Day 01 ISTANBUL AIRPORT – HAMBURG – KIEL
We meet at Istanbul Airport's international terminal at 04:30, then proceed with the check-in process. Afterward, we depart for Hamburg on Turkish Airlines flight TK1661 at 07:00. We arrive in Hamburg at 09:10 local time, followed by a transfer to our ship at the Kiel port. After checking in and handling luggage at the MSC EURIBIA ship, we settle into our cabins and then enjoy some leisure time. Our guide will hold an orientation meeting about the ship and our tours after boarding, and you can enjoy the ship until dinner time. Our ship will set sail from the port at 19:00. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 02 COPENHAGEN
Our ship will dock at Copenhagen port at 08:00 in the morning. After breakfast, we will depart in our private vehicle for a "Copenhagen City Tour". The capital of Denmark, Copenhagen, is located on the largest island, Zealand. Famous for the Amalienborg Palace, which is still the residence of the royal family today, Copenhagen is also known for its vibrant nightlife and is described as one of the five best cities to live in the world. On our city tour, we will visit the iconic 'Little Mermaid', Amelienborg, Christianborg, and Rosenborg Palaces, Gefion Fountain, Tivoli Gardens, the Autonomous Hippie Neighborhood, and 'Christiana'. Following this, we will have free time at the city center Nyhavn (New Harbor). After the tour, we will return to our ship. Our ship will leave the port at 18:00. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 03 AT SEA
This day will be spent at sea, with our ship offering many alternatives. Those who wish can enjoy the open and closed pools, jacuzzis, and sunbathing areas on the ship. Those interested can shop at duty-free stores, try their luck at the casino, or enjoy various music and entertainment in numerous bars. Throughout the day, different dining options will also await you.
Day 04 HELLESYLT/GEIRANGER
Our ship will dock at Hellesylt port at 09:00 in the morning. After breakfast, we will depart in our private vehicle for the "Hellesylt & Geiranger Tour". Two charming villages at the fork at the end of Storfjord. Once northern mail ports in the past, today, they welcome an average of 180 ships annually, making them popular cruise ports in northern Norway. Our tour starts by greeting the Hellesylt Waterfall... Originally a postal route heading north, it's now a tourist hub. First, we will go to a viewpoint to see the Hellesylt fjord and take photos of the fjord. Then we will head to our first stop, the stone bridge from the 1800s and Hamle rock. Next, we will go to Norway's deepest lake, Lake Hornindal, and take a break there. After hitting the road again, we will stop in Stryn, one of the region's liveliest cities, known for its royal family's fishing trips. After seeing the stone bridge, you will be given free time for shopping and coffee/lunch. After a break at Djupvatnet Lake, you will be amazed by the view from Dalsnibba, at an elevation of 1,476 meters, if the weather is good. Next, we will stop at the Flydal viewing platform to photograph the Geiranger fjord. After our tour, we will return to the ship. Our ship will depart from the port at 21:00. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 05 ÅLESUND
Our ship will dock at Ålesund port at 07:00 in the morning. After breakfast, we will depart in our private vehicle for the "Trollstigen and Ålesund Panoramic Tour". The bus will take you from the meeting point through the beautiful area outside Ålesund to the land of trolls. This part of Møre og Romsdal is especially famous for its furniture industry. The road from Sjøholt along Storfjord will take you through Stordal and its Rose Church (built in 1789) to Valldal, known for its delicious strawberries. The next stop will be the breathtaking Gudbrandsjuvet, a narrow gorge that is 5 meters wide and 20-25 meters deep, where you can walk over a bridge from one side to the other. From there, the bus will take us to the Trollstigen plateau in the Reinheimen National Park. Enjoy the magnificent views of the King, Queen, and Bishop mountains, as well as the Stigfossen waterfall. While descending from the Troll Road, the driver will safely navigate the 11 sharp turns. At the base of the Troll Road, there will be an additional photo stop for capturing the best shots of Stigfossen. Next, we will visit the Troll Wall, the highest vertical rock face in Europe. After this stop, it will be time to return to Ålesund. We will then complete our panoramic city tour of Ålesund. After the tour, we will return to our ship. Our ship will depart from the port at 17:00. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 06 FLÅM
Our ship will dock at Flåm port at 07:00 in the morning. After breakfast, we will depart in our private vehicle for the "Wonderful Flåm Fjord & Gudvangen & Tvinde Waterfall Tour". After breakfast on board, in this tour where you will feel as if you are wandering through postcard-perfect views, the first destination is Tvindefossen, one of Norway's most famous waterfalls, often referred to as the "twin waterfall." Our next stops will be Gudvangen, which means "meeting place of the gods," the scenic route with its breathtaking views, and the Stegastein viewpoint. In our pleasant and scenic stop at Grimsetelvi, we will photograph the stunning nature before returning to Flåm. At the end of the tour, before departing from our last port in Norway, you will have time for ample shopping at stores where you can find lightly filled Norweigian jackets, Omega-3 fish oils, and many other souvenirs while also receiving tax refunds. Our ship will depart from the port at 18:00. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 07 AT SEA
This day will be spent at sea, with our ship offering many alternatives. Those who wish can enjoy the open and closed pools, jacuzzis, and sunbathing areas on the ship. Those interested can shop at duty-free stores, try their luck at the casino, or enjoy various music and entertainment in numerous bars. Throughout the day, different dining options will also await you.
Day 08 KIEL/HAMBURG – ISTANBUL AIRPORT
Our ship will dock at Kiel port at 09:00. After our breakfast, we will complete the disembarkation procedures and set off for the "Hamburg City Tour" in our vehicle that is waiting for us. Located at the southern tip of the Jutland Peninsula, which separates the North Sea and the Baltic Sea in northern Germany, Hamburg lies at the intersection of the Elbe, Alster, and Bille Rivers. The city's center is established around the Binnenalster and Aussenalster Lakes. The city has 2,302 bridges that connect its waterways. Hamburg Port, which stretches inland from the North Sea, is the second-largest port in Europe and one of the most important international trade centers. With numerous parks, Hamburg is one of the top five "Green Cities" in the world. On our tour, we will see the Elbphilharmonie Concert Hall, the famous St. Michaelis Church in Northern Germany, the Binnen and Aussenalster lakes, the Elbe River, St. Pauli (also known as the Red Light District), Reeperbahn, the Fish Market, the port area, and one of the most interesting sites, the magnificent Town Hall with its stunning architecture. After free time for shopping and meals, we will head to the airport. After our check-in procedures, we will depart for Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK1664 at 18:25. We will arrive at Istanbul Airport at 22:40 local time. End of the tour.