Icelandic Discovery

12 nights from £1,169pp departing Tuesday 6th May 2025

Sail the North Atlantic to discover the breathtaking landscapes of Iceland. The first destination is the historic Faroe Islands with stops in Runavik and Klaksvik. Then make for an overnight stop in Reykjavik, the vibrant capital of Iceland, known for its charming cityscape and geothermal wonders. Continue to Isafjordur, surrounded by stunning fjords, and Akureyri, a seaside city at the base of towering mountains. Explore Seydisfjordur, a picturesque fjord town with colourful architecture. Enjoy yourself on an immersive journey through the natural wonders and cultural treasures of the Nort... h Atlantic.

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

Runavik
Get a true taste of life on the Faroe Islands in Runavik. Explore the historic harbour, take in the stunning landscapes on scenic hikes, and sample local cuisine at charming cafes, all easily accessible from the port.

Reykjavik
Iceland's capital, Reykjavik, beckons with its Nordic elegance and Arctic wonders. Take in the stunning architecture of the Hallgrimskirkja church, soak in the nearby Blue Lagoon's geothermal waters, and explore the city's vibrant street art scene against a brisk North Atlantic backdrop.

Isafjordur
With its settlement dating back many centuries, Isafjordur, Iceland, offers stunning fjord-side vistas and rich historic charm. Wander its quiet streets, admire panoramic viewpoints, and experience the captivating coastal ambience of this Icelandic town nestled within the Arctic Circle.

Akureyri
Cradled by stunning mountains and fjords, Akureyri in northern Iceland enchants with botanical gardens and a rich maritime history complemented by the subtle dance of Northern Lights above.

Itinerary

Map

					Arrive	Depart
	6th06	MayMay	202525	Liverpool, England, embark on the Ambition		16:30
From world-class attractions and sports to legendary music, Liverpool offers old-world charm with modern sophistication, underpinned by a rich cultural history.
	7th07	MayMay	202525	At Sea
	8th08	MayMay	202525	Runavík, Faroe Islands	09:00	20:00
	9th09	MayMay	202525	Klaksvik, Faroe Islands	08:00	17:00
	10th10	MayMay	202525	At Sea
	11th11	MayMay	202525	Reykjavík, Iceland	06:00
Sprawling Reykjavík, the nation's nerve center and government seat, is home to half the island's population. On a bay overlooked by proud Mt. Esja (pronounced eh-shyuh), with its ever-changing hues, Reykjavík presents a colorful sight, its concrete houses painted in light colors and topped by vibrant red, blue, and green roofs. In contrast to the almost treeless countryside, Reykjavík has many tall, native birches, rowans, and willows, as well as imported aspen, pines, and spruces.Reykjavík's name comes from the Icelandic words for smoke, reykur, and bay, vík. In AD 874, Norseman Ingólfur Arnarson saw Iceland rising out of the misty sea and came ashore at a bay eerily shrouded with plumes of steam from nearby hot springs. Today most of the houses in Reykjavík are heated by near-boiling water from the hot springs. Natural heating avoids air pollution; there's no smoke around. You may notice, however, that the hot water brings a slight sulfur smell to the bathroom.Prices are easily on a par with other major European cities. A practical option is to purchase a Reykjavík City Card at the Tourist Information Center or at the Reykjavík Youth Hostel. This card permits unlimited bus usage and admission to any of the city's seven pools, the Family Park and Zoo, and city museums. The cards are valid for one (ISK 3,300), two (ISK 4,400), or three days (ISK 4,900), and they pay for themselves after three or four uses a day. Even lacking the City Card, paying admission (ISK 500, or ISK 250 for seniors and people with disabilities) to one of the city art museums (Hafnarhús, Kjarvalsstaðir, or Ásmundarsafn) gets you free same-day admission to the other two.
	12th12	MayMay	202525	Reykjavík, Iceland		17:00
Sprawling Reykjavík, the nation's nerve center and government seat, is home to half the island's population. On a bay overlooked by proud Mt. Esja (pronounced eh-shyuh), with its ever-changing hues, Reykjavík presents a colorful sight, its concrete houses painted in light colors and topped by vibrant red, blue, and green roofs. In contrast to the almost treeless countryside, Reykjavík has many tall, native birches, rowans, and willows, as well as imported aspen, pines, and spruces.Reykjavík's name comes from the Icelandic words for smoke, reykur, and bay, vík. In AD 874, Norseman Ingólfur Arnarson saw Iceland rising out of the misty sea and came ashore at a bay eerily shrouded with plumes of steam from nearby hot springs. Today most of the houses in Reykjavík are heated by near-boiling water from the hot springs. Natural heating avoids air pollution; there's no smoke around. You may notice, however, that the hot water brings a slight sulfur smell to the bathroom.Prices are easily on a par with other major European cities. A practical option is to purchase a Reykjavík City Card at the Tourist Information Center or at the Reykjavík Youth Hostel. This card permits unlimited bus usage and admission to any of the city's seven pools, the Family Park and Zoo, and city museums. The cards are valid for one (ISK 3,300), two (ISK 4,400), or three days (ISK 4,900), and they pay for themselves after three or four uses a day. Even lacking the City Card, paying admission (ISK 500, or ISK 250 for seniors and people with disabilities) to one of the city art museums (Hafnarhús, Kjarvalsstaðir, or Ásmundarsafn) gets you free same-day admission to the other two.
	13th13	MayMay	202525	Isafjørdur, Iceland	08:00	18:00
Two colossal terraces of sheer rock stand either side of this extraordinarily located town - which rides a jutting spit onto an immensity of black fjord water. Surprisingly, considering the remoteness of its location and its compact size, Isafjordur is a modern and lively place to visit, offering a great choice of cafes and delicious restaurants – which are well stocked to impress visitors. The town is a perfectly located base for adventures amongst Iceland's fantastic wilderness - with skiing, hiking and water-sports popular pursuits among visitors.
	14th14	MayMay	202525	Akureyri, Iceland	07:00	17:00
Akureyri, called the Capital of the North is the second largest urban area in Iceland, and a lively one at that. Hemmed by the 60-km (37-mile) long Eyjafjörður, Akureyri is sheltered from the ocean winds and embraced by mountains on three sides. Late 19th-century wooden houses impart a sense of history, and the twin spires of a modern Lutheran church rising on a green hill near the waterfront, provide a focal point. To the south of Akureyri is the pyramid-shape rhyolite mountain Súlur. Beyond it is Kerling, the highest peak in Eyjafjörður District.
	15th15	MayMay	202525	Seydisfjørdur, Iceland	09:00	18:00
Seyðisfjörður, a beautiful 19th-century Norwegian village on the east coast of Iceland, is regarded by many as one of Iceland's most picturesque towns, not only due to its impressive environment, but also because nowhere in Iceland has a community of old wooden buildings been preserved so well as here. Poet Matthías Johannessen called Seyðisfjörður a 'pearl enclosed in a shell'. The community owes its origins to foreign merchants, mainly Danes, who started trading in the fjord in the mid-19th century. But the crucial factor in the evolution of the village was the establishment of the Icelandic herring fishery by Norwegians in 1870-1900. The Norwegians built up a number of herring-fishing facilities, and in a matter of years the little community grew into a boom town. Today, about 800 people live in Seyðisfjörður. The local economy has long been based on the fisheries, while light industry also flourishes. Tourism is playing a growing role, as the picturesque town in its spectacular surroundings attracts more and more visitors. The car/passenger ferry Norrøna, which plies between continental Europe and Iceland every summer, docks at Seyðisfjörður every Thursday. Seyðisfjörður has been a cosmopolitan community from its foundation, and the ferry service has contributed to ensuring that it remains so.
	16th16	MayMay	202525	At Sea
	17th17	MayMay	202525	At Sea
	18th18	MayMay	202525	Liverpool, England, disembark the Ambition	08:00
From world-class attractions and sports to legendary music, Liverpool offers old-world charm with modern sophistication, underpinned by a rich cultural history.

Ambition

Launch Year

1999

Refit Year

2023

Tonnage

48,123

Capacity

1,200

Cabins

713

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	12 nights aboard the Ambition
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Interior staterooms from		£1,169pp
INS07AFT	Inside Cabin (Aft - Deck 7)
INS08AFT	Inside Cabin (Aft - Deck 8)
INS08FWD	Inside Cabin (Forward - Deck 8)	£1,169pp
INS08MID	Inside Cabin (Midship - Deck 8)	£1,209pp
INS09AFT	Inside Cabin (Aft - Deck 9)	£1,239pp
INS09FWD	Inside Cabin (Forward - Deck 9)	£1,239pp
INS09MID	Inside Cabin (Midship - Deck 9)	£1,389pp
INS10AFT	Inside Cabin (Aft - Deck 10)	£1,429pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£1,739pp
OUT07AFT	Ocean View Cabin (Aft - Deck 7)
OUT07MIDO	Ocean View Cabin - Obstructed View (Midship - Deck 7)	£1,739pp
OUT08AFT	Ocean View Cabin (Aft - Deck 8)	£1,939pp
OUT08FWD	Ocean View Cabin (Forward - Deck 8)	£1,739pp
OUT08MID	Ocean View Cabin (Midship - Deck 8)	£1,839pp
OUT09AFT	Ocean View Cabin (Aft - Deck 9)	£2,029pp
OUT09FWD	Ocean View Cabin (Forward - Deck 9)	£1,939pp
OUT09MID	Ocean View Cabin (Midship - Deck 9)	£2,029pp
OUT10AFT	Ocean View Cabin (Aft - Deck 10)	£1,939pp

Balcony staterooms
BAL09AFT	Balcony Cabin (Aft - Deck 9)
BAL10AFT	Balcony Cabin (Aft - Deck 10)

Suite staterooms from		£2,419pp
SUI10FWD	Suite (Forward - Deck 10)
SUI10MID	Suite (Midship - Deck 10)	£2,419pp
DLX07AFT	Deluxe Suite (Aft - Deck 7)	£2,929pp
DLX08AFT	Deluxe Suite (Aft - Deck 8)	£2,999pp
SUI12AFT	Suite (Aft - Deck 12)	£2,579pp
PRM07AFT	Premium Suite (Aft - Deck 7)
PRM08AFT	Premium Suite (Aft - Deck 8)	£2,819pp
PRM09AFT	Premium Suite (Aft - Deck 9)	£2,999pp
PRM10AFT	Premium Suite (Aft - Deck 10)	£2,889pp
PRM12AFT	Premium Suite (Aft - Deck 12)	£2,889pp