Join us on a thrilling 5-night cruise across the North Sea, starting from Copenhagen. Explore Skagen, a charming Danish town known for its artists' colony. Then, discover Haugesund, Norway, once ruled by fierce Vikings, and visit their historic monuments. Sail to the Shetland Islands, once Viking territory, and explore their rich Norse heritage. Finally, explore the Orkney Islands before disembarking in Aberdeen, Scotland.

Your itinerary:

Day 1: Copenhagen - Embarkation

Day 2: Skagen

Day 3: Haugesund

Day 4: Shetland Islands

Day 5: Orkney Islands

Day 6: Aberdeen - Disembarkation

Please note: The order of activities may be modified without compromising the interest of the program.

Day 1: Copenhagen

• The cruise begins in the heart of Copenhagen, where the Ocean Albatros is moored. Get settled in your cabin as you set sail.
• Dinner will be served in the elegant restaurant as you will pass Kronborg Castle, which gained fame for being the castle in Shakespeare's Hamlet. 

Day 2: Skagen

• Moor in the important fishing port and artistic area of beautiful Skagen. Skagen is known for its fantastic sunshine, vibrant city life, quaint yellow houses and white sandy beaches.
• Take a coach tour to Grenen, the pointed peninsula that marks Denmark's northernmost point. Climb aboard a tractor-bus and admire the spot where the waters of the Skagerrak and Kattegat meet the waves.
• Take a leisurely stroll through the town that houses the Skagen Art Museum, where visitors can admire the permanent collection of works by the famous 19th-century Danish painters Anna Ancher, P.S. Krøyer, Holger Drachmann and others. 
• Return to the port of Skagen to re-embark for a late lunch and continue on the North Sea to Norway. The first navigators of this region, now known as Vikings, were people from the Nordic countries of Denmark, Sweden and Norway. As you travel some of the routes taken by the Vikings, you will learn more about their history and legacy and perhaps dispel some romanticised views of this seafaring people.

Day 3: Haugesund

• Head to small islands and gentle hills between Bergen and Stavanger in south-western Norway, where lies the sheltered Karmsund Strait; at its northern entrance find the beautiful old town of Haugesund, home of Harald Fairhair, Norway's first Viking king. The history of shipping and shipbuilding is evident throughout the town.
• Many Icelandic sagas tell us the stories of the first Viking king, and the Orkneyinga and Heimskringla sagas in particular tell of Harald Fairhair's military journey westwards. Here the king fought to rid the region of dissident Viking pirates, who were raiding the Norwegian coast. The expedition then continued to Scotland, where many of these dissidents had taken refuge, crossing the same seas where our itinerary takes us.

Day 4: Shetland Islands

• Approach Lerwick, the capital of Shetland. Shetland consists of over 100 islands, of which only 15 are inhabited all year round. 
• Once safely docked at the harbour, set off through Lerwick in the direction of Scalloway for a short scenic drive. Enjoy views of the charming village and the imposing Scalloway Castle.
• Following the road northwards to Clickimin Broch, and discover this well-preserved and restored Broch, a mysterious Iron Age fortresses (please note: the coach excursion is part of the excursion package and is not included in the price of the trip).
• Afterwards, return to Lerwick and continue to the nearby Isle of Noss, home to some of Scotland's most active seabird colonies. 
• Leave Shetland and sail south through the Fair Isle Channel towards Orkney.

Day 5: Orkney

• Sailed south and in the early morning reach the town of Kirkwall on the windy Orkney Islands, off mainland Scotland. Orkney, in Norse, means 'islands of seals' and, like the other islands in the North Atlantic, Orkney has a rich Viking history.
• Kirkwall is the capital of Orkney. Orkney has a fascinating history and contains one of the highest concentrations of Stone Age remains anywhere in the world. preserved in the soft sands of the island. 
• Unlike mainland Scotland, Orkney and neighbouring Shetland were settled by Norse settlers and were part of the Kingdom of Norway until the late 1400s; the Norse heritage is evident almost everywhere in the city, from the magnificent St. Magnus Cathedral to the world-famous Highland Park distillery.
• Optional excursion 'Highlights of Orkney' (not included in the price of the trip): Depart Kirkwall and head west to Mainland, Orkney's largest island. Along the way you pass through rolling landscapes and enter the Neolithic Heartland of Orkney, an area declared a World Heritage Site for its wealth of prehistoric archaeology. Continue on to the pretty fishing village of Stromness. Finally, return to the coach and continue the circular route following the coastline of Scapa Flow, a famous British naval base in both world wars. For guests wishing to stay in Kirkwall, a short walking tour of the town will be organised, passing St. Magnus Cathedral and the picturesque ruins of Bishop's and Earl's Palace.
• Depart south for Aberdeen.

Day 6: Aberdeen

•  The captain will take the ship south along the east coast of Scotland to Aberdeen, Scotland's third largest city. Bid farewell to the crew and fellow passengers on board the Ocean Albatros before departing.

The Ocean Albatros is deployed across a wide range of expedition cruise destinations.

With a total of 94 comfortable cabins and suites, all with sea views, most with balconies, the Ocean Albatros has become one of the world's most popular expedition cruise ships. Like its twin, the Ocean Victory, it features two restaurants, a wellness area, an Albatros Nordic Bar, an open deck dining room, a modern conference room, and other cutting-edge amenities. The ship has a carbon footprint over 50% lower than traditional expedition vessels and is one of the most environmentally friendly, implementing the Green Initiative program to ensure guests' absolute comfort and sustainability. The Ocean Albatros also offers an exclusive panoramic sauna and an even greater number of cabins dedicated to solo travel without single supplements.

This offer is based on a choice between a Single Cabin (category G), a Cabin with French balcony (category E) and a Cabin with balcony (category C).

Cabins in category C feature a balcony, a double bed or two single beds, and a bathroom. Many of the balcony cabins also include a seating area complete with a table and chair.

The Single Cabin is located on deck 3 and is equipped with everything you need to make your stay on board as comfortable as possible.

The French Balcony Cabin is an extremely comfortable and bright accommodation featuring a queen-size bed (150x200 cm), large windows, and a bathroom. All cabins of this type are located on deck 7.

This offer is based on a full board stay (breakfast, lunch and your evening meal served in the buffet main restaurant - excludes drinks). Please see the details section for further information about your board basis conditions.

The Danish kingdom, surrounded by the Baltic Sea and the North Sea, seems to float on water. Let yourself be carried away by this lovely destination that is ideal to discover as a couple, with friends or with family. Denmark, with its unique atmosphere, amazes with its diversity. Its cities are fascinating and its nature enchanting.

Copenhagen, colourful and dynamic, is a mix of modernity and traditional beauty. Discover the Little Mermaid, then explore the nature of this land of history and legends. Contemplate the horizon from the magnificent beaches of Skagen, be surprised by the shifting dunes of Rabjerg Mile, immerse yourself in the fascinating history of the Viking people.

Look forward to a unique trip to Norway, a wonderful country in the far north of Europe. Experience the magical fusion of the capital city of Oslo's quintessentially Scandinavian modernity with the remnants of fascinating Viking culture and the unspoilt beauty of the fjords.

The latter is one of the most spectacular and best-preserved natural landscapes in the world. Discover a setting full of legends, picturesque fjords, majestic glaciers, waterfalls, crystal-clear lakes, snow-capped mountains, and picturesque villages.

Welcome to the land of the Highlands!

A bewitching combination of breathtaking scenery, urban sophistication, outdoor activities and cultural riches, Scotland is the ideal destination for all lovers of nature and wide open spaces. Moors, lakes, mountains and cliffs await to dazzle you. From Edinburgh to Glasgow via the site of Loch Ness, many wonders will never cease to enrich your trip. Ready to feast your eyes on this famous land of legend?