Basalt & Fjord – Edinburgh & Bergen

About this cruise

You come back from a trip like this actually rested, not just "I went on vacation" rested. 14 nights from Reykjavik on August 22, 2027, visiting Kirkwall, Leith (Edinburgh) and Rotterdam, with additional stops along the Northern Europe & Scandinavia. You finish in Amsterdam. The sea days come first, which means no rushing to get off the ship on day one. You hit the ports relaxed and ready. The Northern Europe & Scandinavia route takes in United Kingdom, Netherlands and Norway, 3 countries, and the differences show up in the food, the architecture, and the mood. Amsterdam alone is worth the trip, Canals, bicycles, and Golden Age masterpieces. Roughly 9 hours ashore per stop. No need to rush. Rotterdam keeps you well fed. 12 places to eat, with 6 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. The shows alone are worth the extra nights. You'll catch comedy, music, theatre, and themed evenings you'd miss on a shorter trip. If you've done the short cruises and want more, this is the upgrade. Longer, deeper, and more relaxed. If you can, add a night in Reykjavik before boarding. It's a good city to wander. And August means long, warm days. Good for the ports, good for the pool. Worth booking. That's the short version.