9 days, round-trip Northern Europe Fjords from Hamburg

About this cruise

There's a reason 9-night cruises are the most popular length. This one sails from Hamburg on September 3, 2026 and visits Bergen, Geiranger, Ålesund, Nordfjordeid, Flåm and Måløy. The itinerary clusters several port calls together. Fast-paced for a few days, then the sea days hit and you can catch your breath. Waterfalls dropping straight into fjords, villages perched on cliffsides. Northern Europe doesn't do subtle. You get around 9 hours in each port, which is enough for an excursion, lunch, and some wandering around on your own. When you're not ashore, Costa Favolosa holds 3,016 guests across 13 decks. It's a big ship, with plenty to keep you busy. A September sailing dodges the peak crowds while the weather is still cooperating. Well timed. Whether you've cruised before or not, this 9-night itinerary is a genuinely good one.