Europe in December expedition cruises: FAQ

How much does Europe in December cost?

Sailings to Europe in December in our inventory embark from Oslo, Bergen, Fort-de-France and Kirkenes. Voyages to Europe in December in our inventory start from $300. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.

How long is a voyage to Europe in December?

Itineraries to Europe in December start from 1 night.

When do voyages to Europe in December depart?

Departures currently on sale in our inventory fall in December.

Which December departures to Europe are on sale now?

Upcoming departures in our inventory: 1 December 2026 aboard MS Richard With (Hurtigruten, 2 nights, from $1,000); 1 December 2026 aboard MS Nordkapp (Hurtigruten, 1 night, from $300); 1 December 2026 aboard MS Nordlys (Hurtigruten, 15 nights, from $3,000); 1 December 2026 aboard MS Polarlys (Hurtigruten, 2 nights, from $300); 1 December 2026 aboard MS Richard With (Hurtigruten, 1 night, from $1,000); 1 December 2026 aboard MS Nordkapp (Hurtigruten, 5 nights, from $1,000); 2 December 2026 aboard MS Kong Harald (Hurtigruten, 6 nights, from $1,000); 2 December 2026 aboard MS Kong Harald (Hurtigruten, 2 nights, from $2,000). Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.

How much of the season for Europe falls in December?

301 of the 4244 departures to Europe currently on sale leave in December, across 5 operators: Hurtigruten, Ponant, Explora Journeys, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises and Silversea.

Which cruise lines sail to Europe in December?

5 operators in our inventory currently offer departures to Europe in December: Hurtigruten, Ponant, Explora Journeys, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises and Silversea.

How many departures to Europe in December are on sale, and when do they leave?

301 scheduled departures to Europe in December are currently on sale, with sailing dates in December.

How long are itineraries to Europe in December?

Itineraries to Europe in December in our inventory range from 1 to 16 nights.

What is the most common itinerary length for Europe in December, and when is departure activity highest?

The most common itinerary length to Europe in December in our inventory is 11 nights, and December has the highest number of scheduled departures.

Which ships operate in Europe in December?

Ships sailing Europe in December in our inventory include MS Polarlys (Hurtigruten, 479 guests), MS Nordkapp (Hurtigruten, 460 guests), MS Richard With (Hurtigruten, 460 guests), MS Kong Harald (Hurtigruten, 460 guests) and MS Nordlys (Hurtigruten, 460 guests); guest capacity is the operator's published figure.

Where do voyages to Europe in December embark?

Departures to Europe in December in our inventory embark from Oslo, Bergen, Fort-de-France and Kirkenes.

Which places feature on itineraries to Europe in December?

Itineraries in our inventory commonly call at Trondheim, Tromsø, Ålesund, Svolvær, Brønnøysund, Honningsvåg, Hammerfest and Bodø. Exact calls vary by itinerary and are subject to weather and local conditions.

What are the cancellation terms for Europe in December voyages?

Terms are set by each operator, not by us. Across the lines we sell in Europe in December, deposits are refundable in full until 151 days before departure; after that a per-line scale applies. Your confirmation shows the exact schedule for your booking.

How do starting prices for Europe in December compare across operators?

Starting prices in our inventory differ by operator: Hurtigruten from $300, Explora Journeys from $1000, Ponant from $4000, Silversea from $6000. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.

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Inventory data on this page last updated 2026-10-28.

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