COSTA FAVOLOSA with SCANDINAVIA & LONG NORWEGIAN FJORDS - MAY
DAY 1 ISTANBUL AIRPORT - HAMBURG
Meet at Istanbul Airport Terminal 2 at 04:30 am. After check-in procedures, we depart for Hamburg on Turkish Airlines flight TK1661 at 07:00. We arrive in Hamburg at 09:10 local time and transfer to our ship at the Hamburg port. After check-in and luggage procedures on MSC EURIBIA, we settle into our cabins and then have free time. Our guide will give a brief introduction to the ship and our tours after the embarkation. You can enjoy the ship until dinner. The ship departs the port at 19:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
DAY 2 SEA DAY
This day will be spent at sea, offering many options. You can enjoy the open and indoor pools, Jacuzzis, sunbathing areas. Shopping at duty-free stores, trying your luck in the casino, or enjoying various music and entertainment at dozens of bars. A variety of dining options will also be available all day.
DAY 3 HAUGESUND
Our ship docks at Haugesund port at 08:00. After breakfast, we depart with a private vehicle for the "Haugesund Waterfall Tour." We travel approximately 1.5 hours to Akrafjord from the port, where Langfoss Waterfall is located, known as one of the world's top 10 waterfalls by National Geographic and CNN. The waterfall is surrounded by lush forested slopes and emerald green waters during summer, offering stunning visual scenes. After experiencing the power of Langfoss, we return to Haugesund. The ship departs at 17:00.
DAY 4 MÅLØY
Our ship docks at Maloy port at 10:00. After breakfast, we depart with a private vehicle for the "Måløy Walking Tour." We explore the harbor, walk to the city center, and discover the natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere of this charming Baltic seaside town. We visit the Måløy Bridge, capture photos, and stroll through local shops, cafes, and traditional Norwegian houses. Return to the ship; it departs at 20:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
DAY 5 HELLESYLT – GEIRANGER
Our ship docks at Hellesylt at 08:30. After breakfast, we depart with a private vehicle for the “Hellesylt & Geiranger Tour.” Starting at the end of the Storfjord fjord, the two charming villages are important cruise destinations with about 180 ships visiting annually. We visit Hellesylt Waterfall, the former postal route, and cross the Hamiletre and ancient stone bridges. We proceed to Hornindal Lake, the deepest in Europe, and make a stop there. Next, we visit Stryn, a lively city favored by the royal family for fishing, and see the stone bridge. We also visit Djupvatnet Lake, and from Dalsnibba mountain (1476 m high), enjoy panoramic views if the weather permits. Finally, we stop at Flydal Viewpoint to photograph Geiranger Fjord. The ship departs at 20:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
DAY 6 MOLDE
Our ship docks at Molde at 08:00. After breakfast, we go on a "Molde City Tour" with a private vehicle. We explore Trollstigen Mountain Road, famous for its steep curves, with breathtaking views at Trollstigen Viewpoint. We see Stigfossen Waterfall, and then visit the Molde outdoor museum, Molde Cathedral, and the Molde Royal Garden. Return to the ship; it departs at 17:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
DAY 7 NORDFJORD
Our ship arrives at Nordfjord at 08:00. After breakfast, we depart by private vehicle for "Olden Village & Briksdal Glacier Tour." We visit the small wooden church, Floen, and Olden lakes. We head to Briksdal Glacier for a walk of about 40 minutes, marveling at lakes, waterfalls, and mountain scenery. Photos and experiences await here. The ship departs at 17:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
DAY 8 FLAM
Our ship arrives at Flam port at 08:00. After breakfast, we depart with a private vehicle for the "Magnificent Flam Fjord & Gudvangen & Tvinde Waterfall Tour." We visit Tvindefossen Waterfall, known as the twin waterfall, and then Gudvangen, a scenic village considered “place of the gods.” We also stop at Stegastein Viewpoint to appreciate the stunning vistas, and at Grimsetelvi for more scenic photography before returning to Flam. Before leaving Norway’s last port, you will have time for shopping for tax-free items, warm Norwegian down jackets, Omega-3 supplements, and souvenirs. The ship departs at 18:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
DAY 9 ÅLESUND
Our ship docks at Ålesund at 08:30. After breakfast, we depart with a private vehicle for the "Trollstigen and Ålesund Panoramic Tour." We visit the beautiful scenic regions outside Ålesund, including Stordal and its Rose Church (built in 1789), Valldal known for strawberries, and the narrow 5-meter-deep and 20-25 meter-wide Gudbrandsjuvet Gorge. We cross the Trollstigen mountain road, enjoying the breathtaking views of the King, Queen, and Bishop mountains, as well as Stigfossen Waterfall. We also see the Troll Wall / Trollveggen, Europe's highest vertical rock face. We return to Ålesund and explore the city with a panoramic tour. The ship departs at 14:30. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
DAY 10 SEA DAY
This day is at sea, with many options. Enjoy pools, Jacuzzis, sunbathing areas, shopping, casino, live music, and entertainment. Various dining options are available throughout the day.
DAY 11 HAMBURG – ISTANBUL AIRPORT
Our ship arrives at Hamburg port at 08:00. After breakfast, we disembark and depart for a "Hamburg City Tour" with a private vehicle. Hamburg is located at the confluence of the Elbe, Alster, and Bille rivers, and is separated from the North Sea and Baltic Sea by the Jutland Peninsula. The city center is around Binnenalster and Aussenalster lakes, connected by over 2,302 bridges, and has the second-largest port in Europe. Key sights include the Hamburg Philharmonic Hall, St. Michaelis Church, Binnen and Aussenalster lakes, Elbe River, St. Pauli with the Reeperbahn, Fish Market, and the City Hall with its impressive architecture. After free time for shopping and dining, we transfer to the airport. Check-in and depart on Turkish Airlines flight TK1664 at 18:25. Arrive at Istanbul Airport at 22:40 local time. End of the tour.