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Majestic Norwegian fjords, stark Icelandic scenery, medieval towns and cities dotted with grand imperial buildings, this is a wonderful region to explore on a cruise or small ship expedition. Spot arctic wildlife in Spitsbergen and explore medieval villages in Denmark. Glide along canals of St Petersburg past the palatial buildings and be awestruck by the pristine waters and stunning landscapes of Norway’s fjords.

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Viking Homelands

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Northern Lights Cruises Cruises) — Northern Lights Cruises
Set off in search of nature's cosmic show on a Northern Lights cruise. Travel September to April for the best chance to see the Aurora Borealis.

Norway & Iceland Cruises Cruises) — Norway & Iceland Cruises
Cruise through waters chartered by Vikings before you as you discover breathtaking landscapes and charming coastal villages that call them home.

Norwegian Fjords Cruises Cruises) — Norwegian Fjords Cruises
Take an unforgettable cruise along Norway’s dramatic coastline to marvel at stunning fjords and glistening glaciers gliding by.

Discover Highlights of cruising around the Baltic and Scandinavia

The Canals of St Petersburg

Swap your cruise ship for a canal cruise as you explore St Petersburg on the water, passing by the iconic highlights and under elegant bridges.

Witness Medieval Mercantile History

Explore the colourful village of Rønne, on the Danish island of Bornholm. Observe the low timbered, red roofed houses of medieval merchants as you wander the cobblestone lanes.

Cruise the Kiel Canal

Cutting a passage through Germany from the North Sea to the Baltic Sea, the Kiel Canal is a fascinating bucket list route for cruise buffs.

Arctic Wildlife Adventures

Kayak through pristine arctic waters among floating icebergs as you look for lounging walrus, witness colonies of rare seabirds and even catch sight of a polar bear as you explore Spitsbergen on a small ship expedition.

Majestic Norwegian Fjords

Your ship is dwarfed by the sheer cliffs and snow capped mountains as you cruise stunning Norwegian fjords. Breathe in fresh Nordic air and epic landscapes when you ascend Europe’s largest mountain plateau, Hardangervidda.

Recent Reviews What our clients are saying about their cruises around the Arctic, Baltic and Scandinavia

Viking Homelands Eileen & David, WA, Australia, Aug 2019

We were so impressed with our recent ocean cruise onboard the Viking Sky. We boarded the ship on 25th August to do The Viking Homelands, and loved everything about the whole journey. So much to do onboard with space for everyone and the free excursions in every port with excellent local guides and time to explore afterwards, as well as optional more ...read more

Viking Ocean cruising ... hard to fault Chris, QLD, Australia, Aug 2019

Thanks Jemma at Global Journeys for all the work to get us on this fabulous trip. The planning and documentation phases were perfect - as was the trip. We had travelled on a Viking river cruise before - so felt confident of our choice for Viking for an ocean cruise. Wow - the Viking ocean performance was absolutely fantastic in every aspect - from the ...read more

Lovely Viking cruise Debbie & Murray, SA, Australia, Jun 2019

We recently travelled on the Viking Jupiter from Bergen, Norway to Greenwich, London. Our cruise ship was almost brand new, we had a very spacious room, staff were lovely and friendly, meals of very good quality. The scenery along the coast of Norway was stunning. The optional excursions in each port were a little disappointing, not a lot to see ...read more

Excellent cruise on Viking Sky, a lovely ship Geoff & Nicole, NSW, Australia, Jun 2019

First time we have sailed with Viking and will do so again if the right itinerary comes along. There seemed to be plenty of space on the ship. Entertainment was excellent and food was good. Met some lovely people on the cruise.

Explore More Your guide to cruising the Arctic, Baltic and Scandinavia

27 September, 2021
Explore The Heart of Coastal Norway
Having established the Original Coastal Route along the coast of Norway 128 years ago, Hurtigruten is integral to, and ingrained in, the Norwegian culture and way of life. Their unmatched experience in sailing these waters, makes them the local experts, and no one knows the fjords, wildlife,...