Spirit of Discovery itinerary map for July 27, 2027
Spirit of Discovery

19 Night Greenland and Iceland Adventure on SAGA Spirit of Discovery

July 27, 2027

Spirit of Discovery July 27, 2027

The Spirit of Discovery July 27, 2027 cruise departs from Dover (london), England. On this Greenland and Iceland Adventure sailing, the Spirit of Discovery will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Tuesday, Jul 27th and returns on Sunday, Aug 15th, 2027.

Cruise Length
19
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Dover
England
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
11
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Spirit of Discovery · July 27, 2027

The Spirit of Discovery sails on July 27, 2027 for a Greenland and Iceland Adventure. 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 15th at 7:00 AM. During the 20-day journey, the Spirit of Discovery will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 11 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

Greenland and Iceland Adventure

  • JUL27
    Dover (london), England
    Dover (london), England
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • JUL28
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JUL29
    Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, Scotland
    Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, Scotland
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JUL30
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JUL31
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG01
    Reykjavik, Iceland
    Reykjavik, Iceland
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • AUG02
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG03
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG04
    Qaqortoq, Greenland
    Qaqortoq, Greenland
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • AUG05
    Narsarsuaq, Greenland
    Narsarsuaq, Greenland
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • AUG06
    Nanortalik
    Nanortalik
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • AUG07
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG08
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG09
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG10
    Akureyri, Iceland
    Akureyri, Iceland
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • AUG11
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG12
    Runavik, Faroe Islands
    Runavik, Faroe Islands
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG13
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG14
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG15
    Dover (london), England
    Dover (london), England
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

July 27, 2027 · Greenland and Iceland Adventure

Dover (london), England
Day 1•Tuesday, Jul 27

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•Wednesday, Jul 28

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, Scotland
Day 3•Thursday, Jul 29

Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, Scotland

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, Scotland, has docking at Kirkwall Port. Travelers explore Skara Brae’s Neolithic ruins and St. Magnus Cathedral. Excursions visit Ring of Brodgar’s stone circle. Local markets sell Orkney cheese. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures ancient sites and rugged coasts. Dining onboard includes bannocks, an Orkney staple. Souvenirs, like wool crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Neolithic history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the cool climate. Comfortable shoes enhance ruin tours. Kirkwall’s ancient heritage offers a vibrant Scottish stop, blending history with coastal charm.

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At Sea
Day 4•Friday, Jul 30

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 5•Saturday, Jul 31

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Reykjavik, Iceland
Day 6•Sunday, Aug 1

Reykjavik, Iceland

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Reykjavik, Iceland, offers docking at Reykjavik Port. Travelers explore Hallgrimskirkja and Blue Lagoon. Excursions visit Thingvellir National Park. Local markets sell skyr. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures geothermal pools and North Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb soup, an Icelandic favorite. Souvenirs, like lava crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Viking history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance park hikes. Reykjavik’s natural charm offers a vibrant Icelandic stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of geothermal wonders and scenic landscapes, making Reykjavik an engaging destination for exploration.

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At Sea
Day 7•Monday, Aug 2

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 8•Tuesday, Aug 3

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Qaqortoq, Greenland
Day 9•Wednesday, Aug 4

Qaqortoq, Greenland

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Qena, Egypt, offers docking at a Nile River port. Travelers explore Dendera Temple’s Hathor complex and Abydos’ ancient ruins. Excursions visit Luxor’s Karnak Temple. Local markets sell koshari. The peak season, October to April, brings mild weather for Nile tours. Photography captures ancient hieroglyphs and river vistas. Dining onboard includes ta’ameya, an Egyptian favorite. Souvenirs, like papyrus art, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Pharaonic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while comfortable shoes enhance temple walks. Qena’s ancient allure offers a vibrant Egyptian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological wonders and Nile scenery, making Qena an engaging destination for exploring Egypt’s Upper Nile heritage.

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Narsarsuaq, Greenland
Day 10•Thursday, Aug 5

Narsarsuaq, Greenland

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Narsarsuaq, Greenland, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with tenders to glacial shores. Travelers explore Erik the Red’s Norse ruins and Bluie West One museum. Excursions hike Tunulliarfik Fjord’s trails. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, July to August, brings milder weather for exploration. Photography captures glaciers and Viking relics. Dining onboard includes hearty stews. Souvenirs, like soapstone crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Greenland’s Norse history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the Arctic climate, while sturdy shoes enhance hikes. Narsarsuaq’s historic and glacial beauty offers a unique Greenland stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of Viking heritage and Arctic landscapes, making Narsarsuaq an engaging destination for exploring Greenland’s ancient history and natural splendor in a remote Arctic setting.

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Nanortalik
Day 11•Friday, Aug 6

Nanortalik

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Nanortalik, Greenland, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with tenders to coastal villages. Travelers explore Inuit cultural exhibits and hot springs. Excursions visit Qaqortoq’s rock carvings. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, July to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures icebergs and colorful houses. Dining onboard includes hearty stews. Souvenirs, like tupilak carvings, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Greenlandic Inuit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the Arctic climate, while binoculars enhance iceberg views. Nanortalik’s rugged beauty offers a serene Greenland stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural heritage, geothermal sites, and Arctic landscapes, making Nanortalik an engaging destination for exploring Greenland’s southern wilderness and Inuit traditions in a remote setting.

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At Sea
Day 12•Saturday, Aug 7

At Sea

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 13•Sunday, Aug 8

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 14•Monday, Aug 9

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Akureyri, Iceland
Day 15•Tuesday, Aug 10

Akureyri, Iceland

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Akureyri, Iceland, docks at Oddeyrarbryggja Quay, steps from the town center on Eyjafjörður Fjord. The city, population 19,000, features Akureyrarkirkja Church, a 1940 landmark with a 3200-pipe organ and free carillon concerts. Travelers stroll the Laxárdalur Botanical Garden, the world's northernmost, with 7,000 plant species including arctic poppies. Guided tours to Goðafoss Waterfall, 45 minutes east, cover the 12-meter drop where chieftain Þorgeir tossed pagan idols in 1000 AD. Lake Mývatn, 1 hour away, offers pseudocraters and geothermal areas. The Akureyri Art Museum displays contemporary Nordic works. Dining includes hangikjöt (smoked lamb) at harborside spots. Souvenirs feature lava jewelry. Peak season June to August; buses 1-2 EUR. Taxis 10-15 EUR short trips.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 16•Wednesday, Aug 11

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Runavik, Faroe Islands
Day 17•Thursday, Aug 12

Runavik, Faroe Islands

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Runavik, Faroe Islands, offers docking at Runavik Port. Travelers explore Klaksvik’s cathedral and Kallur Lighthouse. Excursions include puffin-watching boat tours. Local markets sell Faroese lamb. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for island tours. Photography captures dramatic cliffs and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes skerpikjøt, a Faroese favorite. Souvenirs, like wool crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Viking history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance coastal hikes. Runavik’s rugged charm offers a vibrant Faroese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic landscapes, maritime heritage, and Nordic culture, making Runavik an engaging destination for exploring the Faroe Islands.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
At Sea
Day 18•Friday, Aug 13

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 19•Saturday, Aug 14

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 12:00 AM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Dover (london), England
Day 20•Sunday, Aug 15

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 - July 27, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Dover (london), England

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July

Typical Weather

82°F

Average High

54°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.07in

Daily average

2.3 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
87 / 100
safer than 87% of all cruises
87
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
Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, Scotland
Kirkwall
Kirkwall offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, featuring low crime rates and a welcoming community for exploration.
9
/ 10
Reykjavik, Iceland
Reykjavik
Reykjavik is one of the safest cities globally, with low crime rates and a welcoming atmosphere for confident exploration.
8
/ 10
Qaqortoq, Greenland
Qaqortoq
Qaqortoq is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should remain cautious of natural hazards in the area.
9
/ 10
Narsarsuaq, Greenland
Narsarsuaq
Narsarsuaq is a safe cruise destination with a low crime rate, but travelers should stay alert to environmental risks in remote areas.
8
/ 10
Nanortalik
Nanortalik
Travelers to this remote Greenlandic settlement should prepare for environmental risks and limited services in emergencies despite low crime rates.
9
/ 10
Akureyri, Iceland
Akureyri
Akureyri is one of Iceland's safest towns, offering travelers a secure environment with a low crime rate and friendly locals.
9
/ 10
Runavik, Faroe Islands
Runavik
Runavik offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, with low crime rates and a welcoming community for a worry-free experience.

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 July 27, 2027?

This is a 19-night cruise itinerary departing from Dover (london), England.

What ports does the Spirit of Discovery visit on the July 27, 2027 cruise?

This route includes dover-london-england, kirkwall-orkney-islands-scotland, reykjavik-iceland, qaqortoq-greenland, narsarsuaq-greenland, nanortalik, akureyri-iceland, runavik-faroe-islands.

How many sea days are included on this Spirit of Discovery July 27, 2027 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 11 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Spirit of Discovery sailing on July 27, 2027?

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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