Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel, is inviting travellers to elevate their 2026 European adventure with its expanded Cruisetour Collection, offering multi-day immersive land experiences now available in 11 iconic embarkation cities, including a brand-new program in Helsinki, Finland. Whether guests seek a seamless start to their cruise or a deeper cultural connection, NCL delivers the perfect blend of effortless escapes and exceptional value – now enhanced by the launch of its Black Friday Starts Now Sale featuring up to 50% off all cruises*, up to $1,000 Air Credit Per Stateroom*, and the return of the popular Free at Sea™ Package**.
In 2026, nine NCL ships, including Prima-Class favourite Norwegian Viva, will sail more than 70 unique itineraries across 130 ports throughout Europe. Guests can choose from popular seven-day open-jaw journeys ideal for pairing with land tours or extended 10 to 14-day itineraries designed for those who want to explore the continent in greater depth. To complement these cruises, NCL’s curated two- or three-night pre-cruise land programs are available in top embarkation cities including Athens, Barcelona, Copenhagen, Helsinki, Istanbul, Lisbon, London, Paris, Reykjavik, Rome and Venice – offering guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in local culture before setting sail.
Building on NCL’s legacy of freedom and flexibility, the Company is bringing back one of its most popular promotions – Free at SeaTM. The package, now available on all sailings – including 2026 voyages to Europe, offers guest-favourite amenities valued at over AUD/NZD$3,250 in savings, including the most valuable beverage package at sea, specialty dining experiences, Wi-Fi and shore excursion credits. Free at Sea™ is the most convenient way to sail and now, the package has been simplified to provide a more effortless and consistent offer to more guests.
For a standard seven-night sailing, the enhanced Free at Sea™ package includes: unlimited premium beverages, 20% off all bottles of champagne or wine, 150 minutes of high-speed internet, three multi-course specialty dining meals for the first and second guest on the reservation and a $50 credit off each shore excursion for the first guest on the reservation.
Guests also enjoy late stays and overnights in port^, plus world-class dining, incredible entertainment, and premium relaxation onboard including NCL’s award-winning spa.
“Cruising is one of the most enriching ways to explore Europe – and with Norwegian Cruise Line, guests can do so effortlessly, enjoying the freedom to choose from a wide range of ships, itineraries, and departure ports across the Greek Isles, Mediterranean, and Northern Europe,” said Ben Angell, Vice President and Managing Director, NCL APAC. “Our curated land tours extend the experience beyond the ship, offering deeper immersion into each destination. Whether you’re seeking flexibility, variety, or a chance to reconnect with loved ones, NCL makes it easy to escape the everyday and enjoy exceptional value. With up to 50% off all cruises and our refreshed Free at Sea™ package, there’s never been a better time to plan your 2026 European adventure.”
NCL’s Cruisetours offer guests the same convenience as the company’s immersive cruise itineraries, including transfers, hotels and tours exploring their chosen city. Europe Cruisetours feature trending cities for 2026 including:
Helsinki, Finland
The Timeless Finland program includes three nights’ accommodation and multiple guided tours around some of the region’s most distinctive attractions including the city’s combination of classic and contemporary architecture; the serene wilderness of Nuuskio National Park, home to Nordic pines, sparkling lakes and ancient rock formations; strolling the cobbled streets of storybook Porvoo; or unwinding in a traditional Finnish sauna by the sea. Explore Helsinki before this nine-day Baltic: Germany, Sweden & Poland sailing on Norwegian Sun featuring nine ports including Tallinn, Estonia; Stockholm, Sweden; Riga, Latvia; Klaipeda, Lithuania; Gdynia, Poland and Berlin and Hamburg in Germany before finishing in Copenhagen, Denmark with departures between June and October 2026.
Venice, Italy
Marvel in the magnificent architecture and canals of Venice with a four-day, three-night Venice Cruisetour program prior to a marvellous Mediterranean escape. Venture into Venice’s intricate hidden passageways and see icons including St Mark’s Square, the Rialto Bridge, Santa Maria Gloriosa Dei Frari church, the Campo San Polo and more, all with an expert guide. Discover Venice’s delights on a 13-day Venice Cruisetour on Norwegian Viva with departures between May and October 2026. Following an immersive Venetian stay, this itinerary includes iconic ports in countries including Croatia, Montenegro, Greece and Turkey.
Istanbul, Türkiye
Embark on a three-day, two-night Best of Istanbul tour and explore one of Europe’s most cosmopolitan cities and the only one in the world that spans two continents. Highlights include Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque, the Grand Bazaar, a private Bosphorus River cruise, and the iconic Hagia Sophia. Pair with the nine-day Greek Isles: Santorini, Athens & Mykonos voyage on Norwegian Viva visiting 10 ports including Kusadasi, Turkey; Santorini, Mykonos, Athens and Olympia in Greece; Valetta, Malta and Catania and Salerno, Italy before finishing in Rome. Departures available between May and September 2026.
Athens, Greece
Step into history with the three-day, two-night Explore Athens tour – the perfect precursor for a sailing around the idyllic Aegean. Tour highlights include the Parthenon, the Acropolis and the ancient Olympic stadium. Combining insightful land touring with cruising through the glorious Greek Isles, Slovenia, Croatia, Montenegro and more, the nine-day Athens Cruisetour on Norwegian Pearl offers a choice of departures between May and October 2026 and includes eight ports including Santorini, Olympia (Katakolon) and Corfu in Greece; Kotor, Montenegro; Split, Croatia; Koper, Slovenia and Venice (Ravenna), Italy.
Copenhagen, Denmark
Discover the charm of Denmark’s capital on the four-day, three-night Classic & Modern Copenhagen tour. One of Europe’s buzziest capitals, charming Copenhagen combines royal history with contemporary culture, a cool culinary scene and magnificent modern architecture. Highlights include Copenhagen City Hall, The Little Mermaid statue, the retro Tivoli Gardens, the Gefion Fountain and local breweries. With departure dates between June and September 2026, the nine-day Baltic: Germany, Norway & Sweden sailing on Norwegian Sun encompasses Northern European gems including Latvia, Poland, Estonia and Lithuania.
Lisbon, Portugal
Over four immersive days and three nights, NCL’s A Glimpse of Lisbon Cruisetour takes travellers inside the Portuguese capital to reveal fascinating sights including the Belém Quarter, the Jerónimos Monastery and the authentic alleyways of the old Alfama district. Plus, guests receive a convenient 72-hour hop-on, hop-off boat and bus tour ticket to explore Lisbon’s sights, sounds and smells at leisure. Guests on the 10-day Lisbon Cruisetour aboard Norwegian Dawn also visit Portimão, Portugal as well as five Spanish cities including Ibiza and Palma di Mallorca with departures available between June and September 2026.
Reykjavik, Iceland
Over four days, the Explore Reykjavik Cruisetour includes unforgettable experiences such as a super truck tour to Deildartunguhver Hot Spring, Hraunfossar waterfall and Langjökull Glacier, breathtaking eruptions at the Geysir Geothermal area, an insight into local life during a farm lunch in Efstidalur, and a dip at the stunning Sky Lagoon. The 10-day Northern Europe: Iceland, Scotland & Norway voyage on Norwegian Star is the ideal cruise to follow the Reykjavik tour, visiting two additional Icelandic icons and two picturesque Scottish cities en route to London (Southampton) with departures in May and July 2026.
To view the Cruisetours available as part of NCL’s European voyage collection across 2026 and into 2027
Now is the perfect time to curate the perfect European holiday escape by taking advantage of NCL’s new “Black Friday Starts Now” sale which includes up to 50% Off All Cruises, up to $1000 Airfare Credit per stateroom*, and the return of the guest-favourite Free at Sea™ package which includes over $3,250 in value**.
