21-Day ~ Ultimate Viking Knitting Cruise (June 2024)
Holland America Line
Ultimate Viking Explorer
Start Date:
June 8, 2024
End Date:
June 29, 2024
Ultimate Viking Explorer ~ Itinerary
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Arrival Date:
June 8, 2024
Departure Date: June 8, 2024
Departure Time:
03:00 PM
Amsterdam often referred to as the Venice of the north and has a storybook quality with is lovely canals and quaint architecture. No two houses are alike and it is a fun city to explore. The attractions are really too numerous to list here but guide books of things to do abound.
Amsterdam can easily assessable by foot or by bike or by boat. The city itself can be walked from end to end in about 30 to 40 minutes. Bikes easily outnumber cars in this city and can be rented very easily by tourists. Another charming way to tour the city is by boat. Boats tours offer a picturesque way to tour the city through the city's numerous canals.
Day at Sea
Arrival Date:
June 9, 2024
Departure Date: June 9, 2024
Explore the ship and enjoy taking our various classes.
Oslo, Norway
Arrival Date:
June 10, 2024
Arrival Time:
07:00 AM
Departure Date: June 10, 2024
Departure Time:
03:00 PM
Spotless and sophisticated, Oslo brims with sights, from Thor Heyerdahl's Kon-Tiki to the open-air Norsk Folkemuseum. Explore the many forests, parks, and lakes in Oslo, or look for a Norwegian wool sweater to inspire your creative juices.
At Sea
Arrival Date:
June 11, 2024
Departure Date: June 11, 2024
While at sea you can enjoy the vast amenities offered aboard the cruise ship. Craft Cruises holds various classes during times at sea.
Torshavn, Faroe Islands
Arrival Date:
June 12, 2024
Arrival Time:
07:00 AM
Departure Date: June 12, 2024
Departure Time:
04:00 PM
Torshavn is the largest town and the capital of Faroe Islands. This is the land of fresh air, the deep blue ocean, the vertical sea cliffs, green mountains and picturesque valleys. This magical place was first believed to be populated by emigrants escaping the tyranny of 9th century Norway.
Djupivogur, Iceland
Arrival Date:
June 13, 2024
Arrival Time:
08:00 AM
Departure Date: June 13, 2024
Departure Time:
04:00 PM
The incomparable natural beauty of Djupivogur, with its mist-covered mountain peaks, gives this remote and sparsely populated village make you feel as if you just time traveled back to the 1900s. Stroll around Djupivogur, visit coffee shops and museums, take a look at local handcraft, and breathe in the spirit of a typical Icelandic fishing village. The scenic beauty of the lagoon of Vatnajokull is truly breathtaking and one of the favorite locations of filmmakers for shooting advertisements and films. Djupivogur port of call also has one of the best bird-watching facilities. Numerous rare species of local and migratory birds are spotted here. The Papey Island safari tour will take you to one of most untouched spots in the world. The Island is very small, but a treasure trove for bird watchers. In the summertime, it becomes the breeding ground of almost 30,000 puffins. Other species include the Black Gulls, Black-legged Kittiwake and the common Eider.
Scenic cruising Berufjordur
Arrival Date:
June 13, 2024
Departure Date: June 13, 2024
Day at Sea
Arrival Date:
June 14, 2024
Departure Date: June 14, 2024
Explore the ship and enjoy taking our various classes.
Isafjordur, Iceland
Arrival Date:
June 15, 2024
Arrival Time:
07:00 AM
Departure Date: June 15, 2024
Departure Time:
03:00 PM
Isafjörður is the perfect port of call for those who prefer exploring places that are off the beaten track. This beautiful town is in the north west of Iceland.
Scenic cruising Isafjardurdjur
Arrival Date:
June 15, 2024
Departure Date: June 15, 2024
Scenic cruising Isafjardurdjur
At Sea
Arrival Date:
June 16, 2024
Departure Date: June 16, 2024
While at sea you can enjoy the vast amenities offered aboard the cruise ship. Craft Cruises holds various classes during times at sea.
Nanortalik, Greenland
Arrival Date:
June 17, 2024
Arrival Time:
12:00 PM
Departure Date: June 17, 2024
Departure Time:
08:00 PM
This is the southernmost town of Greenland and is home to the steep peaks of the Tasermuiut Fjord, lush forests, and rugged landscape. The Northern Lights put on a dazzling show all year long here.
Paamiut (Frederikshab), Greenland
Arrival Date:
June 18, 2024
Arrival Time:
10:00 AM
Departure Date: June 18, 2024
Departure Time:
06:00 PM
People have lived in the Paamiut area since around 1500 BC. The name Paamiut is Kalaallisut for "Those who Reside by the Mouth".
Qaqortoq, Greenland
Arrival Date:
June 19, 2024
Arrival Time:
07:00 AM
Departure Date: June 19, 2024
Departure Time:
01:00 PM
Over 85% of this place is covered in ice! Learn how its 3,400 inhabitants survive in harsh conditions in a remote area of Greenland.
Day at Sea
Arrival Date:
June 20, 2024
Departure Date: June 20, 2024
Explore the ship and enjoy taking our various classes.
Reykjavik, Iceland
Arrival Date:
June 21, 2024
Arrival Time:
12:00 PM
Departure Date: June 22, 2024
Departure Time:
06:00 PM
Reykjavik is the world's most northerly city set against a backdrop of snow capped mountains, ocean views and incredible volcanic surroundings. A wild nightlife, colorful building and interesting people make this a must see city.
At Sea
Arrival Date:
June 23, 2024
Departure Date: June 23, 2024
While at sea you can enjoy the vast amenities offered aboard the cruise ship. Craft Cruises holds various classes during times at sea.
Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Scotland
Arrival Date:
June 24, 2024
Arrival Time:
11:00 AM
Departure Date: June 24, 2024
Departure Time:
11:00 PM
Stornoway, Scotland, is a picturesque harbor town on the Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, famous for Harris Tweed fabric, coastal scenery, and stark but hauntingly beautiful moors. Steeped in thousands of years of history, the island offers excellent examples of Bronze Age and Iron Age ruins as well as a Victorian-era castle overlooking the harbor.
Portree, Isle of Skye, UK
Arrival Date:
June 25, 2024
Arrival Time:
07:00 AM
Departure Date: June 25, 2024
Departure Time:
04:00 PM
Portree is the principal town on the romantic Isle of Skye. Wherever you go on the island, you will find the Gaelic language still thriving, giving Skye a distinctly different feel to mainland Scotland.
Kirkwall, Scotland
Arrival Date:
June 26, 2024
Arrival Time:
08:00 AM
Departure Date: June 26, 2024
Departure Time:
05:00 PM
Kirkwall is the capital and administrative centre of Orkney. It is a Viking town that was founded around 1035 by Earl Rognvald Brusason. The name Kirkwall comes from the Old Norse, 'Kirkjuvagar' meaning 'church-bay' and refers to a much older church than the present day Cathedral. The original town is one of the best preserved examples of an ancient Norse town.
Edinburgh, Scotland, UK (S. Queensferry)
Arrival Date:
June 27, 2024
Arrival Time:
08:00 AM
Departure Date: June 27, 2024
Departure Time:
06:00 PM
South Queensferry is your jumping-off point for the highlights of Edinburgh, including historic Edinburgh Castle, housing the Scottish crown jewels and the palace that was once home to Mary Queen of Scots. This part of Scotland is known for its rain so be prepared for lush gardens and pretty cobbled walkways that can be slippery when wet. Edinburgh has a great old town with many major historic monuments. This region easily dates back to medieval times.
Day at Sea
Arrival Date:
June 28, 2024
Departure Date: June 28, 2024
Explore the ship and enjoy taking our various classes.
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Arrival Date:
June 29, 2024
Arrival Time:
07:00 AM
Departure Date: June 29, 2024
Amsterdam often referred to as the Venice of the north and has a storybook quality with is lovely canals and quaint architecture. No two houses are alike and it is a fun city to explore. The attractions are really too numerous to list here but guide books of things to do abound.
Amsterdam can easily assessable by foot or by bike or by boat. The city itself can be walked from end to end in about 30 to 40 minutes. Bikes easily outnumber cars in this city and can be rented very easily by tourists. Another charming way to tour the city is by boat. Boats tours offer a picturesque way to tour the city through the city's numerous canals.