Spirit of Discovery - 5/16/2026
The May 16, 2026 cruise on the Spirit of Discovery departs from Dover (london), England. On this A Scandinavian Christmas sailing, the ship will visit a total of 9 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Spirit of Discovery sets sail on Saturday, May 16th and returns on Saturday, May 30th.
Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Spirit of Discovery - May 16, 2026 - 14 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | May 16th | Dover (london), England |
| 2 | May 17th | At Sea |
| 3 | May 18th | Goteborg (gothenburg), Sweden |
| 4 | May 19th | At Sea |
| 5 | May 20th | Visby, Sweden |
| 6 | May 21st | Stockholm, Sweden |
| 7 | May 22nd | Stockholm, Sweden |
| 8 | May 23rd | Helsinki, Finland |
| 9 | May 24th | Tallinn, Estonia |
| 10 | May 25th | At Sea |
| 11 | May 26th | Ystad, Sweden |
| 12 | May 27th | Copenhagen, Denmark |
| 13 | May 28th | Skagen, Denmark |
| 14 | May 29th | At Sea |
| 15 | May 30th | Dover (london), England |
The Spirit of Discovery sails on May 16, 2026 for a A Scandinavian Christmas. 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.
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 Discovery
SAGA Cruise Line
The Spirit of Discovery was built in 2019 and is among SAGA's 2 ships in its fleet. The Spirit of Discovery is included in the cruise line's Mainstream class. In the cruise ship stats below, you'll find the Spirit of Discovery vs all other SAGA ships.
Cruise Ports
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.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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.
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. (126 words)
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. (126 words)
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. (126 words)
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. (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!
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.
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)
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.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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.