MS Columbus 2 Overview

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Vik/Sognefjord
The "king of the fjords" majestically extends from the west coast until deep into the heart of the country. On its shores, you will be welcomed by Vik* - a picturesque little town with one of Norway's oldest stave churches. Deep valleys and thundering waterfalls accompany you through the land of fjords to Flam*, including the spectacular train ride with the Flam railway.

Molde/Moldefjord
The "city of roses" will amaze you with its abundant diversity of plants. On the Varden hike*, you can explore the scenic surroundings. Via the mountain road Trollstigen, the landscape tour takes you to Andalsnes*, where an overwhelming view across the Romsdalsfjord will be revealed to you in the evening.

Trondheim/Norway
Norway's former capital shines in all its glory. The mighty Nidaros Cathedral is the largest mediaeval building in Scandinavia and one of the highlights of your city tour*.

Leknes/Lofoten
On the Lofoten Islands, you will encounter Norway's history and everyday life at their most beautiful. The lovingly restored idyllic fishing villages with their colourful wooden facades are scattered amidst the picturesque countryside. In Nusfjord and Sund*, you will find out how the local life has been shaped by the sea and its treasures - and you may experience the day-to-day joys of a fisher(wo)man first hand while fishing on the coast of the Lofoten Islands*.

Skarsvag/Norway
If the sky is clear, a virtually uplifting moment awaits you at the North Cape* on the island of Magerøya - at a height of 307m and a latitude of 71° north, your gaze wanders across the Arctic Ocean to incredible distances. At the same time, the famous Globe Sculpture glistens in the light of the midnight sun.

Tromsoe/Norway
The lively young metropolis is considered the "gateway to the Arctic Ocean"* - explore the polar museum, the Arctic Cathedral and the experience centre Polaria. What role husky sled dogs* play in Norwegian day-to-day life is something you will find out on the island of Kvaloeya.

Geiranger/Geirangerfjord
Discover one of the most impressive miracles of nature from an unusual perspective - while kayaking on the Geirangerfjord*, you will glide past up to 1,500 m high rock faces with their picturesque waterfalls such as the "Seven Sisters" or the "Bridal Veil". You can also experience nature actively on the hike to the Storseter Waterfall*. A drive along a road with breathtaking hairpin bends takes you to the top of the Dalsnibba*, where you will be rewarded with fantastic views across the fjord.

Bergen/Norway
Hanseatic Bergen* - between the historic trading offices, you can still soak up the atmosphere of the old Hanseatic city. At the Bryggen, the former wharf of the Hanseatic merchants, you will be amazed at the diversity of colours of the lovingly restored wooden kontor buildings.

Kiel
Welcome back to the capital of Schleswig-Holstein!

*These arrangements are not included in the cruise price. The shore activities listed here are in the planning stage and are subject to changes.

**Due to the flight schedule, the transfer will take you directly from the airport to the ship or from the ship to the airport. In the case of an early arrival or a late departure, the transfer initially takes you to a lounge with a subsequent transfer to the ship or the airport.