northern cities voyage

At the mouth of the Rio Douro lies the city of Porto, known mostly for its port wine, but with origins dating back to the 5th century, there is plenty to see such as the Ribeira neighborhood along the river.

Spend the day sailing in style aboard your boutique hotel at sea. Indulge in a treatment at Sanctum Spa, stay ship shape with a class at our fitness center, or lounge the day away on our sunny pool deck.In the evening, savor inspired Italian cuisine at Aqualina, or relish in a classic steakhouse experience at Prime C. Plus, you’ll find plenty of exciting evening entertainment, from thrilling shows at Cabaret Lounge to intimate performances in the Living Room.

Guernsey is a self-governing British Crown Dependency dating back to 1066; St. Peter Port overlooks the harbor, with rows of brightly painted houses and terraced gardens plus cliff-side paths ideal for rambles.

Honfleur is a lively town and a bustling port, where fishermen can be seen hauling in the daily catch, and where the quality of light has long attracted illustrious artists such as Monet, Turner and Millet.

The stunning white chalk cliffs of Dover that face France and its secret tunnels from WWII—plus the charms of nearby Canterbury and its stunning cathedral (the oldest in England)—make for fascinating visit. Steeped in tradition, but is also a modern and vibrant city

Discover the vibrant port of Dunkirk, France, steeped in history and maritime charm. Explore the Dunkirk War Museum, wander along the picturesque waterfront, and indulge in moules-frites (mussels and french fries) at charming restaurants.

Modern architecture and multiculturalism meet old-world charm and rich maritime history along the Rotte River in Rotterdam, the Gateway to Europe.

Operating since 1895, Kiel Canal is the world’s busiest artificial waterway, linking the North Sea with the Baltic and cutting 250 miles off the journey by eliminating the need to sail around Jutland Peninsula.

The quiet, neat streets of Wismar belie its varied history. Established in the 1200s by a German royal with roots in a Slavic dynasty, Wismar spent 200 years under the Swedish Empire and as an industrial port of East Germany.

An idyllic seaside town on Sweden’s western coast, Helsingborg is a study in contrasts: a cosmopolitan and forward-thinking city with a remarkably well-preserved old town that offers a compelling glimpse into its medieval Danish roots.

Copenhagen is known as a city of spires: The skyline of its medieval core is punctuated by the steeples of churches and towers of palaces, though a modern building boom has overtaken other parts of the city.