Isles of the North: Shetland, Faroe & Iceland

Isles of the North: Shetland, Faroe & Iceland

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Cruise the storied Northern seas to discover exceptional scenery, islands steeped in Viking lore, and remote shores boasting impressive histories and unrivaled natural treasures. On the Shetland Islands, visit the remarkable archaeological site of Jarlshof, an extraordinary settlement embracing more than 5,000 years of human history. In Iceland, traverse otherworldly landscapes: the edge of a river-fed waterfall; a dramatic lava field filled with pillars, towers and caves; and a high-temperature thermal field dotted with fumaroles and mudpots. Along the way, our experts share their knowledge and perspectives on the histories of these remarkable lands. Complimentary alcoholic & nonalcoholic beverages are included throughout the cruise!

Pricing from
$6,690

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Trip Type
Group Travel Tour, International Ocean & Sea Voyages
Departure Dates
Jun 11, 2025 - Jun 19, 2025

EXTENSIONS

PRE-PROGRAM OPTION – Denmark & Norway 
June 6 to 12, 2025 (Program Begins: June 7)
Our 5-night itinerary extension explores the storied past of these countries while basking in majestic scenery. Visit Stalheim, Norway, and then travel aboard the Bergen Railway from Voss to Oslo, over Europe’s highest mountain plateau. Take a scenic walking tour of Oslo and visit the Opera House. In Copenhagen, visit the Viking Ship Museum and explore the ancient Roskilde Cathedral. Take a canal cruise through the city to see Copenhagen’s iconic sites. Stay in historic hotels and spend one night aboard the award-winning Seaways Ferry.
Price per person, based on double occupancy: $3,295
Price per person, based on single occupancy: $4,295

POST-PROGRAM OPTION – Reykjavik
June 19 to 21, 2025 (Program Ends: June 21)
Explore the captivating city of Reykjavík and its surrounding natural wonders. Begin with a city tour, stopping at the iconic Perlan museum and the National Museum. Then on a full-day excursion to the legendary Golden Circle, visit the UNESCO‑listed Þingvellir National Park, which is both geologically dramatic and historically significant. Gaze at the Strokkur geyser and behold breathtaking Gullfoss, a spectacular double waterfall. Parliament Hotel Reykjavík.
Price per person, based on double occupancy: $1,995
Price per person, based on single occupancy: $2,595

TRANSFER INFORMATION

Airport transfers and luggage handling abroad are only included if air arrangements are booked through Gohagan & Company. If travelers make their own air arrangements, transfers and luggage handling are not included; transfers can be organized through Gohagan & Company and purchased by the traveler.

EDUCATIONAL EXPERTS

  • Grace Gary

    Grace Gary

    > Grace Gary’s relationship with the National Trust began when, while in graduate school, she was chosen as a National Trust Maritime Intern.  She’s hard to pin down on how many years ago that was, but she admits to having served as a lecturer on more-than fifty Trust tours over a span of more-than thirty years.  She is also the author of two titles in the Trust’s “Information” series and served as director of the Trust’s Mid-Atlantic Regional Office.  She also served as executive director of Preservation Pennsylvania, Longue Vue House and Gardens, Colonial Williamsburg’s Tourism Leadership Program, and Nemours Mansion and Gardens.  While at Nemours she oversaw an $80 million restoration program, which received the highest award from the AIA ever bestowed on a restoration project.  She and fellow National Trust Tours lecturer Dwight Young also co-authored “Nemours: A Portrait of Alfred I. DuPont’s Home,” which was published by Rizzoli.  She is a graduate of Randolph-Macon Woman’s College and has a Master’s in architectural history from the University of Virginia, where she had the privilege of living on the Range in one of the original, Thomas Jefferson-designed rooms.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

A non-refundable administrative fee of $300 per person will apply for all cancellations received more than 7 days after booking and before other fees take effect at 120 days:
120 days $300 per person admin fee after 7-day grace period from booking
120 – 91 days 25% of full invoice fare
90 – 61 days 50% of full invoice fare
60 – 31 days 75% of full invoice fare
30 – 0 days 100% of full invoice fare
Separate airfare Terms & Conditions apply

TOUR MAP

Isles of North map

ITINERARY

  • days 1 - 2

    Home city/ Bergen/ Embark ship

    Arrive at Bergen Flesland Airport. Transfer to the deluxe World Traveller. Settle in and enjoy dinner on board the ship tonight.

  • day 3

    Lerwick, Shetland Islands, Scotland

    Enjoy a delicious breakfast on board this morning, and every morning of the cruise. Disembark in Lerwick, for a coach tour to the island’s southernmost point. En route, pass the magnificent Mousa Broch — the tallest and best‑preserved broch in the world — and St. Ninian’s Isle, where the famous Pictish hoard of silver, dating from the ninth century, was found in 1958. Next, embark on a guided visit to the remarkable archaeological site of Jarlshof. This extraordinary settlement embraces more than 4,000 years of human history. Look for sightings of Shetland’s famous ponies as you travel back to the ship. Tonight, join your fellow passengers for a Welcome Reception and Dinner on the ship.

  • day 4

    Tórshavn, Faroe Islands, Denmark

    Explore the island of Streymoy. Begin in the municipality of Tórshavn, founded by Norsemen in the 10th century. Navigate the narrow, historic lanes of Tinganes, which are bordered by traditional grass‑roofed houses. Transfer to Kirkjubøur to visit the ruins of St. Magnus Cathedral and the 900-year‑old Roykstovan, the oldest wooden house in Europe. After lunch at a local restaurant, continue to Kollafjørður to view a traditional Faroese church and visit the Dúvugarðar, a national heritage museum, located in the remote village of Saksun.

  • day 5

    At Sea

    Spend today cruising toward Iceland. Enjoy the amenities on the ship, perhaps indulging in a sauna or a dip in the hot tub. Spend some time on deck with a book or watching the horizon. Savor three delicious meals on board.

  • day 6

    Seyðisfjörður, Iceland

    Seyðisfjörður boasts mountainous scenery, lively cafes, a bounty of local handicrafts and traditional Icelandic architecture. Enjoy a specially arranged cultural and musical performance, featuring Icelandic songs. Take advantage of time at leisure to explore more of the town. Witness the picturesque Blue Church with its trademark rainbow pavement leading down to the street. Return to the ship for lunch onboard. Spend your afternoon cruising and marveling at the passing coastline.

  • day 7

    Akureyri

    The 100-foot-wide horseshoe‑shaped Goðafoss waterfall is a spectacular sight. The falls are fed by the Skjálfandafljót River, which runs across a lava flow created several thousand years ago by a volcanic eruption. Gaze across the plain and at the thundering falls — whose name means Waterfall of the Gods — perhaps feeling rising mist and thrumming from the rushing water as it falls 40 feet into a placid pool below. Travel to Namaskard, a high‑temperature thermal field where the sulfur cauldrons, fumaroles, mud pots and land colored by minerals in shades of red, yellow, green and orange create an otherworldly landscape. Continue to Dimmuborgir to admire and walk among dramatic lava rock formations. The lava field, filled with pillars, towers, caves and other structures, was created by a volcanic eruption about 2,000 years ago. The strange dark shapes resemble a dark castle, or Dimmuborgir in Icelandic. Tonight, join your fellow passengers for a Farewell Reception and Dinner on the ship.

  • day 8

    At Sea

    Spend today cruising toward Reykjavík. Enjoy the amenities on the ship, perhaps taking a run on the outdoor track or a dip in the pool. Spend some time relaxing in one of the comfortable lounges. Savor three delicious meals on board.

  • day 9

    Reykjavík/Return to Home City

    Disembark in Reykjavík and depart for your home city.

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