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Spirit of Discovery

16 Night Norway and the Northern Lights on SAGA Spirit of Discovery

February 24, 2025

Spirit of Discovery February 24, 2025

The Spirit of Discovery February 24, 2025 cruise departs from Portsmouth,uk. On this Norway and the Northern Lights sailing, the Spirit of Discovery will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Monday, Feb 24th and returns on Wednesday, Mar 12th, 2025.

Cruise Length
16
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Portsmouth
uk
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
7
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Spirit of Discovery · February 24, 2025

The Spirit of Discovery sails on February 24, 2025 for a Norway and the Northern Lights. The ship will depart the port of Portsmouth,uk at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Portsmouth,uk on Mar 12th at 7:30 AM. During the 17-day journey, the Spirit of Discovery will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 7 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

Norway and the Northern Lights

  • FEB24
    Portsmouth,uk
    Portsmouth,uk
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • FEB25
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • FEB26
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • FEB27
    Alesund, Norway
    Alesund, Norway
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • FEB28
    Trondheim, Norway
    Trondheim, Norway
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAR01
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR02
    Tromso, Norway
    Tromso, Norway
    A: 4:00 PM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAR03
    Tromso, Norway
    Tromso, Norway
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAR04
    Honningsvag, Norway
    Honningsvag, Norway
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAR05
    Alta
    Alta
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAR06
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR07
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR08
    Bergen, Norway
    Bergen, Norway
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAR09
    Flam
    Flam
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAR10
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR11
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR12
    Portsmouth,uk
    Portsmouth,uk
    A: 7:30 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

February 24, 2025 · Norway and the Northern Lights

Portsmouth,uk
Day 1•Monday, Feb 24

Portsmouth,uk

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:00 PM

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 2•Tuesday, Feb 25

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 11:00 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 3•Wednesday, Feb 26

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 11:00 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Alesund, Norway
Day 4•Thursday, Feb 27

Alesund, Norway

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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.

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Trondheim, Norway
Day 5•Friday, Feb 28

Trondheim, Norway

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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.

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At Sea
Day 6•Saturday, Mar 1

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 11:00 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Tromso, Norway
Day 7•Sunday, Mar 2

Tromso, Norway

Arrival: 4:00 PM•Departure: 4:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Tromso, Norway
Day 8•Monday, Mar 3

Tromso, Norway

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 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.

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Honningsvag, Norway
Day 9•Tuesday, Mar 4

Honningsvag, Norway

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Honningsvag, Norway, has docking at Honningsvag Port. Travelers explore North Cape’s Arctic cliffs, the northernmost point of Europe. Excursions visit Sami villages. Local markets sell reindeer jerky. The peak season, June to August, brings midnight sun. Photography captures Arctic vistas and fjords. Dining onboard includes cod, a Norwegian staple. Souvenirs, like Sami crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arctic culture. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cold climate. Binoculars enhance wildlife spotting. Honningsvag’s polar beauty offers a unique Norwegian stop, immersing travelers in its Arctic grandeur.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Alta
Day 10•Wednesday, Mar 5

Alta

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 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 titanium-clad structure from 2013 with light installations. Travelers visit the Alta Museum for 7000-year-old petroglyphs and rock art trails. Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel offers ice bar tours. Excursions to Sami reindeer herding camps, 30 minutes out, include lavvu stays. Peak season December to March for aurora; buses 50 NOK. Dining features king crab at fjord cafes. Souvenirs include silver spoons.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 11•Thursday, Mar 6

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 11:00 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 12•Friday, Mar 7

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 11:00 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Bergen, Norway
Day 13•Saturday, Mar 8

Bergen, Norway

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Bergen, Norway, offers docking at Bergen Port. Travelers explore Bryggen Wharf and Mount Fløyen. Excursions visit Hardangerfjord. Local markets sell fiskesuppe. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Hanseatic 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. Bergen’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Norwegian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic fjords, making Bergen an engaging destination for exploring Norway’s west coast.

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Flam
Day 14•Sunday, Mar 9

Flam

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Flaam, Norway, offers docking at Flåm Port. Travelers ride the scenic Flåm Railway, winding through steep valleys. Excursions explore Aurlandsfjord’s dramatic cliffs via kayak. Local markets sell brown cheese. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather. Photography captures waterfalls and fjord vistas. Dining onboard includes smoked salmon, a Norwegian staple. Souvenirs, like Viking trinkets, are available in ship shops. Briefings highlight fjord ecology. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the cool, rainy climate. Binoculars enhance wildlife spotting. Flåm’s breathtaking fjord scenery and iconic railway provide a quintessential Norwegian stop, offering travelers an immersive experience of Norway’s natural beauty and cultural heritage.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 15•Monday, Mar 10

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 16•Tuesday, Mar 11

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Portsmouth,uk
Day 17•Wednesday, Mar 12

Portsmouth,uk

Arrival: 7:30 AM•Departure: —

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Spirit of Discovery - February 24, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Portsmouth,uk

⛅

February

Typical Weather

60°F

Average High

20°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.09in

Daily average

2.4 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on 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
88 / 100
safer than 88% of all cruises
88
8
/ 10
Portsmouth,uk
Portsmouth
Portsmouth is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's important to stay vigilant in crowded areas to prevent petty crime.
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.
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
Honningsvag, Norway
Honningsvag
Honningsvåg is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, excellent tourist infrastructure, and a welcoming community for travelers.
9
/ 10
Alta
Alta
Alta offers a safe travel experience with a low crime rate and a welcoming community, ensuring peace of mind for visitors year-round.
9
/ 10
Bergen, Norway
Bergen
Bergen is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should stay vigilant for occasional pickpocketing in tourist areas.
9
/ 10
Flam
Flam
Flam offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, featuring a low crime rate and strong tourist infrastructure for confident exploration.

Cruise Ship

Spirit of Discovery

⚓ Tonnage

55,900

vs avg 55,900

🛠️ Year Built

2,019

vs avg 2,020

📏 Length (ft)

—

vs avg —

👥 Passenger Count

1,000

vs avg 1,000

The Spirit of Discovery has a construction date of 2019 and a total size of 55,900 gross tons. The ship measures — feet in length. Spirit of Discovery is included in SAGA’s Mainstream class. At full capacity, the Spirit of Discovery holds 1,000 passengers. That includes 1,000 cruise vacationers and — staff members. The Spirit of Discovery total number of staterooms is 0.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Spirit of Discovery sailing on February 24, 2025?

This is a 16-night cruise itinerary departing from Portsmouth,uk.

What ports does the Spirit of Discovery visit on the February 24, 2025 cruise?

This route includes portsmouthuk, alesund-norway, trondheim-norway, tromso-norway, honningsvag-norway, alta, bergen-norway, flam.

How many sea days are included on this Spirit of Discovery February 24, 2025 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 7 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Spirit of Discovery sailing on February 24, 2025?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Spirit of Discovery itinerary?

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Last Updated: Apr 1, 2026