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Isles of the North | Shetland, Faroe and Iceland
June 11 - 19, 2025

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Cruise the storied Northern seas to discover exceptional scenery, islands steeped in Viking lore and remote shores boasting impressive histories and unrivaled natural treasures. Explore islands brimming with fascinating geology and history and gaze in awe at thundering waterfalls and wind-blown hills. On the Shetland Islands, visit the remarkable archaeological site of Jarlshof, an extraordinary settlement embracing more than 5,000 years of human history.


In Iceland, traverse fascinating, sometimes otherworldly landscapes: the edge of a river-fed waterfall; a dramatic lava field filled with pillars, towers and caves; and a high-temperature thermal field dotted with fumaroles and mudpots. Along the way, our experts share their knowledge and perspectives on the histories of these remarkable lands. Travel in luxurious comfort aboard the World Navigator. Extend this fantastic journey with the Denmark and Norway Pre-Tour Extension Option and/or the Reykjavík Post-Tour Extension Option.

Day 1 - Depart U.S.Seine Map
Day 2 - Bergen, Norway | Embark World Navigator
Day 3 - Lerwick, Shetland Islands | Jarlshof

Day 4 - Tórshavn, Faroe Islands | Saksun | Vestmanna
Day 5 - Cruising | Seyðisfjörður, Iceland

Day 6 - Seyðisfjörður | Cruising
Day 7 - Akureyri | Goðafoss | Dimmuborgir | Námaskarð
Day 8 - Cruising | Reykjavík
Day 9 - Reykjavík | Disembark | Depart to home city

Base Price: $7,690, per person, based on double occupancy (Air additional)

    • Single supplement fee of 160% cabin cost for categories 6, 7 & 8, other cabin categories are 200% cabin cost
    • Airfare additional

Discounts available:

    • Save $500 per person with Early Booking Savings, through Sept. 18, 2024
    • Save an additional $500 person with Full Payment Discount*, through Sept. 18, 2024
      • *Must pay in full at the time of booking to receive discount

Inclusions:

    • 7 nights aboard the deluxe World Navigator.
    • 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners, Welcome and Farewell Dinners; complimentary nonpremium liquor, house wine, beer and nonalcoholic beverages and minibar service throughout the cruise.
    • See brochure for full details.

  • Tar Heel Travel is a member exclusive perk.
  • There must be one Carolina Alumni member in a room.  Membership is open to anyone.  Learn more.
  • By reserving on this tour, you agree to the terms and conditions specific to this tour which are set by the tour operator. This information can be found in the tour brochure.
  • The Carolina Alumni Travel Office and tour operator reserve the right to to decline or accept a reservation should a person's health, mental condition, physical infirmity or attitude jeopardize the operation of the tour or the rights, welfare, or enjoyment of other participants.  Refunds will be made in accordance with the cancellation policy listed in the tour brochure.
  • Please contact us if you have questions about this trip or group travel. We're happy to help in any way we can.
  • Phone: (877) 962-3980 (If we are unable to answer your call, please leave a detailed message with your name, phone number and email.)
  • Email: travel@unc.edu
  • All inquiries and room requests are answered in the order in which they are received. 
  • If you are ready to request a reservation, please submit your reservation request form.
  • If you wish us to hold a room for 2 business days, please send us the passenger's names, address, phone number and email.  This information must be provided in order to hold a room.