY HAUGESUND
Our ship docks at Haugesund port at 08:00 in the morning. After breakfast, our special vehicle will take us for the "Haugesund Waterfall Tour." From the port, we depart with a private bus to Akrafjord, 1.5 hours away, to see Langfoss Waterfall. Akrafjord is 32 km long and 650 meters deep, hosting Langfoss, one of the top 10 waterfalls in the world as selected by National Geographic and CNN. During the summer, its emerald-green water and surrounding forested slopes offer a visual feast. After experiencing the powerful energy of Langfoss and the beautiful scenery, we return to the ship. The ship departs at 17:00.
4th DAY MÅLOY
Our ship docks at Måløy port at 10:00 in the morning. After breakfast, our private vehicle will take us for the "Måløy Walking Tour." From the ship, we walk a few minutes to the city center through the harbor, exploring the natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere. We will visit the Måløy Bridge, with a short walk along the coast underneath, taking photos of the bridge. Then we visit the local culture center and nearby small parks, strolling among boutique shops, cafes, and traditional Norwegian houses. After the tour, we return to the ship, which departs at 20:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
5th DAY HELLESYLT – GEIRANGER
Our ship arrives at Hellesylt at 08:30. After breakfast, our private vehicle will take us for the “Hellesylt & Geiranger Tour.” Starting at the end of the Storfjord fjord at the two charming villages, once important postal ports, now popular cruise destinations with about 180 port visits annually. We begin with a visit to Hellesylt Waterfall. Then we move to Hornindal Lake, the deepest in Europe, for a stop. Next, we visit the lively town of Stryn, known for fishing and scenic beauty, where we see the old stone bridge and enjoy free time for shopping and cafes. Afterward, we stop at Djupvatnet Lake and the Dalsnibba Mountain at 1476 meters high for panoramic views, weather permitting. We also will stop at Flydal Viewpoint to photograph Geiranger Fjord. The ship departs at 20:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
6th DAY MOLDE
Our ship arrives at Molde port at 08:00. After breakfast, our private vehicle will take us for the "Molde City Tour." We will visit Trollstigen Mountain Road, famous for its steepness and sharp turns, crossing impressive landscapes and reaching the Trollstigen Viewpoint with stunning vistas. We also see Stigfossen Waterfall along the road. Afterwards, we visit the open-air Romsdal Museum, Molde Cathedral, and the Royal Gardens of Molde. We return to the ship, which departs at 17:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
7th DAY NORDFJORD
Our ship docks at Nordfjord port at 08:00. After breakfast, our private vehicle will take us on the "Olden Town & Briksdal Glacier Tour." We leave Olden, see the small red church, and enjoy views of Floen and Olden lakes on the way to Briksdal. We will then walk approximately 40 minutes to the famous Briksdal Glacier, surrounded by waterfalls and mountain scenery. The glacier lake and the glacier itself will be perfect photo opportunities. The ship departs at 17:00. Dinner and overnight.
8th DAY FLAM
Our ship arrives at Flam port at 08:00. After breakfast, our private vehicle will take us on the “Magnificent Flam Fjord & Gudvangen & Tvinde Waterfall Tour.” First, we visit Tvindefossen, one of Norway’s most famous twin waterfalls. Then, we visit Gudvangen, known as the “meeting place of the gods,” with scenic views and the Stegastein viewpoint. We take photos at Grimsetelvi and return to Flam. Before leaving, you will have time for shopping in the small shops selling Norwegian winter jackets, omega-3 oils, and souvenirs. The ship departs at 18:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
9th DAY ÅLESUND
Our ship arrives at Ålesund port at 08:30. After breakfast, our private vehicle will take us on the "Trollstigen and Ålesund Panorama Tour." We travel from the meeting point through a scenic route, passing through Sjøholt and Valldal, known for strawberries. We visit the Gudbrandsjuvet Gorge and cross the Trollstigen mountain road with its 11 sharp turns and stunning views. We also stop to see Troll Wall / Trollveggen, Europe's highest vertical cliff. Returning to Ålesund, we do a panoramic city tour. The ship departs at 14:30. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
10th DAY SEA DAY
This day will be spent on sea, with many activities offered aboard. Options include pools, jacuzzis, sunbathing areas, shopping, casino, music, and entertainment. Several dining options are available throughout the day.
11th DAY HAMBURG – ISTANBUL AIRPORT
Our ship arrives at Hamburg port at 08:00. After breakfast, we disembark and take our vehicle for a “Hamburg City Tour.” Hamburg, located on the Elbe, Alster, and Bille rivers at the mouth of the North Sea and Baltic Sea, is Germany’s second-largest port and an important international trading hub. The city has over 2,300 bridges and is known for its canals, green parks, and architecture. In the tour, you’ll see the Hamburg Philharmonic Hall, St. Michaelis Church, Binnen and Außenalster lakes, Elbe River, the St. Pauli district with the Reeperbahn red-light district, the Fish Market, and the City Hall. After leisure time for shopping and dining, we head to the airport. After check-in, we fly on Turkish Airlines flight TK1664 at 18:25 to Istanbul. We arrive at Istanbul Airport at 22:40 local time. The tour concludes.