From soaring, deep-cut fjords and dramatic peaks to historic Scandinavian cities and atmospheric fishing villages rich in tradition, immerse yourself in the remarkable maritime history and colorful cultures that have shaped some of the most scenic shores in the world. Rich in celebrated capitals such as Helsinki and Oslo, and in delightful surprises, like medieval Gdańsk, Poland, and Tallinn, Estonia, Scandinavia and Northern Europe are steeped in cherished traditions, and cloaked in a breathtaking coastal beauty found nowhere else. Here are some sample highlights you will enjoy in a Viking itinerary sailing to Scandinavia and Northern Europe:

• Norway’s magnificent fjords
• St. Petersburg’s glittering palaces
• The dazzling display of the northern lights
• Germany’s bucolic Kiel Canal
• Scotland’s remote Orkney and Shetland Islands
• The history and sophistication of Edinburgh
• Iceland’s breathtaking natural landscapes
• The Hanseatic past of Bergen
• Stockholm’s atmospheric Gamla Stan, or Old Town
• Copenhagen’s brightly colored houses in Nyhavn