NATURAL WONDERS & WILDLIFE

The dramatic landscapes of these areas are presented at their very best in our cruises here. There are voyages specially timed to see puffins in Iceland, witness the Midnight Sun and encounter the world's largest population of humpback whales in the waters of Arctic Canada. Scenic Discoveries are planned to show you remote natural wonders, and wildlife charity ORCA will be on board most sailings to help you spot marine and bird life from out on our spacious open decks.

Natural Wonders Of Iceland

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Newcastle

Cruising

Reykjavík, Iceland

Ísafjörður, Iceland

Cruising by Hornbjarg, Iceland

Cruising by Drangaskörð, Iceland

Akureyri, Iceland

Cruising Eyjafjörður, Iceland

Cruising by Hrísey, Iceland

Crossing the Arctic Circle

Cruising by Grímsey, Iceland

Cruising by Borgarfjörður Eystri, Iceland

Seyðisfjörður, Iceland

Cruising

Newcastle

WHALES & VOLCANIC LANDSCAPES OF ICELAND

17th April 2024 · Balmoral · Sail from Newcastle

9 nights · Cruise code L2410

Highlights

During this discovery of Iceland’s natural wonders, you can encounter geology and geothermal activity, from thundering waterfalls to bursting geysers. There’s even a chance to snorkel the Silfra Fissure, a rift between two continents filled with crystal-clear water • From Akureyri, you can go in search of humpback whales in their natural habitat, while in Isafjörður and Seyðisfjörður you can see what life is like in the more remote areas of Iceland • There will be plenty of Scenic Discovery highlights too, including crossing the Arctic Circle to sail by Grímsey Island at sunset, and passing sites immortalised in Icelandic folklore, such as Hornstrandir and the Borgarfjörður Eystri

Prices from £1,299 pp

14th May 2024 · Borealis · Sail from Southampton

11 nights · Cruise code S2410

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Southampton

Cruising

Reykjavík, Iceland

Ísafjörður, Iceland

Cruising by Hornbjarg, Iceland

Akureyri, Iceland

Cruising Eyjafjörður, Iceland

Cruising by Hrísey, Iceland

Cruising by Grimsey, Iceland

Crossing the Arctic Circle

Cruising by Borgarfjörður Eystri, Iceland

Cruising by Mykines, Faroe Islands

Tórshavn, Faroe Islands

Cruising

Southampton

Our team has designed this cruise to show you some of Iceland’s remarkable wonders of nature created by geothermal activity, such as spurting geysers, continental plates and thundering waterfalls • As well as being a great time for whale-watching, we’ve planned your visit to give you a chance to see puffins, and wildlife charity ORCA will be on board to help you spot birds and cetaceans from your ship • Borealis will cruise Iceland’s longest fjord, past its northernmost inhabited land, and by Borgarfj örður Eystri, home to elves, according to local folklore • You can also uncover the way of life in the remote Westfjords; witness the powerful Goðafoss Waterfall, and enjoy a visit to the Faroe Islands

Prices from £1,699 pp

Newcastle

Cruising

Ålesund, Norway

Cruising

Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen, Svalbard

Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen, Svalbard

Cruising Tempelfjord (past Tuna Glacier), Svalbard

Cruising

Hammerfest, Norway

Alta, Finnmark, Norway

Tromsø, Norway

Cruising Tjeldsundet Strait, Norway

Cruising by Seven Sisters mountain range, Norway

Cruising by Torghatten, Norway

Kristiansund, Norway

Cruising Newcastle

The Olsen Way Highlights

On this exploration of the isolated lands of Spitsbergen, you can witness nature in all its forms, from the surreal phenomenon that is the Midnight Sun to elusive marine life, which you can search for from the comfort of Balmoral with the help of wildlife charity ORCA • Experience what life was like in remote Longyearbyen, donning your own miner's helmet as you explore a disused mine, fully immersing yourself in the town's past • Elsewhere you can uncover local Sámi culture and visit the 'Gateway to the Arctic', Tromsø • Marvel at remarkable scenery as Balmoral cruises past Torghatten –a mountain with a hole through its centre, the Seven Sisters mountains, and Tempelfjorden's Temple Mountain

Prices from £2,199 pp

WHALES & VOLCANIC LANDSCAPES OF ICELAND

Liverpool

Cruising

Reykjavík, Iceland

Reykjavík, Iceland

Ísafjörður, Iceland

Cruising by Hornbjarg, Iceland

Crossing the Arctic Circle

Akureyri, Iceland

Cruising Eyjafjörður, Iceland

Cruising by Hrísey, Iceland

Cruising by Borgarfjörður Eystri, Iceland

Seyðisfjörður, Iceland

Tórshavn, Faroe Islands

Cruising by Gáshólmur, Tindhólmur & Drangarnir

Cruising by Gásadalur, Faroe Islands

Cruising by Mykines, Faroe Islands

Cruising by Vestmanna Cliff s, Faroe Islands

Cruising by Cape Enniberg, Faroe Islands

Klaksvík, Faroe Islands

Cruising

Liverpool

WHALES & VOLCANIC LANDSCAPES OF ICELAND

The Olsen Way Highlights

Remarkable scenery, fascinating wildlife and wonders of nature await on this exploration of Iceland, planned to coincide with the phenomenon of the Midnight Sun, and for the best time of year to see puffins • As well as on a whale-watching tour from Akureyri, you will have the chance to spot marine life from Bolette with the help of wildlife charity ORCA • Geothermal activity presents itself at every turn, from thundering waterfalls to spurting geysers, while uncovering the way of life in the remote Westfjords makes for an insightful experience • Enjoy the Faroe Islands with a visit to the capital and Scenic Discoveries taking in the likes of photogenic Gásadalur and the dramatic Vestmanna cliffs

Prices from £1,899 pp

THE LIFE & LANDSCAPES OF ICELAND

11th July 2024 · Borealis · Sail from Dover

The Olsen Way Highlights

Along with your visit being timed to see puffins before they migrate, this rewarding journey has been designed by our Journey Planners to show you Iceland’s remarkable scenery formed by geothermal activity • Akureyri is well-located for humpback whale-watching tours. You can also search for marine life from the comfort of your ship, assisted by wildlife charity ORCA. Elsewhere, tours to Vigur Island (reachable from Ísafjörður) and a visit to the hard-to-reach island of Heimaey present the best chances of spotting puffins • Awe-inspiring wonders of nature can be seen throughout your cruise, including the spurting Strokkur Geyser, the powerful Goðafoss Waterfall, and rugged, volcanic scenery

Our team has crafted this cruise to show you some of the most awe-inspiring nature in Iceland • Grundarfj örður is your gateway to the Snæfellsjökull National Park, with its glacier, black beaches, bird cliffs and craters, while Reykjavik is wellplaced for exploring volcanic landscapes and geothermal sites • Chances to encounter wildlife present themselves at every turn. As well as your cruise being timed to give you a chance to spot puffins, particularly in Heimaey, you will have the opportunity to go whale-watching from Akureyri and spot marine life from your ship with the help of wildlife charity ORCA • From Tórshavn, you can uncover the Faroe’s landscapes formed by volcanic activity over centuries

Prices from £1,799 pp

DISCOVERING THE ARCTIC’S WILDLIFE & REMOTE LANDSCAPES

19th July 2024 · Bolette · Sail from Liverpool 27 nights · Cruise code T2417 Liverpool

Cruising

St John's, Newfoundland, Canada

Cruising

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Cruising

Corner Brook, Newfoundland, Canada

Cruising Humber Arm & Bay of Islands, Canada Red Bay, Labrador, Canada

L'anse Aux Meadows, Newfoundland, Canada

Cruising

Cruising coast of Akpatok Island, Canada

Cruise by Resolution Island, Canada

Cruising by Lower Savage Islands, Canada

Cruising

Nuuk, Greenland

Cruising

Nanortalik, Greenland

Narsarsuaq, Greenland

Cruise Prins Christiansund, Greenland Cruising

Reykjavík, Iceland Cruising

The Olsen Way Highlights

This voyage takes you off the beaten track to remote destinations, where you can gain an insight into the local way of life while capturing unspoilt scenery and elusive wildlife • Your cruise has been timed to encounter the world's largest population of humpbacks off Newfoundland, which you can search for with the help of wildlife charity ORCA. You may also be lucky enough to spot a polar bear climbing the rocky islands of Nunavut • Geological wonders await your discovery, too, from Iceland's geysers and waterfalls to Greenland's glaciers and icebergs • Elsewhere, you can uncover societies shaped by emigration, such as Nova Scotia with its Scottish heritage and the Viking archaeological site of L'Anse Aux Meadows

Prices from £3,799 pp

ICELAND'S WHALES, WATERFALLS & WAY OF LIFE

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Newcastle

Cruising by Duncansby sea stacks, Scotland

Cruising Pentland Firth, Scotland

Cruising

Reykjavík, Iceland

Ísafjörður, Iceland

Cruising by Hornbjarg, Iceland

Akureyri, Iceland

Cruising Eyjafjörður, Iceland

Cruising by Hrísey, Iceland

Cruising by Borgarfjörður Eystri, Iceland

Cruising by Mykines, Faroe Islands

Tórshavn, Faroe Islands

Cruising

Newcastle

WHALES, WATERFALLS & GEYSERS OF ICELAND

The Olsen Way Highlights

Remarkable landscapes, intriguing folklore and fascinating wildlife await your discovery on this journey to Iceland • Reykjavik is well-placed for discovering geothermal areas, volcanic vistas and thundering waterfalls, while Ísafj örður is ideal for delving into the local way of life in one of the country’s most remote areas • You can join a whalewatching tour in Akureyri, while also having the chance to spot cetaceans from your ship with the help of wildlife charity ORCA • There will be plenty of Scenic Discoveries too, including cruising past the Hornbjarg cliff s in the remote Westfj ords region – timed to coincide with sunset – and the Borgarfj örður Eystri, home to elves, according to local legend

Prices from £1,499 pp

Exploring Iceland In Eight Nights

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The Olsen Way Highlights

In just nine nights, Bolette will present you with Iceland’s incredible scenery, including volcanic landscapes and geothermal areas, as well as plenty of wildlife and culture • You can learn about Iceland’s belief in elves and their part in national folklore, especially as you cruise by Borgarfjörður Eystri, thought to be home to these mythical creatures • Wildlife charity ORCA will be on board to help you search for marine life from your ship. There’s also the chance to take a whale-watching tour from Akureyri • Wonders of nature await at every turn, from the Strokkur geyser and Goðafoss Waterfall to Eyjafjörður – Iceland’s longest fjord, and the sheer cliff of Hornbjarg – seen during sunset

Prices from £1,499 pp

The Olsen Way Highlights

Our team has crafted this cruise to showcase Iceland’s volcanic landscapes, geothermal activity and fascinating culture while also timing your visit to off er the best chance of seeing some incredible wildlife – all in a shorter-than-usual duration • Venturing to Ísafjörður presents an opportunity to discover the way of life in one of Iceland’s most remote regions • Spurting geysers, thundering waterfalls and puffins are yours to admire from Reykjavík, while Akureyri is wellplaced for visiting the mighty Goðafoss Waterfall or whalewatching • You can also search for marine life from Borealis with the help of wildlife charity ORCA, especially while cruising Eyjafjörður, a haven for cetaceans and birds

Prices from £1,299 pp