8 Night Northern City Escapes Cruise

8 nights from £899pp departing Saturday 21st Jun 2025

Itinerary

Map

					Arrive	Depart
	21st21	JunJun	202525	Southampton, England, embark on the Independence Of The Seas		17:00
Lying near the head of Southampton Water, a peninsula between the estuaries of the Rivers Test and Itchen, Southampton is Britain’s largest cruise port. It has been one of England’s major ports since the Middle Ages, when it exported wool and hides from the hinterland and imported wine from Bordeaux. The city suffered heavy damage during World War Two and as a result the centre has been extensively rebuilt, but there are still some interesting medieval buildings including the Bargate, one of the finest city gatehouses in England.
	22nd22	JunJun	202525	At Sea
	23rd23	JunJun	202525	Oslo, Norway	10:00	18:00
Oslo is the capital of Norway and is also its largest city, situated at the head of Oslo Fjord and surrounded by hills and forests. Home to some 50 museums and full of galleries, cafés, a sculpture park and the Royal Palace, this vibrant city with its handsome 19th-century buildings and wide streets has much to offer. Its history dates back 1,000 years, and includes a rich seafaring heritage that ranges from the Viking era to Thor Heyerdahl’s Kon Tiki expedition. Discover more about this exciting city on our varied selection of excursions.
	24th24	JunJun	202525	Copenhagen, Denmark	10:00	20:00
By the 11th century, Copenhagen was already an important trading and fishing centre and today you will find an attractive city which, although the largest in Scandinavia, has managed to retain its low-level skyline. Discover some of the famous attractions including Gefion Fountain and Amalienborg Palace, perhaps cruise the city’s waterways, visit Rosenborg Castle or explore the medieval fishing village of Dragoer. Once the home of Hans Christian Andersen, Copenhagen features many reminders of its fairytale heritage and lives up to the reputation immortalised in the famous song ‘Wonderful Copenhagen’.
	25th25	JunJun	202525	At Sea
	26th26	JunJun	202525	Hamburg, Germany	07:00	16:00
Hamburg is Germany’s second-largest city with a history dating back to Charlemagne. A major port, this vibrant city is home to art and culture, extensive shopping facilities, Baroque buildings and waterfront vistas. With its well-known fish market, art galleries and Museums together with several beautiful parks including a botanical garden, this is a city with something for everyone. British visitors who remember the Swinging Sixties may like to visit the streets around Grosse Freiheit, where an unknown pop group called The Beatles gave their first public performances in various local clubs before achieving worldwide fame.
	27th27	JunJun	202525	Rotterdam, Netherlands	10:00	18:00
Rotterdam is a city that's a long way removed from most people's stereotypical notion of the Netherlands. There are few, if any, canals to be found here nor are there any quaint windmills. There is, however, a thriving modern city which is one of the busiest ports in the entire world.
	28th28	JunJun	202525	At Sea
	29th29	JunJun	202525	Southampton, England, disembark the Independence Of The Seas	05:30
Lying near the head of Southampton Water, a peninsula between the estuaries of the Rivers Test and Itchen, Southampton is Britain’s largest cruise port. It has been one of England’s major ports since the Middle Ages, when it exported wool and hides from the hinterland and imported wine from Bordeaux. The city suffered heavy damage during World War Two and as a result the centre has been extensively rebuilt, but there are still some interesting medieval buildings including the Bargate, one of the finest city gatehouses in England.

Independence Of The Seas

Launch Year

2008

Refit Year

2018

Tonnage

154,407

Capacity

4,560

Cabins

1,929

Accessible

Deck 15

Deck 14

Deck 13

Deck 12

Deck 11

Deck 10

Deck 9

Deck 8

Deck 7

Deck 6

Deck 5

Deck 4

Deck 3

Deck 2

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Giovanni's Table

EAT MORE ITALIAN

Every meal at Giovanni’s Table is a family-style celebration of rustic Italian flavour. You’ll find all your favourite Old-World classics on the menu here, like house focaccia served with marinated artichokes, olives and pesto, fluffy gnocchi tossed in a thyme-scented sauce of lamb and root vegetables, traditional risotto finished with porcini and truffle mushroom tapenade and veal osso buco paired with creamy cheese polenta, ripe tomatoes and sautéed green beans.

ATTIRE

Smart Casual

HOW TO PURCHASE

Cruise Planner or Onboard

MENU HIGHLIGHTS

First things first – ask for an order of the house focaccia, which comes with marinated artichokes, olives and pesto. And don’t miss the antipasti per due, an appetiser big enough for two that comes heaped with Italian salami, prosciutto, marinated anchovies, grilled artichokes, Cambozola cheese and more. There are plenty of tasty options to choose from if you’re a pasta lover, from parpadelle with pancetta in a rich radicchio cream, to taglierini tossed with cherry tomatoes, calamari, bay scallops and pesto. And if you’re craving a hearty Italian-style main course, try the polpette alla romana — tender veal meatballs in a rich tomato-herb sauce — or the costolette d’agnello alle erbe — grilled lamb chops served in a Merlot reduction with baby vegetable caponata and sautéed spinach.

PRO TIP

Giovanni’s Table is a great restaurant to dial up date night. If you’re celebrating a special occasion, just let the staff know ahead of time. They’ll help make it extra special!

Izumi

A FAR EAST FEAST

From fresh sushi to delicious teppanyaki prepared table side, Izumi Hibachi & Sushi offers a dialled-up Asian-inspired dining experience. Savour a wide variety of hot and cold appetisers, entrees, and desserts — and watch each course come together as an expert chef works right at your table.

ATTIRE

Smart Casual

HOW TO RESERVE

Cruise Planner or Onboard

MENU HIGHLIGHTS

The best way to kick off your dining experience at Izumi Hibachi & Sushi is with a few appetisers from the main menu. The shrimp firecracker spring roll is a must-try if you like a little spice — sambal chilli brings the heat while cool cream cheese softens the bite. If you love sushi, you’ll have plenty of rolls to choose from. One of the most imaginative from the signature sushi list spotlights blanched lobster and avocado in a refreshing champagne sauce, all rolled up in a yuzu fruit wrap. And no visit is complete without some selections from the teppanyaki menu, which include chicken breast, beef tenderloin, sea scallops, lobster, NY steak, and tiger shrimp. Whether you opt for the classic or the premier combo teppanyaki experience, you’ll enjoy complimentary starters like vegetable fried rice and green salad with tangy ginger dressing, and your choice of mochi ice cream or crispy sesame balls with red bean and plum sauce for dessert.

PRO TIP

If you’re dining with someone else, mix and match between teppanyaki options and selections from the extensive sushi list. That way, you can each try a little bit of everything.

Sorrento's Pizza

PIZZA WITH MORE PIZZAZZ

There’s nothing more satisfying than a great slice of pizza — and Royal Caribbean has spent years perfecting the recipe at Sorrento’s. Whether you’re into classics, like cheese and Margherita, or specialty pies, like the meat-loaded Carnivore or the pineapple, bacon and BBQ-infused Caribbean Dream, Sorrento’s serves up perfection in every slice.

ATTIRE

Casual

MENU HIGHLIGHTS

There’s no wrong way to do pizza at Sorrento’s — all the pies here are equally delicious. If you’re a traditionalist, go for a slice of classic cheese or Margherita, topped with sweet basil leaves. Want to spice things up? The pepperoni pie brings just the right amount of heat. If you’re craving something a little heartier, try the aptly-named Carnivore, which comes loaded with meat, or a slice of the sweet and smoky BBQ chicken pizza. For something totally out of the ordinary, don’t miss the Caribbean Dream. Sprinkled with bacon, pineapple and BBQ, every bite channels major island vibes.

PRO TIP

Sorrento’s is open late, which makes it one of the best spots for an after-hours bite.

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Champagne Bar

TOAST TO VACATION

Whether you spent the day chasing onboard thrills or soaking up beachside chill, raise a glass of bubbly at the Champagne Bar and celebrate another day in paradise. From bold bruts to crisp cremants, discover your perfect pairing for good times at sea.

HOW TO PURCHASE

Beverage Package or A La Carte

AGE RESTRICTION

21+ on sailings from North America, 18+ on sailings from South America, Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand.

MENU INTRO

The drink menu at the Champagne Bar is all about delicious sparkling wines from around the world, including cava, prosecco, cremant, and of course, Champagne. Order your favourite fizzy picks by the glass or pop open a bottle for the ultimate elevated evening.

PRO TIP

If you have a Deluxe Beverage Package, you can use it at the Champagne Bar.

Schooner Bar

LIVE MUSIC & MASTERFUL MIXING

Wrap up your night at Schooner Bar, where perfectly mixed cocktails and live entertainment come together in a warm-lit nautical-themed lounge. Cozy up in a seat under the mast, by the portholes, or right by the gleaming grand piano. The sing-along's about to being.

HOW TO PURCHASE

Beverage Package or A La Carte

AGE RESTRICTION

21+ on sailings from North America, 18+ on sailings from South America, Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand.

MENU HIGHLIGHTS

If you love a great old fashioned, you’ll find five versions of it on the menu at Schooner Bar, including a tropical twist that blends muddled cherries and pineapple with orange bitters and Malibu Coconut rum, and an innovative New Fashioned that brings in pink grapefruit, fresh raspberries, and a little bit of Southern Comfort. You can also dial up your night with a glamorous champagne cocktail, topped with Domaine Chandon and sweetened with an Angostura-doused sugar cube. Or sip your way across the Caribbean with a Zacapa rum-spiked daiquiri, shaken hard and double-strained, or a classic Papa Doble, prepared with Bacardi Superior rum, lychee and grapefruit juice. If you’re a fan of the Tom Collins, you’ll find that, too — plus four additional versions that each spotlight a different spirit.

PRO TIP

Up for something different? Let the bartender know what your favourite spirit is, and ask them to whip you up a surprise.

Boleros

SHAKE IT LIKE A CAIPIRINHA

Whether you’re stopping by for an after dinner drink or joining the salsa-stepping party, nighttime sizzles at Boleros. This Latin-themed club serves up Cuban mojitos, Brazilian caipirinhas, and your favourite classic cocktails to the sound of a six-piece band playing salsa, cumbia, merengue and samba.

HOW TO PURCHASE

Beverage Package or A La Carte

AGE RESTRICTION

21+ on sailings from North America, 18+ on sailings from South America, Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand.

MENU HIGHLIGHTS

You can’t go wrong with a classic mojito at Boleros, but everything on the cocktail menu here is worth trying. If you like your drinks on the fruitier side, try the kiwi caipirinha or the Fruitful Hurricane, made with white and dark rums, orange juice, lime juice, sugar syrup and grenadine. Want something a little more intense? You’ll love the Smokey Sunrise, which blends Del Maguey Vida mezcal agave nectar, orange juice and grenadine. If you’re a traditionalist, go for the Dark Cuba Libre, a simple yet delicious trio of Bacardi 8 rum, lime juice and Coke. Or mix things up with a bubbly Sombrero Cooler, made with silver tequila, orange juice, agave nectar and sparkling wine.

PRO TIP

If you don’t want to miss a single beat, check your Cruise Compass for the band’s performance schedule at Boleros.

Sky Pad

Bass Bouncer - BOUNCE TO THE BASS

If you want to make some serious sound waves, join the virtual reality Sky Pad℠ game Bass Bouncer, which throws you into a futuristic world powered entirely by music. Blast along toward Party Island and use the energy from your Beat Stream to power up as many sonic glyphs as you can on the way. At the end of your musical journey, you’ll get to hear the song you made in one rocking grand finale.

FOR CHINA SAILINGS ONLY

Fees apply. Prices are subject to change.

JOIN THE JUMP RALLY

Take on a team of robotic opponents in the Sky Pad℠ virtual reality bungee adventure game, Jump Rally. Your gaze controls an energy deflector, which you’ll have to use to stop as many power orbs as you can from passing the goal within the given timeframe. The longer you play, the more difficult the game gets, so stay sharp. The highest-scoring players will have their results posted on the daily leaderboard.

FOR CHINA SAILINGS ONLY

Fees apply. Prices are subject to change.

Sugar Leap - YOU’RE IN FOR A SWEET TREAT

What’s sweeter than victory? A sugar-coated adventure through a world made entirely of sweets. In the virtual reality Sky Pad℠ game, Sugar Leap, you’ll score points by grabbing sweets as you bounce your way along an enchanted path. Time your jumps and adjust your jumping height to max out your sugar meter. If you level up on a Sugar Rush, every sweet you collect is worth twice as much. Those who tap out with the highest-ranking sugar sprees will be listed on the daily leaderboard.

FOR CHINA SAILINGS ONLY

Fees apply. Prices are subject to change.

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Holiday Summary

	Return flights including luggage allowance
	Overseas Transfers
	8 nights aboard the Independence Of The Seas
	Evening entertainment & Broadway style shows
	Choice of traditional or anytime dining
	Drinks Packages available
	Speciality Restaurants (charges may apply)
	24-hour room service
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

Interior staterooms from		£899pp
2V	Interior	£1,829pp
4V	Interior	£1,119pp
ZI	Interior Guarantee	£899pp
2T	Promenade View Interior	£2,579pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£3,069pp
2N	Ocean View	£3,069pp
1L	Spacious Panoramic Ocean View	£3,169pp

Balcony staterooms from		£2,649pp
CP	Connecting Promenade	£2,649pp

Suite staterooms from		£5,419pp
J3	Junior Suite	£5,619pp
J4	Junior Suite	£5,419pp

Interior staterooms from		£1,654pp
2V	Interior	£2,584pp
4V	Interior	£1,874pp
ZI	Interior Guarantee	£1,654pp
2T	Promenade View Interior	£3,334pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£3,824pp
2N	Ocean View	£3,824pp
1L	Spacious Panoramic Ocean View	£3,924pp

Balcony staterooms from		£3,404pp
CP	Connecting Promenade	£3,404pp

Suite staterooms from		£6,174pp
J3	Junior Suite	£6,374pp
J4	Junior Suite	£6,174pp

Interior staterooms from		£1,317pp
2V	Interior	£2,247pp
4V	Interior	£1,537pp
ZI	Interior Guarantee	£1,317pp
2T	Promenade View Interior	£2,997pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£3,487pp
2N	Ocean View	£3,487pp
1L	Spacious Panoramic Ocean View	£3,587pp

Balcony staterooms from		£3,067pp
CP	Connecting Promenade	£3,067pp

Suite staterooms from		£5,837pp
J3	Junior Suite	£6,037pp
J4	Junior Suite	£5,837pp

Interior staterooms from		£1,534pp
2V	Interior	£2,464pp
4V	Interior	£1,754pp
ZI	Interior Guarantee	£1,534pp
2T	Promenade View Interior	£3,214pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£3,704pp
2N	Ocean View	£3,704pp
1L	Spacious Panoramic Ocean View	£3,804pp

Balcony staterooms from		£3,284pp
CP	Connecting Promenade	£3,284pp

Suite staterooms from		£6,054pp
J3	Junior Suite	£6,254pp
J4	Junior Suite	£6,054pp

Interior staterooms from		£1,296pp
2V	Interior	£2,226pp
4V	Interior	£1,516pp
ZI	Interior Guarantee	£1,296pp
2T	Promenade View Interior	£2,976pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£3,466pp
2N	Ocean View	£3,466pp
1L	Spacious Panoramic Ocean View	£3,566pp

Balcony staterooms from		£3,046pp
CP	Connecting Promenade	£3,046pp

Suite staterooms from		£5,816pp
J3	Junior Suite	£6,016pp
J4	Junior Suite	£5,816pp