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The 10 Best Scandinavian Cruises
Where to Find the Best Cruises in Scandinavia

By Terri Mapes, About.com

Which Scandinavian cruise is right for you? Here are the best, from 3 hours to 12 days long! Many of these Scandinavia cruises are available year-round, some are limited to the summer. Pick your favorite Scandinavian cruise and directly compare cruise length and prices...

1. 14 Hour Iceland South Coast Day Cruise (Viator)

A wonderful way to experience Iceland is this 14-hour day tour-and-cruise from Reykjavik. You'll be able to see the Skogarfoss waterfall, Skaftafell National Park, the desert of Skeidarasandur, and the Jokulsarlon Lagoon, along with the Oraefajokull glacier. After the visit to the lagoon, a relaxing boat cruise follows. 14 hours long, around USD $260 / GBP 180.
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2. 6 Night Northern Europe Cruise (Costa Cruises)

You want to go cruising around Scandinavia? This cruise is the perfect length for one week in Norway. Ports of call: Kiel, Germany → Geiranger, Norway → Hellesylt, Norway → Bergen, Norway. Starting around $970.
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3. 12 Night Northern Europe Cruise (Norwegian Cruise Lines)

From $75 a night! Ship: The Norwegian Jewel. This Scandinavia cruise offers a visit to several countries, not just Scandinavia. After departing from London, England, travelers visit Denmark's capital Copenhagen, as well as Estonia, Finland, Sweden, and even Russia. A wonderful inclusive 12-night cruise for Scandinavia, I think. Available from around $899 on Travelocity.com.
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4. Denmark to Sweden Cruise (Viator)

A different type of Scandinavian cruise, but no less fun. Sail from Denmark across the Oresund Strait to Malmo in Sweden. After the 8-hour cruise, you will be driven back from Sweden to Denmark across the famous Oresund Bridge. From the water you will gain a wonderful view of Kronborg Castle and the coastlines of Denmark and Sweden.
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5. 2 Day North Sea Romance Cruise (Holland America Line)

A quick but beautiful 2-day cruise from Dover, UK to Copenhagen, Denmark. Starting around $229 plus additional bonuses, found through CruiseDirect.
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6. 3 Hour Norwegian Evening Cruise on the Fjord (Viator)

Spend an evening on the Oslo fjord on this 3-hour mini cruise on a traditional wooden sailing ship. A buffet dinner on the ship is included. Around US $60 / GBP 41.
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7. 12 Day Northern Europe Cruise (Carnival Cruises)

An excellent and extensive cruise for Scandinavia travelers on a 2 week vacation. Ports of call: London, UK → Copenhagen, Denmark → Berlin, Germany → Helsinki, Finland → St Petersburg, Russia → Tallinn, Estonia → Amsterdam, Netherlands → London, UK. Starting around $1,400. Use Cruise Promo Code: BCA. Available through Carnival Cruise Lines.
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8. 7 Day Norwegian Fjords Cruise (MSC Cruise Lines)

Among others, Kayak has a 7 day cruise in Scandinavia focusing on Norwegian fjords and nature. On the Kayak Cruise comparison site, limit the cruise destination to Europe on the left side if there are too many cruises listed.
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9. Compare More Cruise Prices Here

Looking further for Scandinavian cruises and current cruise specials? Kayak, the search engine for travel prices, lets you compare cruise prices easily. Just visit Kayak Cruise Price Search to check all popular cruise websites at once!
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