Norwegian Fjords Cruise with custom 3 Night London Pre-Cruise Package

Included Features

• Free parking with roundtrip transfers to and from a local international airport.
• Roundtrip transfers – airport/hotel/pier/airport
• 3 night stay in London, England prior to cruise
• Group Welcome Dinner 
• Morning London Highlights Motorcoach Tour
• Full day Stonehenge and Windsor Castle Tour
• Seven nights aboard the SKY PRINCESS®
• Princess Plus Amenity Package* onboard
• All onboard meals and entertainment (specialty restaurants may have nominal fees)
• AAA Onboard Cocktail Reception
• $50.00 onboard credit per stateroom
• Baggage Handling
• Services of a Discoveries Journey Manager

*Princess Plus Amenity Package Includes

• Plus Beverage Package (drinks up to $12 each)
• Wi-Fi (1 device per guest)
• Crew appreciation gratuities

Highlights

Haugesund, Norway

Located in the southwest of Norway where the fjords flow out into the North Sea, Haugesund is surrounded by the blue ice Folgefonna glacier in the north and the impressive mountain formation of Preikestolen in the south. Learn why this charming town is known as the Homeland of the Viking Kings at Avaldsnes’ Viking settlement, where you can see a reconstructed Viking farm and learn how the Vikings lived. Discover majestic fjords, cascading waterfalls, stunning glaciers, imposing mountains, and idyllic islands and lighthouses. The best way to get an insider’s look at Haugesund is to follow the locals and go for an invigorating hike at Preikestolen, also known as the Pulpit Rock or Preacher’s Rock, one of the most popular hiking trips in the region.

• Points of Interest
  Avaldsnes
  St. Olav's Church
  Røvær Island
  Ryvarden Lighthouse
  Pulpit Rock
  Karmøy Island
  Skudeneshavn
  Haugesund Town Hal

Skjolden/Sognefjord, Norway

Situated in the heart of the Norwegian fjords, the port of Skjolden-Sognefjord is your gateway to a world of wonder: this land abounds with national treasures, thundering waterfalls, two UNESCO sites, ice-blue fjords hemmed in by sky-reaching mountains and scenery so unbelievably spectacular you just may lose your breath. From the ruggedly handsome mountains in Jotunheimen National Park to the humble stave churches that dot the landscape, this captivating area is yours to discover.

• Points of Interest
  Jotunheimen National Park
  Lom Stave Church
  Urnes Stave Church
  Åsafossen Waterfall
  Munthe House

Olden, Norway

By the mid-19th century, European travelers were cruising the waters of the Nordfjord and visiting the village of Olden. The Romantic Movement inspired this new taste for dramatic landscape - and Norway had plenty of dramatic landscape. Then as now, travelers were impressed, moved, and not frequently overwhelmed by the stark contrast between peaceful rural farmsteads and a towering wilderness of mountain peaks and glaciers.For many years Olden was home to American landscape artist William H. Singer (1868-1943). Scion of a Pittsburgh steel family, Singer provided Olden with a road and a regional hospital.

• Points of Interest
  Jostedalsbreen National Park
  Nordfjord
  Briksdal Glacier
  Loen
  Kjenndalen Glacier
  Lake Lovatn
  Olden Lake

Stavanger, Norway

Norway's fourth largest city, Stavanger lies at the mouth of the Gandsfjord. The old port, attests to the sea's enduring role in Norwegian history. Here, Vikings once sailed on voyages of conquest and exploration. In later centuries, the port served as a major hub for Norway's mercantile and fishing fleets. By the mid-20th century, however, Stavanger had fallen on hard times as the fishing grounds dwindled. In 1969, the discovery of North Sea oil opened a new chapter in Stavanger's history.

At the "Sword in the Rock" Monument, three giant crossed Viking swords commemorate King Harald Fair Hair's unification of Norway in 872 following his victory at the Battle of Hafrsfjord.

• Points of Interest
  Lysefjord Cruise
  Old Stavanger
  Jernaldegarden (Iron Age Farm)
  Utstein Kloster
  Petroleum Museum
  Stavanger Cathedral
  Ullandhaug Viewpoint
  Flor og Fjære Garden

Itinerary

Tuesday, July 8: Depart for London England

Transfer by motorcoach from Central PA to a local airport for an overnight flight to London, England

Wednesday, July 9: London, England

Arrive in London and transfer from the airport to your hotel. Tonight, join the group for a welcome dinner. Hotel - Copthorne Tara Hotel, London England (Dinner)

Thursday, July 10: London, England

This morning, enjoy breakfast at your hotel before meeting your guide for a morning sightseeing tour of London. After your tour, the rest of the day is yours to explore. Hotel - Copthorne Tara Hotel, London England (Breakfast)

Friday, July 11: London, England

This morning, enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Today you will join the group for a full day guided tour to Stonehenge, Windsor Castle and Bath.  Hotel - Copthorne Tara Hotel, London England (Breakfast)

Saturday, July 12: London, England

This morning, enjoy breakfast at your hotel at your leisure. This afternoon you will be taken to the Southampton pier to board the Sky Princess®.  After boarding, the afternoon is yours to have lunch and explore the ship. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

Saturday, July 19: London (Southampton), UK

As your journey comes to an end, you will disembark the ship and transfer to the airport for your flight and transportation back to Central PA.

Itinerary is subject to change at any time without notification and/or compensation.

Activity Level - 3

This tour includes moderate physical activity. The itinerary blends some longer days with shorter days and more leisure time. Walking tours, as well as walking slightly longer distances, up stairs, or on uneven walking surfaces, should be expected.

**Please see your Travel Advisor to reserve your choice of shore excursions.**

General Information

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS

An original, signed passport valid for 6 months beyond stay, and with at least one blank vis page for visa stamp(s) is required for this trip. As of the printing of this brochure all guests are required to obtain an ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization system) travel authorization for travel to Europe’s Schengen Zone (not included in the price of the trip). Please see your Travel Advisor for additional information.

As travel policies are rapidly changing, final requirements will be communicated prior to departure. Please see your Travel Advisor for additional information.

PAYMENT

Deposit of $250 per person/$500 per cabin will confirm your reservation. Final payment is due to AAA by March 28, 2025.

CANCELLATION PENALTIES

Deposit date to day of departure $25 per person, plus…

From April 10 – April 24, 2025         $250.00 deposit, plus any additional suppliers' fees

From April 25 – May 8, 2025            50% of gross fare per person, plus any additional suppliers’ fees

From May 9 - June 7, 2025              75% of gross fare per person, plus any additional suppliers’ fees

After June 7, 2025                           NON-REFUNDABLE

FLIGHT

Air arrangements are handled by the tour operator. Seat assignments cannot be confirmed until the tour operator releases names to the airlines(s) 30 days prior to departure. Specific seat requests cannot be guaranteed. Some flights may contain code share agreements.

INSURANCE

For your protection AAA recommends travel insurance. Pre-existing medical conditions may be waived with proper coverage if travel insurance is purchased within 14 days of initial deposit only. Other conditions may apply; ask your travel agent. AAA recommends Allianz.

CLOTHING/CLIMATE

Average temperatures in London during July are in the low to mid 70s. Average temperatures in the Norwegian Fjords for July is in the 60’s. Pack for a variety of temperatures. Daytime, casual clothes and comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Evenings require casual or semiformal attire, with two formal nights.

BAGGAGE

One suitcase per person is allowed for this trip. You may also bring a small carry-on bag small enough to fit under your seat. Baggage fees are not included in the price of the trip. Baggage fees and other charges may be directly assessed by airlines or airport.

TRAVEL ASSISTANCE

For personal comfort, group participants who need assistance are required to have a traveling companion who is capable of and totally responsible for providing the needed assistance.

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