
Island Hopping in the North Atlantic – Iceland, the Faroe Islands and British Isles (Southbound)
Island Hopping in the North Atlantic – Iceland, the Faroe Islands and British Isles (Southbound)
Wildlife, bygone civilisations and modern life in the North Atlantic
Ancient sites and modern life
Sail from the Icelandic capital to the White Cliffs of Dover, via the remote and wild isles of the North Atlantic. As autumn unfurls across these much-storied seas, you’ll explore exciting capital cities, Neolithic sites, thriving island towns, and tiny villages where the influence of the Vikings can still be felt.
Wildlife and expansive skies
Seabirds and marine life thrive under the huge skies of the North Atlantic. Whether you’re on our small expedition boats, on MS Maud’s decks or on foot, you’ll see towering cliffs teeming with seabirds and watch for whales and dolphins splashing in the seas around us.
PLEASE NOTE: In keeping with our adventurous spirit, we visit small remote ports on our expeditions. Due to sea conditions and secluded locations we visit, it's not always possible to dock in port. Sometimes we have to use our small expedition boats to get ashore.
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Day 1
Reykjavik, Iceland
Depart from Reykjavík
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Day 2
Stykkihólmur, Iceland
Snæfellsnes peninsula
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Day 3
Heimaey, Iceland
Heimaey's explosive past
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Day 4
At sea
Relax at sea
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Day 5
Runavik, The Faroe Islands
Remote Runavík
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Day 6
10th-century Tórshavn
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Day 7
Shetlands, Scotland
The wild side of the Shetland Islands
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Day 8
Shetlands, Scotland
The capital of the Shetland Islands
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Day 9
Shetlands, Scotland
Far-flung Fair Isle
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Day 10
Orkney, Scotland
Highlights of Orkney
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Day 11
Edinburgh, Scotland
Scotland's crowning jewel
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Day 12
At sea
A relaxing day at sea
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Day 13
Dover, England
Dover and beyond
Departures
2024
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January
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February
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What's included
Included in your voyage
Expedition Cruise
- A stay in a cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner including beverages* in restaurants Aune and Fredheim
- À la carte restaurant Lindstrøm included for suite guests
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board†
- Complimentary reusable water bottle
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organise and accompany activities on board and ashore
- Range of included activities
*House beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water
†Please note there is very limited Wi-Fi and phone signal in the remote areas we travel to, and streaming is not supported.
Onboard Activities
- In-depth lectures and discussions hosted by experts on the Expedition Team
- Full use of our Science Center, extensive library and advanced biological and geological equipment
- Citizen Science Programme where you can assist with ongoing scientific research
- Photography tips and techniques for capturing landscape and wildlife from our onboard professional photographer
- Use of ship's hot tubs, panoramic sauna, and gym
- Informal gatherings with the crew for daily briefings
Landing Activities
- Escorted landings with small expedition boats
- Loan of boots, trekking poles and all equipment for activities
- Complimentary wind- and water-resistant expedition jacket
- Expedition photographers on hand to assist you
Notes
- All planned activities are subject to weather conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- Please make sure you meet all entry and boarding requirements
- No gratuities expected
Not included in your voyage
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Luggage handling
- Optional shore excursions with our local partners
- Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
MS Maud
Year built | 2003 |
Shipyard | Fosen Mek. Verk. (N) |
Passenger capacity | 528 (500 in Antarctica) |
Beds | 500 |
Gross tonnage | 16,151 T |
Length | 135,75 m |
Beam | 21.5 m |
Speed | 15 knots |
Formerly the MS Midnatsol, the MS Maud is well-suited for expedition cruising.
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