Virgin Voyages Unveils Northern Europe Voyages from Amsterdam for 2028
Virgin Voyages has unveiled new Nordic and Northern Europe voyages from Amsterdam for 2028, including Scandinavia, Norwegian Fjords and Arctic Circle sailings, find out more and register your interest.
Following weeks of rumors and speculation across social media, Virgin Voyages has officially confirmed a brand new collection of Nordic and Northern Europe voyages for Summer 2028. Valiant Lady will homeport in Amsterdam for a limited season between July and September 2028, visiting Scandinavia, the Norwegian Fjords, the Arctic Circle with many being brand new destinations for the cruise line.
The announcement follows our recent analysis after Virgin Voyages appeared on the Amsterdam cruise schedule, strongly suggesting the cruise line was preparing to return to Northern Europe.
Sailors are encouraged to register their interest early using the links below. These voyages are expected to prove extremely popular, particularly those visiting unique destinations such as the Norwegian Fjords and the Arctic Circle.
The rest of Virgin Voyages’ Summer 2028 Europe sailings are already on sale, with these Amsterdam and Northern Europe voyages expected to go on sale August 13th.
Amsterdam Becomes Virgin Voyages’ New Northern Europe Homeport
Valiant Lady will operate six consecutive voyages from Amsterdam between July 19 and September 4, 2028. The deployment begins with a repositioning voyage from Barcelona before sailing a collection of round-trip Northern Europe itineraries. The season concludes with a Western Europe voyage returning to Barcelona.
The deployment also follows Valiant Lady’s recent Glow Up refurbishment, which introduced several enhancements designed to improve comfort across the ship, making her even better suited for Northern European sailings.
New Destinations for Virgin Voyages
The deployment introduces a number of new destinations that Virgin Voyages has never visited before.
Highlights include Molde, Nordfjordeid, Aarhus, Gdansk (Gdynia), Honningsvåg and the opportunity to cruise across the Arctic Circle. Sailors can also look forward to addition port favorites including Bergen, Flåm, Oslo, Copenhagen and Stockholm, where Valiant Lady will stay overnight.
With Northern Europe absent from the 2027 deployment, the return marks one of Virgin Voyages’ biggest itinerary expansions since launching in Europe.
2028 Amsterdam & Northern Europe Voyages
Register your interest with VV Insider using the links below. We’ll notify you as soon as bookings open and you may also receive up to $200 Sail Forward Loot on eligible sailings and cabin types when booking through VV Insider.
| Date | Voyage | Length | Route |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 9, 2028 | Western Europe: Barcelona to Amsterdam | 10 Nights | Barcelona, Sea Day, Casablanca, Lisbon, Sea Day, Sea Day, La Coruña, Sea Day, Cherbourg, Sea Day, Amsterdam |
| July 19, 2028 | Scandinavia & Stockholm Overnight | 12 Nights | Amsterdam, Sea Day, Oslo, Copenhagen, Sea Day, Gdansk (Gdynia), Stockholm, Stockholm (Overnight), Sea Day, Berlin (Warnemünde), Aarhus, Sea Day, Amsterdam |
| July 31, 2028 | Norwegian Fjords | 7 Nights | Amsterdam, Sea Day, Molde, Nordfjordeid, Flåm, Bergen, Sea Day, Amsterdam |
| August 7, 2028 | Scandinavia & Hamburg | 7 Nights | Amsterdam, Sea Day, Oslo, Copenhagen, Sea Day, Hamburg, Sea Day, Amsterdam |
| August 14, 2028 | Arctic Circle & Norwegian Fjords | 11 Nights | Amsterdam, Sea Day, Bergen, Arctic Circle Cruising, Tromsø, Honningsvåg, Arctic Circle Cruising, Trondheim, Hellesylt, Olden, Sea Day, Amsterdam |
| August 25, 2028 | Western Europe: Amsterdam to Barcelona | 10 Nights | Amsterdam, Sea Day, Cherbourg, Sea Day, La Coruña, Sea Day, Lisbon, Sea Day, Tangier, Sea Day, Barcelona |
Register Your Interest Today
These voyages are expected to be among the most sought-after itineraries Virgin Voyages has ever released in Europe when they go on sale August 13th.
If you’d like to be among the first to book, register your interest using the voyage links above. We’ll contact you as soon as bookings open and help secure the best available fares.
Book through VV Insider and eligible sailings may also qualify for up to $200 Sail Forward Loot, along with access to the Red Diamond Club.
Summer Season Pass Also Announced
Sailors can also book all four consecutive roundtrip Amsterdam voyages through Virgin Voyages’ Summer Season Pass. A $100 refundable deposit can be used to hold the package, with the total package coming to $25,000 according to the Virgin Voyages website.
The package covers the four sailings departing between July 19 and August 14, 2028, and includes:
- A Central Sea Terrace cabin for two Sailors
- $15 per Sailor, per night in onboard drinks credit
- Access to dining reservations 60 days before departure
- One complimentary Shore Thing per voyage, worth up to $250 per Sailor
- One complimentary Arctic Circle Discovery Excursion
- Upgraded Work From Sea WiFi
- Wash-and-fold laundry service
- One sea-day Thermal Suite spa pass per voyage, per Sailor
- Priority boarding and arrangements between the four back-to-back voyages
- A private Champagne breakfast and reserved viewing area for the Arctic Circle crossing ceremony
Season Pass Sailors will also receive a Nordic-themed welcome package. This includes aquavit, Scandinavian chocolate, sea salt, an exclusive jacket, city guides or maps, a water bottle, a portable power bank and a backpack.
The Summer Season Pass requires double occupancy across all four voyages. Full payment is required at the time of booking.
