Royal Routes - London to Reykjavik

Itinerary

Day 1 Aug 12, 2026 Southampton Departs 17:00 Cruises from Southampton are part of a storied maritime heritage. Famous ships have sailed from Southampton port and, before commercial air travel, it was the gateway to the world with Hollywood celebrities like Bette Davis and Elizabeth Taylor passing through to board a Southampton cruise. In its atmospheric Old Town, 12th-century churches, cobbled streets, and timber-framed houses like the impressive Tudor House & Garden sit side-by-side, surrounded by one of the most complete Medieval city walls in the UK where the Bargate – the ancient entrance – still stands intact. There are bustling marina-side bars, shiny shopping districts and a vibrant cultural quarter where the Mayflower Theatre puts on West End musicals and the SeaCity Museum catalogues Southampton’s seafaring past. Some of England’s most impressive landmarks are an easy drive away, including the Neolithic wonder Stonehenge, the picturesque spa city Bath or Buckingham Palace, Tate Modern and Tower Bridge in the bustling capital of London. Discover 5,000 years of history and more on a Southampton cruise. Southampton port guide Search cruises visiting Southampton

Day 3 Aug 14, 2026 Rosyth, Edinburgh 09:00 – 21:00 12.0 hrs ashore Welcome to Edinburgh, the administrative and cultural capital of Scotland. The present city had its origin in the 11th century.Towards the end of the Middle Ages, Edinburgh's development prompted the construction of two walls to encircle the settlement and to protect her citizens. Adversely, the walls inhibited expansion and contained the city for almost 250 years. After Scotland was joined with England in 1707, defense was no longer a key issue and the city began to spread beyond the protective walls. Edinburgh entered its golden age in the late 18th century and emerged as one of Europe's great intellectual capitals. Dominating the city from atop Castle Rock is the oldest and most prominent surviving structure, Edinburgh Castle. The Royal Mile links the castle with the 16th-century Holyroodhouse Palace, the official residence of the Queen when she visits Edinburgh. The Throne Room and the State Apartments, with their rich tapestries and period furnishings, are of particular interest. While major historic monuments are found in the Old Town, Georgian architecture characterizes the New Town, which is the heart of the city. Princes Street marks the dividing line between the old and new sections. Shops, hotels, clubs and restaurants line its northern side; the southern side is flanked by Princes Street Gardens. Edinburgh is first and foremost a cultural and educational center. Its university, the largest in Scotland, was founded in 1583; it became a famous center for medical studies. The city is also noted for its excellent galleries and museums as well as the annual Edinburgh Military Tattoo and the International Festival. The distance between Edinburgh and Rosyth is 14 miles, requiring a driving time of approximately 45 minutes. Rosyth, Edinburgh port guide Search cruises visiting Rosyth, Edinburgh

Day 4 Aug 15, 2026 Invergordon Departs 21:00 The Highlands in the northern part of Scotland are known for their magnificent scenery, boasting a landscape of dramatic mountains and forested hills. This region also is of historic importance and full of legends including the fabled Loch Ness monster. For centuries, Scotland was England's principal enemy. Then in 1603, James VI of Scotland became James I of England, thus establishing the first political union between the two countries. Despite these ties, Scottish nationalism persisted.The resistance came to an end in 1746 when Bonnie Prince Charlie, in a sad but heroic attempt to reclaim the throne, was defeated in the Battle of Culloden. It changed the social structure of the Highlands forever. Powerful clans were disarmed; for many years wearing kilts was prohibited because the kilt was seen as a symbol of Scottish pride. Scotland ultimately was ruled from London. Invergordon is the port for Inverness, the capital of the Scottish Highlands and junction of many routes. Over the centuries, Inverness was often the focal point of clashes between Highland chiefs, and the Crown. Today the town is a popular tourist attraction as well as a gathering place for the clans of the surrounding area. Many of the traditional Scottish events take place here each summer, including the Highland Games and the Sheep Dog Trials. Invergordon is also a good starting point for excursions to many of the area's attractions, including the Battlefield of Culloden, Loch Ness, the villages of Tain and Cromarty, historic castles and old whisky distilleries. The local economy relies heavily on tourism, in addition to fishing and agriculture. Enjoy the picture-perfect scenery and perhaps an opportunity to chat with a Highlander eager to introduce you to his fabled land and its rich heritage.

Day 5 Aug 16, 2026 Lerwick, Scotland 10:00 – 19:00 9.0 hrs ashore Lerwick, the port where your MSC cruise ship awaits your return, is very much the focus of Shetland’s commercial life. All year, its sheltered harbour is busy with ferries and fishing boats, as well as specialized craft including oil-rig supply, seismic survey and naval vessels from all round the North Sea. In summer, the quayside comes alive with visiting yachts, cruise liners, historic vessels such as the restored Swan and the occasional tall ship. Behind the old harbour is the compact town centre, made up of one long main street, flagstone-clad Commercial Street, whose narrow, winding form, set back one block from the Esplanade, provides shelter from the elements even on the worst days. From here, narrow lanes, known as closses, rise westwards to the late Victorian new town. The northern end of Commercial Street is marked by the towering walls of Fort Charlotte, begun for Charles II in 1665, burnt down by the Dutch fleet in August 1673, and repaired and named in honour of George III’s queen in the 1780s. Exhibits at the Shetland Museum, in a wonderful purpose-built waterfront building, include replicas of a hoard of Pictish silver found locally, the Monks Stone, thought to show the arrival of Christianity in Shetland, and a block of butter, tax payment for the King of Norway, found preserved in a peat bog. MSC Northern Europe cruises also offer excursions to Scalloway, once the capital of Shetland, which however waned in importance throughout the eighteenth century as Lerwick grew. Nowadays, Scalloway is fairly sleepy, though its harbour is busy enough. The town is dominated by the imposing shell of Scalloway Castle, a classic fortified tower house built with forced labour in 1600 by the infamous Earl Patrick Stewart, who held court in the castle and gained a reputation for cruelty and corruption.

Day 6 Aug 17, 2026 Thorshaven 11:00 – 19:00 8.0 hrs ashore A distant outpost of Denmark, the Faroe Islands suddenly appear out of the misty North Atlantic, nearly 200 miles from the nearest landfall. Of the twenty-two islands in the group, seventeen are inhabited, with a population of 17,000 residing in the capital city of Torshavn. Irish monks discovered the islands in the 8th century and became the first settlers, only to be driven out by Viking explorers a century later. The traditions and legends of their Viking forefathers are kept alive in a language so close to old Norse that Faroe Islanders can still read the ancient texts inscribed centuries ago. The name Faroe comes from faereyjar, the Old Norse word meaning "Sheep Islands." With thousands of sheep dotting the hillsides, the name remains apt today. While sheep are important to the economy, the real wealth of the islands comes from the fishing industry. A fleet of over 300 trawlers and line-fishing boats bring in an average annual haul of 245,000 tons of cod and herring. Ultra-modern processing and freezing plants do the job of getting the product to market in the most efficient manner.

Day 8 Aug 19, 2026 Heimaey 08:00 – 17:00 9.0 hrs ashore The largest of the Westman Islands off the Icelandic coast, Heimaey is best known for a volcanic eruption in 1973 from a previously unknown fissure that rained ash and lava and changed the landscape forever. A heroic effort was made to save the town – and the valuable frozen fish stock stored at the pier – by pouring seawater on the molten lava. This slowed the red-hot lava’s march toward the sea, and all residents were able to escape. In time, residents were able to return and rebuild the community, now situated amidst the lush landscape of volcanic peaks. The must-see Eldheimar Museum is dedicated to this traumatic event and includes the excavated ruins of one of the homes buried in the eruption. Heimaey port guide Search cruises visiting Heimaey

Heimaey photo — Day 8 Aug 19, 2026 Heimaey 08:00 – 17:00 9.0 hrs ashore The largest of the Westman Islands off the Icelandic coast, Heimaey is best known for a volcanic eruption in 1973 from a previously unknown fissure that rained ash and lava and changed the landscape forever. A heroic effort was made to save the town – and the valuable frozen fish stock stored at the pier – by pouring seawater on the molten lava. This slowed the red-hot lava’s march toward the sea, and all residents were able to escape. In time, residents were able to return and rebuild the community, now situated amidst the lush landscape of volcanic peaks. The must-see Eldheimar Museum is dedicated to this traumatic event and includes the excavated ruins of one of the homes buried in the eruption. Heimaey port guide Search cruises visiting Heimaey

Day 9 Aug 20, 2026 Reykjavik, Iceland 08:00 – 18:00 10.0 hrs ashore Reykjavík is mirrored in the waters of its bay, as you can see when your cruise ship sets anchor in the port. The quays along the seafront host a variety of shops, live music clubs and cafés. Take a stroll down Frakkastigur up to Lækjartorg, to admire the Sólfar, also known as the Sun Voyager, a large modern steelsculpture by Jón Gunnar Árnason, that represents a Viking vessel, with the bow pointing towards the north. Go back in history as you reach the historic centre, in the districts of Aðalstræti and Suðurgata, where you can still see the remains of some primitive Icelandic dwellings. Also the church of Hallgrímur, probably the most important architectural monument in Reykjavik, is worth a visit. As you will discover during your MSC cruise of Northern Europe, geothermal energy positively conditions the life of the entire country and there is an abundance of spas. Don’t miss an excursion to the Þingvellir national park, in the south west region of the island, a UNESCO world heritage site since 2004. On the northern shores of the Þingvallavatn, the largest Icelandic lake, the Öxará river forms the Öxaráfoss waterfall in the vicinity of Almannagjá, the largest cleft in this land. If you like waterfalls, you should not miss a visit to Gullfoss, in the south east of the island: the river Hvítá here drops down 11 and then 21 metres forming the queen of all Icelandic waterfalls and then continues along a narrow gorge in the plateau. In this area we also find the Strokkur, the only geyser that regularly erupts every 4-8 minutes. Then proceed to Geysir, in the Haukadalur valley, the oldest known geyser, from which the term originates. Its eruptions spray boiling water up to 60 metres into the air, but often reach higher than 100 metres: it is the tallest of the active geysers. Reykjavik, Iceland port guide Search cruises visiting Reykjavik, Iceland

Reykjavik, Iceland photo — Day 9 Aug 20, 2026 Reykjavik, Iceland 08:00 – 18:00 10.0 hrs ashore Reykjavík is mirrored in the waters of its bay, as you can see when your cruise ship sets anchor in the port. The quays along the seafront host a variety of shops, live music clubs and cafés. Take a stroll down Frakkastigur up to Lækjartorg, to admire the Sólfar, also known as the Sun Voyager, a large modern steelsculpture by Jón Gunnar Árnason, that represents a Viking vessel, with the bow pointing towards the north. Go back in history as you reach the historic centre, in the districts of Aðalstræti and Suðurgata, where you can still see the remains of some primitive Icelandic dwellings. Also the church of Hallgrímur, probably the most important architectural monument in Reykjavik, is worth a visit. As you will discover during your MSC cruise of Northern Europe, geothermal energy positively conditions the life of the entire country and there is an abundance of spas. Don’t miss an excursion to the Þingvellir national park, in the south west region of the island, a UNESCO world heritage site since 2004. On the northern shores of the Þingvallavatn, the largest Icelandic lake, the Öxará river forms the Öxaráfoss waterfall in the vicinity of Almannagjá, the largest cleft in this land. If you like waterfalls, you should not miss a visit to Gullfoss, in the south east of the island: the river Hvítá here drops down 11 and then 21 metres forming the queen of all Icelandic waterfalls and then continues along a narrow gorge in the plateau. In this area we also find the Strokkur, the only geyser that regularly erupts every 4-8 minutes. Then proceed to Geysir, in the Haukadalur valley, the oldest known geyser, from which the term originates. Its eruptions spray boiling water up to 60 metres into the air, but often reach higher than 100 metres: it is the tallest of the active geysers. Reykjavik, Iceland port guide Search cruises visiting Reykjavik, Iceland

Ship

Your ship Seven Seas Voyager 6★ **42,363** GT **698** guests Built **2004** A trailblazer in the exclusive world of all-suite, all-balcony ships, Seven Seas Voyager exceeds even the loftiest expectations for luxury. Considering her size, the amenities are surprisingly plentiful and include four main dining venues where you can dine wherever, whenever and with whomever you choose. With 447 international crew members attending to a maximum of but 700 guests, personal service is exceedingly indulgent throughout. You’ll find time spent on board the ship to be just as enriching as time ashore. Relax by the pool, compete in a friendly game of trivia or bocce ball, indulge in treats at afternoon tea and gain insight from an expert lecturer. Seven Seas Voyager ship guide Search cruises on Seven Seas Voyager

Fly-cruise options

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Airport	Price pp	Included
ABQ	$15,229.00	Extra
ALB	$15,339.00	Extra
ATL	$15,139.00	Extra
AUS	$15,219.00	Extra
AVL	$15,259.00	Extra
BDL	$15,339.00	Extra
BFL	$15,289.00	Extra
BHM	$15,289.00	Extra
BIL	$15,229.00	Extra
BNA	$15,289.00	Extra
BOI	$15,229.00	Extra
BOS	$15,119.00	Extra
BUF	$15,339.00	Extra
BWI	$15,079.00	Extra
CHA	$15,289.00	Extra
CHS	$15,259.00	Extra
CID	$15,219.00	Extra
CLE	$15,289.00	Extra
CLT	$15,319.00	Extra
CMH	$15,289.00	Extra
COS	$15,229.00	Extra
CVG	$15,289.00	Extra
DCA	$15,079.00	Extra
DEN	$15,259.00	Extra
DFW	$15,519.00	Extra
DSM	$15,219.00	Extra
DTW	$15,169.00	Extra
ELP	$15,229.00	Extra
EUG	$15,289.00	Extra
EWR	$14,779.00	Extra
FAR	$15,219.00	Extra
FAT	$15,289.00	Extra
FLL	$15,179.00	Extra
FSD	$15,219.00	Extra
GEG	$15,289.00	Extra
GRR	$15,289.00	Extra
GSO	$15,289.00	Extra
GSP	$15,259.00	Extra
GTF	$15,229.00	Extra
HNL	$15,289.00	Extra
HSV	$15,289.00	Extra
IAD	$15,079.00	Extra
IAH	$15,529.00	Extra
ICT	$15,219.00	Extra
ILM	$15,259.00	Extra
IND	$15,289.00	Extra
JAN	$15,219.00	Extra
JAX	$15,169.00	Extra
JFK	$14,779.00	Extra
LAS	$15,229.00	Extra
LAX	$15,159.00	Extra
LBB	$15,219.00	Extra
LEX	$15,289.00	Extra
LGA	$14,779.00	Extra
LIT	$15,219.00	Extra
MAF	$15,219.00	Extra
MCI	$15,219.00	Extra
MCO	$15,109.00	Extra
MDW	$15,119.00	Extra
MEM	$15,289.00	Extra
MIA	$15,179.00	Extra
MKE	$15,219.00	Extra
MOB	$15,289.00	Extra
MSN	$15,219.00	Extra
MSP	$15,259.00	Extra
MSY	$15,219.00	Extra
MYR	$15,259.00	Extra
OKC	$15,219.00	Extra
OMA	$15,219.00	Extra
ORD	$15,119.00	Extra
ORF	$15,259.00	Extra
PBI	$15,179.00	Extra
PDX	$15,289.00	Extra
PHL	$15,419.00	Extra
PHX	$15,259.00	Extra
PIA	$15,219.00	Extra
PIT	$15,289.00	Extra
PSP	$15,289.00	Extra
PVD	$15,339.00	Extra
PWM	$15,339.00	Extra
RDU	$15,259.00	Extra
RIC	$15,259.00	Extra
RNO	$15,229.00	Extra
ROC	$15,339.00	Extra
RSW	$15,169.00	Extra
SAN	$15,159.00	Extra
SAT	$15,179.00	Extra
SAV	$15,129.00	Extra
SBA	$15,289.00	Extra
SDF	$15,289.00	Extra
SEA	$15,149.00	Extra
SFO	$15,149.00	Extra
SGF	$15,219.00	Extra
SHV	$15,219.00	Extra
SLC	$15,229.00	Extra
SMF	$15,289.00	Extra
SNA	$15,159.00	Extra
STL	$15,219.00	Extra
SYR	$15,339.00	Extra
TPA	$15,169.00	Extra
TUL	$15,219.00	Extra
TUS	$15,229.00	Extra
TYS	$15,289.00	Extra
XNA	$15,219.00	Extra
YEG	$15,229.00	Extra
YOW	$15,339.00	Extra
YUL	$15,629.00	Extra
YVR	$15,359.00	Extra
YYC	$15,229.00	Extra
YYJ	$15,289.00	Extra
YYZ	$15,269.00	Extra

Name	Supplier code	Type
Penthouse Suite	A	Suite
Penthouse Suite	B	Suite
Penthouse Suite	C	Suite
Concierge Suite	D	Suite
Concierge Suite	E	Suite
Deluxe Veranda Suite	F	Suite
Deluxe Veranda Suite	G	Suite
Grand Suite	GS	Suite
Deluxe Veranda Suite	H	Suite
Signature Suite	SG	Suite
Seven Seas Suite FORWARD	SS	Suite
Seven Seas Suite (AFT)	SSA	Suite
Voyager Suite	VS	Suite

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