Cruise - Opera, UK Netherlands Norway ex Southampton Return
Journey
7 Night Cruise sailing from Southampton roundtrip aboard MSC Opera.
Ship
MSC Opera (More about the ship)
Departure Date
18-May-2013
-
Itinerary
Cruise Itinerary
Day
Date
Port
Arrive
Depart
Day 1 18 May 13 Southampton, England 4.00pm Day 2 19 May 13 Ijmuiden, Netherlands 10.30am 6.00pm Day 4 21 May 13 Flam, Norway 8.00am 5.00pm Day 5 22 May 13 Stavanger, Norway 8.30am 2.30pm Day 6 23 May 13 Oslo, Norway 9.00am 3.00pm Day 8 25 May 13 Southampton, England 9.00am
** Itinerary may vary by sailing date -
Your cruise in detail
7 Night Cruise sailing from Southampton roundtrip aboard MSC Opera.
MSC Opera cruise ship certainly lives up to her name - classic, grand, opulent - and really is a luxury cruise ship with something to sing about! A true sense of grandeur and spaciousness prevails on MSC Opera, one of MSC Cruises' most welcoming cruise ships.
Many of the staterooms on MSC Opera feature private balconies and all are roomy and comfortable. Displaying the hallmark Italian style found on all of MSC Cruises' stately ships, the public areas are enhanced by a sweeping marble reception area and magnificent open spaces with glass walls in order to best exploit the fabulous ocean views.
To travel on MSC Opera is to experience the best of old-fashioned elegance with the best of modern home comforts. Once onboard MSC Opera you can look forward to a truly authentic Italian experience: enjoy an espresso at the coffee bar or indulge in a typical handmade Italian treat at the ice cream bar. Take Italian lessons, stop by the Internet Cafe or catch up on news back home and make use of our Wi-Fi spots in select areas of the ship.
Highlights of this cruise:
Southampton
Southampton is a city and major port situated on the south coast of England. It is the closest city to the New Forest, situated approximately halfway between Portsmouth and Bournemouth. The city of Southampton is a modern and bustling place to visit, filled with huge shopping malls, modern buildings and an interesting past.
Southampton's busiest tourist attractions include the Civic Centre - home to the Guildhall, library and many significant events throughout the year; Ocean Village - a trendy marina development full of waterfront attractions, restaurants, bars, cinemas and shops; Southampton Common - an enormous area of green in the very heart of the city, with plenty for all the family such as the Hawthorns Urban Wildlife; and the Rose Bowl - a prominent local sporting venue.
Flam
Flľm is a Norwegian village at the inner end of the Aurlandsfjord, an arm of the Sognefjord. The town is located in the municipality of Aurland, in Sogn og Fjordane county, Norway. Surrounded by steep mountainsides, roaring waterfalls and deep valleys, this area is a paradise for everyone looking for a one-of-a-kind experience with nature.
Flľm is known for its railway which is widely known as one of the world's most fantastic stretches of railroad. The exciting history of the railway can be learnt by visiting the Flľmsbana Museum in Flľm. Other attractions include the Otternes Farmyard, the Norwegian Wild Salmon Centre and the Borgund Stave Church.
Stavanger
Stavanger is a city and municipality in the county of Rogaland, Norway. Stavanger is the 4th largest city in Norway and has been nominated as 'European Capital of Culture 2008'.
Attractions in and near Stavanger include Preikestolen, or 'the pulpit rock'. It's one of Norway's most famous sights, and the region's most popular attraction. Set on a hill to the west of the Vľgen harbour, is the picturesque Old Town, with its white wooden houses and narrow cobbled streets. Here you will find the Canning Museum which offers a fascinating insight into the history of the city. Another interesting attraction is the the high-tech Norwegian Petroleum Museum, built to look like an offshore platform on the harbour.
Other activities include a salmon safari where you can swim with wild salmon in their natural habitat. Visitors can shop in Kvadrat, Norway's biggest shopping centre or visit Kongeparken amusement park, or the much-loved Butterfly Park. -
Travel dates
Departure date Departs from Price from 25-May-2013 Southampton, England Ask Select 01-Jun-2013 Southampton, England Ask Select 08-Jun-2013 Southampton, England Ask Select 15-Jun-2013 Southampton, England Ask Select 22-Jun-2013 Southampton, England Ask Select 29-Jun-2013 Southampton, England Ask Select