*ALL TOURS INCLUDED* MSC EURIBIA WITH SCANDINAVIA & NORWAY FJORDS PRICES
DAY 01 ISTANBUL AIRPORT – HAMBURG – KIEL
Meet at Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal at 04:30. After check-in procedures, we depart to Hamburg on Turkish Airlines flight TK1661 at 07:00. Arriving in Hamburg at 09:10 local time, we transfer to our ship at Kiel port. After check-in and baggage procedures aboard MSC EURIBIA, we settle into our cabins and enjoy some free time. Our guide will hold a briefing about the ship and the tours after port entry. You can enjoy the ship until dinner. The ship departs from the port at 19:00. Dinner and overnight onboard.
DAY 02 COPENHAGEN
Our ship will dock at Copenhagen port at 08:00 in the morning. After breakfast, our private vehicle awaits for us for a “Copenhagen City Tour”. Denmark’s capital, Copenhagen, is located on the island of Zealand, the largest island in the country. The Amalienborg Palace, still the residence of the royal family today, is a notable landmark. Copenhagen is known for its high living standards and vibrant nightlife. It is considered one of the top five most livable cities in the world. Highlights of our city tour include the symbol of Copenhagen, the Little Mermaid statue, Amalienborg, Christiansborg Palace, Rosenborg Palace, Gefion Fountain, Tivoli Gardens, the independent hippie neighborhood of Christiania, and Nyhavn. Afterwards, free time at Nyhavn, the “New Harbor”. We return to the ship, which departs at 18:00. Dinner and overnight onboard.
DAY 03 SEMI-SEA DAY
This day will be spent at sea, and our ship offers many options. Those interested can use 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 events at numerous bars. A variety of dining options will also be available throughout the day.
DAY 04 HELLESYLT/GEIRANGER
Our ship will dock at Hellesylt port at 09:00 in the morning. After breakfast, we board our private vehicle for the “Hellesylt & Geiranger Tour”. These are the two enchanting villages at the fork at the end of Storfjord, once northern postal ports, now among Norway’s most popular cruise ports due to their accessibility. Our tour begins with a visit to the Hellesylt Waterfall. We will visit the scenic viewpoint overlooking the fjord and photograph the breathtaking scenery. Next, we see the Hamile Transport and the 19th-century stone bridge. Then, we go to Hornindal Lake, Norway’s deepest lake, for a stop. Afterward, we visit Stryn, one of the region’s most lively towns, popular with royalty for fishing. After seeing the Stordal’s Grape Church (built in 1789), free time for shopping and dining. Next, we stop at Dalsnibba, 1476 meters high, and if the weather permits, the terrace offers spectacular views. Then, we visit the Flydal Viewpoint for panoramic views of Geiranger Fjord. After the tour, we return to our ship. The ship departs at 21:00. Dinner and overnight onboard.
DAY 05 Alesund
Our ship will arrive at Alesund port at 07:00 in the morning. After breakfast, our private vehicle will take us for “Trollstigen and Alesund Panorama Tour”. The pickup point will take us from the outskirts of Ålesund to the land of trolls. The region of Møre og Romsdal is famous for its furniture industry. The route through Sjøholt, along Storfjord, takes us past Stordal and the Gilt Church (built in 1789) towards Valldal, known for its delicious strawberries. Our next stop is at Gudbrandsjuvet, a narrow gorge 5 meters wide and 20-25 meters deep, offering stunning views. We cross a bridge over the gorge. From there, we head to Trollstigen, passing through the Reinheimen National Park. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the Troll Path, with its dramatic switchbacks and the Stigfossen waterfall. As we descend, we will stop for photos at a viewing point. Next, we visit Trollveggen, the highest vertical cliff in Europe. We then return to Ålesund and do a panoramic city tour. Afterwards, we return to the ship, which departs at 17:00. Dinner and overnight onboard.
DAY 06 FLÅM
Our ship will dock at Flåm port at 07:00 in the morning. After breakfast, our private vehicle awaits for us to commence the “Spectacular Flåm Fjord & Gudvangen & Tvinnefossen Waterfall Tour”. This tour features Norway’s famous waterfalls, including the twin waterfalls known as Tvinnefossen. We visit Gudvangen, a picturesque village with a scenic road and breathtaking views, known as the meeting point of the gods. We also visit Stegastein viewpoint for spectacular vistas, and stop at Grimsetelvi for pictures of the natural beauty. We return to Flam, passing through scenic landscapes. Before departing, you will have time for shopping at duty-free stores selling Norwegian down jackets, Omega-3 fish oils, and souvenirs. Our ship departs at 18:00. Dinner and overnight onboard.
DAY 07 SEA DAY
This day will be spent at sea, with many options available onboard. Guests can enjoy outdoor and indoor pools, jacuzzis, sunbathing decks. Shopping in duty-free shops, trying their luck in the casino, or enjoying live music and entertainment at various bars. A variety of dining options will be available throughout the day.
DAY 08 KIEL/HAMBURG – ISTANBUL AIRPORT
Our ship will dock at Kiel port at 09:00 in the morning. After breakfast, we complete disembarkation procedures and transfer to Hamburg for a “Hamburg City Tour”. Hamburg is located in northern Germany, on the Jutland Peninsula, bordering the North Sea and the Baltic Sea. The city is situated at the confluence of the Elbe, Alster, and Bille Rivers. Hamburg's city center is built around the Binnenalster and Aussenalster lakes. The city boasts 2,302 bridges, connecting canals and streets. The Port of Hamburg, one of the largest in Europe, is a major international trade hub. Hamburg is also known as a “green city” with numerous parks. Highlights include the Hamburg Philharmonic Hall, St. Michael's Church, Binnen- and Aussenalster lakes, the Elbe River, the Reeperbahn nightlife district, the Fish Auction Hall, the Port area, and the impressive City Hall. After free time for shopping and dining, we head to the airport. Check-in and boarding procedures will be completed, and we depart to Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK1664 at 18:25. We arrive at Istanbul Airport at 22:40 local time. This concludes our tour.