Hamburg, Alesund, Bergen, Olden, Haugesund, Copenhagen, Kristiansand, Oslo, Skagen, Halong bay

At the port of Hamburg, in the heart of the city, ships from around the world are bound. The city with the numerous bridges is a city full of contrasts that provides visitors with art and culture, theater and entertainment of high quality, unique shopping opportunities, lively nightlife and countless historical sites.

Ålesund is a picturesque fishing port at the mouth of Stor Fjord located between Bergen and Trondheim in the district of Sunnmøre and is the gateway to the surrounding fjords- Geirangefjord and Hjørundfjord- and the stunning Sunnmøre Alps. A massive fire, which burst in 1904, destroyed 800 buildings in this fishing port, which was reborn with the support of Germany's Kaiser Wilhelm II and rebuilt in the then-popular Art Nouveau style, known as Jugendstil. The result is one of the prettiest ports in Norway, boasting llovely buildings with medieval facades, elegant turrets and spires along the streets of the city center. Today, it is still one of Norway's most important fishing harbors and the world's largest supplier of Klipfish - dried cod. Your walk will lead you through Gågata pedstrial way, canalι Brosundet and Aalesunds Museum, while Aksla hill in the heart of the city (a mere 418 step climb if you are feeling mildly energetic!), offers a great panoramic view.

Beautiful Bergen is the second largest city in Norway and "Gateway to the fjord country". It overlooks the amazing Byfjorden and is surrounded by steep, forested mountains. This lively university town, was founded on an old Viking settlement in the year 1070 and has a proud history and many interesting cultural monuments. It is a designated World Heritage City and its area Bryggen (the Wharf) with its 61 "wooden buildings, houses museums, shops, restaurants and pubs is also listed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. If you have time, don't miss the Fløibanen funicular ride up to Fløyen (320 m above sea level), which offers the best panorama, on a clear day. Bergen is a popular cruise destination and the leading cruise port in Norway, with around 330 cruise ship calls bringing more than 450,000 cruise passengers per year. 

Olden is a village of Stryn, Norway, located on the southern shore of the Nordfjorden. Olden is a major tourist area and its cruise port has many arrivals every year. It’s worth visiting the Briksdalsbreen glacier, a popular hiking destination.

Haugesund is a town in Rogaland county, Norway. The town is situated on a strategically important sound, the Karmsundet.

At the port of Hamburg, in the heart of the city, ships from around the world are bound. The city with the numerous bridges is a city full of contrasts that provides visitors with art and culture, theater and entertainment of high quality, unique shopping opportunities, lively nightlife and countless historical sites.

Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark, was founded in the 12th century and owes much of its charm to the buildings erected by Denmark's monarchs, boasting a treasure trove of late-Renaissance and Rococo architecture. Built on a series of islands and islets, it is laced with graceful canals and boasts some of the most delightful architecture in Northern Europe. During your visit, you will see the fabled statue of Hans Christian Andersen's Little Mermaid, a symbol of the city that keeps a thoughtful watch on the harbor, stroll along the old harbor of Nyhavn, lined with cafés, restaurants and 500-year-old gabled houses, browse the superb shops on the world-famous Stroget or view the Rococo palaces lining Amalienborg Square. Best of all, savor the taste of local delicacies while wandering the paths of Tivoli Gardens, one of Europe's most celebrated pleasure gardens.

Kristiansund, the city of flowers and culture, is the capital of Southern Norway, located between the metropolises of Stavanger and Oslo. It is the country's fifth-largest city, a town of commerce, festivals and natural beauty, a city with a rich history, also known as the Klipfish (dried, salted cod) and the opera town. Beautifully situated on four islands at the edge of the ocean, Kristiansund has a spectacular harbor, an intimate, colorful and convivial town that is perfect for day trips. The access to the city center with the fish market "Fiskebrygga" and old town “Posebyen” is easy. During your walk, you will pass a 17th-century fortress, and a public beach.The town has a wide range of attractions such as the Atlantic Road, only 30 min by bus, ranked the world’s best road trip by the British newspaper ‘The Guardian’. The road, 8,3 kms long, zigzags across bridges and skerries, bringing you right out to the edge of the Atlantic Ocean!

Norway 's capital lies at the head of the Oslofjord, surrounded by green – two-thirds of the city is protected forest. It is the biggest city and capital since 1814, hosting the seat of the Government (Stortinget) and the Royal Palace (Slottet). Take a walk through the central city and visit the newly opened Astrup Fearnley Museum of Modern Art, and in the other direction the award-winning Oslo Opera House. Among its highlights, is the Akershus Castle, constructed in 1290 during the reign of King Haakon V (1299–1319), the Viking Ship Museum, the Kon-Tiki, the Fram Ship-Museum and the most impressive Vigeland park, the largest open - air museum by a single artist, 3 kms west from the centre. Walk along the bustling Aker Brygge and enjoy lunch, dinner or a drink, in the many cafe bars and restaurants there. From the port you can see the City Hall and the Nobel Peace Center.

Skagen is the northenmost point in Denmark, offering fascinating nature, 65 km long, white, sandy beaches backed by dunes, authentic danish and scandinavian culture. Several cruisers dock at the harbour every year and ”Grenen” - the scenic end point of the dunes where two beaches and the two parts of the North Sea, the Kattegat and the Skagerrak, meet, is passed by more than 100.000 ships annually.The light in the area has long attracted artists and the results of the area’s inspiration can be seen in the Skagen Museum and in local shops filled with pottery and glassware. Among the highlights of the area, are the Lighthouse that dates back in 1850, St Laurence Tilsandede kirke, the Natural History Museum and the Old Town Gammel Skagen, which offers a dramatic sunset viewpoint.

Ha Long Bay (also "Halong Bay") is located in northern Vietnam, east of Hanoi. The emerald waters of the bay are dotted with tiny islands with lush vegetation. Towering limestone pillars rise from the sea. This mystical seascape has given the city its name which means “'where the dragon descends into the sea”. This breathtaking scenery has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and makes Ha Long Bay the most outstanding attraction in Vietnam.

At the port of Hamburg, in the heart of the city, ships from around the world are bound. The city with the numerous bridges is a city full of contrasts that provides visitors with art and culture, theater and entertainment of high quality, unique shopping opportunities, lively nightlife and countless historical sites.