DAY 01: ISTANBUL AIRPORT – HAMBURG
Following our meeting at the Istanbul Airport International Terminal at 04:00, we will complete our check-in procedures and depart for Hamburg at 06:50 via Turkish Airlines flight TK1661. Upon arrival in Hamburg at 08:50 local time, we will transfer to our ship docked at the port. After check-in and luggage procedures on the COSTA FAVOLOSA, we will settle into our cabins and enjoy some free time. Following embarkation, our guide will hold a meeting to introduce the ship and our tours; thereafter, you may enjoy the ship's facilities until dinner. The ship will depart from the port at 20:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 02: CRUISING AT SEA
On this day spent cruising at sea, our ship will offer you numerous alternatives. Those who wish may enjoy the ship's indoor and outdoor pools, jacuzzis, and sunbathing areas. Guests may also shop at the duty-free stores, try their luck at the casino, or enjoy the various music and entertainment performances across dozens of bars. A variety of dining options will be available throughout the day.
DAY 03: MALOY
Our ship will dock at the port of Maloy at 11:00. After breakfast, we will depart via our private vehicle waiting at the port for the “Olden & Briksdal Glacier Tour.” Leaving the town of Maloy by bus, we will arrive at the town of Olden after a journey of approximately 2 hours amidst breathtaking landscapes. Here, we will first see the small red church panoramically and reach Briksdal via Rustoen, accompanied by views of Lake Floen and Lake Olden. The Briksdalsbreen Glacier, or Briksdal Glacier, is one of the most accessible and well-known branches of the Jostedalsbreen Glacier. It is one of the most famous, largest, and most visited glaciers in Norway. The Briksdal Glacier and its glacial lake, which have been melting in recent years due to global warming, are located 346 meters above sea level. Visitors from all over the world still consider the Briksdal Glacier, picturesquely situated among waterfalls and high peaks, to be one of Norway's natural wonders. After the tour, we return to our ship. The ship will depart from the port at 20:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 04: MOLDE
Our ship will dock at the port of Molde at 09:00. After breakfast, there will be free time for shopping and personal activities. Molde, the administrative center of the Romsdal region, is also known as the “City of Roses” due to its fertile soil and the colorful rose gardens that surround the city. Guests who wish may participate in the extra “Molde City Tour & Romsdal Open Air Museum Tour” organized by their guides. During today's tour, the Romsdal Open Air Museum will be among the first places you visit. At the museum, you can see examples of traditional Norwegian architecture from the Vikings to the present and glimpses of the local people's lives. Then, we will ascend to the Varden viewpoint at 400m altitude and admire the dazzling view of Molde and the surrounding fjords. The Komstadfjord ski center will be our final stop before returning to the city. After free time in the city center, we return to the ship. The ship departs at 19:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 05: HELLESYLT – GEIRANGER
Our ship will dock at the port of Hellesylt at 08:30. After breakfast, we will depart via our private vehicle waiting at the port for the
“Hellesylt & Geiranger Tour.” These are two enchanting villages at the fork at the end of Storfjord. Once the northern postal ports, they are now among the most popular cruise ports in northern Norway due to the difficulty of land access, receiving an average of 180 ship visits per year. We begin our tour by greeting the Hellesylt Waterfall... Originally the postal route to the north, it is now a tourism center. First, we go to the viewpoint to see the Hellesylt fjord, and after photographing the fjord, we continue on our way. The pregnant stone and the stone bridge dating back to the 1800s are our first stops. Then, we go to Lake Hornindal, the deepest lake in Europe, and take a break. After resuming our journey, our next stop is Stryn, one of the most active towns in the region. In Stryn, where the royal family specifically comes for fishing, we will see the stone bridge and then have free time for shopping, coffee, and meals. Following a break at the foothills of Lake Djupvatnet, you will be mesmerized by the view from the terrace of Mount Dalsnibba at 1,476m altitude, weather permitting. Then, we will stop at the Flydal viewing platform and photograph the Geiranger fjord. After the tour, we return to our ship. The ship will depart from the port at 20:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 06: KRISTIANSUND
Arrival at the port of Kristiansund is at 09:00. The port city of Kristiansand, located on the southern coast of Norway, is much warmer than other regions of the country. This characteristic attracts many tourists to the region during the summer months. With the bridge over the river passing through its center, it is reminiscent of Istanbul. Those who wish may participate in the extra “Kristiansand & Lillesand Tour” organized by their guides. Founded in the 17th century by King Christian IV of Denmark, the town of Kristiansand celebrated its 350th anniversary with a grand celebration in 1991. Today, 700 people live in this city, which is the capital of the Southern Norway region. With our private bus, we will arrive in Lillesand, seeing wonderful landscapes and local examples of Norwegian architecture. We will see the most beautiful houses and regions used as summer homes in Norway. On the way back, we will get to know the region by seeing the wonderful Norwegian houses on the waterfront and arrive in Kristiansand. The ship departs at 19:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 07: ALESUND
Our ship will dock at the port of Alesund at 08:00. Built atop the West Fjord region of Norway, the picture-perfect Alesund spreads across several islands and extends toward the Atlantic, with the Sunnmøre Mountains in the background. Although a fire destroyed much of the town in the early 20th century, Alesund was rebuilt with complete Art Nouveau (Jugendstil) nobility. Those who wish may participate in the extra "Alesund City Tour & Giske & Godoy Island Tour" organized by their guides. In today's tour, after ascending Mount Axla to see the panoramic view of the city, we will visit the two important islands of the Giske community, Giske and Godoy, using some of the world's few tube tunnels. Giske is also known as the Saga Island because it is the birthplace of the famous Viking King Chieftain Rollo, the first administrator of the Norman settlement known as Normandy. Here, we will see the historic church built with old marble stone, which was used as a chapel in 1150, and then move to Godoy island to see the Alnes fishing village and lighthouse with its perfect appearance and view. We will visit the Sammore open-air museum to learn about the history of rural Norwegian life. On the return, we will arrive at the city center after seeing the famous fishing port where herring and cod are processed in addition to sea fishing, the fjord Borgund, which served as an old trading center, and modern neighborhoods. After a short period of free time, we will return to our ship. The ship will depart from the port of Alesund at 18:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 08: NORDFJORDEID
Our ship will dock at the port of Nordfjorded at 08:00. From blue glaciers and majestic mountains to fertile valleys and deep lakes, to where the Wild North Sea crashes relentlessly against the shore. You can go summer skiing and on the same day wander under the sun on white sandy beaches and breathe in the fresh sea air. Or perhaps you are at a perfect spot to discover its cultural history... The largest glacial land opening to the European mainland. Peaceful valleys and tidy farms, surrounded by sparkling glaciers and foaming waterfalls and high mountains. An important tourist center within the country due to its natural beauties. Those who wish may participate in the extra “Olden Town & Briksdal Glacier Tour” organized by their guides. In our tour, leaving the town of Olden by bus, we see the small red church and reach Briksdal via Rustoen, accompanied by views of Lake Floen and Lake Olden. From here, we will go to the famous Briksdal glacier, which is a walking distance of approximately 40 minutes. Here, waterfalls and a magnificent mountain landscape await you. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to capture magnificent shots of the glacial lake and the Briksdal glacier. The ship will depart from the port of Nordfjorded at 18:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 09: FLAM
Our ship will dock at the port of Flam at 08:00. After breakfast, there will be free time for personal activities. Guests who wish may participate in the extra “Magnificent Flam Fjord & Gudvangen & Tvinde Waterfall Tour” organized by our guide. After breakfast on board, in this tour where you will feel as if you are traveling through postcard landscapes, we first visit Tvindefossen, one of Norway's most famous waterfalls, which can be translated into Turkish as the “twin waterfall.” Then, we move to Gudvangen, meaning “the meeting place of the gods,” and then return to Flam. At the end of the tour, before departing from our last port in Norway, you will have plenty of time to shop at stores where you can find famous lightweight Norwegian down jackets, fish oils such as Omega-3, and a wide variety of other souvenirs, where you can also receive tax refunds. The ship will depart from the port at 23:59. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 10: VIK-SOGN
Our ship will dock at the port of Vik at 07:00. Free time in Vik i Sogn. In this charming town located on the shores of Sognefjord, guests who wish may take a walk accompanied by the fjord view, and spend peaceful time in harmony with nature. Those who wish may visit the Hopperstad Stave Church, one of the symbols of the region, or spend an enjoyable time in the small cafes and shops in the town center. Additionally, the surrounding mountains and green valleys offer unique views for photography enthusiasts. The ship will depart from the port at 16:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 11: CRUISING AT SEA
On this day spent cruising at sea, our ship will offer you numerous alternatives. Those who wish may enjoy the ship's indoor and outdoor pools, jacuzzis, and sunbathing areas. Guests may also shop at the duty-free stores, try their luck at the casino, or enjoy the various music and entertainment performances across dozens of bars. A variety of dining options will be available throughout the day.
DAY 12: HAMBURG – ISTANBUL AIRPORT
Our ship will dock at the port of Hamburg at 06:00. After our breakfast, we will complete our disembarkation procedures and depart for the airport via our waiting vehicle. Upon arrival at the airport, we will complete our check-in procedures and depart for Istanbul at 18:50 via Turkish Airlines flight TK1664. Arrival at Istanbul Airport at 23:05 local time. End of tour.
