Germany Cruise from Hamburg to Southampton — 11 Days

10 nights · Germany · Departs Hamburg (Germany) · Visiting Oslo, Alesund, Olden, Stavanger, Kristiansand, Southampton · Aboard Cunard on the Queen Victoria

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Hamburg Cruise Port Oslo Cruise Port: Shore Excursions & Expert Guide Alesund Cruise Port: Shore Excursions & Expert Guide Olden Cruise Port: Shore Excursions & Briksdal Glacier Guide
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Cruise lineCunard
ShipQueen Victoria
Duration10 nights
Port calls7
Departures1 sailings
From fare$1,529 per person
Year built2007
Guests2489
Cabins1037
Crew900
Length293 m
Beam32 m
Cruising speed24.0 kn
  1. Day 1

    Hamburg, Germany

    Hamburg rewards visitors who look beyond its grand harbor to discover a city shaped by trade and water. From the Speicherstadt warehouses and canals to the Elbphilharmonie’s sweeping river views, Hamburg pairs historic character with modern ambition. Stroll around the Rathaus and lakeside paths, then sample fresh fish or coffee in a city with enduring maritime energy. Allow time for a harbor ferry: it offers a memorable view of Hamburg’s working waterfront.

  2. Day 3

    Oslo, Norway

    Oslo rewards curious travellers with a rare balance of grand history, modern design and easy access to nature. From the harbour, walk to City Hall, the Nobel Peace Center and Akershus Fortress, whose ramparts overlook the fjord. Across the water, Bygdøy gathers standout museums, including the Fram Museum and Norwegian Folk Museum. Save time for the Opera House, where a public roof offers a striking view over the city and Oslofjord.

  3. Day 5

    Alesund, Norway

    Ålesund makes an immediate impression: its waterfront is lined with Art Nouveau buildings, rebuilt after a devastating fire in 1904. Beyond the elegant façades, this is a working Norwegian port framed by islands and steep mountain peaks. Climb the 418 steps to Mount Aksla for a sweeping view across the town and Sunnmøre Alps. Then visit the Atlantic Sea-Park, one of Northern Europe’s largest saltwater aquariums.

  4. Day 6

    Olden, Norway

    Olden sits at the head of Nordfjord, where steep green mountains rise from the water and glaciers shape the horizon. From the village, roads lead to Briksdal Glacier, an arm of Jostedalsbreen, with a final walk through valleys and waterfalls. Nearby, Loen Skylift climbs to Mount Hoven for wide views over fjord, peaks and lakes. Come ashore ready to choose: a close encounter with ice, or Norway seen from above.

  5. Day 7

    Stavanger, Norway

    Stavanger rewards a shore day spent on foot. White wooden houses line the compact old centre beside a lively harbour. The Norwegian Petroleum Museum explains how oil reshaped the city. Climb to the cathedral, begun around 1125, then browse Øvre Holmegate’s colourful cafés and shops. For a wider view, take a boat into Lysefjord, where sheer cliffs rise beneath Preikestolen. Wear good shoes; cobbles and steep lanes are part of the pleasure.

  6. Day 8

    Kristiansand, Norway

    Kristiansand is southern Norway at an easy pace, with a handsome harbour and a compact centre made for walking. Founded in 1641 by King Christian IV, Kristiansand’s grid still shapes Kvadraturen, its compact central district. Posebyen’s quiet lanes are lined with white wooden houses, part of one of northern Europe’s largest collections. Follow the waterfront to Fiskebrygga, where fish counters and restaurants make an easy lunch stop. Kilden, the city’s waterfront concert hall, adds a bold modern note.

  7. Day 11

    Southampton

    Southampton is a working port with a rich maritime past. Walk its medieval city walls, then visit SeaCity Museum, where exhibits explore the city’s connection to the Titanic. The Mayflower began its 1620 voyage from Southampton, and the Titanic sailed from here in 1912. Beyond the waterfront, the New Forest’s heathland and Winchester’s cathedral make rewarding excursions.

Queen Victoria Cruises

Published August 29, 2026
Last updated October 3, 2026
Author: J. Richard

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