
Southern Scandinavia - Archipelagos, Fjords and Quaint Fishing Towns
Southern Scandinavia - Archipelagos, Fjords and Quaint Fishing Towns
Discover idyllic seaside towns, fishing villages, stunning island archipelagos and fjords on a summer expedition cruise of coastal hideaways in Germany, Denmark, Sweden and Norway.
Rugged nature, active adventure
From Dover, you’ll explore some of the region’s most beautiful waterways and visit some of Southern Scandinavia’s best-kept secrets. Among them are coastal hideaways with rugged wild nature and stretches of fine sand beaches. Our first stop is the glamorous and windswept island of Sylt, the Martha’s Vineyard of Germany. From here, we’ll transit the scenic Kiel Canal and sail to stylish Skagen, Denmark’s northernmost town.
We head up Sweden’s West coast to the beautiful Bohuslän archipelago, where we’ll visit remote islets, secluded beaches and a marine national park. Here, life is dictated by the elements, and picturesque fishing villages are largely untouched by time. The natural attractions along the coast draw a summer crowd seeking active pursuits, the healing power of nature and artistic inspiration.
Norway’s islands and fjords
Cosmopolitan Oslo provides an interlude of cultural gems and architectural masterpieces. We continue along Norway’s Southern Coast discovering island retreats and sheltered coves. From here, you’ll sail along breathtaking pristine fjords to Rosendal and Lysefjord in Western Norway, before returning to Dover.
Our knowledgeable Expedition Team will bring you closer to nature, guiding you on foot, by bike, kayak, or via expedition boat cruising, to make this a truly unforgettable experience.

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Day 1
Dover, England
Summer cruising from the white cliffs
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Day 2
At Sea
Relax and learn
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Day 3
List, Sylt, Germany
Windswept North Sea glamour
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Day 4
Kiel Canal and Kiel, Germany
Scenic navigation
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Day 5
Skagen, Denmark
Denmark’s favourite summer bolthole
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Day 6
Lysekil, Sweden
Sweden’s laid-back coast
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Day 7
Fjällbacka, Sweden
Ingrid Bergman’s summertime favourite
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Day 8
Koster Islands, Sweden
Marine biosphere
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Day 9
Oslo, Norway
Green dream and the culture scene
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Day 10
Kragerø, Norway
The pearl of the coastal towns
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Day 11
Lysefjord, Norway
On a high at Pulpit Rock
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Day 12
Rosendal, Norway
Rose gardens among the glaciers
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Day 13
Farsund, Norway
Beaches, forts and Americana
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Day 14
At sea
Relax and Unwind
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Day 15
Dover, England
Return to England
Departures
2022
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2023
Current offers on this cruise:
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Solo Traveller Offer
Solo travellers who prefer their own space while still travelling with others, have the opportunity to save on select voyages departing in 2022. For a limited time, pay no single supplement if you book one of the below expedition cruises.This offer applies to a selection of departures that you can find on each voyage page.See Special Offer
What's included
Included in your voyage
Expedition Cruise
- Expedition cruise in a cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner including beverages (house beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water) in restaurant Aune and Fredheim
- A la carte restaurant Lindstrom included for suite guests
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board. Be aware that we sail in remote areas with very limited connection. Streaming is not supported.
- Complimentary reusable water bottle to use at water refill stations on board
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organise and accompany activities on board and ashore
- Range of included activities
Onboard Activities
- Experts on the Expedition Team deliver in-depth lectures on a variety of topics
- Use of the ship’s Science Center which has an extensive library, biological and geological microscopes and samples
- Citizen Science programme allows guests to assist with live scientific research
- Professional onboard photographer gives top tips and tricks for the best landscape and wildlife photos
- Use of the ship’s hot tubs, panoramic sauna and indoor gym, outdoor gym
- Informal gatherings with the crew such as daily recaps and preparation for the day to come
Landing Activities
- Escorted landings using our fleet of small expedition boats
- Loan of boots, trekking poles, and all equipment for activities
- Complimentary wind and water-resistant expedition jacket
- Expedition Photographers help with your camera settings
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
Notes
• All planned activities are subject to weather and ice conditions
• Excursions and activities are subject to change
• Please make sure you meet all entry and boarding requirements
• No gratuities expected
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.
Practical information
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