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Norway, Sweden and Denmark: Nordic Flavors and Scenic Landscapes Cruise

Experience the wide breadth of Nordic culture and nature as you embark on a voyage through the cities, villages and natural landscapes of Scandinavia. Hike and kayak along remote, windswept coastlines that showcase the region’s rugged beauty and wildlife. Indulge in fresh seafood, traditional pastries and innovative Nordic dishes with locally sourced produce and fish. Become immersed in centuries-old history at every turn, from rich seafaring traditions to famed Nordic artists. 

17 May, 2027 to 24 May, 2027
Category SB
Veranda Deck: #105-106; Upper Deck: #203, 208 — These cabins feature one single bed and a large window, a writing desk, reading lamp, bathroom with a roomy glass-walled shower stall, and a TV.
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Category SA
#309-312, 329-334 — These cabins feature one single bed and a large window, a writing desk, reading lamp, bathroom with a roomy glass-wall shower stall, and a TV.
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Category 01 $9,643 AUD pp
#301-308 — Cabins feature one or two portholes. Cabins #301, 302, and 307 have two twin beds. Cabins #304-306 feature one queen-sized bed. Cabin #308 features two twin beds that can be converted to a queen. All cabins feature a writing desk, floor length mirror, reading lamps, well-appointed bathrooms with a roomy glass-wall shower, and a TV.
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Category 02 $10,143 AUD pp
#317-320, 335-336 — Cabins feature two single beds (some can convert to a queen-sized bed), and one large window. They offer a writing desk, floor length mirror, reading lamps, sitting chair, well-appointed bathrooms with a roomy glass-wall shower, and a TV.
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Category 03 $11,643 AUD pp
#313-316, 321-328, 337-340, 342, 344-350 — Cabins feature two single beds (can be converted to a queen-sized bed), one large window, a sitting chair, a small table, ample storage, writing desk with chair, floor length mirror, reading lamps, TV, and well-appointed bathrooms with a roomy glass-wall shower. #341 & 343 — each L-shaped suite also has a sofa-bed that can be converted into a triple, double closet, espresso maker, and generously sized bathrooms.
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Category 04 $12,107 AUD pp
Veranda Deck#103-104, 107-108 — Cabins feature two single beds than can convert into a queen. They have a writing desk, floor length mirror, reading lamps, sitting chair, private bathrooms with a glass-wall shower, and a TV.Upper Deck#201-202, 204-207, 210, 212, 217, 226, 228 — Cabins feature two single beds than can convert into a queen (cabins 217, 226 & 228 have a queen bed only). They have a writing desk, floor length mirror, reading lamps, sitting chair, private bathrooms with a glass-wall shower, and a TV.
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Category 05 $15,143 AUD pp
#209, 211, 214, 216, 218, 220-222, 224 — Cabins feature a balcony with sliding glass doors, one queen-sized bed, writing desk, floor length mirror, reading lamps, private bathrooms with a glass-wall shower, and a TV. (Cabin 221 has two single beds that can convert to a queen.)
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Category 06 $17,414 AUD pp
Veranda Deck, #101-102 — These newly renovated suites feature two single beds that can be converted into a queen, a sofa-bed that can be converted into a triple, a writing desk, double closet, chairs, three large windows, TV, mini bar and espresso maker. Bathrooms are generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall. Upper Deck, #213 — This newly renovated suite features a private balcony with glass doors, two single beds that can be converted into a queen, a writing desk, double closet, armchairs, TV, mini bar and espresso maker. Bathrooms are generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall. (Photo does not reflect #213)Guests receive complimentary laundry and priority access to one spa appointment per departure.
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Category 07 $20,036 AUD pp
#215, 219, 230 — These newly renovated suites feature a private balcony, two single beds that can be converted into a queen, and a sofa bed that can be converted into a triple. There is a seating area with a writing desk, coffee table with sitting chair, and a small table. Suites feature a double closet, TV, mini bar, and espresso maker. Bathrooms are generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall.
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25 May, 2027 to 01 June, 2027 (reverse)
Category SB
Veranda Deck: #105-106; Upper Deck: #203, 208 — These cabins feature one single bed and a large window, a writing desk, reading lamp, bathroom with a roomy glass-walled shower stall, and a TV.
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Category SA
#309-312, 329-334 — These cabins feature one single bed and a large window, a writing desk, reading lamp, bathroom with a roomy glass-wall shower stall, and a TV.
view cabin photo
Category 01 $9,643 AUD pp
#301-308 — Cabins feature one or two portholes. Cabins #301, 302, and 307 have two twin beds. Cabins #304-306 feature one queen-sized bed. Cabin #308 features two twin beds that can be converted to a queen. All cabins feature a writing desk, floor length mirror, reading lamps, well-appointed bathrooms with a roomy glass-wall shower, and a TV.
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Category 02 $10,143 AUD pp
#317-320, 335-336 — Cabins feature two single beds (some can convert to a queen-sized bed), and one large window. They offer a writing desk, floor length mirror, reading lamps, sitting chair, well-appointed bathrooms with a roomy glass-wall shower, and a TV.
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Category 03 $11,643 AUD pp
#313-316, 321-328, 337-340, 342, 344-350 — Cabins feature two single beds (can be converted to a queen-sized bed), one large window, a sitting chair, a small table, ample storage, writing desk with chair, floor length mirror, reading lamps, TV, and well-appointed bathrooms with a roomy glass-wall shower. #341 & 343 — each L-shaped suite also has a sofa-bed that can be converted into a triple, double closet, espresso maker, and generously sized bathrooms.
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Category 04 $12,107 AUD pp
Veranda Deck#103-104, 107-108 — Cabins feature two single beds than can convert into a queen. They have a writing desk, floor length mirror, reading lamps, sitting chair, private bathrooms with a glass-wall shower, and a TV.Upper Deck#201-202, 204-207, 210, 212, 217, 226, 228 — Cabins feature two single beds than can convert into a queen (cabins 217, 226 & 228 have a queen bed only). They have a writing desk, floor length mirror, reading lamps, sitting chair, private bathrooms with a glass-wall shower, and a TV.
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Category 05 $15,143 AUD pp
#209, 211, 214, 216, 218, 220-222, 224 — Cabins feature a balcony with sliding glass doors, one queen-sized bed, writing desk, floor length mirror, reading lamps, private bathrooms with a glass-wall shower, and a TV. (Cabin 221 has two single beds that can convert to a queen.)
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Category 06 $17,414 AUD pp
Veranda Deck, #101-102 — These newly renovated suites feature two single beds that can be converted into a queen, a sofa-bed that can be converted into a triple, a writing desk, double closet, chairs, three large windows, TV, mini bar and espresso maker. Bathrooms are generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall. Upper Deck, #213 — This newly renovated suite features a private balcony with glass doors, two single beds that can be converted into a queen, a writing desk, double closet, armchairs, TV, mini bar and espresso maker. Bathrooms are generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall. (Photo does not reflect #213)Guests receive complimentary laundry and priority access to one spa appointment per departure.
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Category 07 $20,036 AUD pp
#215, 219, 230 — These newly renovated suites feature a private balcony, two single beds that can be converted into a queen, and a sofa bed that can be converted into a triple. There is a seating area with a writing desk, coffee table with sitting chair, and a small table. Suites feature a double closet, TV, mini bar, and espresso maker. Bathrooms are generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall.
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Norway, Sweden and Denmark: Nordic Flavors and Scenic Landscapes Cruise itinerary:

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Day 1 Edinburgh, Scotland / Embark Ship


Arrive in Edinburgh and transfer to the city center. Known throughout time for its hill fort, now the iconic Edinburgh Castle, this vibrant city offers a variety of experiences throughout its streets. Explore the city at your own pace before embarking the ship this afternoon.

Meals Included: Dinner

Day 2 Coast of Moray Firth


Sail to Moray Firth, a quiet triangular inlet in northeast Scotland. Sitting in the North Sea, it has a multitude of rivers and smaller inlets feeding into its basin. The River Spey—the second longest river in Scotland—runs through its interior out to its coastline. Known for its purity and natural beauty, the water has given rise to vibrant marine life, like bottlenose dolphins and wild salmon, coastal boatbuilding traditions and an iconic whisky trail in the valleys along its path. 

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 At Sea


Sail across the North Sea to Norway. These waters have been a connecting route between Shetland and Norse Kingdoms as far back as the ninth century. Enjoy the day on board to edit photos or attend a presentation about the region with one of your naturalists. Schedule a massage with the wellness specialist or spend time on the observation deck as you watch for the migrating wildlife that call this region home.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 Mandal, Norway


Considered by many to be one of the prettiest villages in all of Norway, Mandal sits at the far southern tip of the country. Perched in a harbor and surrounded by whitewashed buildings, this coastal village is the oldest market town in the region, dating back to the 1500s. Beyond its trade history, Mandal is known for its local artists and its vast natural beauty. Stroll Sjøsanden, one of Norway’s best beaches, and tour the birthplace of Gustav Vigeland, one of Norway’s greatest artists at the Vigeland House.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 Arendal

 


Perched at the edge of Raet National Marine Park, Arendal provides a gateway into a nature lovers paradise. With an archipelago filled with different landscapes to discover, and an old town filled with architecture from the mid-1800's, Arendal offers a wide variety of interests to be explored. Venture out into the archipelago for nature hikes, or enjoy a guided walk-through town ending at the historical museum and its archives. 

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

Days 6-7 Kosterhavet National Park, Sweden

 


Comprising 150 square miles around the islands in the Koster archipelago, Kosterhavet National Park is the first National Marine Park in Sweden. It contains over 6,000 marine species—including 200 that cannot be found anywhere else in Sweden, like the cold-water coral Lophelia pertus —and one of the country’s two coral reefs. Spend two days island hopping, kayaking, and hiking as you experience the natural beauty of this archipelago. 

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

Day 8 North Zealand, Denmark

 


Arrive in North Zealand today, known for its windswept coast lined with sand dunes, quaint villages and a refuge for the Danish Royal Family. Take advantage of the many options along the northern coast, including a visit to Knud Rasmussen's summer home looking out over the North Sea towards his beloved Greenland. Alternatively, venture out into the water on a seaweed safari, learning about the over 30 species of seaweed and their uses, or walk the halls of historic Fredericksborg Castle, the largest in the Nordic region, dating from the 1600s.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

Day 9 Copenhagen / Disembark Ship


Disembark in Copenhagen and transfer to the airport for flights home.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Please note:

Itineraries are subject to change. 

Norway, Sweden and Denmark: Nordic Flavors and Scenic Landscapes Cruise reverse itinerary:

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Please note: *

Itineraries are subject to change. 

Day 9 Copenhagen / Disembark Ship *


Disembark in Copenhagen and transfer to the airport for flights home.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 8 North Zealand, Denmark *

 


Arrive in North Zealand today, known for its windswept coast lined with sand dunes, quaint villages and a refuge for the Danish Royal Family. Take advantage of the many options along the northern coast, including a visit to Knud Rasmussen's summer home looking out over the North Sea towards his beloved Greenland. Alternatively, venture out into the water on a seaweed safari, learning about the over 30 species of seaweed and their uses, or walk the halls of historic Fredericksborg Castle, the largest in the Nordic region, dating from the 1600s.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

Days 6-7 Kosterhavet National Park, Sweden *

 


Comprising 150 square miles around the islands in the Koster archipelago, Kosterhavet National Park is the first National Marine Park in Sweden. It contains over 6,000 marine species—including 200 that cannot be found anywhere else in Sweden, like the cold-water coral Lophelia pertus —and one of the country’s two coral reefs. Spend two days island hopping, kayaking, and hiking as you experience the natural beauty of this archipelago. 

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

Day 5 Arendal *

 


Perched at the edge of Raet National Marine Park, Arendal provides a gateway into a nature lovers paradise. With an archipelago filled with different landscapes to discover, and an old town filled with architecture from the mid-1800's, Arendal offers a wide variety of interests to be explored. Venture out into the archipelago for nature hikes, or enjoy a guided walk-through town ending at the historical museum and its archives. 

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

Day 4 Mandal, Norway *


Considered by many to be one of the prettiest villages in all of Norway, Mandal sits at the far southern tip of the country. Perched in a harbor and surrounded by whitewashed buildings, this coastal village is the oldest market town in the region, dating back to the 1500s. Beyond its trade history, Mandal is known for its local artists and its vast natural beauty. Stroll Sjøsanden, one of Norway’s best beaches, and tour the birthplace of Gustav Vigeland, one of Norway’s greatest artists at the Vigeland House.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 At Sea *


Sail across the North Sea to Norway. These waters have been a connecting route between Shetland and Norse Kingdoms as far back as the ninth century. Enjoy the day on board to edit photos or attend a presentation about the region with one of your naturalists. Schedule a massage with the wellness specialist or spend time on the observation deck as you watch for the migrating wildlife that call this region home.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 2 Coast of Moray Firth *


Sail to Moray Firth, a quiet triangular inlet in northeast Scotland. Sitting in the North Sea, it has a multitude of rivers and smaller inlets feeding into its basin. The River Spey—the second longest river in Scotland—runs through its interior out to its coastline. Known for its purity and natural beauty, the water has given rise to vibrant marine life, like bottlenose dolphins and wild salmon, coastal boatbuilding traditions and an iconic whisky trail in the valleys along its path. 

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 1 Edinburgh, Scotland / Embark Ship *


Arrive in Edinburgh and transfer to the city center. Known throughout time for its hill fort, now the iconic Edinburgh Castle, this vibrant city offers a variety of experiences throughout its streets. Explore the city at your own pace before embarking the ship this afternoon.

Meals Included: Dinner

* = Indicative
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National Geographic Explorer, the ship servicing Norway, Sweden and Denmark: Nordic Flavors and Scenic Landscapes Cruise

National Geographic Explorer

Vessel Type: Luxury Expedition

Length: 108 meters

Passenger Capacity: 148 (single & twin cabins)

Built / Refurbished: 1982 / 2008

Originally constructed for Norway’s renowned Hurtigruten Coastal Express, National Geographic Explorer was a natural fit for the Lindblad Expeditions fleet thanks to her exceptional manoeuvrability, ice-strengthened hull, and purpose-built expedition design. Now fully stabilised and refitted with over five decades of exploration expertise, she is ideally suited for navigating the most remote corners of the globe—from the rugged coasts of Europe to the icy passages of the polar regions. With vast windows throughout and a Scandinavian-inspired interior, the ship invites guests to stay connected with their environment at every turn.

Aboard National Geographic Explorer, every feature is tailored to enhance discovery. From the open Bridge and observation deck to the Chart Room and mudroom for expedition gear, the ship is an authentic platform for adventure. Her recently updated suites offer comfort and understated elegance, while public spaces such as the library, Global Gallery, and multiple dining areas encourage camaraderie and relaxation. Carrying expert guides, state-of-the-art tools, and a fleet of Zodiacs and kayaks, this 148-guest ship brings guests closer to nature with all the style and substance expected of a flagship expedition vessel.

Cabin layout for National Geographic Explorer
• Zodiac, kayak and hike among 6,000 marine species—including 60 different endemic marine sponges—in Kosterhavet National Park, Sweden’s first National Marine Park

• Search for bottlenose dolphins and taste locally made whiskey along the River Spey in Moray Firth

• Explore the narrow, whitewashed streets of Mandal—one of Norway’s oldest trade villages—and discover its historic arts scene

• Visit North Zealand, the summer home of Knud Rasmussen and refuge for the Danish royal family over the centuries