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Welcome to Vantage Explorations’ Copenhagen to Edinburgh: A Viking Saga

Sailing in the tradition of the ancient narrative known by the Vikings as ‘Saga’, our journey emulates the Norse and their enduring bond with the sea. These iconic lands, shaped by centuries of exploration and conquest, echo with the legacy of seafaring warriors. The spirit of ancient adventurers comes alive as we visit the Viking strongholds of Gothenburg, Bergen, and Kristiansand, where daring raids created isolated settlements, laying the foundation for modern-day Scandinavia. In Norway, maritime heritage speaks of a nautical past, and its fjords reflect a time when longships carved through these waters in search of treasures. In the remote Shetlands and Orkneys, modern-day descendants continue the legacy of their forebears and tales of the old world continue to inspire the imagination of the new.

Highlights

Trace Viking footsteps through ancient strongholds in Gothenburg, Bergen, and Kristiansand
Cruise the saga-filled waters of Lysefjord and Hardangerfjord where Norse longships once sought fortune and fame
Stand on the windswept shores of the Shetlands and Orkneys, where Norse legacy still lives
Explore the Orkneys and Shetlands to experience life on a remote island
End your journey in storied Edinburgh, where Scottish legends and royal intrigue intertwine

Itinerary

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Our Ship

The Douglas Mawson

Our new purpose-built small ship, the Douglas Mawson.
Capacity
154 Passengers Maximum (130 on Expedition)
Year built
2025
Cabins
86
Length
104.4 m
Decks
8
Speed
10-12 Knots