Copenhagen, Hellesylt, Geiranger, Bergen, Stavanger, Kiel

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.

The small town of Hellesylt, on the southwest coast of Norway is the gateway to the scenic wonders of the Geirangerfjord district. Visitors are enchanted by this old Viking port, which is surrounded by a dramatic landscape also offers stunning vistas of mountains, waterfalls and fast-flowing rivers teeming with salmon, an impressive scenery that inspired Henrik Ibsen’s play "Brand". At over 4000 feet above sea level, the summit of Mt. Dalsnibba offers dramatic views that stretch from Jostedalsbreen National Park to the waters of Geirangerfjord.

On the glorious Geirangerfjord, one of Norway's most impressive sights, Geiranger is the picture-perfect fjord town and the jewel in the crown of the Norwegian fjords, surrounded by dramatic landscapes. Dalsnibba is one of Geiranger’s main attractions and is a very popular mountain top with visitors to the area. From the Dalsnibba plateau there is a breath-taking view across the most beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Site, nestled in the surrounding mountain landscape with Geirangerfjorden right in the middle. In town, you can do some souvenir shopping or taste local delicacies at the small restaurants.

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. 

The biggest city of Rogaland county is very conveniently located in the south-western corner of Norway and forms the shortcut to the Norwegian fjords. The Stavanger region claims to be the cradle of the Vikings. Having been European Capital of Culture in 2008 has added extra cultural dimensions to “The Petroleum Capital of Norway”, another title that Stavanger holds, as it is considered the center of the oil industry in Norway. Cruise ships dock in the very city center, near the oldest part of the town, so, take a short walk to see the the main square and social hub,  the bronge statue of Nobelist Alexander Kielland (1849-1906), the lovely cathedral and the charming historic area Gamle, with its cobbled pedestrian streets and colorful collection of 18th- and 19th-century wooden structures, Stavanger domkirke (St. Svithun's cathedral) and the Norwegian Petroleum Museum (Norskolje Museum).The best views of Stavanger and the surrounding area are to be had from Vålandshaug hill (85 m).

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.