This is a pleasant time of year to visit some of Northern Europe’s most interesting cities. Casting off from Portsmouth, with its rich maritime history, our first destination is Zeebrugge in Belgium, a picturesque port that offers easy access to fairytale Bruges with its cobbled streets lined with medieval buildings. We sail onwards to IJmuiden for an overnight stay – perfect for exploring the Amsterdam's canals and cultural treasures. After pounding the pavements, a leisurely day at sea is sure to be welcome before another round of sightseeing in two beautiful Norwegian ports, Kristiansand and Stavanger, uncovering the country’s fascinating Viking heritage. Next, we cross to Denmark for Aarhus, a city that artfully blends the old and new, before our journey ends in Copenhagen.