Spirit of Discovery itinerary map for May 16, 2026
Spirit of Discovery

14 Night Scandinavian Cities and Islands on SAGA Spirit of Discovery

May 16, 2026

Spirit of Discovery May 16, 2026

The Spirit of Discovery May 16, 2026 cruise departs from Dover (london), England. On this Scandinavian Cities and Islands sailing, the Spirit of Discovery will visit a total of 9 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Saturday, May 16th and returns on Saturday, May 30th, 2026.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Dover
England
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
4
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Spirit of Discovery · May 16, 2026

The Spirit of Discovery sails on May 16, 2026 for a Scandinavian Cities and Islands. The ship will depart the port of Dover (london), England at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Dover (london), England on May 30th at 7:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the Spirit of Discovery will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

Scandinavian Cities and Islands

  • MAY16
    Dover (london), England
    Dover (london), England
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY17
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY18
    Goteborg (gothenburg), Sweden
    Goteborg (gothenburg), Sweden
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY19
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY20
    Visby, Sweden
    Visby, Sweden
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY21
    Stockholm, Sweden
    Stockholm, Sweden
    A: 11:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY22
    Stockholm, Sweden
    Stockholm, Sweden
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 12:01 PM
  • MAY23
    Helsinki, Finland
    Helsinki, Finland
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY24
    Tallinn, Estonia
    Tallinn, Estonia
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY25
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY26
    Ystad, Sweden
    Ystad, Sweden
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY27
    Copenhagen, Denmark
    Copenhagen, Denmark
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY28
    Skagen, Denmark
    Skagen, Denmark
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAY29
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY30
    Dover (london), England
    Dover (london), England
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

May 16, 2026 · Scandinavian Cities and Islands

Dover (london), England
Day 1•Saturday, May 16

Dover (london), England

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

Dover (London), England, has docking at Dover Port. Travelers marvel at the iconic White Cliffs from the harbor. Excursions explore Canterbury Cathedral’s Gothic splendor. Local markets sell Kentish ales. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures chalk cliffs. Dining onboard includes fish and chips. Souvenirs, like Dover postcards, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover medieval history. Light layers suit coastal weather. Dover’s historic port offers a gateway to England’s heritage.

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At Sea
Day 2•Sunday, May 17

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Goteborg (gothenburg), Sweden
Day 3•Monday, May 18

Goteborg (gothenburg), Sweden

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

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.

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At Sea
Day 4•Tuesday, May 19

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Visby, Sweden
Day 5•Wednesday, May 20

Visby, Sweden

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Visby, Sweden, offers docking at Visby Port. Travelers explore medieval walls and St. Mary’s Cathedral. Excursions visit Gotland Museum. Local markets sell saffranspannkaka. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cobblestone streets and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes gravlax, a Swedish favorite. Souvenirs, like Viking crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hanseatic history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Visby’s medieval charm offers a vibrant Swedish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO walls and scenic harbors, making Visby an engaging destination for exploring Sweden’s Gotland Island.

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Stockholm, Sweden
Day 6•Thursday, May 21

Stockholm, Sweden

Arrival: 11:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Stockholm, Sweden, offers docking at Stockholm Port. Travelers explore Gamla Stan and Vasa Museum. Excursions visit Drottningholm Palace. Local markets sell gravlax. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval streets and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes meatballs, a Swedish favorite. Souvenirs, like Dala horse crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Viking history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Stockholm’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Swedish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic archipelagos, making Stockholm an engaging destination for exploration.

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Stockholm, Sweden
Day 7•Friday, May 22

Stockholm, Sweden

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 12:01 PM

Stockholm, Sweden, offers docking at Stockholm Port. Travelers explore Gamla Stan and Vasa Museum. Excursions visit Drottningholm Palace. Local markets sell gravlax. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval streets and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes meatballs, a Swedish favorite. Souvenirs, like Dala horse crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Viking history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Stockholm’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Swedish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic archipelagos, making Stockholm an engaging destination for exploration.

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Helsinki, Finland
Day 8•Saturday, May 23

Helsinki, Finland

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Helsinki, Finland, offers docking at Helsinki Port. Travelers explore Suomenlinna Fortress and Helsinki Cathedral. Excursions visit Porvoo’s old town. Local markets sell lohikeitto. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures maritime forts and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes karjalanpiirakka, a Finnish favorite. Souvenirs, like reindeer crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kalevala history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Helsinki’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Finnish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic harbors, making Helsinki an engaging destination for exploring Finland’s capital.

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Tallinn, Estonia
Day 9•Sunday, May 24

Tallinn, Estonia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Tallinn, Estonia, offers docking at Tallinn Port. Travelers explore Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and Old Town walls. Excursions visit Kadriorg Palace. Local markets sell kama porridge. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures medieval streets and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes mulgipuder, an Estonian favorite. Souvenirs, like amber crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hanseatic history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance cobblestone walks. Tallinn’s historic charm offers a vibrant Estonian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic harbors, making Tallinn an engaging destination for exploration.

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At Sea
Day 10•Monday, May 25

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Ystad, Sweden
Day 11•Tuesday, May 26

Ystad, Sweden

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Ystad, Sweden, offers docking at Ystad Port. Travelers explore Ales Stenar and St. Mary’s Church. Excursions visit Malmö’s Turning Torso. Local markets sell spettekaka. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures stone circles and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes gravlax, a Swedish favorite. Souvenirs, like Viking crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Scania history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Ystad’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Swedish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient monuments and scenic coasts, making Ystad an engaging destination for exploring Sweden’s southern coast.

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Copenhagen, Denmark
Day 12•Wednesday, May 27

Copenhagen, Denmark

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Skagen, Denmark
Day 13•Thursday, May 28

Skagen, Denmark

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Skagen, Denmark, offers docking at Skagen Port. Travelers explore Grenen’s sandspit and Skagen Museum’s art. Excursions visit Råbjerg Mile’s dunes. Local markets sell fiskefrikadeller. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures converging seas and North Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes smørrebrød, a Danish favorite. Souvenirs, like amber crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Danish history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance beach walks. Skagen’s artistic charm offers a vibrant Danish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and cultural heritage, making Skagen an engaging destination for exploring Denmark’s northern tip.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 14•Friday, May 29

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Dover (london), England
Day 15•Saturday, May 30

Dover (london), England

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Dover (London), England, has docking at Dover Port. Travelers marvel at the iconic White Cliffs from the harbor. Excursions explore Canterbury Cathedral’s Gothic splendor. Local markets sell Kentish ales. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures chalk cliffs. Dining onboard includes fish and chips. Souvenirs, like Dover postcards, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover medieval history. Light layers suit coastal weather. Dover’s historic port offers a gateway to England’s heritage.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Spirit of Discovery - May 16, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Dover (london), England

⛅

May

Typical Weather

70°F

Average High

42°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

2.0 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
86 / 100
safer than 86% of all cruises
86
8
/ 10
Dover (london), England
Dover
Dover is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, but travelers should stay vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.
8
/ 10
Goteborg (gothenburg), Sweden
Goteborg
Gothenburg is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should stay vigilant against petty crime in busy tourist areas.
9
/ 10
Visby, Sweden
Visby
Visby offers a safe environment with a low crime rate, allowing cruise travelers to explore its historic streets and coastal views confidently.
9
/ 10
Stockholm, Sweden
Stockholm
Stockholm offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas.
10
/ 10
Helsinki, Finland
Helsinki
Helsinki is one of the safest cities globally, with low crime rates and minimal risk of pickpocketing in crowded areas.
8
/ 10
Tallinn, Estonia
Tallinn
Tallinn is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain cautious of pickpockets in crowded areas and stay aware at night.
9
/ 10
Ystad, Sweden
Ystad
Ystad, Sweden, offers a safe environment for cruise travelers with a low crime rate, allowing for confident exploration of its attractions.
9
/ 10
Copenhagen, Denmark
Copenhagen
Copenhagen is a safe city for travelers, but they should stay vigilant against bicycle theft and pickpocketing in crowded areas.
9
/ 10
Skagen, Denmark
Skagen
Skagen offers a safe environment for travelers with low crime rates, allowing visitors to explore its beaches, art, and culture confidently.

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 May 16, 2026?

This is a 14-night cruise itinerary departing from Dover (london), England.

What ports does the Spirit of Discovery visit on the May 16, 2026 cruise?

This route includes dover-london-england, goteborg-gothenburg-sweden, visby-sweden, stockholm-sweden, helsinki-finland, tallinn-estonia, ystad-sweden, copenhagen-denmark, skagen-denmark.

How many sea days are included on this Spirit of Discovery May 16, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 4 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Spirit of Discovery sailing on May 16, 2026?

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?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

Last Updated: Apr 1, 2026