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This cruise starts on Wednesday, July 21, 2027 in Copenhagen, Denmark. Day 1: Copenhagen, Denmark - Arrivals Effortlessly cool and down to earth, Copenhagen is a contemporary, clean and classy highlight of Scandinavia. A city built to be liveable, Copenhagen has refused to compromise, resulting in a forward-thinking metropolis that’s green and clean. On your arrival at the Copenhagen Airport in Denmark (CPH), please transfer to our luxury ship, the Silver Dawn and you will be able to board the ship and rest after your flight. After some time to settle in your state-of-the-art luxury suite, we'll meet in the evening at one of the exclusive restaurants for a welcome meeting and cocktails onboard the Silver Dawn and toast the upcoming Nordic adventures that await us as we set sail for our ultimate Norwegian journey. Day 2: Day at Sea Days at sea are the perfect opportunity to relax, unwind, and catch up with what you've been meaning to do. So whether that is going to the gym, visiting the spa, whale-watching, catching up on your reading, or simply topping up your tan, these blue sea days are the perfect balance to busy days spent exploring shoreside. Day 3: Molde (Romsdal), Norway Today, we’ll explore Molde, known as the “City of Roses,” during a picturesque half-day excursion through the city and its beautiful surroundings. We’ll begin with a scenic drive through Molde’s charming downtown area before continuing to the Romsdal Open-Air Museum. Established in 1912, this is one of Norway’s largest and most comprehensive folk museums, featuring more than 50 historic buildings from throughout the region. We’ll then enjoy a lively performance of Norwegian folk dancing by local children dressed in traditional national costumes. Afterward, we’ll continue to Mount Varden, where we’ll stop at the Varden Viewpoint to admire spectacular panoramic views of the Romsdal Alps, with their 222 snow-capped peaks, as well as the tranquil fjord and surrounding islands. Following our visit, we’ll enjoy a short drive back to the pier. NOTE: Other excursions may be booked for an additional fee in your my.silversea account Day 4: Trondheim, Norway In the morning, we'll arrive at the colorful, historic capital of Norway, Trondheim, whose history dates back to 997 AD, when it was founded by Viking King Olav Tryggvason. We'll join our tour leader for a walking tour of Norway's oldest city, as we savor the town's atmosphere and blend of ancient and modern architecture. We'll get the chance to tour Nidaros Cathedral, the 12th-century Gothic structure which is Scandinavia's largest medieval building, known for its magnificent stained-glass windows. The construction of the cathedral started in 1070 AD over the grave of St. Olav, and it is still an important destination for Christian pilgrims. We'll stop by Market Square, cross the charming Old Bridge, and visit the old town of Bakklandet, with many picturesque wooden houses are painted in vivid colors. NOTE: Other excursions may be booked for an additional fee in your my.silversea account Day 5: Andalsnes, Norway Åndalsnes is located at the mouth of the river Rauma, at the shores of the Romsdalsfjord, one of the fjords protected as a UNESCO world heritage site. Famous in the 19th century for salmon fishing, the Rauma flows through the Romsdalen Valley widely considered to be some of the most breathtaking scenery in all of Norway. Although the river’s salmon stocks are now being replenished, today Andalsnes is better known as a center of excellence for Norwegian alpine sports. Today, we’ll experience the spectacular Romsdalsfjord on an exhilarating RIB boat adventure.We’ll set out on an approximately one-hour high-speed ride through the fjord, speeding across crystal-clear waters surrounded by towering mountains and dramatic rock formations. Our captain will share information about the area as we take in the breathtaking landscapes of one of Norway’s most spectacular west-coast fjords. NOTE: Other excursions may be booked for an additional fee in your my.silversea account Day 6: Olden, Norway Quaint wooden farmhouses sit below jagged mountain peaks, in this land of superlative natural features. Today, we'll witness nature at its most spectacular, as we visit tiny Olden, a village of just 500 people, which is swallowed by its colossal surroundings. The village nestles at the mouth of the Oldeelva River, on the southern banks of Norway’s sixth-longest fjord, Nordfjord. Olden is surrounded by valleys, carved by the slow grind of mighty glaciers, peeling off from immense ice caps. We'll travel through the beautiful Olden Valley to the Briksdal Glacier, one of the most spectacular arms of the Jostedal Glacier. We’ll enjoy an approximately 40-minute scenic drive along the shores of Floen and Olden lakes, with views of the Melkevoll Glacier and surrounding mountains. At Briksdal Mountain Lodge, we’ll board an open-air Trollcar for a thrilling 15–20-minute ride up the winding mountain road to a viewpoint overlooking the Briksdal Glacier, an arm of mainland Europe’s largest glacier. NOTE: Other excursions may be booked for an additional fee in your my.silversea account Day 7: Bergen, Norway Today, we'll arrive in the city of Bergen. Founded more than 900 years ago, Bergen has its roots in the Viking Era. As one of the ports of the Hanseatic League, for several hundred years Bergen was the center of prosperous trade between Norway and the rest of Europe. We’ll begin with a scenic drive through Bergen’s residential areas to Fantoft Stave Church, where we’ll take a guided tour inside this remarkable medieval church. Originally built around 1150, the church was moved to Fantoft in 1883 and carefully restored after a devastating fire in 1992. We’ll continue to Troldhaugen, the lakeside home of renowned composer Edvard Grieg and his wife, Nina, for 22 years. We’ll finish with a scenic drive through the heart of Bergen, passing the Fish Market, Hanseatic Bryggen, St. Mary’s Church, Koengen, and the medieval Bergenhus Fortress. NOTE: Other excursions may be booked for an additional fee in your my.silversea account Day 8: Vik, Norway On the southern shores of the Sognefjord, one of the longest fjords in the world, we'll find the hidden gem of Vik, this is Fjordland at its finest. Named by the National Geographic Traveler magazine as "the world's most iconic destination", legend has it that Vikings and Trolls battled on these very waters and the pretty stave churches, of which Vik has two, are built on sacred Norse land. Vik is a place that could have been written about by Tolkein; a mysterious land where mists roll off the mountains, the air is crisp and the silent, glassy fjords are definitely the ruler of the kingdom. Today's walking tour will begin with a shoreline stroll to historic Vikøyri, passing beautifully preserved 19th-century wooden houses and traditional boathouses. Well also visit the Kristianhus center, where we can learn about Viks famous traditional gammelost, or aged cheese.Well continue to Hopperstad Stave Church, a remarkable dark-timbered medieval church dating from around 1130. Well admire its distinctive dragon-head carvings and historic atmosphere, and the Hove Stone Church, one of Norways oldest stone buildings, dating to around 1170. Surrounded by peaceful, flat cemetery grounds, the church offers a serene glimpse into Norway's medieval heritage. NOTE: Other excursions may be booked for an additional fee in your my.silversea account Day 9: Day at Sea Days at sea are the perfect opportunity to relax, unwind, and catch up with what you've been meaning to do. So whether that is going to the gym, visiting the spa, whale-watching, catching up on your reading, or simply topping up your tan, these blue sea days are the perfect balance to busy days spent exploring shoreside. Day 10: Lysekil, Sweden Today, we’ll arrive in Lysekil, a charming coastal town on Sweden’s west coast, known for its picturesque harbor, historic wooden houses, pink granite cliffs, and beautiful island views. We;ll explore the town on a walking tour led by our tour leader, beginning at Kungstorget and Lysekil Church, built entirely from pink granite. We'll continue through Gamlestan Old Town, with its charming 19th-century wooden houses, before following the Västerhavspromenaden Boardwalk along the sea cliffs into Stångehuvud Nature Reserve, where we'll admire the distinctive pink granite formations and small white lighthouse. NOTE: Other excursions may be booked for an additional fee in your my.silversea account Day 11: Copenhagen, Denmark Today, we'll say farewell to the breathtaking landscapes of Norway and Denmark. From the majestic fjords and towering peaks of Norway to Denmark’s charming towns and elegant coastline, the journey has been filled with unforgettable beauty and cultural richness. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time for a final stroll through Copenhagen, to wander along its scenic canals, breathe in the fresh Nordic air, and take in views of its graceful spires and modern waterfront before your departure.
The cruise ends after breakfast on Saturday, July 31, 2027 in Copenhagen, Denmark. |