NORWAY, ICELAND & BELGIUM

Zeebrugge is your gateway to Brussels, Bruges and Ghent. The old capital of the Duchy of Burgundy, Brussels is famed for its fine cuisine and is also capital of the European Union. Bruges and Ghent are perhaps the best-preserved cities in Northern Europe. Bruges is a fairy-tale city where medieval edifices, proud bridges and overhanging trees admire their beautiful reflections in glassy canals. Around its waterways quaint cobbled streets lead you to markets, museums and churches.

Strikingly beautiful, this city is famed for its concentric canals crossed by humpbacked bridges, and cyclist-friendly avenues of tall trees and gabled houses. Savour the charming sites of this beautiful city on foot, a canal boat tour or get a bike for the most authentic experience. Known as The Venice of the North', Amsterdam's bustling canals, world-famous museums and historical sights are a must-see.

Unlock this fascinating "Gateway to the Fjords", Norway's second-largest city, Bergen is home to over 200,000 people. Maritime trade and oil industry are still vital to the city's economy. Stroll through the historic UNESCO-listed Bryggen district with its colourful wooden wharfs dating back to the 14th century. Visit the workshops of local painters, weavers and craftsmen where works of art await discovery as you wander the cobblestone streets and alleyways of this enchanting, compact city.

This small village is one of the most visited locales in Norway's fjord lands. If you love waterfalls, you're in the right place. In steep, stunning Geirangerfjord, the Seven Sisters - Geirangers scenic waterfalls, forever woo the Suitor, another cascade on the opposite shore. A tour to Mount Dalsnibba (1500m high) presents views of this spectacular area in unrivalled glory.

You'll have Kaiser Wilhem II to thank for this city. After all, when it was destroyed by fire in 1904, he decided to rebuild his beloved gateway in Art Nouveau style. Now its buildings dazzle with dreamy turrets and ornate carvings of dragons and mythical figures. Take the opportunity to wander Ålesund’s charming cobblestone streets and admire the numerous spires, towers and highly-ornate buildings. Nature has played its part too, as calm waters and distant snow-capped peaks add to the charm.

Established in the mid-17th century, Akureyri is home to Iceland's largest fishing company and its biggest shipyard. Viking sagas, spectacular fjords, snow-capped mountains... Iceland's Capital of the North is also surprisingly mild and the so-called Green Town is made for those long summer days.

The Westfjords in northwest Iceland is a remote and sparsely populated peninsula of steep, tall mountains cut by dozens of fjords. The raw and untamed natural landscape around Ísafjörður is characterized by a subarctic environment. A colourful show of blooming tundra wildflowers carpets the mountain slopes and valleys during the short, cool summer. Keep your binoculars handy. Iceland's western fjords are prime whale watching waters and, if your luck's in, you may just spot a tell-tale spout of water.

Reykjavík, Iceland’s vibrant capital and northernmost port city, is a gateway to stunning natural wonders and rich Nordic culture. Just minutes from the harbour, visitors can explore colourful streets, geothermal spas like the Blue Lagoon, and dramatic landscapes of volcanoes, waterfalls, and glaciers. A perfect blend of modern charm and wild beauty, Reykjavík offers unforgettable adventures right from the dock. Join in a national pastime - shopping! Designer labels, local wool, gourmet treats, even a flea market, it's all right here.

Reykjavík, Iceland’s vibrant capital and northernmost port city, is a gateway to stunning natural wonders and rich Nordic culture. Just minutes from the harbour, visitors can explore colourful streets, geothermal spas like the Blue Lagoon, and dramatic landscapes of volcanoes, waterfalls, and glaciers. A perfect blend of modern charm and wild beauty, Reykjavík offers unforgettable adventures right from the dock. Join in a national pastime - shopping! Designer labels, local wool, gourmet treats, even a flea market, it's all right here.