Reykjavik (Iceland) to Le Havre (Paris) Cruise on Seven Seas Mariner from Reykjavik (Iceland)

Reykjavik (Iceland)

Iceland is the second biggest isle of Europe and it is known as the land of ice and fire. In the capital Reykjavik, you will find a very cosmopolitan city and adapted to the times. With so much touristic variety that it will be hard to decide between glaciars or thermal waters. A city full of contrasts where you will find typical constructions and futuristic buildings, in one of the youngest countries in the world.

Eskifjordur (Iceland)

Eskifjordur is a fishing and commercial town to the east of Iceland. It has a small museum which is found on an old stockhouse dated 1816, and a Maritim Museum, where the fishing boats, the nets, tools and other fishing accessories are exposed.

KLASVIK (FAROE ISLANDS)

Torshavn (Faroe Islands)

Torshavn is a big commercial city on the east side of the isle of Streme. Outstands for its nature and richness in historical monuments. You can walk down the groves, parks and streets, where you can see small houses of multiple shapes and colours, constructed during the 19th century. The nicest is Gongin Street, where we can find constructions of the 16th and 17th century. A place to visit is the monastery of Munkastovan, a building that seems very heavy, built in the 15th century. Near we can find another known building and very old, the stock Royal Leigubun stockhouse. The city has many museums and exhibition halls. In the historical museum, the outdoor museum called Kurdalsvegur. The theatre and music lovers will be able to see the nordic House Cultural Centre, where clasical music concerts are given, theatrical performances and artistic exhibitions.

Kirkwall (Orkney islands)

Kirkwall is the largest town and capital of the Orkney Islands archipelago, 10 miles off the north coast of Scotland. Founded around 1035, the City and Royal Burgh of Kirkwall is the capital and administrative centre of Orkney. The name comes from the Old Norse, which means church-bay and refers to a church older than the present day Cathedral. Some of the places you can visit are the Bishop's Palace & Earl's Palace, Highland Park Distillery, the Orkney Museum and St. Magnus Cathedral.

Ullapool

Ullapool is a traditional Highland fishing village founded by the British Fishery Society in 1788. It sits on a sheltered arm of land jutting into Loch Broom and has a natural deepwater harbour, one of the best in Scotland, which was carved out by the glaciers of the last ice age. The town has two main streets with signs in English and Gaelic, and a number of shops selling quality crafts and gifts. Visit the famous Inverewe Gardens, which is an oasis of exotic plants bursting with vibrant colour, and take in the amazing Highland scenery.

Belfast

Belfast Harbour (also the Port of Belfast) is a major maritime gateway in Northern Ireland, It is increasingly popular with cruise liners. Belfast is the capital and largest city of Northern Ireland and the second largest city on the island of Ireland after Dublin. Situated at the mouth of the River Lagan on Belfast Lough, Belfast is surrounded by low hills. After years of violence, its center has been polished up making it great to walk through the pedestrian streets, shop in its arcades and spend some time in its pubs or dine in its excellent restaurants. Belfast city centre is focused on Donegall Square and Belfast City Hall in its centre. The City Hall is the grand centerpiece of the city and the orientation point for your exploration of Belfast. Running north from the centre of Donegall Square is Donegall Place, a broad and bustling shopping street, which will lead you towards the Cathedral Quarter and the Arts School. Bedford Street, becomes Dublin Road, which, leads south to the University Quarter, area where you´ll find the Botanic Gardens, art galleries and museums. Belfast is home to a wide range of parks and open spaces, making it one of the greenest cities in Ireland. The Golden Mile is the area around Great Victoria Street beyond Bradbury Place and it is considered the city´s best address for restaurants and pubs. The famous I.R.A. and Protestant murals are just to the west of the city center and it´s perfectly safe to go there and take photos.

Douglas (Isle of Man)

Douglas (Doolish in Manx) is the capital of the Isle of Man (Ellan Vannin in Manx) its largest town, and the main tourist and commercial centre. Places of Interest: Tower of Refuge, Horse drawn trams, Manx Museum

Dun Laoghaire (Dublin)

Dun Laoghaire is a beautiful costal city located 7 miles south of Dublin. With a very pretty harbor, one of the largest in the country, it has become a very popular tourist destination. It has a wide range of cultural and leisure activities, with a modern spirit, that make it a unique city.

Holyhead (Wales)

In the Island of Anglesey we can find the town of Holyhead, well known for being a busy ferry port. Here can find a number of interesting things to do like shopping, golfing, or sailing. We will find a beautiful scenery, walks and beaches and we will see both historic and prehistoric sites we can explore. In Holyhead there is a maritime museum and the South Stack Lighthouse, on the other side of Holyhead mountain, which are mandatory visits. We can also visit Barcloddia Yr Gawres, burial chambers or Llys Rhosyr the historic site. The town is built around St. Cybis Church, inside one of the three european walled Roman forts.

Liverpool

Liverpool is a city in the county of Merseyside, on the side of the estuary of the river Mersey. The popularity of The Beatles and of Liverpool Football Club have made Liverpool a touristic destination. Liverpool Cruise Terminal is located at Pier Head in the heart of the waterfront; it is clearly identifiable once you reach the Liver Buildings. Port address: Liverpool Cruise Terminal. Pier Head. Princes Parade. Liverpool. L3 1DL

Ringaskiddy (Cork)

Ringaskiddy is a village in County Cork, Ireland. It has seen huge development in recent years. The village is close to picturesque areas such as Crosshaven and Monkstown. Ringaskiddy is protected by the hilltop Martello Tower, built in 1804 to defend against invasion by Napoleon, that offers panoramic views of Cork Harbour. Cork’s bustling city centre is brimming with fascinating shops and markets, and the welcoming, lively pubs are overflowing with live traditional Irish music. The hilltop steeple of 18th-century Shandon Church is a symbol of the city. Visit St Fin Barre's Cathedral with its splendid triple-spired example of French-Gothic architecture. Explore the Cork City Museum and the 19th century Cork Jail. And get the gift of the gab after kissing the Blarney Stone in nearby Blarney Castle.

St Malo (France)

Originally a fortified island, the walled city of St Malo at the mouth of the River Rance on France’s Brittany coast, is now connected to the mainland by a 'Sillon' causeway. Visiting this atmospheric port, once a stronghold for privateers (pirates approved by the king), is like stepping back...

Le Havre (France)

Is the gateway to Paris and Normandy. In Normandy you can visit the beach or relive historical moments like the landing of Normandy. In 2005, UNESCO named the reconsturcted center World Heritage, for beeing an exceptional example of the architecture and urban design after the war. And if you prefer, you can spend the day in the romantic Paris.