Spirit of Adventure - 12/22/2026
The December 22, 2026 cruise on the Spirit of Adventure departs from Portsmouth,uk. On this Treasures Of The Western Mediterranean sailing, the ship will visit a total of 9 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Spirit of Adventure sets sail on Tuesday, Dec 22nd and returns on Thursday, Jan 7th.
Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Spirit of Adventure - December 22, 2026 - 16 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 21st | Portsmouth,uk |
| 2 | Dec 23rd | Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium |
| 3 | Dec 23rd | At Sea |
| 4 | Dec 24th | At Sea |
| 5 | Dec 26th | Oslo, Norway |
| 6 | Dec 27th | Oslo, Norway |
| 7 | Dec 27th | At Sea |
| 8 | Dec 29th | Warnemunde (Berlin), Germany |
| 9 | Dec 30th | Kiel, Germany |
| 10 | Dec 31st | Copenhagen, Denmark |
| 11 | Jan 1st | Copenhagen, Denmark |
| 12 | Jan 2nd | Aalborg, Denmark |
| 13 | Jan 3rd | Goteborg (gothenburg), Sweden |
| 14 | Jan 4th | Kristiansund, Norway |
| 15 | Jan 4th | At Sea |
| 16 | Jan 5th | At Sea |
| 17 | Jan 7th | Portsmouth,uk |
The Spirit of Adventure sails on December 22, 2026 for a Treasures Of The Western Mediterranean. The ship will depart the port of Portsmouth,uk at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Portsmouth,uk on Jan 7th at 6:00 AM. During the 17-day journey, the Spirit of Adventure will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 5 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.
Cruise Ship
Spirit of Adventure
SAGA Cruise Line
The Spirit of Adventure was built in 2020 and is among SAGA's 2 ships in its fleet. The Spirit of Adventure is included in the cruise line's Mainstream class. In the cruise ship stats below, you'll find the Spirit of Adventure vs all other SAGA ships.
Cruise Ports
Portsmouth, England, provides docking at Portsmouth Port. Travelers explore the Historic Dockyard and HMS Victory. Excursions visit Stonehenge’s ancient stones. Local markets sell pork pies. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures naval ships and Solent vistas. Dining onboard includes fish and chips, an English favorite. Souvenirs, like nautical crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover maritime history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance dockyard walks. Portsmouth’s naval heritage offers a vibrant English stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ships, prehistoric sites, and coastal charm, making Portsmouth an engaging destination for exploring England’s maritime and ancient history.
Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium, offers docking at Zeebrugge Port with excursions to Bruges. Travelers explore Bruges’ Belfry and Markt Square. Excursions visit Ghent’s cathedral. Local markets sell waffles. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval canals and North Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes moules-frites, a Belgian favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Flemish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance cobblestone walks. Zeebrugge’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Belgian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic canals, making Zeebrugge an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Oslo, Norway, offers docking at Oslo Port. Travelers explore Vigeland Sculpture Park and Akershus Fortress. Excursions visit Holmenkollen Ski Jump. Local markets sell brunost. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for city tours. Photography captures fjord views and Oslofjord 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 city walks. Oslo’s urban charm offers a vibrant Norwegian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern sculptures and historic fortresses, making Oslo an engaging destination for exploring Norway’s capital. (126 words)
Oslo, Norway, offers docking at Oslo Port. Travelers explore Vigeland Sculpture Park and Akershus Fortress. Excursions visit Holmenkollen Ski Jump. Local markets sell brunost. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for city tours. Photography captures fjord views and Oslofjord 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 city walks. Oslo’s urban charm offers a vibrant Norwegian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern sculptures and historic fortresses, making Oslo an engaging destination for exploring Norway’s capital. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Warnemünde (Berlin), Germany, offers docking at Warnemünde Port with excursions to Berlin. Travelers explore Brandenburg Gate and Reichstag. Excursions visit Potsdam’s Sanssouci Palace. Local markets sell currywurst. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures historic landmarks and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes sauerbraten, a German favorite. Souvenirs, like amber crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Prussian history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Warnemünde’s urban gateway offers a vibrant German stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Warnemünde an engaging destination. (126 words)
Kiel, Germany, has docking at Kiel Port. Travelers explore the Naval Memorial and U-boat museum. Excursions visit Laboe’s beaches. Local markets sell smoked fish. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures Baltic shores and maritime relics. Dining onboard includes kieler sprotten, a local fish dish. Souvenirs, like model ships, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover maritime history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance museum walks. Kiel’s nautical heritage offers a vibrant German stop, blending history with coastal charm.
Copenhagen, Denmark, offers docking at Copenhagen Port. Travelers explore Nyhavn and Tivoli Gardens. Excursions visit Kronborg Castle. Local markets sell smørrebrød. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures colorful harbors and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes frikadeller, a Danish favorite. Souvenirs, like Viking crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Danish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Copenhagen’s urban charm offers a vibrant Danish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic castles and scenic canals, making Copenhagen an engaging destination for exploring Denmark’s capital. (126 words)
Copenhagen, Denmark, offers docking at Copenhagen Port. Travelers explore Nyhavn and Tivoli Gardens. Excursions visit Kronborg Castle. Local markets sell smørrebrød. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures colorful harbors and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes frikadeller, a Danish favorite. Souvenirs, like Viking crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Danish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Copenhagen’s urban charm offers a vibrant Danish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic castles and scenic canals, making Copenhagen an engaging destination for exploring Denmark’s capital. (126 words)
Aalborg, in northern Jutland, Denmark, serves as a port for cruise ships docking along the Limfjord, a narrow waterway connecting the North Sea to the Kattegat. The city, with a population of about 140,000, offers a compact downtown 15 minutes from the pier. Visitors explore the Aalborg Historical Museum, showcasing Viking artifacts from nearby Lindholm Høje, a burial site with 700 graves and stone ship outlines. The 16th-century Aalborghus Castle features restored dungeons open for tours. The waterfront promenade, lined with modern architecture like the Utzon Center, provides views of the fjord. Short bus trips reach the Viking settlement at Nørresundby, 5 kilometers away, with reconstructed longhouses. Local markets sell Danish pastries and marzipan. Dining options include smørrebrød cafes and seafood restaurants serving fresh cod and herring. Bikes are rentable for flat, scenic rides along the fjord. May to September offers mild weather for walking tours.
Goteborg, Sweden, has docking at Gothenburg Port. Travelers explore Haga’s charming cobblestone streets. Excursions visit Liseberg’s amusement park. Local markets sell cinnamon buns. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather. Photography captures canals and modern architecture. Dining onboard includes gravlax, a Swedish favorite. Souvenirs, like Dala horses, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Scandinavian history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Gothenburg’s vibrant culture and coastal charm provide a lively Swedish stop, blending urban energy with historic beauty.
Kristiansund, Norway, has docking at Kristiansund Port. Travelers explore Grip’s historic stave church. Excursions visit Atlantic Ocean Road’s scenic bridges. Local markets sell klippfisk. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather. Photography captures fjord vistas and fishing harbors. Dining onboard includes bacalao, a Norwegian cod dish. Souvenirs, like wool sweaters, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover maritime history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the cool climate. Binoculars enhance coastal views. Kristiansund’s maritime allure offers a vibrant Norwegian stop, blending history with scenic beauty.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Portsmouth, England, provides docking at Portsmouth Port. Travelers explore the Historic Dockyard and HMS Victory. Excursions visit Stonehenge’s ancient stones. Local markets sell pork pies. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures naval ships and Solent vistas. Dining onboard includes fish and chips, an English favorite. Souvenirs, like nautical crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover maritime history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance dockyard walks. Portsmouth’s naval heritage offers a vibrant English stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ships, prehistoric sites, and coastal charm, making Portsmouth an engaging destination for exploring England’s maritime and ancient history.