Celebrity Silhouette Takes Passengers To Fairy-Tale-Like Cities In Norway
Looking for an unrivalled experience at sea? Celebrity Silhouette promises an enchanting itinerary along the Norwegian Fjords and captivating cities without a shadow of a doubt. Voted Best Mediterranean Cruises (Large Ship) by Cruise Critic Cruisers’ Choice Awards, Celebrity Silhouette is set to depart from Southampton, England 27 April for a seven-night sailing.
The Celebrity Silhouette® boasts and impressive and chic iconic Lawn Club for passengers to relax and socialise in the fresh sea air. Its Lawn Club Grill restaurant offers an interactive outdoor grilling experience with unrivalled sunset views. After a day of adventure, passengers can unwind in their own cabana-styled haven at The Alcoves. Not to mention that 85% of the ship’s luxurious staterooms are enhanced by sweeping veranda views maintaining an extraordinary vacation experience throughout the sailing duration.
Passengers taking this cruise will dock at the most soul-fulfilling scenic spots. Departing from Southampton pier in England, this city located on England’s southern coast, has a deep connection with WWII, having been used as a staging area for the attack on D-Day. It’s also well-known to be the home port of the Queen Mary 2. Today, the city is largely defined by its universities and retail shopping. While on the Southampton cruise, passengers can visit the nearby, quaint town of Windsor where they can visit the many boutiques of High Street or enjoy a tour of historic Windsor Castle, the private residence for the British royal family
Celebrity Silhouette’s first docking takes place at Bergen, Norway, a former Viking stronghold girded by deep fjords, towering mountains and sweeping glaciers. A visit to Bryggen Wharf, is a must for savvy bargain hunters in one of the many artisans’ workshops or visit the famous Fish Market for a real treat. Bergen specialties include fish soup, cured salmon, herring, shrimp, and venison. This city located on the southwest coast of Norway is straight out of storybook. At the center of its allure is the old wharf town of Bryggen, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where winding cobblestone alleys transport you back through 400 years of Hanseatic domination. Indeed, the Middle Ages lurk around every bend of this wonderfully preserved Norwegian treasure, and yet it’s also alive with a youthful exuberance evident in eclectic coffee houses, sensational art galleries and a burgeoning local music scene.
The stop on day four at Alesund, Norway will whisk passengers to Neverland with its art nouveau architectural touches and its distinctive fairy-tale-like character. On the cruise to Alesund, the scenic Geirangerfjord, one of Norway’s best-known attractions is just a stone’s throw from this quaint little town. Ages of glacial erosion have given way to sculpted, towering mountainsides upon which flow numerous, dramatic waterfalls. There is no shortage of nature to stand in awe of at this favourite Norwegian attraction. Visitors must dive the famous Path of Trolls, a roadway that was literally blasted out of the mountainside.
Travel back to Viking days and discover exotic marine life on this exploration of the Saga Islands. Begin on Giske, where you’ll walk in the footsteps of Viking legends then continue to the island of Godoy to visit the Atlantic Sea Park. Built directly into the rugged landscape, it features massive aquariums teeming with colorful fish and sea life.
The rugged beauty of Geiranger and Stavanger on days five and six will leave visitors breathless. The Geirangerfjord feels like the entrance to a secret world, protected by massive, snow-capped mountains on either side. Your welcoming committee is comprised of the sheer walls, snow-capped peaks, cascading waterfalls and emerald-green channels of Geirangerfjord, a UNESCO World Heritage landmark. At its head lies a charming village that plays host to outdoor enthusiasts and nature-minded tourists from all over the world. Stavangeris a mix of old and new, charming and stylish with an eclectic collection of merchant shops, cafes and historic museums and churches. The Stavanger Cathedral is Norway’s oldest cathedral, having been built between 1100 and 1125. An easy day hike on Pulpit Rock, the cliff rising over 1,800 feet above the sea, offers gorgeous views of the Lysefjord and the surrounding lush terrain. Dining options in the area include outstanding fish and mussels, with French American, Japanese, and Indian influences found throughout the city.
Be warned that guests who come back from this cruise remain in a forever-land headspace for some time.
