Brandenburg Choral Cruise returns in 2026 with Norway voyage from Southampton
The Brandenburg Choral Cruise will return in 2026 with an eight-day voyage to the mountains, glaciers and fjords of North Norway, sailing from and returning to Southampton. The cruise is presented in association with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines.
Designed for singers who enjoy combining travel with music-making, the cruise brings together daily choral workshops, social events and an end-of-cruise performance for fellow passengers. The itinerary includes Olden, Nordfjord, Bergen, Ulvik, Maurangerfjord, Furebergsfossen and Sandnes, with singing sessions and music appreciation activities taking place on sea days. Participants will rehearse and perform under the guidance of Brandenburg’s artistic team, with repertoire shaped by those taking part. The cruise is led by Bob Porter, Artistic Director of Brandenburg, who is a Freeman of the City of London and a Fellow of the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. Each Brandenburg Choral Cruise includes: \- A luxury cruise experience with a leading cruise line \- Daily singing workshops led by experienced choral directors \- Bespoke repertoire selected by participants \- Special Brandenburg social and musical events \- A final on-board concert performance Places on the choral activities are only available to those who book through Brandenburg, and participants are advised not to book directly with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines. The 2026 Brandenburg Choral Choral Cruise sails from 18-26 June 2026.