Activity Level 1: Leisurely
Leisurely pace with light physical activity. Expect intermittent walking at a relaxed pace, for up to 1 hour on mostly even terrain. Must be able to climb at least one flight of stairs and board the coach unassisted.
Aboard the Emerald Princess
Leisurely pace with light physical activity. Expect intermittent walking at a relaxed pace, for up to 1 hour on mostly even terrain. Must be able to climb at least one flight of stairs and board the coach unassisted.
We fly direct from Toronto to London.
Transfer to our centrally-located hotel, with free time to rest and explore before our Welcome Dinner.
We board the beautiful Emerald Princess and set sail for Norway and the Northern Lights.
A day to become acquainted with your fellow passengers, the ship, and all the facilities and activities on board.
A day to relax, watch the passing seascape, and enjoy the endless array of activities onboard our ship.
Trondheim is one of the oldest cities in Norway and a key commercial and cultural centre. Highlights include the Nidaros Cathedral, the Archbishop’s Palace, and the old city’s 17th-century wood buildings.
Pamper yourself in the spa, browse the boutiques, sip afternoon tea, or just curl up in your deck chair with a good book.
Located north of the Arctic Circle, Tromsø has been a gateway for Arctic explorers and hunters since the 18th century. Today it’s home to the world’s northernmost university, which fuels a vibrant cultural scene and events like the Midnight Sun Marathon.
Alta, known as the “City of the Northern Lights,” attracts visitors worldwide with its incredible Aurora Borealis displays. It also offers access to the Finnmarksvidda plateau, Northern Europe’s Grand Canyon, and features UNESCOprotected rock carvings and rich Sami culture. (Overnight in port.)
Spend another day exploring this fascinating area. The ship sails this evening.
Relax, spend some time at the spa, get together with new friends for drinks, or take in a show.
Gravdal, part of the Lofoten Archipelago, is our gateway to dramatic landscapes and picturesque villages above the Arctic Circle. Points of interest include the Viking Museum at Borg, the scenic villages of Nusfjord and Henningsvær, and Flakstad Church.
A day at leisure to enjoy on-board dining, activities and entertainment.
The island of Giske is believed to be the birthplace of Viking Rollo, who founded the Duchy of Normandy, and is linked to William the Conqueror. Ålesund is known for its picturesque port, the nearby fjords and Sunnmøre Alps.
Enjoy the world of exciting activities on board our ship, from cooking demonstrations to dance contests, and wine tasting.
Enjoy your last day on the ship as we sail back to Southampton.
We disembark in Southampton and proceed to London, where we enjoy a panoramic sightseeing tour. Highlights include Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge, Big Ben, the Tower of London, St. Paul’s Cathedral, the Canadian War Memorial, and much more. Our tour finishes at our centrally-located hotel, where we will have some time at leisure before our Farewell Dinner.
We fly back to Canada.
You may cancel your tour up to 60 days prior to departure (90 days prior for tours requiring a visa, cruises or rail journeys) for any reason, and receive a full refund of your deposit / payment (less the $75 administration fee).
Cancellation & trip interruption insurance included!
Included in the cost of your tour is our Cancellation Insurance Policy, which provides coverage in case of emergency injury or illness (including Covid), right up to your date of departure (terms and conditions apply).
Our Manulife Out-of-Country Health Insurance Plan covers expenses related to Trip Interruption in case of emergency injury or illness. For tours within Canada, Senior Discovery Tours will cover such expenses (terms and conditions apply to all policies).