Itinerary

CRUISING ITINERARY

DAY 1

DEPARTS 4:30 PM

Welcome: Southampton, England 

Welcome aboard Independence of the Seas

Southampton's history precedes it. The area has been linked to kings, novelists and even pilgrims. Visit the Southampton Maritime Museum, the City Art Gallery or the magnificent Windsor Castle on your unforgettable journey.

The original port of the Titanic, learn about its significant role as a port for ocean liners.

DAY 2

ARRIVES 8:00 AM DEPARTS 8:00 PM (DOCKED)

Port of Call: Brussels (Zeebrugge), Belgium 

Crisscrossed with canals and home to stunning medieval architecture, Bruges is a delightful town worthy of a fairytale. The atmospheric historic center feels a world apart from the modern port of Zeebrugge just 10 miles away.

Situated in Brugge, the Market is lined with 17th-century gabled houses.

Take a quick tour of the medieval city of Gent and explore the Museum of Fine Arts.

DAY 3

(CRUISING)

Cruising: Cruising 

Whether you seek an adrenaline rush or total tranquility, our ships have it all. Try rock climbing, ice skating and surfing 200 feet above the waves. Melt away land-based stress with a spa massage, build a scrapbook of memories or simply relax poolside.

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DAY 4

ARRIVES 7:00 AM DEPARTS 10:00 PM (DOCKED)

Port of Call: Oslo, Norway 

At the head of a 60-mile-long fjord, Oslo is one of Europe's greenest cities, framed by forests, woods, moors and lakes. The Norwegian capital also has an eclectic mix of 19th - 20th-century and ultra-modern architecture.

Visit this fortress built in 1300 for a spectacular view of the city and the fjord.

Travel the scenic countryside to Hadeland to discover this beautiful art form.

DAY 5

(CRUISING)

Cruising: Cruising 

Onboard, dining is about more than just food. Think ambience, variety and the flexibility to decide when and what you savor.

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DAY 6

ARRIVES 7:00 AM DEPARTS 10:00 PM (DOCKED)

Port of Call: Hamburg, Germany 

When most people think of cities, they picture bustling streets, vibrant markets and endless entertainment. And as Germany's second-largest city, Hamburg features all these urban essentials. But with some 1,400 parks and gardens and over 2,300 bridges (more than Amsterdam and Venice combined) Hamburg mixes rural rejuvenation with metropolitan flair.

Take an exciting barge tour for a closer look at the world-renowned Hamburg Harbor, the second-largest port in Europe and the ninth-largest on the planet.

Get a bird's-eye view of thhis magnificent city from the lofty spire of St. Michaelis breathtaking cathedral.

DAY 7

(CRUISING)

Cruising: Cruising 

When our ships hit the high seas, the excitement of Casino Royale® kicks off. Try your hand at our card tables, spin to win at roulette, and hit it big time with the pull of a slot machine.

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DAY 8

ARRIVES 7:00 AM DEPARTS 9:00 PM (DOCKED)

Port of Call: Paris/Normandy (Le Havre), France 

Le Havre has been the key port in northern France for centuries. From here travel inland along the Seine to enchanting Paris or explore the sights of Normandy, from medieval villages to the beaches where Allied troops landed in 1944.

Paris and Eiffel Tower are synonymous. You'll catch glimpses of it from almost everywhere.

Home to one of the greatest art collections, including the Mona Lisa.

DAY 9

ARRIVES 5:30 AM

Port of Arrival: Southampton, England 

Southampton's history precedes it. The area has been linked to kings, novelists and even pilgrims. Visit the Southampton Maritime Museum, the City Art Gallery or the magnificent Windsor Castle on your unforgettable journey.

The original port of the Titanic, learn about its significant role as a port for ocean liners.

Relax in the park's 300 acres of open space.