Northern Europe is composed of several countries, and it’s where Vikings called home — until they left and conquered other lands. Denmark, Norway, Finland, Sweden, the Netherlands, Estonia, Belgium, and Russia are the usual countries you’ll travel to on a Northern Europe cruise.

Global cities you may encounter on a Northern Europe getaway may include: Stockholm; Tallinn; Copenhagen; Brussels; Bruges; Helsinki; and Oslo. If you travel as far as St. Petersburg, Russia, you’ll be able to see the incredible Hermitage Museum and the Winter Palace, among other treasures.

Exciting natural wonders you may see in Northern Europe include Norwegian Fjords, waterfalls, islands, cliffs, and rivers. Most major cruise lines sail this region, including Princess, Holland America, Celebrity, and Royal Caribbean.