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In the Wake of the Vikings: Orkney, Shetland & the Faroe Islands

Set sail for a 16-day adventure through the wild and windswept corners of the North Atlantic — from the mystical Scottish Isles to the dramatic Faroe Islands and along the stunning coast of the Norwegian Sea. Follow the ancient paths of the Vikings, get up close to glaciers and fjords, and discover landscapes so surreal they feel otherworldly. Along the way, you’ll explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites, spot wildlife on remote shores, and uncover the deep history woven into every rugged cliff and fishing village. Starting in storied Glasgow and ending in Arctic Tromsø, this is the kind of journey that stays with you long after you’re home.

While some travelers prefer to explore a single country in depth, this expedition is for those who crave a sweeping historical narrative. It connects the dots of Viking and Neolithic history across Scotland, the Faroes, and Norway by sea. This is a journey for the history-minded explorer who wants to see how these distinct North Atlantic cultures are deeply intertwined, rather than focusing on just one destination.

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Book In the Wake of the Vikings: Orkney, Shetland & the Faroe Islands by G Adventures. From $6,261.75 USD trip code XVSTNX

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