Norway & Iceland Cruise Holidays

Explore the world's most dramatic scenery
Cruise holidays to Norway and Iceland take you to the heart of Mother Nature. To a world of vivid landscapes, punctuated by deep fjords, soaring peaks and cascading waterfalls. And the best way to unlock these treasures? Through a cruise. Picture yourself gliding through still waters with sheer rock faces just metres from your balcony, the scent of verdant flower meadows rich in the air. You can wave to the locals working on mountain-side farms, drink in the surrounding scenery with a coffee on deck and watch as spellbinding cities emerge on the horizon.

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Norway & Iceland Cruise Holiday Highlights

For dramatic landscapes and an abundance of natural wonders, it’s hard to beat the fjords of Norway and Iceland. Some destinations simply have it all. Whether you’re a first-time cruiser or an experienced explorer, it’s hard to go wrong with iconic Norway and Iceland cruise that offer beauty, peace and fun in equal measure. There are plenty of shore excursions that will provide you with the opportunity to see the fjords from a different perspective, including in Ålesund, where you can explore them from up close by kayak. For something a little warmer, hot springs are just the ticket. Reykjavik’s Blue Lagoon is perhaps the most famous example, and for good reason: the water sits at a steamy 37-40°C and is rich in silica, minerals and algae that are believed to have wellbeing qualities.

Icelandic Food

When it comes to healthy eating, some might say that Iceland takes the top spot. With its clean air and unpolluted waters, Icelandic cuisine has some of the purest meat and freshest seafood you’ll ever enjoy. Taste the highland-ranging game-like lamb or try Iceland’s oldest – and most peculiarly still popular – traditional cuisine: fermented shark. Langoustine (Icelandic lobster) and dried fish are popular Icelandic treats you’ll usually find in small local eateries as well as the best restaurants in Reykjavik. For a healthy dessert, pop some sweet berries into skyr, the silky, sour Icelandic yogurt.

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Reasons to visit Norway & Iceland on a cruise holiday

Man standing on rock at the top of Fjord

Breathtaking Views

Take sight-seeing to a new level from magnificent viewpoints on a cruise to Norway & Iceland. While in Grundarfjörður, capture Iceland's most photographed mountain, Kirkjufell. At Rampestreken Viewpoint, enjoy incredible views of the mountains, Åndalsnes and the Romsdal valley below. When in Reykjavík, visit the Perlan observation deck offering beautiful views over the city.

Shore Experiences

For inspiring panoramic views, hike up one of the mountains (there are actually many more than seven) that surround Bergen, or take the funicular railway to the top of Mount Floyen, which overlooks both the city and the surrounding region on the Bergen by Foot and Funicular shore excursion. We’ve got several shore excursions that’ll put your head in the clouds. A flightseeing tour in Akureyri, meanwhile, will take you past the impressive odafoss waterfall and Lake Myvatn, a beautiful lake surrounded by lava rocks.

Adrenalin Adventures

From skiing to kayaking, geothermal pools to glaciers, there's a world of adventure waiting on a cruise to Norway & Iceland. The region is a haven for sporty, fun and adventurous activities that will get you out and breathing in the fresh fjordic air – all with spectacular scenery as your backdrop. In Olden, head to the spectacular Nordfjord with your kayak, where you’ll paddle past waterfalls, glaciers and mountains as your well-informed guide shares their knowledge of the region.