Ocean Discovery – Ijmuiden, Edinburgh & Invergordon

About this cruise

A trip this long changes your rhythm entirely, and that's very much the point. 11 nights from Southampton on August 15, 2027, visiting IJmuiden (Amsterdam), Leith (Edinburgh) and Invergordon, with additional stops along the British Isles & Western France. The itinerary clusters several port calls together. Fast-paced for a few days, then the sea days hit and you can catch your breath. The British Isles & Western France route takes in Netherlands, United Kingdom, Ireland, Belgium and France, 5 countries, and the differences show up in the food, the architecture, and the mood. You get around 11 hours in each port, which is enough for an excursion, lunch, and some wandering around on your own. When you're not ashore, Norwegian Star keeps you well fed. 13 places to eat, with 4 included in the fare and a few specialty spots if you're in the mood. One of the underrated parts of a longer cruise: you actually get to know people. The couple from dinner, the group at trivia, the bartender who remembers your drink. Suits retirees, remote workers, or anyone who doesn't need to be anywhere else for a while. An August departure puts you in the best summer conditions: long days, warm nights, plenty of sun. You start in Southampton and come back with stories from Netherlands, United Kingdom, Ireland, Belgium and France.