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Prinsendam
28 Night Norway, British
Isles & Icelandic
Collector's Voyage
Amsterdam Return

Ship: Prinsendam
Cruise Line: Holland America Line
Departures:  08 August 2012
Duration: 28 Nights
Ports: Amsterdam, Oslo, Stavanger, Bergen, Portree, Belfast, Liverpool, Dublin, Dunmore East, Torquay, Tilbury, London, Lerwick, Klaksvik, Seydisfjordur, Akureyri, Isafjordur, Reykjavik, Heimaey, Scrabster, Rosyth, Edinburgh, Amsterdam
Airport gateway (Arrival) : Amsterdam
Airport gateway (Departure) : Amsterdam

Itinerary

* Ports of call may vary based on itinerary and departure dates selected

 

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Ports

Amsterdam

Take a boat ride along Amsterdam’s charming canals past sturdy old houses and under quaint bridges. Visit one of the city’s superb museums housing many of the Dutch Masters’ most outstanding works or learn about Anne Frank and the city’s Jewish heritage. Or, journey into the countryside and see historic windmills and the fascinating porcelain works in Delft.

Country - Netherlands
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 15kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Dam Square, Anne Frank's House, Volendam & Marken

Oslo

Oslo is the capital of Norway and is the natural hub of Norway’s national and international travel. The city is beautifully situated at the head of Oslo Fjord surrounded by forested ridges, and this very location gives Oslo unexpected qualities for a national capital.

Country - Norway
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 45kms
Currency - Kroner (NOK)

Places of Interest
Royal Palace, Frogner Park, City Hall

Stavanger

Stavanger is blessed with history and natural beauty. It boasts an advantageous location on the southwestern coast with some of Norway's best weather. From the old port, the city radiates across a network of islands interlaced with graceful bridges.

Country - Norway
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 14kms
Currency - Kroner (NOK)

Places of Interest
Stavanger Cathedral, Canning Museum, Lysefjord

Bergen

Bergen is called the "Gateway to the Fjords," as it is a great launching point for a tour of nature's Hardangerfjord, Sognefjord and Geirangerfjord. This city has a wonderful mix of architectural styles that add to its 18th-century charm. And as birthplace of virtuoso violinist Ole Bull and pianist Edvard Grieg, Bergen is considered the cultural capital of Norway.

Country - Norway
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Kroner (NOK)

Places of Interest
Bergen Fish Markets, Hanseatic Merchant's Quarter, Cable Car to Ulriken

Belfast

The site of Belfast has been occupied since the Bronze ages, and the remains of Iron Age hill forts can still be seen. Explore the surrounding communities with their relgious and politcal beliefs displyed through numerous murals and pictures found on the cities walls. Enjoy a night out on the town in one of belfast's many irish pubs.

Country - United Kingdom (Northern Ireland)
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 25kms
Currency - UK Pound (GBP)

Places of Interest
Irish Linen Centre, Grand Opera House, Botanic Gardens Park

Liverpool

Liverpool is a city and metropolitan borough in Merseyside, England, along the eastern side of the Mersey Estuary.

Liverpool is internationally known as a cultural centre, with a particularly rich history in popular music (most notably The Beatles), performing and visual arts. In 2003, Liverpool was named European Capital of Culture for 2008. A series of cultural events during 2004-9 is planned, peaking in 2008. (source)

Country - United Kingdom 
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Pounds (GBP)

Places of Interest
World Museum Liverpool, Walker Art Gallery, Albert Dock, Beatles Story, Southport, Met Quarter (source)

Dublin

With its mix of urban cool, lush parkland, sweeping coastline and hip designer boutiques, Dublin pulsates with energy while still retaining a warm, laid-back atmosphere. One of Europe’s most thrilling capitals, it offers all you could want from a city break with history, culture and more pubs than you’ll know what to do with


Country - Republic of Ireland
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 11kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Dublin writers museum, Ha'penny Bridge, The Spire, Oscar Wilde House, Ardgillan Demense

Torquay

The old English city Exeter is the home to a masterpiece of Gothic architecture: St. Peter's Cathedral, built here between the 12th and 14th centuries. Some of the magnificent parks have had just about the same amount of time to develop. Small works of art of nature.  

Country - England
Distance from port to City - N/A
Distance to Airport - N/A
Currency - British Pound (GBP)

Places of Interest
St. Peter's Cathedral

Tilbury

London (Tilbury)

Take a trip up to London and get a bird's-eye view of the city from the London Eye. See sights like Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Piccadilly. Stroll along Lower Regent Street or visit the British Museum.

London

London is an enormous cosmopolitan city, with all the cultural and gastronomic attractions you'd expect from a world capital. Stretching for more than 30 miles on either side of the River Thames, it is Europe's largest city, with a diverse population of about eight million. Southampton is one of several port cities and a gateway to London.

Country - England
Distance from port to City - 100kms
Distance from port to Airport - 100kms
Currency - Pound (GBP)

Places of Interest
Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, London Bridge

Klaksvik

Klaksvík is the second largest town of the Faroe Islands. The town is located on Borðoy, which is one of the northernmost islands. Klaksvík is located between two inlets lying back to back. It has an important harbour with fishing-industry.

Location: N62°13'26 W6°34'43

Country - Faroe Islands
Distance to Airport - kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Seydisfjordur

The Town of Seyoisfjordour is regarded by many as one of Iceland's most picturesque towns, not only due to its impressive environment but also because nowhere in Iceland has a community of old wooden buildings been preserved so well as here. Poet Matthias Johannessen called it a "pearl enclosed in a shell".

Country - Iceland
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 200kms
Currency - Icelandic Krona (ISK)

Places of Interest
Seyoisfjordour Fjord

Akureyri

Iceland is a place of delightful contradictions where flowers flourish amid ice and snow. Some of nature's most powerful antics, from active volcanoes to geothermal phenomena, exist only a few miles from charming towns and major cultural centers. For those in search of the unexpected, the surprises begin in Akureyri — Iceland's second-largest city.

Country - Iceland
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 200kms
Currency - Icelandic Krona (ISK)

Places of Interest
Godafoss Waterfall, Namaskard, Botanical Garden

Isafjordur

Iceland, the second largest island in Europe, is a natural wonder of active volcanoes, glaciers, fjords, desert plateaus, and a midnight sun. The air is startlingly clean, and ideal for communing with nature, Iceland style -- fjord fishing, river rafting and whale watching. On its northwestern peninsula, the rock formations that make up the fjords date back 14 million years. And some of the country's oldest and best-preserved buildings remain in this former trading post.

Country - Iceland
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 250kms
Currency - Icelandic Krona (ISK)

Places of Interest
Varnajokull, Reykjavik

Reykjavik

Reykjavik is the gateway to Iceland's stunning natural wonders, which range from ice fields to boiling thermal pools. The landscape on the island seems to be in a continual process of transformation much like its society, which blends Nordic tradition with sophisticated technology.

Country - Iceland
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 3kms
Currency - Icelandic Krona (ISK)

Places of Interest
Blue Lagoon, Gullfoss Waterfall, Thingvellir National Park

Rosyth

The area is best known for its large dockyardformerly the Royal Naval Dockyard Rosyth, construction of which began in 1909. The town was planned as a garden city with accommodation for the construction workers and dockyard workers. Today, the dockyard is almost 5 km² in size. The fifteenth centuryRosyth Castle stands on the perimeter of the dockyard complex, at the entry to the ferry terminal and was once surrounded by the Firth of Forth on almost all sides, until land reclamation by the docks in the early 1900's.

Edinburgh

Scotland's capital of Edinburgh has a magnificent geographical location fitting of a fairy tale kingdom, dramatically set above the flatlands with a commanding vantage point. Both a historic and modern city, this metropolis is home to the largest arts festival in the world.

Country - United Kingdom (Scotland)
Distance from port to City - 10kms
Distance from port to Airport - 25kms
Currency - Pound Sterling

Places of Interest
Edinburgh Castle, Palace of Holroodhouse, Scott Monument

 

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Cruise line info

Holland America Line

Holland America Line

With more than 130 years of experience, Holland America Line is recognised as the undisputed leader in the cruise industry's premium segment. With the introduction of the 1,918-passenger ms Noordam in early 2006, Holland America Line's fleet grows to 13 ships, offering nearly 500 cruises from more than 25 home ports. Itineraries range from two to 108 days and visit all seven continents, including new Australia/New Zealand and Asia sailings, a world cruise and popular sailings to several ports in the Caribbean, Alaska, Mexico and Europe. The ms Noordam also will offer Caribbean sailings in the winter from new homeport New York City.

Holland America Line's $225 million, fleetwide Signature of Excellence enhancements feature new programs and amenities including the Culinary Arts Center presented by Food & Wine magazine - a state-of-the-art onboard show kitchen where more than 60 celebrated guest chefs and culinary experts will provide cooking demonstrations and classes - Explorations Café powered by the New York Times, teens-only activity areas and all new cabin amenities highlighted by flat-panel TVs and plush-top Mariner's Dream Beds.

 

Ship info

Prinsendam

Designed expressly to explore the rare corners of the world, the ms Prinsendam accommodates less than 800 passengers, giving guests the intimate feel of a yacht with the spaciousness of a large cruise ship. Our "Elegant Explorer" is known for her long range, exotic itineraries - most notably the 100-day-plus Grand World Voyage - and her elegant, sophisticated décor. The ms Prinsendam completed all Signature of Excellence enhancements to her public rooms and staterooms in Spring 2005.

Dining

  • La Fontaine Dining Room
  • Pinnacle Grill
  • Lido Restaurant
  • Terrace Grill
Entertainment

  • Queens Show Lounge
  • Ocean Bar
  • Casino
  • Wajang Theatre & Culinary Arts Centre
  • Explorer's Lounge
  • Oak Room
  • Crow's Nest
  • Neptune Lounge
Onboard Activities

  • Lido Pool
  • Aft Pool
  • Whirlpool
  • Golf Driving
  • Sports Court
  • Health Spa
  • Library
  • Beauty Salon

Ship facts

Ship Details
Gross Tonnage
  37,845 Tonnes
Star Rating
  5 Star
Size/Style of Ship   Mid/Luxury
Entered Service   May 2002 with HAL
Registry   The Netherlands
Former Name   Royal Viking Sun
Length   205.5 metres
Beam   28 metres
Draft   7.2 Metres
Propulsion/Propellers   diesel (21,120kW)/2
Maximum Cruising Speed (knots)   22
Passenger Capacity (twin)
  794
Crew   460
Nationality of Officers   European
Nationality of Crew   International
Total Cabins   396
Total Inside cabins   25
Total Outside cabins   368
Cabin/Suites with Balcony   145
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins   4
Passenger Decks   9
Cabin Electricity
  110v
Elevators   14
Self-Service Laundry
  Yes
Onboard Currency (subject to change)   US Dollar

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