Spirit of Discovery itinerary map for August 6, 2026
Spirit of Discovery

14 Night Scandinavian Cities and Islands on SAGA Spirit of Discovery

August 6, 2026

Spirit of Discovery August 6, 2026

The Spirit of Discovery August 6, 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 Thursday, Aug 6th and returns on Thursday, Aug 20th, 2026.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Dover
England
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
4
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Spirit of Discovery · August 6, 2026

The Spirit of Discovery sails on August 6, 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 Aug 20th 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

  • AUG06
    Dover (london), England
    Dover (london), England
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG07
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG08
    Skagen, Denmark
    Skagen, Denmark
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG09
    Fredericia, Denmark
    Fredericia, Denmark
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG10
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG11
    Riga, Latvia
    Riga, Latvia
    A: 1:00 PM - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG12
    Riga, Latvia
    Riga, Latvia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 1:00 PM
  • AUG13
    Klaipeda, Lithuania
    Klaipeda, Lithuania
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG14
    Gdansk, Poland
    Gdansk, Poland
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG15
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG16
    Copenhagen, Denmark
    Copenhagen, Denmark
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG17
    Aalborg, Denmark
    Aalborg, Denmark
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG18
    Kristiansund, Norway
    Kristiansund, Norway
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG19
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG20
    Dover (london), England
    Dover (london), England
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

August 6, 2026 · Scandinavian Cities and Islands

Dover (london), England
Day 1•Thursday, Aug 6

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•Friday, Aug 7

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Skagen, Denmark
Day 3•Saturday, Aug 8

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.

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Fredericia, Denmark
Day 4•Sunday, Aug 9

Fredericia, Denmark

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Fredericia, Denmark, offers docking at Fredericia Port. Travelers explore the historic ramparts of this 17th-century fortress town. Excursions visit Jutland’s Viking sites, like Jelling stones. Local markets sell rye bread. The peak season, May to September, brings mild coastal weather. Photography captures fortified walls and harbor views. Dining onboard includes flæskesteg, a Danish pork dish. Souvenirs, like Viking replicas, are available in ship shops. Briefings cover Denmark’s military history. Light layers and comfortable shoes suit the temperate climate. Binoculars enhance coastal views. Fredericia’s historic fortifications and Viking heritage provide a fascinating Danish stop, inviting travelers to immerse in its rich history and scenic beauty.

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At Sea
Day 5•Monday, Aug 10

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Riga, Latvia
Day 6•Tuesday, Aug 11

Riga, Latvia

Arrival: 1:00 PM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Riga, Latvia, offers docking at Riga Port. Travelers explore Old Town’s UNESCO-listed architecture and Art Nouveau district. Excursions visit Rundale Palace. Local markets sell rye bread. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures medieval spires and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes skābeņu zupa, a Latvian favorite. Souvenirs, like amber jewelry, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Baltic history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance cobblestone walks. Riga’s historic charm offers a vibrant Latvian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of medieval landmarks, artistic heritage, and Baltic culture, making Riga an engaging destination for exploring Latvia’s capital and heritage.

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Riga, Latvia
Day 7•Wednesday, Aug 12

Riga, Latvia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 1:00 PM

Riga, Latvia, offers docking at Riga Port. Travelers explore Old Town’s UNESCO-listed architecture and Art Nouveau district. Excursions visit Rundale Palace. Local markets sell rye bread. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures medieval spires and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes skābeņu zupa, a Latvian favorite. Souvenirs, like amber jewelry, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Baltic history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance cobblestone walks. Riga’s historic charm offers a vibrant Latvian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of medieval landmarks, artistic heritage, and Baltic culture, making Riga an engaging destination for exploring Latvia’s capital and heritage.

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Klaipeda, Lithuania
Day 8•Thursday, Aug 13

Klaipeda, Lithuania

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Klaipeda, Lithuania, has docking at Klaipeda Port. Travelers explore Curonian Spit’s UNESCO-listed dunes. Excursions visit the Amber Museum. Local markets sell smoked fish. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures Baltic shores and historic streets. Dining onboard includes cepelinai, a Lithuanian dumpling. Souvenirs, like amber jewelry, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Baltic history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance dune walks. Klaipeda’s coastal charm offers a serene Lithuanian stop, blending natural beauty with cultural heritage.

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Gdansk, Poland
Day 9•Friday, Aug 14

Gdansk, Poland

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Gdynia, Poland, has docking at Gdynia Port. Travelers explore the modernist waterfront and ORP Błyskawica museum ship. Excursions visit Gdansk’s historic old town. Local markets sell smoked fish. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures Baltic views and Art Deco buildings. Dining onboard includes bigos, a Polish stew. Souvenirs, like amber crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Poland’s maritime history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance waterfront strolls. Gdynia’s modern charm and proximity to Gdansk offer a dynamic Polish stop, blending coastal vibrancy with historic exploration.

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At Sea
Day 10•Saturday, Aug 15

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Copenhagen, Denmark
Day 11•Sunday, Aug 16

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.

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Aalborg, Denmark
Day 12•Monday, Aug 17

Aalborg, Denmark

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

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.

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Kristiansund, Norway
Day 13•Tuesday, Aug 18

Kristiansund, Norway

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 14•Wednesday, Aug 19

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•Thursday, Aug 20

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 - August 6, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Dover (london), England

⛅

August

Typical Weather

82°F

Average High

53°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.08in

Daily average

2.6 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
83 / 100
safer than 83% of all cruises
83
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.
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.
9
/ 10
Fredericia, Denmark
Fredericia
Fredericia offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, featuring low crime rates and strong public safety infrastructure.
7
/ 10
Riga, Latvia
Riga
Riga is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty theft, especially in crowded areas and at night.
8
/ 10
Klaipeda, Lithuania
Klaipeda
Klaipeda is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but visitors should remain vigilant against minor theft in crowded areas.
8
/ 10
Gdansk, Poland
Gdansk
Gdansk is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance is advised in less populated areas and crowded tourist spots to prevent pickpocketing.
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
Aalborg, Denmark
Aalborg
Aalborg is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and well-maintained facilities, allowing travelers to explore confidently.
9
/ 10
Kristiansund, Norway
Kristiansund
Kristiansund, Norway, offers a safe environment with low crime rates, allowing travelers to explore confidently and enjoy their visit.

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 August 6, 2026?

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

What ports does the Spirit of Discovery visit on the August 6, 2026 cruise?

This route includes dover-london-england, skagen-denmark, fredericia-denmark, riga-latvia, klaipeda-lithuania, gdansk-poland, copenhagen-denmark, aalborg-denmark, kristiansund-norway.

How many sea days are included on this Spirit of Discovery August 6, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 4 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Spirit of Discovery sailing on August 6, 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