16 Night Cruise sailing from Oslo to Leith onboard Azamara Journey.

Set out on an epic 16-night voyage that sails to Iceland’s true hidden gem ports. Your journey begins in Oslo, where you’ll find brightly painted wooden houses and nods to Norway’s maritime history and Viking era. Take the next sailing day to explore all our boutique hotel at sea has to offer before calling on the far-flung Shetland Islands. There’s a solitary beauty here that can’t be matched. Well, perhaps in Runavik, our next stop on the Faroe Islands. Sheep outnumber people here, and it’s wild, windswept beauty is just starting to be explored by cruise enthusiasts.

Spend another day at sea (Sanctum Spa anyone?) before calling on our first Icelandic port—Heimaey. Forged by volcanoes, the island’s golf course is one of the few places in the world you can tee off at midnight. In Reykjavik, you’ll spend two days plunging into hot springs, sampling local cuisine, and discovering museums and galleries. Next up is Isafjordur, a remote fishing community with a quaint Old Town and a lively arts and music scene.

If you love horses, you’re in luck. Your next destination, Skagafjörður, is the only county in Iceland where horses outnumber people. During an overnight stay in Akureyri, marvel at the snow-capped mountain peaks, stunning fjords, and lush countryside. More wildlife awaits in Husavik: known as the whale-watching capital of Iceland, the waters surrounding this coastal town are home to humpbacks, minke, and the mammoth blue whale.

Your final Iceland destination is a late stay in Seydisfjordur, boasting some of the country’s most unique architecture, natural beauty, and friendly faces. Board the Azamara Journey® for two more days at sea before concluding your journey with an overnight stay in historic, elegant Edinburgh.

Highlights of this cruise:

Oslo
Discover the beautiful Tiger City when you arrive in Oslo, Norway’s gorgeous capital. Take in a performance by the National Ballet Company at the new Oslo Opera House, or stroll the Damstredet, a perfectly-preserved slice of Norwegian history where you’ll find wooden houses dating back to the 1700s. Historians will also want to visit Oslo’s many historic vessels, including the Fram and Kon Tiki.

Runavik
On the south side of the isle of Eysturoy, Runavik is a key fishing port, and your basecamp for all kinds of outdoor adventure. See it on an Azamara cruise.

Heimaey
Despite being just off the shore of mainland Iceland, the largest of the 18 Westman Islands feels many oceans away. Born from volcanoes and forever at their mercy, Heimaey is a small fishing village with a history as rocky as it is intriguing. Discover incredible hiking and natural beauty, world-class golf (with midnight tee times), and meet the world’s largest puffin colony.

Reykjavik, Iceland
Shaped by fire and ice, Iceland’s volcanic landscape is a spectacular collage of lava fields, craters, waterfalls, and imposing mountain ranges. Vast geothermal springs power the spray of geysers, provide residents with the hot water that heats their homes, and fills the warm public pools where locals go to relax and catch up with friends. Visitors are encouraged to join in the fun.

Isafjordur, Iceland
Remote and magical, tucked away in the West Fjords of Iceland, you’ll find this pleasant fishing port. And you’ll find yourself surrounded by towering peaks and sights that will enchant you.

Akureyri, Iceland
Set on the shores of one of Iceland’s most spectacular fjords, with a backdrop of snow-capped mountains, Akureyri is quite a sight to behold. Only 60 miles from the Arctic Circle, summer temperatures can soar as high as 60°F. No surprise then that a main attraction is the Botanical Gardens, where over 2,000 species of native and non-native plants flourish without benefit of a greenhouse.

Husavik, Iceland
The whale-watching capital of Iceland, Husavik sits on the eastern shore of Skjálfandi Bay, where humpbacks, minke, and blue whales breach the waves and slap the water with their enormous fins. Geothermal springs south of town are the perfect spot to relax, while the Exploration Museum pays tribute to adventures mapping the globe, and beyond.

Seydisfjordur, Iceland
Alive with history and culture. Overflowing with natural beauty. Explore iconic architecture, crashing waterfalls, and local art.

Leith (Edinburgh), Scotland
To discover Edinburgh, head to its historic heart with a walk down The Royal Mile. At the top, perched above the city, is Edinburgh Castle, home to the crown jewels and sweeping views. At the far end is the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the Queen’s official residence when in Scotland. Buildings steeped in history line the route between the two, with most converted into shops, restaurants, and pubs.