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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
Aalborg
Every year Aalborg hosts the largest carnival of the Nordic countries, where 25.000 samba happy people participate in a bubbling procession throughout the city. The spectacle attracts 100.000 onlookers, whom enjoy the fantastic costumes and samba rhythms.The carnival is a medium for creative folk culture, where participants are immersed into character and throw themselves into a rhythmical musical self expression with their faces as the canvas and their bodies as sculptures. The carnival is homage to life, the spring, the fantasy oblivious to religious or political tendencies.
Country - Denmark
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 0kms
Currency - Danish Krone (DKK)
Places of Interest
Aalborghus Castle, Jens Bang's House, Aalborg annual carnival, Aalborg Zoo
Copenhagen
Although smaller than most capital cities, Copenhagen is every bit as busy, modern and cosmopolitan as its counterparts, and is home to the official residence of the Danish Royal family. Explore the beautiful setting of historic Christianborg and Amalienborg Palaces, the colourful pavement cafés, and the 'Little Mermaid' statue, celebrating the tales of the city's own Hans Christian Andersen.For a fairytale end to a day's sightseeing, visit Tivoli Gardens where hot air balloons and Ferris Wheels await you!
Country - Denmark
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Denmark Kroner (DKK)
Places of Interest Little Mermaid Statue, Danish Royal Palace, Tivoli Gardens
Warnemunde
Warnemünde boasts one of the most charming ports on the Baltic coast, with her quaint harbor opening into a delightful beach resort area. The old town, within walking distance from the pier, warmly welcomes you to window-shop, stroll along the twisting streets or pause for a lingering cup of coffee in a local café.
Country - Germany
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 170kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)
Places of Interest
Berlin, Rostock
Tallinn
Another medieval masterpiece, Tallinn is enjoying a renaissance now that it is free from Russian rule. The architecture of this fine city juxtaposes Russian with Polish and Teutonic leaving you wide-eyed with wonder. From the spectacular curved domes of the Nevski Russian Orthodox Cathedral to Europe's only remaining Gothic town hall, you'll discover some awe-inspiring sights. You'll find bars and restaurants in abundance, and from the winding cobbled streets and squares, the sounds of open-air markets, brass bands, choirs and even string quartets ring out.
Country - Estonia
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 5kms
Currency - Estonian Kroon (EEK)
Places of Interest Toompea Hill, St Mary's Cathedral, Russalka Monument, Old City
St Petersburg
Situated at the confluence of the Gulf of Finland and the mighty Neva River, this former imperial capital fascinates visitors with its strong European influences, grand residences, world-renown museums and extraordinary monuments to a glittering past gone by. With its elegant palace-lined waterways, gilded and domed skyline, and grand boulevards where Czars once traveled in golden carriages, the majestic city of St. Petersburg well-deserves its nickname as the "Empress of the Baltic."
Country - Russia
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 16kms
Currency - Russian Ruble (RUB)
Places of Interest
Hermitage Museum, Catherine Palace, Smolny Cathedral
Helsinki
Admire the city’s stunning modern architecture, visit its lovely parks and bustling open-air market. Take a harbor cruise past forests, beaches, villas and ruined Suomenlinna fortress spanning five islands for a completely different perspective. Or visit historic, colorful Porvoo, Finland’s second oldest town.
Country - Helsinki
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance to Airport - 15kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)
Places of Interest
Senate Square, Temppeliakukio Church, Market Square, Suomenlinna Fortress
Stockholm
An unbelievably beautiful city, Stockholm is surrounded by clear water and unspoilt countryside that stretches deep into urban areas. The largest part of the city lies in its medieval quarter, Gamla Stan, which was built across three bridge-linked islands. In its narrow streets you'll find countless bars, restaurants and boutiques, but if you still have time to spare, then there are over 150 museums and galleries to explore. For the ultimate experience, take a cruise past majestic buildings, tree-lined squares and spacious boulevards to capture the essence of this city of islands.
Country - Sweden
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Sweden Kroner (SEK)
Places of Interest Gamla Stan, Royal Palace, Vasa Museum
Visby
Visby is a city located on the island of Gotland, and is the largest city on the island. Visby is one of the best preserved, if not the very best, medieval towns, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is home to some of the most intriguing medieval attractions in Scandinavia, most notable is the stone wall that stretches for more than 2 full miles around the city.
Country - Sweden
Distance from port to City - 3km
Distance from port to Airport - 200km
Currency - Swedish Krona (SEK)
Places of Interest
Visby wall (Ringmuren), Powder Tower, Visby botanical gardens
Holtenau
Holtenau is a small port town, and suburb of the larger Kiel. Situated at the mouth of the Kiel Canal, this small town is used mainly for shipping and transit, as Kiel airport is also located within Holtenau.
Country - Germany
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance to Airport - 0kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)
Places of Interest
Kiel Canal, Lighthouse
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
Alesund
Aalesund is a beautiful city surrounded by high mountains and deep fjords. It is situated in the middle of Norway's most spectacular places like Trollveggen, Trollstigen, Geiranger and Runde with this city as your base. They are all only a couple of hours travel from Ålesund city. It is a popular stop for cruise liners exploring the Norwegian fjordlands.
Country - Norway
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 225kms
Currency - Kroner (NOK)
Places of Interest
Runde, Alnes
Geiranger
Geiranger is the jewel of Norway's fjord districtty. Majestic, snow-covered mountain peaks, beautiful and wild waterfalls, lush, green vegetation and the deep blue waters make it an ideal stopover while cruising Norway's fjords
Country - Norway
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance to Airport - 400kms
Currency - Kroner (NOK)
Places of Interest Omesvingen, Flydaljuvet, the Fjords
Leknes
This pristine environment is much as the ice age left it 10,000 years ago. But don't assume that because the Lofotens are north of the Arctic Circle that they are raw, wind-ravaged places: the season of fruitfulness may be short here, but from mid-May the ground bursts forth with wild flowers and berries, the skies are filled with cuckoos, curlews and eagles, and the water churns with migrating cod and salmon. When the sun shines there's a clarity in the air here which almost defies description, picking out beaches of clean white sand and piercing water so pure that you can watch the starfish grazing, 30ft down.
Country - Norway
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance to Airport - 4kms
Currency - Norwegian Kroner (NOK)
Places of Interest
Borge Viking Settlement
Honningsvag
Honningsvag is the last village before Norway's mysterious North Cape, beyond which lies only icy water before one reaches the North Pole. This expanse of wilderness is marred by nothing save an occasional herd of reindeer. Honningsvag is your gateway to this natural splendor.
Country - Norway
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - kms
Currency - Kroner (NOK)
Places of Interest
Midnight Sun, Nordkapp, North Cape Hall
Tromso
Tromso possesses the true wonders of the polar environment: glistening glacial ridges, the icy clear waters of Lake Prestvatn, even windswept valleys where reindeer roam free. Amidst the beauty, there is fascinating history to be found as well, from ancient northern settlements to signs of sacrificial sites that date back centuries
Country - Norway
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 7kms
Currency - Kroner (NOK)
Places of Interest Polar Museum, Northen Lights Planetarium, Polaria Artic Centre
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
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
