MSC Cruises Norwegian fjords: 8 nights from Copenaghen with MSC Poesia
Sep 16, 2025

Karlskrona

Located on the south coast of Sweden, opposite Poland, it is made up of several small islands (Trosso, Salto, Pantarholmen). After the Danes, this region was redeemed by Sweden in 1658. King Karl XI, in 1680, decided to build a large naval base in the south of the country, on the Trossö peninsula, to protect its territories and control the Baltic Sea as much as possible, thus founding the city of Karlskrona. The naval base, still present, is no longer accessible, but you have the opportunity to see a submarine and several military ships from a certain distance. Furthermore, there is also a museum on the history of the Strumholmen where you can observe naval uniforms and impressive ship models. Over the centuries, the situation has changed becoming less important on a political level, on the contrary, in the historical and architectural fields, it has evolved very little, becoming a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1998. A good example is the central Baroque-style church (Fredrikskyrkan), dating back to 1690 and built on the highest point of the island. Not far from there is the "Admiralstorn", a large wooden tower from 1699, originally used to indicate the time to the workers of the shipyards. Finally, passing through the port, they make daily trips to Poland and Gdynia.

Warnemünde

Warnemundë, the tourist and commercial port of the German city of Rostock, overlooks the Baltic Sea and is the ideal departure port for a cruise in Northern Europe. Set sail from Warnemundë for a cruise aboard the best ships, on our site you will find all available departures sorted by departure date: choose your cruise from Warnemundë now at the best price!

Cruises from Warnemundë are ideal for starting to discover the Norwegian fjords or the Baltic capitals as almost all ships offer interesting itineraries in these areas. You can set sail for Poland, Latvia, Estonia up to Russia to visit the treasures of St. Petersburg.
We at Taoticket still recommend to those who embark from this port to take a visit to the city's lighthouse or perhaps take a dip in the beach as Warnemundë is a renowned seaside resort in Northern Europe. Also interesting is the historic center of Warnemundë, with traditional buildings, bars and a large fish market.

Cruise ships depart from Warnemundë from May to September, as in winter the climate is very cold in these areas and cruise ships move to the warmer waters of the Mediterranean.
These trips can be an opportunity to take an alternative cruise to the usual itineraries: from Warnemundë to the Mediterranean Sea by cruise, ask our specialized travel agents for the departure dates and experience a real adventure!

Haugesund

Eidfjord

Stavanger

Stavanger is a Norwegian city located in the county of Rogaland, and it is a very ancient city. It seems that the first settlements took place about 10,000 years ago. It received city status in the 12th century, and in the same period, it became a bishop's seat, acquiring great importance from a religious point of view. It lost this role following the Protestant Reformation of 1536. Stavanger experienced the economic boom in the late 1960s: this area, in fact, became an important oil extraction base in the North Sea.
From a cultural point of view, Stavanger is a very active city: it was chosen, in fact, in 2008 as European Capital of Culture. Stavanger is a popular tourist destination thanks to the breathtaking landscapes that the city itself and the surrounding areas offer.
You cannot miss the Preikestolen, a rock 604 meters high from which you can enjoy a breathtaking view and which is visited every year by an ever-increasing number of tourists.
The city is very lively and full of attractions for leisure, including restaurants, clubs, and shops. The historic center is quite small and it is worth visiting on foot to fully enjoy the positive atmosphere that you breathe. Visiting Stavanger via a cruise in Northern Europe is one of the best ways to fully enjoy the landscape and to experience direct contact with nature.

Oslo

Oslo, located in the south-eastern part of the country, is the capital and largest city of Norway. Oslo is a lively city that perfectly blends its rich history with modern urban development, making it a dynamic and attractive place to live and visit.

It was founded around 1040 by King Harald Hardrada and became the capital of the country in 1299 under King Håkon V. The city was partially destroyed by a fire in 1624 and its reconstruction began under the reign of King Christian IV. King Christian IV renamed the city Christiania. The original name, Oslo, was restored only in 1925. Oslo is known for its beautiful natural landscapes, including forests, hills and lakes. Thanks to its beautiful landscapes, it is possible to practice numerous outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing and canoeing.

These unique features make the city an ideal destination for nature lovers. The city is home to several world-renowned museums, including the Viking Ship Museum, the Munch Museum (dedicated to the works of Edvard Munch, famous for “The Scream”), and the National Gallery. Don't miss the opportunity to visit one of these museums and share your photos with your friends! Every year, Oslo hosts one of the most important cultural events, the Nobel Peace Prize, which is awarded annually in the city at the City Hall.

Copenaghen

Copenhagen, literally "port of the merchants", is the capital of Denmark and one of the country's most densely populated cities. Originally a city mainly inhabited by fishermen, it became a fundamentally important port for trade.
Copenhagen is a year-round tourist destination and in summer the flow of tourists increases considerably thanks to Northern Europe cruises.

It is very common to add a stay in the city before a cruise, to take in its distinguishing relaxing atmosphere and see what it has to offer. Among its famous attractions you cannot miss the statue of the Mermaid which is located right at the entrance to the port and the Tivoli Gardens, one of the world's largest amusement parks, opened in 1843 and loved by everyone.

Copenhagen (København in Danish and 'Copenaga' in Italian [no source]) is the capital and the most populous city of Denmark with 518,574 inhabitants in the municipality (1,167,569 in the urban area). The city stretches across the islands of Sjælland and Amager and is separated from the city of Malmö in Sweden by the strait of Øresund.