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Day One
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This wonderful cruise begins as you journey to Liverpool, ready to embark and sail this evening.
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Days 2 - 3
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Enjoy a relaxing two days cruising in waters teeming with bird and aquatic life, and making the most of life on board Ocean Countess.
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Day Four
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Early this morning Ocean Countess docks in the world's northernmost capital, the fascinating city of Reykjavik. Step ashore to explore - perhaps taking the lift to the top of the Hallgrimskirkja Church for a panoramic view, or visiting the fascinating Arbaer Folk Museum and the Saga Museum. Witness geothermal activity at the famous Blue Lagoon Pool, and at the original Geysir - after which all others are named.
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Day Five
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This morning Ocean Countess arrives in tiny, exquisite Isafjordur, the capital of the Westfjords area. Visit the replica Viking farmstead at Eiriksstaoir, once home of Eirik the Red (who left it to settle Greenland) and birthplace of Leif the Lucky, who discovered America, and discover a treasure trove of natural wonders such as the glacier on mystical Snaefellsjokull - Iceland's newest national park.
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Day Six
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The next Icelandic port of call is Akureyri on the rugged north coast, where the summer days are longest of all. The area beyond this thriving winter resort is wondrously scenic, and today's excursion, to the Godafoss Falls and volcanic Lake Myvatn, highlights its many delights. This evening, Ocean Countess will briefly cross the Arctic Circle before turning south.
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Day Seven
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Ocean Countess' last Icelandic call is at the historic fishing port and charming seaside village, on the shores of the Eskifjord on the east coast. A fascinating Maritime Museum chronicles the region's long association with the sea, and shore excursions might include a boat tour to remote Mjoifjordur and the fascinating Icelandic Wartime Museum.
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Day Eight
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Tiny, Toytown-like Torshavn is the capital of the remote Faroe Islands. A birdwatcher's paradise, the islands are home to countless species, and its inhabitants are guardians of a deep-rooted Norse tradition.
Explore Torshavn's confusion of lanes and narrow passages, or join an excursion to other parts of the islands, perhaps to cross the famous Bridge across the Atlantic connecting the main island of Streymoy with the spectacular scenery and ancient wooden churches of smaller Eysturoy.
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Day Nine
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Our final port of call is the Shetland Islands' capital. This rugged, enchanting old town is gateway to a land of ancient legend, traditional crafts and an incredible abundance of bird-life. Spend time in the town, or join the excursion to the 3,000 year-old archaeological site at Jarlshof, with its Bronze and Iron Age remains.
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Day 10
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Enjoy a last day at sea with your fellow passengers, aboard Ocean Countess.
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Day 11
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Ocean Countess arrives in Hull, at the end of a wonderful cruise holiday.
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