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Sit back and relax as your coach takes you on a scenic drive through Copenhagen and Christianshavn towards the island of Amager. On arrival in Amager, you’ll drive along the Oeresound and the beach park ‘Amager Strand’ where you can catch a glimpse of the impressive 11 mile long ‘Oeresoundbridge’ that links Denmark to Sweden.

Stretch your legs in the idyllic village of Dragor as you walk through the traditional Danish cobblestoned streets. Along the way your guide will reveal how the first settlers were actually Dutch farmers invited by King Christian II to supply vegetables for the Royal Court. After your walking tour, enjoy some free time in the attractive marina.

Rejoin your coach and visit the modern and newly built city area of Copenhagen, Oerestaden. You’ll pass outstanding structures such as the Hotel Bella Sky with its two 230 foot high towers that lean 15 degrees in each direction. This amongst other innovative constructions was designed by the award winning architect Bjarke Ingels.

‘Ismageriet’ is a 1950’s style ice cream parlour with more than 25 flavours of homemade ice creams to choose from. Skip the queues to choose your cup or cone first and enjoy the sights of City Hall Square and Rosenborg Castle on your way back to the pier.


This excursion will operate by coach and on foot. There is approximately 30 minutes of walking on this excursion over cobbled ground.

Port Sunlight is arguably the finest surviving example of early urban planning in the UK. The late 19th century village was built by philanthropist William Hesketh Lever (later Viscount Leverhulme) to house his soap factory workers at Lever Brothers, now trading as the global giant Unilever. Lever’s passion for art and architecture is evident throughout the village, which is now a conservation area.

Enjoy a leisurely drive around this unique village which is set in 130 acres of beautifully maintained parkland. Approximately 900 houses have been built along with some larger ‘principal’ buildings and nearly every building is Grade II listed. Lever employed over 30 different architects in the building of the village and the result is an intoxicating mix of architectural styles enhanced by the parkland setting giving tranquil scenes of great beauty.

After your orientation of the village, you’ll visit the Port Sunlight Museum, where you can discover the fascinating history of the village through exhibits and period displays. The Museum also houses a scale model of Port Sunlight.

From the Museum, you’ll visit the dramatic building of the Lady Lever Art Gallery. The Gallery is filled with treasures from Lever’s remarkable collection of paintings and decorative arts, which have since gained international renown. As well as a stunning collection of paintings, there are also Chinese collections, tapestries, sculpture, furniture, Wedgwood and classical antiquities.


This excursion will operate by coach and on foot. Your journey to Port Sunlight crosses the Mersey River by tunnel.

Leaving the pier, you’ll take a short leisurely stroll past the marina to the magnificent Castle Cornet. Castle Cornet is Guernsey's ancient harbour fortress, which was isolated upon a rocky islet, until the construction of a breakwater and bridge in the 19th century. The Castle stands proudly overlooking the sea with views out to Herm.

Your knowledgeable guide will take you on a guided tour around the medieval parts of the castle and gardens, describing the Castle’s fascinating history, whilst you admire the lovely surroundings. A climb to the top of the Castle affords fantastic views over the harbour, lighthouse and town. At noon you will be able to view the firing of the noon day gun. The gun has been fired daily since the early 19th century to recall soldiers of the garrison to their barracks. After viewing this historical event, you will be taken to one of the rooms within the Castle for a private reception of sparkling wine and canapés.

At the end of the tour, you can choose to return to the pier, discover the pretty streets and shops of St Peter Port or remain in the Castle to explore further and maybe visit its three historic museums.


This excursion will operate by coach and on foot. The tour of the Castle takes approximately one hour. There are approximately 30 steps to access the exhibitions and 60 steps to reach the top of the Castle, however the latter climb is optional. The walk to the Castle takes approximately 20 minutes over flat ground.

Windsor Castle, the largest and oldest inhabited castle in the world, is one of the official residences of Her Majesty The Queen. The Castle's dramatic site encapsulates 900 years of British history and dates back to the time of William the Conqueror.

Enjoy an audio tour around the opulent rooms of the Castle including the splendid State Apartments and grand St Georges Hall where the Queen entertains visiting heads of states. The rooms are furnished with some of the finest works of art from the Royal Collection, including paintings by Rembrandt, Reubens and Gainsborough. You will be able to admire the world famous Queen Mary's Dolls' House, which took three years to complete and involved 1,500 craftsmen, artists and authors. The house has electric lighting, hot and cold running water and even flushing lavatories.

One of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in England can be found in St George's Chapel. The chapel contains the tombs of ten sovereigns, including Charles I, Henry VIII and his third wife Jane Seymour. After visiting the Castle, there will be around one hour of free time to explore the town of Windsor with its Georgian shops, houses and inns.


Guests who are embarking or disembarking the ship in Southampton should not book a shore excursion for this port.  Southampton excursions are available for guests visiting Southampton as a port call.

This excursion will operate by coach and on foot. The transfer time to Windsor is 1½ hours. There is a ½ mile walk from the car park to the Castle entrance and two hours walking within the Castle. If the Royal Family is in residence some of the state rooms will be unavailable. St George’s Chapel is closed on Sundays. Queues may be experienced due to the strict security procedures. Luncheon is not included to allow maximum flexibility. Please remember to carry local currency.

Sit back and relax on a scenic drive through Copenhagen, en route, enjoy a brief photo stop at Copenhagen’s most famous resident, the Little Mermaid. During your panoramic drive you’ll pass by the Church of our Saviour, with its spectacular winding staircase on the spire, the lively waterfront of Nyhavn, the Old Stock Exchange and Christiansborg Castle, where Danish Parliament sits. Enjoy a brief photo stop at Amalienborg Palace, the Royal residence.

Upon arrival at the Carlsberg Brewery, discover the history of Carlsberg, its brewing techniques and sample some of “probably the best lager in the world”. During your visit indulge in a traditional Danish lunch plate.

Then it’s time to head out of town, across the bridge to the island of Amager. At the very end of the island is the picturesque village of Dragør. With your guide, stroll along the charming harbour front and through the narrow streets to admire the traditional yellow painted houses with red roofs.

Returning to the hustle and bustle of city life, you’ll change your mode of transport and hop aboard a canal boat for a leisurely cruise along Christianshavn, before returning to your ship.


This excursion will operate by coach, canal boat and on foot. The order of highlights may vary. There is approximately two hours of walking included throughout the day, over flat terrain.

A short drive will bring you to the delightful Little Chapel. This Chapel is truly a work of art and was built as a labour of love by two brothers in 1914. The idea was to create a miniature version of the grotto at Lourdes in France and this was successfully completed but the real magic of the Chapel is that it is beautifully decorated with seashells, pebbles and pieces of china.

From the Chapel, you’ll travel to the picturesque grounds of the Gold and Silversmiths for a visit of their small workshop, where you can watch traditional silver, gold and platinum jewellery being made. During the last century this jewellers has been commissioned to design and craft spectacular jewellery for Royalty and Heads of State. There will be time at the end of your visit to browse the showroom and take advantage of the tax free prices.

Admire the beautiful and spectacular west coast scenery during your journey to the Diamond Museum. A visit to this small room will present a fascinating insight into the sparkling world of diamonds from their origin to the final pieces. In the showroom you can browse the stunning jewellery on display whilst enjoying a glass of champagne.


This excursion will operate by coach. There are a few steps into the Chapel. The coach driver will also be your guide on this tour.

Your voyage of discovery begins with a transfer to the River Liffey upon which Dublin is built. Board the ‘Spirit of Docklands’ for a gentle and relaxing cruise (45 minutes) and hear the story of Dublin, from the first arrival of the Vikings 1,000 years ago to the rapid development of the city. Listen to the story behind the iconic Ha’penny Bridge and hear about Gandon’s masterpiece, the majestic Custom House. Follow the story of Dublin’s Royal and Grand Canals and see where Oliver Cromwell landed in 1649. Learn how much of present day Dublin now sits on reclaimed land, including Trinity College and the spire in O’Connell Street.

Rejoining your coach, you’ll then take a panoramic drive through the city. See the Georgian Squares of Merrion and Fitzwilliam and stop to photograph the renowned Dublin doorways and St Patrick’s Cathedral, founded in 1190, the Cathedral is best known for its association with Jonathan Swift, who was Dean here from 1713 to 1745. Next, drive past the Guinness Brewery, home of the famous ‘black stuff’ for which Dublin is famous. Continuing to Phoenix Park, Europe’s largest enclosed public park, you’ll see the homes of Ireland’s President and American Ambassador. On the north side of Dublin’s River Liffey, you’ll pass the Four Courts, Ireland’s courts of justice.


This excursion will operate by coach and river cruiser. There are a few steps to embark/disembark the cruiser.

Your drive will take you into the heart of bustling Dublin, where you’ll pass the main sights including the splendid Georgian Squares, the Edwardian Government Buildings and the renowned St Stephen’s Green.

Continuing on your journey, you’ll pass the 18th century Dublin Castle, City Hall and ornate Christchurch Cathedral before stopping to visit the impressive 12th century St Patrick’s Cathedral.

Arriving back in the centre of Dublin, you’ll stop at the famous Trinity College, Ireland’s oldest college, founded in 1592 by Queen Elizabeth 1. Step back in time as you walk through the courtyard past the historic and decorative buildings to the Old Library where the world famous Book of Kells is located.

On entering the building you’ll be taken through an interesting ‘Turning Darkness into Light’ exhibition, which places the Book of Kells in its historical perspective and shows how the Book was illustrated. The exhibition ends in the Treasury where you’ll be able to see the fascinating Book of Kells, a hand illuminated 9th century manuscript of the four Gospels written in Latin on vellum (prepared calfskin). It is a masterwork of Western calligraphy and is lavishly decorated with figures of humans, animals and mythical beasts, together with Celtic knots and interlacing patterns in vibrant colours. The Book of Kells is considered to be one of the greatest artistic treasures in the world.


This excursion will operate by coach and on foot. There is approximately one hour spent at Trinity College. There are some cobble stones in Trinity’s courtyard. Photography is strictly forbidden in the Old Library. There may be queues to view the Book of Kells.

With more than 60 miles of waterways, Amsterdam has more canals and bridges than Venice, and this is one of the best ways to become acquainted with the waterside scenery. From your glass-topped motor-launch, experience a canal cruise consisting of a myriad of sights and sounds: the fine old houses of the city's rich Dutch traders; picturesque house boats; Anne Frank's house and many other attractions.

Enjoy a panoramic drive passing the inner city's central landmark, Dam Square, and the classical-style Royal Palace, before continuing to Nieuwe Kerk, an imposing late-Gothic church dating from around 1500, where royal inaugurations are held. Of particular interest is the lovely, 16th century Weeper’s Tower, one of the most famous of the city's collection of stunning towers and steeples. You will have an opportunity to photograph a perfect symbol of Holland's past, a windmill - many have long since been replaced by modern technology.

During the tour, you will have 1 hour of free time to explore the streets, stalls and shops in the city.

This excursion will operate by coach, canal boat and on foot. The order of highlights may be reversed. Limited toilet facilities are available on the canal cruise. There are approximately ten steps to the landing platform and a further three steep steps into the boat.

Take advantage of your free time in Rouen to shop for regional specialities, such as the famous Rouen ceramics. Alternatively you may like to visit the city’s well known attractions or explore the ancient streets and interesting architecture at your own pace, before relaxing in a typical French pavement café.

The time is yours to do as you please. Your escort will advise you of the meeting point and time for the return journey to Le Havre.


This excursion operates by coach and on foot. The walking portion of this tour is at guests’s discretion and is over cobblestoned streets. Flat, comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Euros and major debit or credit cards are accepted for purchases. This excursion is non-guided and exclusive of lunch and entrance fees. Transfer time to Rouen is approximately 1½ hours.