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Northern Europe Cruises

Fjords, midnight sun and imperial capitals. Northern Europe cruises reach Norway’s dramatic coast, the Baltic’s grand cities and the wild British Isles.

Northern Europe is Europe’s scenic north: sail the mirror-still Norwegian fjords past Geiranger and Bergen, tour the Baltic capitals of Copenhagen, Stockholm, Tallinn and Helsinki, chase the midnight sun to the North Cape, or circle the British Isles and Iceland. A cruise specialist matches you to the right ship, route and season.

Why Cruise Northern Europe?

The fjords

Geiranger, Nærøyfjord and Bergen’s gateway coast.

Baltic capitals

Copenhagen, Stockholm, Tallinn and Helsinki.

Midnight sun

Long summer days and the North Cape.

British Isles & Iceland

Castles, coasts and dramatic islands.

Northern Europe Regions

Cruise ship moored in a Norwegian fjord at Geiranger

Norwegian Fjords

Geiranger, Flåm and Bergen.

Baltic Sea

Copenhagen, Stockholm, Tallinn, Helsinki.

North Cape

Above the Arctic Circle in the midnight sun.

British Isles

Scotland, Ireland and the Channel.

Popular Northern Europe Itineraries

  • Norwegian fjords from Southampton or Copenhagen
  • Baltic capitals & Scandinavia
  • North Cape & the midnight sun
  • British Isles circumnavigations
  • Iceland & the Norwegian coast

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Northern Europe Cruises — Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time for a Northern Europe cruise?

The season runs May–September; June–July brings the midnight sun and warmest weather, while late season offers lower fares.

Fjords or the Baltic?

Fjords are all about scenery; the Baltic is about grand capitals and history. A specialist helps you pick or combine them.

Where do Northern Europe cruises leave from?

Commonly Southampton, Copenhagen, Amsterdam or Stockholm; a specialist factors in flights and pre-cruise stays.

How do I get a quote?

Request up to 5 free, no-obligation quotes from a cruise specialist and compare ships, routes and dates.