26-Daagse cruise met de Insignia van [cruiseline] vanuit Reykjavik

Discover this fascinating land where the forces of nature hold sway as you visit the modern capital with its thermally heated outdoor swimming pool, remarkable botanic gardens and folk museum. Explore the starkly beautiful countryside of lava formations, glaciers and incredible waterfalls and the site where the first parliament sat in 930 A.D.

Although remotely located in northwest Iceland and surrounded by ruggedly beautiful fjords, Isafjordur is surprisingly cosmopolitan. The capital of the Westfjords has long been a cultured oasis in the midst of this haunting beauty, fueled by the rewards of being one of Iceland’s largest fishing centers. The first merchants lived in wooden houses now preserved in the Neöstikaupstaöur section of town, which is alive with shops and restaurants. Two museums are of particular interest – the West Fjords Folk Museum for tools and heritage items and the Maritime Museum for a look at the 19th century fishing industry.

Nestled along the shores of one of the most breathtaking fjords in Iceland, Akureyri is the nation’s second largest city and a center of Icelandic folk culture. Visit the museums and art festivals, hike along the extraordinary vistas, or explore the botanical gardens. Also of interest is the most northerly 18-hole golf course in the world.

Stroll through this picturesque fishing town and admire the views from the headland. Take a drive around this stunning, craggy island of majestic waterfalls, beautiful fjords, farms, villages, enigmatic sea stacks and panoramic views of the neighboring islands. Or visit an ancient Viking settlement in a valley of lakes.

Enjoy a taste of the Highlands here in the rugged landscape and heathered moors, the ruined castles, steep cliffs and sea air. Drive through beautiful valleys and flower-filled meadows with romping Shetland ponies to quaint villages like Scalloway with its ruined castle, or explore the fascinating Jarlshof prehistoric site, occupied for more than 4,000 years.

Norway’s medieval capital pays homage to its past with wooden houses and cobbled streets that grace the historic Bryggen area around the wharf. Here the Hanseatic Museum reveals a glimpse of working life in the Middle Ages, and the eerie 13th century Rosenkrantz Tower offers a phenomenal view of the seaport. But Bergen is also contemporary. The modern city stretches inland from the harbor, tempting visitors with attractions such as Bergen Aquarium and Trolls’ Hill, the romantic summer villa of Norwegian composer Edvard Grieg, who is buried on the estate.

“Haugesund is een stad in de gemeente Haugesund in de provincie Rogaland, Noorwegen. De stad ligt in het noordelijke deel van de provincie Rogaland en dient als het belangrijkste bevolkingscentrum van de regio Haugaland.
Fans van geschiedenis en cultuur komen aan hun trekken in deze stad.
De stad biedt ook toegang tot de Rallarvegen, een 80 km lange ventweg, die wordt beschouwd als een populair fietspad. Bezoekers die geïnteresseerd zijn in fietsen, zullen genieten van dit unieke parcours dat langs enkele belangrijke stedelijke toeristische plekken loopt.
Natuurliefhebbers en strandliefhebbers moeten de tijd nemen om te gaan wandelen op de stranden van Karmoy.
Voor een meer plezierige ervaring voor het hele gezin, moeten bezoekers naar het Hoyt and Lavt Climbing Park gaan, wat zich ruwweg vertaalt naar “”hoog en laag””.”

Chosen as the European Capital of Culture in 2008, oil-rich Stavanger lies in southwestern Norway’s stunning fjord region. Old Stavanger has been meticulously preserved with many of its wooden cottages converted into art galleries and boutiques. But it’s the museums that set this cosmopolitan city apart. The Stavanger Museum alone consists of eight buildings exhibiting collections that include maritime, medical and printing artifacts. Outdoor enthusiasts may enjoy walking the nature trails along the banks of nearby Lysefjorden, a classic fjord, or beholding the amazing view of the countryside from Pulpit Rock.

“Kristiansand, de hoofdstad van de zuidelijke kustregio bekend als de Noorse rivièra, heeft de bijnaam ‘Zomerstad’ gekregen.” De golfstroom zorgt voor milde temperaturen en beperkt sneeuw tot een minimum, wat Kristiansand de buitenspeeltuin van Noorwegen maakt.

Zelfs als u slechts een paar uur de tijd heeft, is het door de rasterindeling gemakkelijk de historische plaatsen van Kristiansand te voet te verkennen, zoals Posebyen (de oude stad), die dateert van 1631, en voormalige forten en installaties. Binnen de stadsgrenzen liggen een aantal beboste recreatiegebieden, een vismarkt met uitzicht op de haven en zelfs een zandstrand. De kustlijn is bezaaid met eilanden, rotseilanden en schilderachtige vissersdorpjes en verder weg bevinden zich de hoogtepunten van de regio waaronder Kristiansand Zoo & Amusement Park, de bijzondere stad Lillesand en Setesdal Mineral Park, met glinsterende demonstraties van kristallen en edelstenen.”

“Een van de meest bezochte steden van de planeet en je snapt al snel waarom. De bruisende Engelse hoofdstad heeft het allemaal. Van eeuwenoud erfgoed en hoogstaande cultuur tot eten, drinken, uitgaan en winkelen op wereldniveau.
Veel Londense tours zijn de hoogtepunten, de wisseling van de wacht in Buckingham Palace en de kroonjuwelen in de Tower of London, tot een cruise langs de rivier de Theems en een ritje op de wereldberoemde London Eye, een 443 meter hoge Reuzenrad met panoramisch uitzicht op de hoofdstad. Het is ook een prima startpunt voor excursies op het platteland naar de mysterieuze bouwwerken van Stonehenge en de steden Bath en Stratford-upon-Avon, de geboorteplaats van Shakespeare.”

Rotterdam holds the impressive title of Europe’s largest port and that vibrancy extends throughout the city. To get your bearings, go up the Euromast and Space Tower, the highest point in the Netherlands. Riding a small boat through the many channels and waterways provides another unique perspective. The only truly historic sections are the 17th-century Delfshaven and Oude Haven; the rest of Rotterdam boasts highly contemporary, often whimsical architecture. For a respite, enjoy the Arboretum Trompenburg, a garden oasis of more than 4,000 plants. Art from Dutch and Flemish masters such as Rembrandt can be seen in the Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen.

Overlooking a gorgeous fjord, Norway’s capital and largest city simply radiates with natural beauty and sophistication. Oslo’s rich seafaring history is on display at the Viking Ships Museum, rivaled only by the Kon-Tiki Museum, which holds the balsawood raft that Norwegian adventurer Thor Heyerdahl used to sail from Peru to Polynesia. History aside, Oslo exudes a love of the outdoors in city parks like Vigeland, which is adorned with over 200 life-size sculptures by artist Gustav Vigeland. Much of Oslo is heavily forested with pines, making it one of Europe’s greenest cities.

One look at the abundance of canals and gabled houses in Gothenburg, and it’s clear that the Dutch founded this robust city on the Göta River. That was in 1621, close to the time that mighty Elfsborg Fortress was built at the harbor’s mouth. Touring the citadel is fascinating, as are the 17th-century Crown House, Maritiman ship museum, and Gothenburg Art Museum, with masterpieces from Edvard Munch to Picasso. Gothenburg is one of Sweden’s greenest cities, compliments of parks such as Slottsskogen. For a vibrant atmosphere, walk along Kungsportavenyn, Gothenburg’s main street, which is a hive of cafés, boutiques and plazas.

Kalundborg is a Danish city with a population of 16,268, the main town of the municipality of the same name and the site of its municipal council. It is situated on the northwestern coast of the largest Danish island, Zealand, on the opposite, eastern side of which lies the capital Copenhagen, 110 km away.

Enjoy a scenic drive to the German capital and savor landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate and the glorious Charlottenburg Palace. Stroll down Unter den Linden, see the site of the Berlin Wall and take a boat ride along the city’s canals. Explore on your own and visit one of the many museums. Or discover charming Warnemünde and its lovely Gothic church, market square and seaside promenade.

Largely rebuilt after World War II, Rønne still feels historic because even the new buildings reflect the older architecture. As a result, walking from more modern areas into the charming Old Town (Gamle Stan) is less noticeable. Don’t miss the 14th-century St. Nicholas Church, one of the more historic buildings on Bornholm Island, or the massive round-tower castle and its fascinating military museum in the south of Rønne. To better understand the island’s seafaring and natural history, visit Bornholm Museum.

Enjoy the lovely countryside beyond the towered walls and take in the view of this former Hanseatic League town before exploring its narrow, winding lanes, marvelous ruined medieval churches and impressive St. Mary’s Cathedral. Or visit an intriguing Bronze Age burial in the midst of farmland and take in the cliff-top view of the precipitous coastline.

Admire the city’s stunning modern architecture, visit its lovely parks and bustling open-air market. Take a harbor cruise past forests, beaches, villas and a ruined Suomenlinna fortress that spans five islands. Or visit historic, colorful Porvoo, Finland’s second oldest town.

Step back in time as you walk through this beautifully preserved medieval town and discover its upper and lower levels, the guild houses, the churches and squares, the famous apothecary shop and the exquisite town hall. See delightful parks, Baroque palaces and a ruined 15th century convent. Or visit a lovely recreated rural Estonian village by the sea.

Spend a marvelous day discovering this lovely city and its beautiful buildings. Visit the charming Old Town, medieval Gamla Stan, the elegant royal palace, the wonderful parks and the impressive Vasa, the magnificently restored 17th century warship that sank in the harbor on her maiden voyage.

See another side of this lovely city with a cruise along its charming canals. Visit the quaint old harbor at Nyhavn and beautiful Rosenborg Castle and, of course, the famed statue of the Little Mermaid. Or venture into the countryside and enjoy its panoramic vistas, fairy tale castles and the village of Fredensborg.