12 Night Cruise sailing from Southampton roundtrip aboard Oriana.

Head north with Oriana for this 12-night cruise and get ready to visit Ireland, Iceland and the Faroe Islands.

First stop is Dublin to try a little of the legendary Irish 'craic' or perhaps a spot of shopping in Grafton Street where you'll find Bewley's historic coffee house. Then it's off to discover the Icelandic delights of Reykjavik, Isafjordur and Akureyri for an insight into the country's unique way of life, surrounded by age-old glaciers, beautiful lakes, bubbling geothermal spas and natural lava sculptures.

Take a deep breath and savour all that fresh sea air as you reach the untamed natural beauty of the Faroes. This spectacular group of islands offers steep mountains, idyllic villages and a unique light. Explore Torshavn, meaning 'Thor's Harbour', one of the smallest capital cities in the world. Its enchanting, centuries-old harbourside village is largely preserved intact where you can enjoy the colourful individualism of its houses, with their mix of painted and grass roofs.

About Dublin
The Irish capital Dublin has undergone an incredible transformation in the last decade with many modern buildings springing up to add to its historical and cultural appeal.
Dublin's pubs and bars are world-renowned from the city's oldest, The Brazen Head, to the newest wine bar. A visit to the Guinness Storehouse and Brewery provides an insight into the history of Ireland's favourite tipple.
Grafton Street is a shopper's paradise with a stop at Bewley's historic coffee house a must for people-watching.
The library at Trinity College is home to the eighth-century Book of Kells, with the National Museum housing exhibits dating back from the Irish Bronze and Iron ages. The city's literary heritage is celebrated at the adjoining National Library with works of famous Irish writers such as Beckett, Joyce, Swift and Yeats collected together.

About Reykjavik
The name means 'Smoky (or Steamy) Bay' but these days the Icelandic capital Reykjavik is even hotter than that. Its reputation now as a truly cultural, cosmopolitan city, with great restaurants and lively nightlife, has made it a hugely popular destination.
Another big attraction is the opportunity to swim in open-air pools heated by the very geothermal springs that inspired Reykjavik's name.
Not that Reykjavik - or most of Iceland for that matter - is actually icy at all. It may be the most northerly capital in the world and in the 'Land of Fire and Ice', but if you want ice, you have to travel away from the capital on one of the exciting glacier safari tours. But the most popular destination remains the nearby Blue Lagoon geothermal spa, where minerals bubble up from 5,000ft below the earth's surface.

About Isafjordur
The Icelandic fishing port of Isafjordur is the perfect starting point for those who want to experience the magnificent natural beauty of the West Fjords, and its two valleys of Tungudalur and Engidalur lend themselves well to outdoor pursuits. Surrounded by steep sloping mountains you can indulge in a spot of skiing, golfing, or hiking - just some of the activities on offer.
The town is also rich in art, culture and historical significance. Main points of interest include the Slunkariki Art Gallery and the West Fjords Folk Museum which houses a remarkable collection of traditional tools and relics. Nearby Neostikaupstaour consists of the oldest buildings in Iceland, including four from the 18th century, which belonged to Danish merchants.
The town centre is interesting to walk around as it has a selection of old streets, small shops and a unique array of houses. Known for its quirky peculiarities don't be surprised to see the barber playing his accordion, the baker training for the marathon or see the goldsmith paddling around in his kayak!

About Akureyri
A genuine 'Midnight Sun' destination, Akureyi cruise port is a charming Icelandic town with a stunning location on the countrys longest fjord - Eyjafjordur. There are several interesting museums and churches but the most amazing feature of Akureyi is its botanical garden - not surprisingly, the most northerly in the world. That this glorious display of flowers and plants thrives is a tribute to the local microclimate which is remarkably mild for somewhere so close to the Arctic Circle.
Less surprising is the range of tours to appeal to nature-lovers from whale watching (18 species from minkes to killers have been spotted) to the spectacular 'Waterfall of the Gods' at Godafoss.
Along the way, you will also see age-old glaciers, beautiful lakes, bubbling sulphur mud-pits, hidden caves and coves, dormant volcanoes and lava which has turned into bizarre-shaped sculptures.