7 Night Cruise sailing from Copenhagen roundtrip aboard Costa Luminosa.
A new star has appeared in the Costa firmament: Costa Luminosa, a ship dazzling with light. Elegant, sophisticated and fitted out with the most precious materials, Costa Luminosa is a real jewel. Wonder at its mother-of-pearl, ebony, noble hardwood and mosaic fittings. More cabins with private balconies, new sports facilities such as a roller-skating rink and golf simulator, and innovative entertainment areas, but that is not all: experience the exclusive Samsara Spa and the sliding glass roof that enables you to enjoylife on deck in the evenings.
Highlights of this cruise:
Copenhagen
The capital of Denmark, Copenhagen is the country's biggest city with some five million inhabitants, taking its suburban population into account. Its position on the Baltic Sea has generated substantial maritime activities including shipyards, fishing and commerce. Its port is today one of the busiest in northern Europe.
Along with Denmark's combative Viking past, the country for many centuries underwent periods of great turbulence and military activity, particularly during the Reformation - not least with its neighbours Norway and Sweden - and Napoleonic Wars. Relations between the Danes and its northern neighbours were particularly bad, until the daughter of King Valdemar IV, Margarete, married Hakon VI, the king of Norway and Sweden, resulting in the treaty of Kalmar, which unified the three countries. However, unity did not bring peace. The three countries each became involved in religious struggles, which characterised Lutheran reform. During this period Copenhagen, (formerly called Havn, meaning port) also became the cultural capital of the country and in the first half of the 17th Century several elegant buildings were built. But disaster struck when first the plague and then two great fires decimated Copenhagen, killing three quarters of its inhabitants. Reconstruction was gradual but faithful to the city's traditions, producing a city that was, in the words of a Danish poet, 'sparkling on the sea'. During the two World Wars, Copenhagen remained neutral, a strategy which placed Denmark in a good position post-war, ready to meet the challenges of the European Union. Modern-day Denmark is one of Europe's most liberal countries and Copenhagen is one of its most cosmopolitan and lively cities. A variety of parks, fountains and city squares add to the pleasant, relaxed atmosphere.
The Danish monarchy claims to be the world's oldest, dating back to the 10th Century. The Amalienborg Palace in Copenhagen has been home to the Danish Royal Family since the late 18th Century and today includes a museum, which chronicles the Family's history through the centuries. When the Danish queen is in residence, changing of the Guard takes place at the palace at noon. In ancient times the Royal Family lived at Christianborg, a charming castle full of history and artistic masterpieces. The castle, on Slotsholm Island, hosts the Folketing, the Danish parliament.
Probably the city's most famous sight is the waterfront statue of the Little Mermaid, a tribute to the city's most famous son, Hans Christian Andersen. Another renowned sightseeing destination is the Tivoli Gardens amusement park, which is more than 150 years old. The park is close to the city centre and is a good place to join in the fun on the numerous rides available.
The city has many restaurants and bars, particularly in the Nyhaven and Stroget areas, in which to try out some of the local specialities. Copenhagen's most typical dish is the smorrebrod, a type of rye sandwich filled with herring, smoked meat, salmon and accompanied by hard-boiled egg, beetroot in vinegar, salad and onion. Also worth a try is platte, a cold dish of herrings, fish fillets, pate, meatballs and cheese.
Bergen
Norway's second largest city with a population of around 200,000, Bergen is a destination of architectural, historical and natural fascination. The city lies facing the sea with a dramatic backdrop of seven hills. Some 50,000 tourists visit Bergen annually, attracted by the beauty of the region and the accessibility of Norway's spectacular fjords. Bergen's port has throughout its history been crucial to the city's prosperity - and even the very survival of its people. In 1702, when a fire swept through the wooden houses of the then village of Bergen, the sea provided an escape route for thousands.
Bergen was founded as Norway's capital in the 11th Century by King Olav Kyrre and its high status remained until the 13th Century when the powerful Lubeck Hanseatic League made the 'Bryggen' quarter into a German ghetto, contained by a barrier and with special localised rules which gave great favour - and power - to the merchant classes. German dominance remained for 400 years, eventually being replaced by the Danes, and then the Swedes, until Norway gained peaceful independence in 1905. Only four houses remain from the days of the Hanseatic League, although the area of the former ghetto is the financial centre of the city.
One of Bergen's most illustrious sons was the composer Edvard Grieg, whose life and work is celebrated in his former home Troldhaugen. The contemporary cultural life of Bergen is also thriving and the city was selected as one of the Cultural Cities of Europe for the year 2000. Architecturally, Bergen has much to offer. Of particular note is the stone-built 12th Century St Mary Church. The Hanseatic Museum in the centre of Bergen near the Fish Market is one of the city's best-preserved wooden buildings. The wooden Fantoft Stave Church is another structure of particular fascination. The original church, which also dates to the 12th Century, was destroyed by fire in 1992 and the present structure is a faithful restoration.
Norway has much to offer souvenir hunters, including high quality hand-made glassware and china. Pewter items are particularly popular and have the distinctive feature of being lead-free. Other Norwegian specialities include jewellery made from the national semi-precious stone thulite, and woollen clothing. Among the culinary specialities of Norway are smoked salmon dishes called lads, and pickled herring.
B1 - Verandah Stateroom
Veranda staterooms have a large window with glass doors that lead to your private veranda, two twin beds most of which convert to a queen-sized bed, considerable closet space, a private bathroom with shower, as well as a large sitting area with desk, vanity, drawer space, and sofa bed. Each stateroom also has its own interactive television with satellite, thermostat controlled air-conditioning, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, mini bar, individual safe, complimentary continental breakfast, and 24 hour room service. Some staterooms are equipped with an upper Pullman-style bunk bed to accommodate a fourth guest. Staterooms 5303 and 5304 are wheelchair accessible staterooms.
Square Footage: 220 sq ft (including verandah)
B2 - Verandah Stateroom
Veranda staterooms have a large window with glass doors that lead to your private veranda, two twin beds most of which convert to a queen-sized bed, considerable closet space, a private bathroom with shower, as well as a large sitting area with desk, vanity, drawer space, and sofa bed. Each stateroom also has its own interactive television with satellite, thermostat controlled air-conditioning, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, mini bar, individual safe, complimentary continental breakfast, and 24 hour room service. Some staterooms are equipped with an upper Pullman-style bunk bed to accommodate a fourth guest.
Square Footage: 220 sq ft (including verandah)
B3 - Verandah Stateroom
Veranda staterooms have a large window with glass doors that lead to your private veranda, two twin beds most of which convert to a queen-sized bed, considerable closet space, a private bathroom with shower, as well as a large sitting area with desk, vanity, drawer space, and sofa bed. Each stateroom also has its own interactive television with satellite, thermostat controlled air-conditioning, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, mini bar, individual safe, complimentary continental breakfast, and 24 hour room service. Some staterooms are equipped with an upper Pullman-style bunk bed to accommodate a fourth guest.
Square Footage: 220 sq ft (including verandah)
B4 - Verandah Stateroom
Veranda staterooms have a large window with glass doors that lead to your private veranda, two twin beds most of which convert to a queen-sized bed, considerable closet space, a private bathroom with shower, as well as a large sitting area with desk, vanity, drawer space, and sofa bed. Each stateroom also has its own interactive television with satellite, thermostat controlled air-conditioning, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, mini bar, individual safe, complimentary continental breakfast, and 24 hour room service. Some staterooms are equipped with an upper Pullman-style bunk bed to accommodate a fourth guest.
Square Footage: 220 sq ft (including verandah)
B5 - Verdandah Stateroom
Veranda staterooms have a large window with glass doors that lead to your private veranda, two twin beds most of which convert to a queen-sized bed, considerable closet space, a private bathroom with shower, as well as a large sitting area with desk, vanity, drawer space, and sofa. Each stateroom also has its own interactive television with satellite, thermostat controlled air-conditioning, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, mini bar, individual safe, complimentary continental breakfast, and 24 hour room service. Some staterooms are equipped with either a sofa bed in the sitting area, or upper Pullman-style bunk beds to accommodate a third or fourth guest. Staterooms 6310 and 6311 are wheelchair accessible staterooms.
Square Footage: 220 sq ft (including verandah)
B6 - Verandah Stateroom
Veranda staterooms have a large window with glass doors that lead to your private veranda, two twin beds most of which convert to a queen-sized bed, considerable closet space, a private bathroom with shower, as well as a large sitting area with desk, vanity, drawer space, and sofa bed. Each stateroom also has its own interactive television with satellite, thermostat controlled air-conditioning, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, mini bar, individual safe, complimentary continental breakfast, and 24 hour room service.
Square Footage: 220 sq ft (including verandah)
B7 - Verandah Stateroom
Veranda staterooms have a large window with glass doors that lead to your private veranda, two twin beds most of which convert to a queen-sized bed, considerable closet space, a private bathroom with shower, as well as a large sitting area with desk, vanity, drawer space, and sofa. Each stateroom also has its own interactive television with satellite, thermostat controlled air-conditioning, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, mini bar, individual safe, complimentary continental breakfast, and 24 hour room service. Some staterooms are equipped with either a sofa bed in the sitting area, or an upper Pullman-style bunk bed to accommodate a third guest. Staterooms 7303 and 7306 are wheelchair accessible staterooms.
Square Footage: 220 sq ft (including verandah)
B8 - Verandah Stateroom
Veranda staterooms have a large window with glass doors that lead to your private veranda, two twin beds most of which convert to a queen-sized bed, considerable closet space, a private bathroom with shower, as well as a large sitting area with desk, vanity, drawer space, and sofa bed. Each stateroom also has its own interactive television with satellite, thermostat controlled air-conditioning, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, mini bar, individual safe, complimentary continental breakfast, and 24 hour room service. Staterooms 8290 and 8299 are wheelchair accessible staterooms.
Square Footage: 220 sq ft (including verandah)
E1 - Oceanview Stateroom (obstructed)
Oceanview staterooms have a window with two twin beds most of which convert to a queen-sized bed, considerable closet space, a private bathroom with shower, as well as a sitting area with desk, vanity, drawer space, and sofa bed. Each stateroom also has its own interactive television with satellite, thermostat controlled air-conditioning, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, mini bar, individual safe, complimentary continental breakfast, and 24 hour room service. Some staterooms are equipped with an upper Pullman-style bunk bed to accommodate a fourth guest. Staterooms 4301, 4302, 4348, and 4353 are wheelchair accessible staterooms.
Please note, the view from these staterooms are obstructed by lifeboats or other ship structures.
Square Footage: 191 sq ft
E2 - Oceanview Stateroom
Oceanview staterooms have a window with two twin beds most of which convert to a queen-sized bed, considerable closet space, a private bathroom with shower, as well as a sitting area with desk, vanity, drawer space, and sofa bed. Each stateroom also has its own interactive television with satellite, thermostat controlled air-conditioning, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, mini bar, individual safe, complimentary continental breakfast, and 24 hour room service. Some staterooms are equipped with an upper Pullman-style bunk bed to accommodate a fourth guest. Staterooms 6203, 6204, 7203, and 7204 are wheelchair accessible staterooms.
Square Footage: 191 sq ft
GS - Grand Suite with Verandah
Grand Suites have large panoramic windows with glass doors that lead to your spacious private veranda, two twin beds most of which convert to a queen-sized bed, accomodating closet space, a private bathroom with whirlpool tub and shower, as well as a living room with entertainment center, lounge furniture, sectional sofa bed, ample drawer space, and vanity. Each stateroom also has its own interactive television with satellite, thermostat controlled air-conditioning, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, mini bar, individual safe, complimentary continental breakfast, and 24 hour room service with a private butler.
Suite Amenities: Along with your room service, Costa Suites include full in-suite meal service, sparkling wine, cold canapes, daily fresh fruit basket, and VIP treatment with priority check-in and disembarkation, assistance with packing and unpacking, upgraded bath products, invitation to the VIP cocktail party, and a complimentary dinner for two at the ship's specialty restaurant.
Square Footage: 456 sq ft (including verandah)
I1 - Inisde Stateroom
Inside staterooms have two twin beds most of which convert to a queen-sized bed, considerable closet space, a private bathroom with shower, as well as a sitting area with desk, vanity, and drawer space. Each stateroom also has its own interactive television with satellite, thermostat controlled air-conditioning, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, mini bar, individual safe, complimentary continental breakfast, and 24 hour room service. Some staterooms are equipped with either a sofa bed in the sitting area, or an upper Pullman-style bunk bed to accommodate a third guest.
Square Footage: 150 sq ft
I2 - Inside Stateroom
Inside staterooms have two twin beds most of which convert to a queen-sized bed, considerable closet space, a private bathroom with shower, as well as a sitting area with desk, vanity, and drawer space. Each stateroom also has its own interactive television with satellite, thermostat controlled air-conditioning, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, mini bar, individual safe, complimentary continental breakfast, and 24 hour room service. Some staterooms are equipped with either a sofa bed in the sitting area, or upper Pullman-style bunk beds to accommodate a third or fourth guest.
Square Footage: 150 sq ft
I3 - Inisde Stateroom
Inside staterooms have two twin beds most of which convert to a queen-sized bed, considerable closet space, a private bathroom with shower, as well as a sitting area with desk, vanity, and drawer space. Each stateroom also has its own interactive television with satellite, thermostat controlled air-conditioning, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, mini bar, individual safe, complimentary continental breakfast, and 24 hour room service. Some staterooms are equipped with either a sofa bed in the sitting area, or upper Pullman-style bunk beds to accommodate a third or fourth guest.
Square Footage: 150 sq ft
I4 - Inside Stateroom
Inside staterooms have two twin beds most of which convert to a queen-sized bed, considerable closet space, a private bathroom with shower, as well as a sitting area with desk, vanity, drawer space, and sofa bed. Each stateroom also has its own interactive television with satellite, thermostat controlled air-conditioning, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, mini bar, individual safe, complimentary continental breakfast, and 24 hour room service. Some staterooms are equipped with an upper Pullman-style bunk bed to accommodate a fourth guest. Staterooms 1271, 1275, and 1278 are wheelchair accessible staterooms.
Square Footage: 150 sq ft
MS - Mini Suite with Verandah
Mini-Suites have large panoramic windows with glass doors that lead to your spacious private veranda, two twin beds most of which convert to a queen-sized bed, accomodating closet space, a private bathroom with shower, as well as a large sitting area with desk, vanity, drawer space, and sofa bed. Each stateroom also has its own interactive television with satellite, thermostat controlled air-conditioning, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, mini bar, individual safe, complimentary continental breakfast, and 24 hour room service.
Square Footage: 286 sq ft (including verandah)
PS - Panorama Suite with Verandah
Panorama suites have large panoramic windows with glass doors that lead to your spacious private wrap-around veranda, two twin beds most of which convert to a queen-sized bed, accomodating closet space, a private bathroom with whirlpool tub and shower, as well as a large sitting area with desk, vanity, drawer space, and sofa bed. Each stateroom also has its own interactive television with satellite, thermostat controlled air-conditioning, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, mini bar, individual safe, complimentary continental breakfast, and 24 hour room service with a private butler.
Suite Amenities: Along with your room service, Costa Suites include full in-suite meal service, sparkling wine, cold canapes, daily fresh fruit basket, and VIP treatment with priority check-in and disembarkation, assistance with packing and unpacking, upgraded bath products, invitation to the VIP cocktail party, and a complimentary dinner for two at the ship's specialty restaurant.
Square Footage: 370 sq ft (including verandah)
S - Suite with Verandah
Suites have large panoramic windows with glass doors that lead to your spacious private veranda, two twin beds most of which convert to a queen-sized bed, accomodating closet space, a private bathroom with whirlpool tub and shower, as well as an expanded sitting area with desk, vanity, drawer space, and sofa bed. Each stateroom also has its own interactive television with satellite, thermostat controlled air-conditioning, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, mini bar, individual safe, complimentary continental breakfast, and 24 hour room service with a private butler.
Suite Amenities: Along with your room service, Costa Suites include full in-suite meal service, sparkling wine, cold canapes, daily fresh fruit basket, and VIP treatment with priority check-in and disembarkation, assistance with packing and unpacking, upgraded bath products, invitation to the VIP cocktail party, and a complimentary dinner for two at the ship's specialty restaurant.
Square Footage: 337 sq ft (including verandah)
SB - Samsara Verandah Stateroom
Samsara Veranda staterooms have a large window with glass doors that lead to your private veranda, two twin beds most of which convert to a queen-sized bed, considerable closet space, a private bathroom with shower, as well as a large sitting area with desk, vanity, drawer space, and sofa bed. Each stateroom also has its own interactive television with satellite, thermostat controlled air-conditioning, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, mini bar, individual safe, complimentary continental breakfast, and 24 hour room service.
Special Samsara Amenities: Samsara Staterooms provide an exclusive experience with unlimited access to the Samsara Spa and Thalassotherapy pool, two complimentary treatments of your choice, and extra bath amenities that promote wellness and relaxation.
Staterooms 8232 and 8233 are wheelchair accessible staterooms.
Square Footage: 220 sq ft (including verandah)
SI - Samsara Inside Stateroom
Samsara Inside staterooms have two twin beds most of which convert to a queen-sized bed, considerable closet space, a private bathroom with shower, as well as a sitting area with desk, vanity, and drawer space. Each stateroom also has its own interactive television with satellite, thermostat controlled air-conditioning, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, mini bar, individual safe, complimentary continental breakfast, and 24 hour room service.
Special Samsara Amenities: Samsara Staterooms provide an exclusive experience with unlimited access to the Samsara Spa and Thalassotherapy pool, two complimentary treatments of your choice, and extra bath amenities that promote wellness and relaxation.
Some staterooms are equipped with either a sofa bed in the sitting area, or upper Pullman-style bunk beds to accommodate a third or fourth guest.
Square Footage: 150 sq ft
SU - Samsara Suite with Verandah
Samsara Suites have large panoramic windows with glass doors that lead to your spacious private veranda, two twin beds most of which convert to a queen-sized bed, accomodating closet space, a private bathroom with whirlpool tub and shower, as well as an expanded sitting area with desk, vanity, drawer space, and sofa bed. Each stateroom also has its own interactive television with satellite, thermostat controlled air-conditioning, direct-dial telephone, hair dryer, mini bar, individual safe, complimentary continental breakfast, and 24 hour room service with a private butler.
Suite Amenities: Along with your room service, Costa Suites include full in-suite meal service, sparkling wine, cold canapes, daily fresh fruit basket, and VIP treatment with priority check-in and disembarkation, assistance with packing and unpacking, upgraded bath products, invitation to the VIP cocktail party, and a complimentary dinner for two at the ship's specialty restaurant.
Special Samsara Amenities: Samsara Staterooms provide an exclusive experience with unlimited access to the Samsara Spa and Thalassotherapy pool, two complimentary treatments of your choice, and extra bath amenities that promote wellness and relaxation.
Square Footage: 337 sq ft (including verandah)