PATH OF THE VIKINGS: SCANDINAVIA, ICELAND, GREENLAND & QUEBEC Cruise on Azamara Journey from Copenhagen

Copenhagen

Copenhagen is the capital of Denmark and its most populous city with a number of bridges and tunnels connect the parts of the city together, and the cityscape is characterized by promenades, waterfronts, bars with terraces and artists busking on the streets. Since the turn of the millennium, Copenhagen has seen a strong urban and cultural development, partly due to massive investments in cultural facilities and infrastructure.

Gothenburg (Sweden)

It is the capital of Västra Götaland County (West Gothia). The city is located on the south west-coast of Sweden,and is the second largest city after Stockholm.In Gothenburg you can enjoy cultural events, historic sights, shopping and amusement. Its newly-completed Opera House is an outstanding architectural and acoustic creation. Other attractions include the Liseberg, Sweden's premier amusement park ,worth to visit would be Skansen Kronan fort ,Haga district and Gothenburg Botanical Gardens.

Skagen (Denmark)

Skagen is a small touristic city where the main activity is fishing. A picturesque place that outstands for it's low yellow coloured houses with red tiled roofs. A wellknown time of the year in Skagen is the festivity or celebration on the night of Saint John (Sankt Hans Aften) in the beach where bonfires are it and songs are sung around them.

Oslo (Norway)

Oslo is the capital of and most populous city in Norway. Oslo occupies an arc of land at the northernmost end of the Oslofjord. The fjord, which is nearly bisected by the Nesodden peninsula opposite Oslo, lies to the south; in all other directions Oslo is surrounded by green hills and mountains. Oslo has a large and varied number of cultural attractions, which include several buildings containing artwork from Edvard Munch and various other international artists but also several Norwegian artists. Several world-famous writers have either lived or been born in Oslo. Examples are Knut Hamsun and Henrik Ibsen. Bygdøy, outside the city centre is the centre for history and the Norwegian Vikings' history. The area contains a large number of parks and seasites and many museums. Examples are the Fram Museum, Vikingskiphuset and the Kon-Tiki Museum. Oslo hosts the annual Oslo Freedom Forum.

Arendal (Norway)

Arendal is a town and municipality in the county of Aust-Agder, Norway. Arendal belongs to the traditional region of Sørlandet.The town of Arendal is the administrative center of the municipality and also of Aust-Agder county. Other villages in the municipality include Tromøy, Rykene, Eydehavn, Strengereid, Kongshamn, Kilsund, and Hisøy. In the middle of the town centre is an area with wooden houses dating back to the 17th century. This area is called Tyholmen, and is what is left of buildings from before the 19th century. The inner harbour of Arendal is Pollen, where the fish market, pubs, and restaurants are located.

Haugesund (Norway)

Haugesund is situated on the Norwegian North Sea coast between Bergen and Stavanger. The enchanting city is located on Karmsund, the historic "Nordvegen", the name given to Norway and spread over several islands and the mainland. Fishing has always played an important role.

Eidfjord

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.

Runavik (Faroe Islands)

Runavík is a village in , Faroe Islands. It has an important port, originally used by fishing boats. The Faroe Islands are 18 islands in the northwest of Scotland, halfway between Iceland and Norway. The Islands are a self-governing island territory of Denmark and astand out due to their incredible nature and scenery, the fresh air, the deep blue ocean, the vertical sea cliffs and the green mountains, turning extraordinarily green in summertime.

Heimaey (Islandia)

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.

Reykjanes (Islandia)

Grundarfjordur (Iceland)

Grundarfjörður is a small town, situated in the north of the Snæfellsnes peninsula in the west of Iceland. The town had 938 inhabitants in 2004 and 974 inhabitants in 2005. The town is situated in front of an impressive mountain range which has a slightly alpine look. On the sea side, there is a mountain called Kirkjufell, a diverted piece of the mountain strip Mýrarhyrna. The mountain forms a small peninsula.The town received the right to do commerce in 1786. Around 1800, French merchants came to Iceland and lived in Grundarfjörður, where they constructed a church and a hospital of their own. The town has become rich through the fishing industry, and this wealth shows in the style of the original, luxurious houses being built. The road to nearby Stykkishólmur crosses a big lava field, called Berserkjahraun. This is partially warm, so that even in winter, there is not snow everywhere. The name of the lava field comes from the Eyrbyggja saga, according to which two Berserkers were slain here by their master, because one of them fell in love with his master´s daughter. Twin towns Sister cities

Isafjordur (Iceland)

Capital of the region of Westfjords. It is one of the most beautiful natural ports of the country. Offers attractive views of the mountain in a urban atmosphere. If you are looking for history and culture, don't loose the oportunity of visiting the Maritim Museum that is based in one of the eldest buildings in Isafjord.

Prince Christian Sound (cruising)

Nanortalik (Greenland)

Paamiut (Greenland)

Nuuk (Greenland)

Nuuk, also known by its Danish name Godthåb (Good Hope), is the cultural, financial, commercial and tourist capital of Greenland. It is the smallest capital in the world and the most populated city of Greenland with about 22,000 inhabitants. New and modern buildings with a Scandinavian touch confronted with old houses of the old town with their colorful painted houses. In Nuuk there are many things to do, such as visiting the National Museum of Greenland, as well as the Nuuk Art Museum, that offer cultural and historical exhibitions. Also interesting is the House of Culture, which focuses mainly on contemporary art exhibitions and live performances.As for whale watching, there is a good chance to see three species of whales that are almost always present between May and November.

St. Johns (Newfoundland, Canada)

Newfoundland is a large Canadian island off the eastern coast of the North American, and the most poblated part of the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador. The costal walk is one of the most beautiful, considered as paradise for walkers and sea lovers. The natural port, the hills, the colorful streets, the museums and the cultural life, make of this place a touristic destination of great interest.

St. Johns (Newfoundland, Canada)

Newfoundland is a large Canadian island off the eastern coast of the North American, and the most poblated part of the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador. The costal walk is one of the most beautiful, considered as paradise for walkers and sea lovers. The natural port, the hills, the colorful streets, the museums and the cultural life, make of this place a touristic destination of great interest.

Havre Saint Pierre, Canada

havre Saint Pierre is a city located on the northern shore of Quebec, in Canada. It is the largest town and historicaly, the first inhabitants of the city came from the Magdalen Islands in the 19th century. Other geological important characteristics near the city include the Romanie River, les Chhutes Manitou, lIle du Havre and the Island of Anticosti, that in clear days can view the south of the city.

Cruising Saguenay Fjord

Saguenay (Canada)

The city of Saguenay, mostly known for its physical beauty and notable comunity of artists, is located by the River Saguenay in Quebec, 124 miles north from the city of Quebec. The city is divided in thhree main neighbourhoods, Chicoutimi, jonquiere and The Baie. The main language in all of them is french. Tourists can visit villages next to the water in Chicoutimi, or go to Jonquiere to se picturesque views and realxing walks through the public parks.

Quebec (Canada)

The city of Quebec (in french: Ville de Quebec) is the capital of the province with the samen name, which is located on the east of Canada. The historical centre is a walled area, french style of the 18th century (named Vieux Quebec), and was named World Heritage by the UNESCO in 1985.

Montreal (Canada)

Cultural capital of Quebec and the second largest city in Canada, Montreal is a city rich in culture and history. Over half of the cities population speak native French and due to its french roots, This beautiful city has a distinctly European flavour. This vast cosmopolitan metropolis boasts everything from immense shopping complexes and stadiums to historical buildings and museums as well as a wealth of restaurants and bars to suit all tastes.