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8 Night Reykjavik to Edinburgh Cruise

World Traveller

Category SSF - Seven Seas Suite Forward
Seven Seas Suite (Forward)

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8 Night Reykjavik to Edinburgh Cruise from Reykjavik

Ship: World Traveller

Cruise Line: Atlas Ocean Voyages

Sailed: Monday, Sep 18, 2023 from Reykjavik, Iceland

Ended: Tuesday, Sep 26, 2023

The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Monday, Sep 18, 2023 departure of the World Traveller. If Atlas Ocean Voyages modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.

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Itinerary

Day by Day Summary and Map

Day 1 - Monday - Sep 18, 2023

Reykjavik, Iceland

Depart: 6:00 pm

In the southwest of Iceland near Faxafloi Bay lies the capital of the country, Reykjavik, simultaneously cosmopolitan and charming. On the horizon beyond the colorful houses, the Northern Lights may cast a mesmerizing spell that will make you want to stay forever. Kaleidoscopic views await you at the Harpa Concert Hall, a glittering, glass structure that perfectly exemplifies Iceland's modern design and will fascinate your inner architect. One of Iceland's most prominent landmarks is Perlan, originally a group of hot water tanks that was converted to a building that now hosts an exhibition, planetarium, restaurant, and observation deck, located atop Oskjuhlid hill.

Day 2 - Tuesday - Sep 19, 2023

Isafjordur, Iceland

Arrive: 8:00 am

Depart: 5:30 pm

Amid the enchanting Westfjords of Iceland stands Isafjordur, a fishing town thriving with local energy and culture. Summer months here are brisk, but it's this cool climate combined with breathtaking and quaint scenery that makes the village feel like an undiscovered treasure. The massive depression among the flat-topped mountains called Naustahvilft - known colloquially as the troll seat - combines Iceland's natural beauty with the town's rich folklore. Make a stop at Dokkan Brugghus, the only brewery in the entire Westfjords, and sample the local beers, crafted with naturally filtered spring water from the nearby mountains. For those for whom the sea's siren call beckons, you must visit the Westfjord History Museum, based on Isafjordur's maritime heritage and its rise in the fishing industry.

Day 3 - Wednesday - Sep 20, 2023

Akureyri, Iceland

Arrive: 7:30 am

Depart: 5:00 pm

A rich folklore culture abounds in Akureyri, put on full display during the city's festivals throughout the year. Inland, only 50 kilometers south of the Arctic Circle, is the Akureyri Botanical Garden, a remarkable sight with brightly colored flowers and lush greenery. The iconic Akureyrarkirkja (or The Church of Akureyri) designed by architect Gudjon Samuelsson resembles more a 1920s U.S. skyscraper, but within its walls stands an impressive 3,200-pipe organ. Among the local favorite eating spots is Greifinn, a modern restaurant serving a mix of fare from classic burgers to pasta to Tex-Mex to salted fish pizza (to honor Iceland's roots).

Day 4 - Thursday - Sep 21, 2023

Seydisfjordur, Iceland

Arrive: 9:00 am

Depart: 3:00 pm

The tiny, picturesque village of Seydisfjordur is the pearl of Iceland. A town of just 700 people, it is hidden at the innermost point of the fjord of the same name. In the valley above town, the river Fjardara cascades over the hill down to the lagoon at the head of the fjord to create several beautiful waterfalls. Throughout the scenic village you'll also find well-preserved, old wooden buildings, an enticing subject for photography as you walk down Rainbow Street.

Day 5 - Friday - Sep 22, 2023

At Sea

Spend the day on the high seas pampering yourself at the spa or enjoying some time on deck. Mingle with your fellow explorers and swap stories of your exploits, making plans for new ones together once you get to shore.

Day 6 - Saturday - Sep 23, 2023

Torshavn, Faroe Islands

Arrive: 1:00 pm

Depart: 7:00 pm

The 18 major islands making up the archipelago of the Faroe Islands lie between the Norwegian Sea and North Atlantic Ocean, about halfway between Iceland and Norway. Here, a mix of Nordic and Danish architecture amid lush, grass scenery creates a quaint image of a picturesque destination. Torshavn, the Faroe Islands capital city, holds a competitive tradition and spirit of sporting events, including housing the largest football stadium in the district. But the city also contains an artsy energy with the annual Torshavn Jazz Festival that takes place every August. Among the many natural treasures of the Faroe Islands is the Bosdalafossur waterfall, a cascade that flows from the Sorvagsvatn/Leitisvatn lake into the Atlantic Ocean, creating a glassy surface amid the rugged cliffs of the falls.

Day 7 - Sunday - Sep 24, 2023

Kirkwall, Scotland

Arrive: 12:00 pm

Depart: 8:00 pm

Kirkwall, the capital of the Orkney Islands, is a stunning place filled with history. As part of an archipelago of 70 islands off the tip of Scotland, the city is not among the more commonly visited destinations in the country, but it was the center of Norse culture near the end of the first millennium. Walk down the cobbled streets and be transported back to Norse times as you explore a 300-year-old medieval cathedral built by the Vikings where, according to local lore, miracles took place. Another great miracle is the preservation of the archeological sites in Orkney, like the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of the Standing Stones of Stenness and the Ring of Brodgar.

Day 8 - Monday - Sep 25, 2023

Invergordon, United Kingdom

Arrive: 7:00 am

Depart: 4:00 pm

Welcome to a land where fairy tales spring to life among castles, lakes, and heathered fields. Invergordon is your entree to the Scottish Highlands and the capital of Inverness, a mere 30 minutes south. Not far from here you can enjoy an outing to Loch Ness, the famed Scottish lake hiding a legendary beast beneath its depths. On your explorations, you can take in the rugged mountains and deep blue lochs, perhaps spotting deer in the hills and eagles overhead. The brisk air, foggy mist, and verdant peaks add a dash of mysticism unlike anywhere else - this is the land of Shakespeare's Macbeth after all.

Day 9 - Tuesday - Sep 26, 2023

Leith, United Kingdom

Arrive: 9:00 am

Scotland's capital, Edinburgh, is dynamic, but small enough to walk almost anywhere. The streets are busy, narrow, and lined with towering buildings once described as, "a dream in masonry" by Edinburgh-born novelist Robert Louis Stevenson. Edinburgh Castle has played an important role in the history of Scotland as both a royal residence and a military stronghold. It's really two cities: Old Town and New Town, where Old Town is the network of medieval streets south of the castle and New Town is everything on the other side. What unites both and all of Scotland is its whisky, part of the true Scottish experience, as is a toast with scotch, of which you can partake in at Leith's Kaleidoscope Bar and Dining Room on Queen Street.

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