21-day Norwegian fjords, Ireland & Cliffs of Moher

Your voyage begins in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Mention Holland and most people think of tulips, windmills, and wooden shoes. In reality, Amsterdam has been a vital European cultural center since the Middle Ages.The Dutch boast that God may have made the world, but they made the Netherlands. Dams, sea gates, and the 19-mile dyke walling out the Zuider Zee have allowed the Dutch to reclaim their low-lying country from the North Sea. The marsh that originally surrounded Amsterdam steadily disappeared beneath the expanding city. Vibrant, fascinating and always alive, Amsterdam is imbued with the quality the Dutch call "gezelligheid." Explore the city's 700-year-old streets and marvel at its stepped-gable houses. Cruise down its bustling canals and browse the colorful flower markets. Did we mention that you can shop for everything from cheese and chocolates to diamonds and Delftware?

A full day at sea - time to enjoy Zuiderdam's restaurants, pools and entertainment.

Your ship calls at Maloy, Norway.

Trondheim is the third largest - and second oldest - city in Norway. The town was originally called Kaupangen upon its founding in 997 A.D. by Viking king Olav Tryggvason. The city commands the trade routes linking Southern Norway with the fjord lands to the north. Trondheim quickly became a major commercial and cultural center - the city served as Norway's royal capital.Trondheim's old city features broad avenues and attractive 17th-century wood buildings - a legacy of the rebuilding that followed a disastrous fire that leveled the city in 1681.

Continue your voyage aboard Zuiderdam with a leisurely day at sea.

Your ship calls at Nordfjordeid, Norway.

Your ship calls at Scenic Cruising Nordfjord.

Your ship calls at Skjolden, Norway.

Your ship calls at Scenic cruising Sognefjord.

Your ship calls at Eidfjord, Norway.

Your ship calls at Scenic cruising Hardangerfjord.

Norway's fourth largest city, Stavanger lies at the mouth of the Gandsfjord. The old port, attests to the sea's enduring role in Norwegian history. Here, Vikings once sailed on voyages of conquest and exploration. In later centuries, the port served as a major hub for Norway's mercantile and fishing fleets. By the mid-20th century, however, Stavanger had fallen on hard times as the fishing grounds dwindled. In 1969, the discovery of North Sea oil opened a new chapter in Stavanger's history.At the "Sword in the Rock" Monument, three giant crossed Viking swords commemorate King Harald Fair Hair's unification of Norway in 872 following his victory at the Battle of Hafrsfjord.

Another day at sea to explore the ship at your own pace.

Your ship returns to Amsterdam, Netherlands.

A full day at sea - time to enjoy Zuiderdam's restaurants, pools and entertainment.

Your ship calls at Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Scotland, United Kingdom.

The capital of Northern Ireland - part of the United Kingdom - Belfast has experienced a renaissance since the Good Friday Agreement of 1998 that promised an end to the decades-old "Troubles" between Catholics and Protestants. Stretching along both sides of the River Lagan, this graceful city of Victorian and Edwardian buildings has become a cosmopolitan tourist destination. Once a major industrial center, Belfast is also your gateway to the rich, Irish countryside of Counties Antrim and Down.Belfast was an industrial giant in the 19th century, famed for its linen and its shipyards. Explore this exuberant city, marvel at the Giant's Causeway or shop for superb Irish linens.

Your ship calls at Dun Laoghaire (Dublin), Ireland.

Glasgow was Scotland's great industrial center during the 19th century. Today, the city remains the commercial and cultural capital of the Lowlands. Lying on the banks of the River Clyde, Glasgow boasts some of the finest Victorian architecture in the entire United Kingdom, including the stately City Chambers. Elegant Princes Square offers excellent shopping, and among the host of museums and galleries, the Burrell Collection features a superb treasure trove of paintings and art objects.Note: Your ship docks in Greenock, which is approximately 45 minutes from Glasgow.

Your ship calls at Greencastle (Londonderry), Ireland.

Your ship calls at Killybegs, Donegal, Ireland.

Its history may date back eight centuries and its heart may revel in its reputation as Ireland's Cultural Heart but Galway has a personality that possesses a spirit, a drive and an attitude that keeps this city looking forward. Along with a city center that pulsates with cozy cafés and bustling shops you'll discover a maze of medieval streets that invite exploration and photogenic centuries-old churches and castles. And just outside the iconic city walls is a world of untouched beauty-a picturesque countryside that boasts heather-covered hillsides, gently rolling grasslands, charming villages and ancient stone walls. During your stay be assured that Galway's multiple personalities will create one unforgettable vacation destination.

Your ship calls at Scenic cruising Cliffs of Moher.

Your ship calls at Cork, Ireland.

Continue your voyage aboard Zuiderdam with a leisurely day at sea.

Your voyage concludes in Amsterdam, Netherlands.