14 Night Search For The Northern Lights (Southampton Roundtrip)
Majestic Princess
Majestic Princess
October 11, 2026
14 Night Search For The Northern Lights

Majestic Princess - 10/11/2026

The October 11, 2026 cruise on the Majestic Princess departs from Southampton (London), England. On this 14 Night Search For The Northern Lights (Southampton Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Majestic Princess sets sail on Sunday, Oct 11th and returns on Sunday, Oct 25th.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Southampton
England
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
7

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Majestic Princess - October 11, 2026 - 14 Nights

DayDatePort
1Oct 11thSouthampton (London), England
2Oct 12thAt Sea
3Oct 13thAt Sea
4Oct 14thTrondheim, Norway
5Oct 15thAt Sea
6Oct 16thTromso, Norway
7Oct 17thAlta, Norway
8Oct 11thAlta, Norway
9Oct 19thAt Sea
10Oct 20thAt Sea
11Oct 21stMolde, Norway
12Oct 22ndAlesund, Norway
13Oct 23rdAt Sea
14Oct 24thAt Sea
15Oct 25thSouthampton (London), England
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The Majestic Princess sails on October 11, 2026 for a 14 Night Search For The Northern Lights (Southampton Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Southampton (London), England at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Southampton (London), England on Oct 25th at 7:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the Majestic Princess will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 7 days at sea.

Itinerary Safety Score

Based on my comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

Itinerary Safety Rank
89 / 100
safer than 89% of all cruises
89
8
/ 10
Southampton (London), England
Southampton
Southampton is a safe port city for cruise travelers, but vigilance against pickpocketing is advised in busier areas.
9
/ 10
Trondheim, Norway
Trondheim
Trondheim is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should stay vigilant in crowded areas for pickpocketing.
9
/ 10
Tromso, Norway
Tromso
Tromsø offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, with low crime rates and reliable infrastructure for independent exploration.
9
/ 10
Alta, Norway
Alta
Alta, Norway, offers low crime rates and reliable infrastructure, providing a safe environment for cruise travelers to explore.
9
/ 10
Molde, Norway
Molde
Molde, Norway, offers a safe environment for cruise travelers with a low crime rate and well-organized tourist facilities.
9
/ 10
Alesund, Norway
Alesund
Alesund, Norway, offers a safe environment for travelers with low crime rates and excellent infrastructure for a worry-free experience.

Cruise Ship

Majestic Princess Size Infographic

Majestic Princess

144 k
tonnage
1,082 ft
length
2017
year built
1,780
cabins
2,560
passengers
1,346
crew

MAJESTIC PRINCESS SIZE

The Majestic Princess has a construction date of 2017 and a total size of 143,700 gross tons. The ship measures 1,082 feet (330 meters) in length. Majestic Princess is included in Princess’s Royal Class. At full capacity, the Majestic Princess holds 3,906 passengers. That includes 2,560 cruise vacationers and 1,346 staff members. The Majestic Princess total number of staterooms is 1,780.

Majestic Princess Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:143,700 GT
  • Length:1,082 ft (330 m)
  • Beam:126 ft (38 m)
  • Draft:28 ft (9 m)
  • Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
  • Year Built:2017
  • Years Served:2017 - Present
  • Capacity:2,560
  • Crew Members:1,346
  • Total on Board:3,906
  • Total Staterooms:1,780
  • Flagged Country:United Kingdom
  • Ship Cost:760 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see Majestic Princess age and stats vs all Princess ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Majestic Princess Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
OCT 112026
England, United Kingdom
D:4:00 PM

Southampton (London), England, offers docking at Southampton Port with excursions to London. Travelers explore Tower of London and Buckingham Palace. Excursions visit Stonehenge. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures historic landmarks and Solent vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, an English favorite. Souvenirs, like tea crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Anglo-Saxon history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Southampton’s urban gateway offers a vibrant English stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and historic sites, making Southampton an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day2
OCT 122026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day3
OCT 132026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day4
OCT 142026
A:12:00 PMD:8:00 PM

Trondheim, Norway, offers docking at Trondheim Port. Travelers explore Nidaros Cathedral and Old Town Bridge. Excursions visit Røros’ mining town. Local markets sell brunost. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures Gothic spires and Nidelva River vistas. Dining onboard includes fårikål, a Norwegian favorite. Souvenirs, like Viking crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norse history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Trondheim’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Norwegian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of medieval landmarks and scenic rivers, making Trondheim an engaging destination for exploring Norway’s central coast.

Day5
OCT 152026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day6
OCT 162026
A:9:00 AMD:11:59 PM

Tromsø, Norway, offers docking at Tromsø Port. Travelers explore Arctic Cathedral and Polar Museum. Excursions include Northern Lights viewing. Local markets sell cloudberries. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for Arctic tours. Photography captures fjord landscapes and Arctic vistas. Dining onboard includes reindeer stew, a Norwegian favorite. Souvenirs, like Sami crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Sámi history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the polar climate, while sturdy shoes enhance city walks. Tromsø’s Arctic charm offers a vibrant Norwegian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and natural phenomena, making Tromsø an engaging destination for exploring Norway’s northern coast.

Day7
OCT 172026
A:11:00 AM

Alta, Norway, docks at Alta Hurtigruten Terminal on Altafjord, 4 kilometers from town, with shuttles or buses for 10-minute transfers. The city, population 20,000, features the Northern Lights Cathedral, a 2013 titanium-clad structure with light installations. Travelers visit Alta Museum for 7,000-year-old petroglyphs and rock art trails. Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel, 20 minutes away, offers ice bar tours and snowmobile trips. Excursions to Sami reindeer herding camps, 30 minutes out, include lavvu tent visits and lassoing demos. The Tirpitz Museum, 15 minutes west, details WWII coastal defenses. Local markets sell cloudberries. Peak season December to March for aurora viewing; buses cost 50 NOK. Dining includes king crab at fjord cafes. Souvenirs feature Sami silver spoons. Taxis average 100-150 NOK short trips. Snowshoe rentals available for winter fjord trails.

Day8
OCT 182026
D:7:00 PM

Alta, Norway, docks at Alta Hurtigruten Terminal on Altafjord, 4 kilometers from town, with shuttles or buses for 10-minute transfers. The city, population 20,000, features the Northern Lights Cathedral, a 2013 titanium-clad structure with light installations. Travelers visit Alta Museum for 7,000-year-old petroglyphs and rock art trails. Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel, 20 minutes away, offers ice bar tours and snowmobile trips. Excursions to Sami reindeer herding camps, 30 minutes out, include lavvu tent visits and lassoing demos. The Tirpitz Museum, 15 minutes west, details WWII coastal defenses. Local markets sell cloudberries. Peak season December to March for aurora viewing; buses cost 50 NOK. Dining includes king crab at fjord cafes. Souvenirs feature Sami silver spoons. Taxis average 100-150 NOK short trips. Snowshoe rentals available for winter fjord trails.

Day9
OCT 192026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day10
OCT 202026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day11
OCT 212026
A:8:00 AMD:7:00 PM

Molde, Norway, provides docking at Molde Port. Travelers explore the Romsdal Museum’s open-air folk exhibits and Molde Cathedral. Excursions visit the Atlantic Ocean Road’s stunning bridges. Local markets sell svele pancakes. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for fjord tours. Photography captures dramatic fjords and rose gardens. Dining onboard includes klippfisk, a Norwegian cod dish. Souvenirs, like wool sweaters, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover fjord history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while comfortable shoes enhance scenic drives. Molde’s fjord-side beauty offers a vibrant Norwegian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural heritage, breathtaking coastal roads, and natural splendor, making Molde an ideal destination for exploring Norway’s stunning landscapes and maritime traditions in a picturesque setting.

Day12
OCT 222026
A:8:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Ålesund, Norway, offers docking at Ålesund Port. Travelers explore Jugendstil architecture and Aksla Viewpoint. Excursions visit Geirangerfjord. Local markets sell svele. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Art Nouveau buildings and fjord vistas. Dining onboard includes fårikål, a Norwegian favorite. Souvenirs, like troll crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Viking history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance fjord hikes. Ålesund’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Norwegian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of architectural beauty and scenic fjords, making Ålesund an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day13
OCT 232026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day14
OCT 242026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day15
OCT 252026
England, United Kingdom
A:7:00 AM

Southampton (London), England, offers docking at Southampton Port with excursions to London. Travelers explore Tower of London and Buckingham Palace. Excursions visit Stonehenge. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures historic landmarks and Solent vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, an English favorite. Souvenirs, like tea crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Anglo-Saxon history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Southampton’s urban gateway offers a vibrant English stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and historic sites, making Southampton an engaging destination. (126 words)