I faced my biggest fear in Geiranger, Norway! 10 Days SOLO on the NCL Prima

Welcome to the most beautiful port I've EVER seen!! Geiranger, Norway absolutely blew me away. From the moment I woke up and looked outside my balcony door to see the landscape we were sailing by, I knew this place was something special. Today is day 5 on this 10-day Norwegian Prima Iceland & Norway cruise, and I had a feeling Geiranger was going to be a highlight of the cruise from pictures I had seen online beforehand - and I wasn't wrong!
I signed up for a shore excursion (through NCL) to visit Dalsnibba Mountain with what I knew would be incredible views... I just didn't realize how scary it would be getting up there! This really challenged my fear of heights, but I loved every second of taking in the INCREDIBLE mountainous views and scenery from the top of the lookout. We also enjoyed local coffee and pastries from a B&B on our way up the mountain, and a second breathtaking overlook with a perfect picturesque view of the ship.
Today was truly one of my favorite port days on a ship, EVER! I just love Norway and hope you enjoy getting a glimpse of the scenery as I take you along with me on this amazing day in Geiranger.
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[@Valerieesquilin]

Yes like you said, what a blessing to visit such stunning places 😍 cant wait to go!

[@cathieschmitgal5515]

Your time lapse with your iPhone 😱amazing! Thank you for that!🥲

[@cathieschmitgal5515]

Oh my gosh I so appreciate your candor with your fear of heights…….I was feeling it all the way😬

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@cathieschmitgal5515 It was so much worse in person 😂 watching this video back it just doesn’t do the sheer drop-offs justice, but it absolutely was terrifying!

[@BJ-cy1bx]

We did this same excursion in Sept. ‘23. The mountain top lake wasn’t frozen and the only snow on the mountains was the glaciers. It was awesome to see the fjord from the lookout. The cruise ship looked so far away. I do believe that Norway is prettier than Alaska. Great video. Thanks.

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@BJ-cy1bx that sounds so lovely! I saw pictures of the lake with all the snow melted and it was so beautiful, wish I could go back in the later summertime to see it! And I agree with you about Alaska, which I didn’t think was possible until I visited Norway! 😊

[@jlizardi5013]

Unbelievable stunning! Great job!

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@jlizardi5013 thank you! 😊

[@DawnE-64]

Stunning! I hope that we have as beautiful a weather day in September as you had!

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@DawnE-64 I hope you do too! 😊

[@williamwood7735]

Love your content so much. Your presentation on Norway’s natural beauty is wonderful. Thanks for sharing.

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@williamwood7735 thank you so much!! 😊

[@timczerniec4043]

Excellent video. Your delivery of information is really good. Listening to you describe your adventure is very satisfying and interesting. Thank you for sharing this with all of us.

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@timczerniec4043 I’m so glad you enjoyed it, such an incredible place, impossible to do justice on video!!

[@johnbuckley8324]

Geiranger and Alesund are two of my favorite places on the planet. After my Prima cruise there last August I booked another cruise to get back there. Just finished that second trip in June. Love Norway! Thanks for the video...can't get enough of these Fjords. Cheers! 🙂

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@johnbuckley8324 I feel the same! Want to go back and see the fjords again and more of Norway, it’s just amazing everywhere there! Thanks so much for watching 😊

[@saukamp1]

We just got off that same cruise but we must have gone to the ports in a different order. We did Bruges first. I can’t believe we have the same issue with people throwing food to birds. The captain was not happy. He said the crew would have to clean up the bird sh*t. I’m surprised people don’t know better. Such amazing ports and we had such wonderful weather for most of the time. And I agree the scenery is something that can’t be described. Loved every minute.

[@MerCruisesSolo]

Wow so it wasn't just our cruise with bad behaving passengers 😆such a bummer that people keep throwing food overboard, it's terrible to make more work for the crew, they already work so hard! So glad to hear you had wonderful weather and that you enjoyed your cruise!! It truly was one of my all time favorites!

[@lorifisher]

What a beautiful video! You have me wanting to go on this cruise itinerary! Can't wait to see your next port!

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@lorifisher thank you! It’s such a good one, I can’t recommend it enough!! 😊

[@maryg4551]

Great video! I have now subscribed! I'm looking forward to the other videos you have posted. Thanks for sharing your journey! We are heading to the Norwegian Fjords next month and can hardly wait!

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@maryg4551 thanks so much!! Hope you have an amazing time on your fjords trip! It is soooo beautiful 😍

[@heiker.4549]

Dear Meredith, I found your channel just this morning and immediately subscribed. 😍 I started cruising solo in 2021, and in two weeks I‘m going on my 10th cruise. It‘s time for Norway again, this time all the way up to Svalbard. I have also watched your Iceland-Videos during this day, and watching your videos shortens the time until my next cruise so much. 😊 I‘ve been to Geiranger last year and I totally agree that it is one of the most beautiful places in the world. ❤ Thank you for this wonderful video, it was like being there myself. Can‘t wait to continue travelling with you. Best wishes from Germany 🙋🏻‍♀️

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@heiker.4549 thank you so much for the kind comments, it sounds like you have found the same love for solo cruising as I have! Your upcoming trip sounds amazing, I am already itching to go back and see more of Norway! Thanks so much for watching and following along 😊

[@tinadesigns1]

Wow!!! Beautiful scenery! That bread service for dinner had my mouth watering;)! Looked delicious.

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@tinadesigns1 the bread service is my favorite part of dinner at Onda! 😄🤤

[@terriguske4530]

Another stunning video! I was already looking forward to Geiranger, but after watching your video I cant wait! No words for how beautiful it looks. Looks like NCL has changed the itinerary up a little for my September sailing as we stop in Alesund first then Geiranger. 51 days til I arrive in Reykjavik! .

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@terriguske4530 it’s going to be here before you know it! Such a great itinerary, hope you have an amazing cruise 😊

[@NowBoardingVlogs]

Just WOW! That was some amazing views! And cruising through the fjords.... unbelievable! Everywhere you look could be on a postcard. Those small electric green vehicles looked like a fun way to ride around town.

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@NowBoardingVlogs I couldn’t find enough adjectives to describe it… just incredible! So glad you enjoyed, and yes, next time I definitely want to rent one and drive it around the mountains! 😄

[@LynBailey7]

Thank you so much for sharing this amazing port and incredible scenery. Thanks for taking me along with you. I am loving the experience. From one solo traveller (at 76) to another. 💖💖

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@LynBailey7 thank you, Lyn! So glad you enjoyed 😊

[@HrHaakon]

The issue with the ships going this deep into the fjords is that the exhaust stay in the fjords, and this is not particularly good for anyone's health. There are already ships that can go there emissions free, so it's not going to stop cruising (nor was it meant to, as such) but it will make it difficult for very large ships to go there. Havila has zero emissio ships already, so the cruising is not going away. It will howver, change.

[@lorrainehowes7231]

Thank you for another great video. Geiranger is truly "stunning"!

[@KikiB90]

Your amazing videos are the reason I'm creating my bucket list of travel destinations. I will also be a solo traveler and can't wait until I retire next year and get ready to explore the world. Thank you for sharing. You do a great job, with all your descriptions, information and underlying music choices. Keep up the great story telling - you are my favorite to watch

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@KikiB90 wow, this is the ultimate compliment, thank you so much!! 🩷 I love to hear that I’ve inspired you in some way to get out there and travel, especially solo! I hope you have so many amazing and fun adventures traveling after retirement - you deserve it! 😊

[@kerryharder2416]

Wow, this is so beautiful and amazing thank you for sharing this with us! 🇨🇦😎😊

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@kerryharder2416 thanks so much Kerry! 😊

[@carlyncamingue1908]

I absolutely love your content . I'm getting so hype up on this same Prima cruise in 4 weeks now😅 thank you very much for showing such an awesome sceneries of Norway 🇳🇴

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@carlyncamingue1908 so close! I hope you have an amazing cruise! It was truly incredible 😊

[@markbradley4179]

Another great video! Absolutely stunning! The scenery is nice too! 😉

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@markbradley4179 aw thanks Mark! ☺️

[@Peter-dl3up]

Stunning video. Thank you so much. 😊

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@Peter-dl3up thanks for watching! 😊

[@user-ro9tg5rk8d]

Thanks so much for your content, we are going on that same ship and itinerary in August. Can't wait, Thanks for sharing.

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@user-ro9tg5rk8d ooh it’s so soon, I hope you have an amazing cruise!! 😊

[@YaYas_simple_living]

Geiranger is so beautiful! Thank you for sharing

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@YaYas_simple_living thanks for watching 😊

[@Catherine.B.]

Beautiful vlog, Meredith, loving this series. I feel like we are kindred spirits 💛

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@Catherine.B. thanks so much Catherine! 😊

[@northwestman1]

Thank you Mer for another beautiful video. Always a great presentation

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@northwestman1 thanks so much for watching, as always! ☺️

[@northwestman1]

@@MerCruisesSolo my wife and I enjoyed many cruises for years until her devastating passing away almost 3 years ago and have not cruised since. Your Solo cruise videos have gave me the courage to get back to cruising and I’ve booked 3 solo cruises in 2025. Thanks to your videos. I appreciate you so much Mer

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@northwestman1 I’m so glad to hear that my videos have inspired you to get back out there and travel. I can’t imagine how hard it is to lose your partner and I’m sure difficult to find the motivation to keep going but there is so much beauty out there to see and enjoy, I hope you get to 😊

[@northwestman1]

@@MerCruisesSolo thank you Mer 😊

[@james29951]

Hi love your video :-) The name of the pastory is Berliner Bolle :-) best regards from Stavanger, Norway xxx

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@james29951 thank you so much! The pastry was so good 😋

[@robk236]

Just. Wow. What a great vlog! I'm happy that you had such a glory filled day. I think your utterance of "stunning" surpassed your utterance of "terrifying" at around 24 minutes. Ha ha. And we got a sample of the Philly attitude around the 25 min. mark. 😁 That timelapse segment toward the beginning is really excellent. Your commentary is seamless and unawkward. I know you're an experienced vlogger, but I believe that you're very good at it. I'm glad you're able to experience these things. Thank you for sharing!

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@robk236 oh nooo don’t tell me that! I only live in Philly, I’m not from here 😂🙈 thanks so much for the kind words, I was no doubt equally stunned and terrified on this day, but it will stick with me as one of the most memorable ports I’ve ever been! 😊

[@cruisingandexploring]

Absolutely stunning! We'll be on Iona next month doing a 'cruise-by' Geiranger after a morning stop in Hellesylt, so really looking forward to seeing those views from the ship, shame we're not getting off there, but the sail in /out should be epic! 😊

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@cruisingandexploring yes it will be no doubt! The views of the fjords sailing in and out was one of my favorite parts of the whole day, so you are in for a treat! 😊

[@thomasscott4239]

I have only taken 3 cruises so far, but Geiranger is by far the most beautiful place I have ever been. Thank you for posting this video. Can I suggest another cruise for you? The cruise from Sydney to Tahiti on the NCL Spirit. Also amazing.

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@thomasscott4239 I have Australia & NZ booked for late 2025 but not the route to Tahiti, I will definitely be looking into that, thank you!

[@mauricelasker4763]

Stunning.............................

[@ANTi64-pg2jp]

The pastery you ate is called Berlinerbolle, they come`s with that cream you had, or you can have them with a type of Jam. Supernice either way.

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@ANTi64-pg2jp so tasty!! 😋

[@ANTi64-pg2jp]

@@MerCruisesSolo With respect mrs/miss Solo and not meant in a dirty way at all. But those two words is exactly mine when i saw you. You probably know it, but i think it can not been said to often , you are a classy and stunningly beautiful lady. If there are any way to dm and your up for it, pleas tell me. Best regards TJ.

[@annekirkpatrick7197]

Absolutely lovely! 🥂

[@jpnbronx323]

Great courage to do that drive so I won't have to. Perfect video, thanks, and I may have mentioned on your other series that you have convinced me to do the South American itinerary. Thanks.

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@jpnbronx323 love to hear that! Thanks so much for watching, glad you have enjoyed the videos 😊

[@rodneyscales2648]

The captain skipped Scotland we went right to Iceland spent an every day in Iceland. I was in North America and Europe at the same times. I am not a religious person but I do Thank God.

[@styme1124]

We were just on a similar itinerary with Royal. Loving seeing so many of the ports we went to in your video! You got great weather in Geiranger. When we were there it was foggy so most of the higher mountain stops on our excursion was a bust. We had the same issue on our ship with stupid people feeding the birds. Our captain didn't say anything over the announcements though. They should be fined. Great job on the videos. I'm binge watching all of the Prima ones.

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@styme1124 oh no, what a bummer that the fog covered your view! I was definitely so fortunate to have nice weather that day, such a beautiful place! Can’t believe how many people out there think it’s ok to feed the birds 🤦🏻‍♀️ thanks so much for watching!!

[@chocolatemint9225]

Thank you so much for the detail. I have this booked for summer 2025, it’s been so helpful following along! I’ll be white knuckling it too, it’s okay ❤❤❤

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@chocolatemint9225 so glad to hear that, thank you! I hope you have an amazing cruise 😊

Un crucero de ensueño, vale la pena, yo conozco Islandia por tierra, itra persoectiva, por mar, que me parece estupenda!! Gracias Mery😊😊😊

Muchas ganas de conocer Noruega así👍🏻👍🏻

[@MerCruisesSolo]

Thank you, yes I agree!! 😊

[@adamzimmerman6660]

Beautiful scenery. I also like your honest opinions.

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@adamzimmerman6660 thank you! 😊

[@1flames952]

OMG! Cannot wait to be there in August 2025! Waiting patiently for the rest of port videos! Now I need to google those green cars! Looks fantastic, probably similar to the Gocars which were doing in San Francisco in September. Yes, STUNNING 😂

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@1flames952 stunning indeed 😜 you are in store for such an amazing trip, excited for you!

[@sue9699]

Your videos are so good! ❤❤Informative and relaxing to watch.🤩🤩I love cruise in general, would you ever consider Africa, New Zealand&Australia, or Asia? I would love to watch you travel there! 😍😍

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@sue9699 thank you so much! Yes, I am definitely planning to visit all of those places! I already have Australia and New Zealand booked later in 2025!

[@sue9699]

@@MerCruisesSolo awesome!!! Which cruise line you chose?

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@sue9699 NCL!

[@Cory69]

not an itinerary i would be interested in but still watching the series to support your channel lol

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@Cory69 thanks Cory! You’re missing out, I promise! This itinerary is tied for my favorite out of 25 cruises, it was amazing! Thanks for your support 😊

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@1flames952 this one is tied with the South America & Antarctica itinerary that I did over the winter holidays!!

[@1flames952]

@@MerCruisesSoloWell? What’s your favourite?!?!?😊

[@1flames952]

@@MerCruisesSolothat’s also a bucket lister for us. Want to wait til retirement for that. Gift for working for 40+ years. Hopefully 5 years away!

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@1flames952 it will be so well deserved!!

[@wirkola1]

The pastry you got was not Munk, but berlinebolle or Berliner Bun. A berliner bun is a bun that is fried in hot lard or frying oil and rolled in sugar or icing sugar. Normally it has either vanilla cream or jam in a cavity on the inside. Nice video, thanks

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@wirkola1 thanks! it was delicious! 😊

[@danacasey8543]

I love Norway! I spent a week there 25 years ago on a genealogy trip. We went to Aurland, and visited an 800 year old church where my ancestors are buried. I definitely felt like I had come home. I will hopefully cruise there next year to see more of my homeland!

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@danacasey8543 wow that’s amazing!! Sounds like it was an incredible trip! Such a beautiful country, I can’t wait to go back and see more!

[@Oslohiker]

Grass on roof is because that they keep the buildings cool in the summer and warm in the winter..... that is the real reason.... It also used to be on roofs in the cities, but because it is a fire hazard it is a now a ban on that.....

[@TravelWithBen121]

23:41 that guy behind you kicked the lounger 🤣 Oh and beautiful port! 17:48 was my favorite view! WOW!

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@TravelWithBen121 23:41 the fact that you noticed that and I didn’t, despite editing it 😂 I replaced WOW with a whole lot of other overused adjectives, and it’s still not enough to describe how beautiful!

[@renemek1835]

2:17 i live there 🇳🇴🫡

[@np7360]

The doughnut like pastry was simply a doughnut haha (called munk).

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@np7360 well that’s easy! 😆 thanks for sharing that information!!

[@tommyboynv]

Fellow solo cruiser here. What time of year was your cruise? You mentioned that the frozen lake would be beautiful in the summer….but I thought it was, but then noticed we didn’t have a time reference. I’ve thought of something similar for next summer but was curious if this is what you would expect at a particular time of the year. Thanks again for sharing!

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@tommyboynv yes it was spring when I went! This cruise was from May 23 - June 2 of this year 🙂

[@erinjdwyer]

My husband and I are going on this cruise early September for our honeymoon (actually now it’s our 5 year anniversary because Covid and having a baby got in the way 😅) he is the most excited about this port. Thanks for sharing!!

[@MerCruisesSolo]

You will have an incredible trip! This was one of my favorite itineraries ever - this was my favorite port, but they were all wonderful! Thanks so much for watching! ☺happy honeymoon!!

[@deba175]

Hello love your videos,Do you recommend this cruise ports and ship? What was the name of excursion? Do you embark and debark in Norway ?

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@deba175 this cruise is part of a series, you can watch all of the videos on my channel under the Norwegian Prima Iceland & Norway playlist! This cruise started in Reykjavik, Iceland and ended in Southampton, England. The excursion in this video is Dalsnibba Mountain & Coffee Shop booked through NCL.

[@stormy7722]

Watched a few of your vids. Im curious, do you ever find "romance" on these sole endeavors? Norway is definitely a bucket list trip. Iceland as well.

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@stormy7722 it was a bucket list trip for me too, and barely scratched the itch - can’t wait to go back and see more of both countries! I don’t go looking for romance on my cruises, but have met some amazing people and formed some wonderful friendships with people I’ve met while traveling! 😊

[@stormy7722]

@@MerCruisesSolo very cool. Keep up the great work! Im done with Caribbean cruises and the one you are on looks pretty nice.

[@warrenwright8403]

Did you ever speak to anyone who did the Kayaking in the fjord? We're departing on the 25th and choose that excursion or Geiranger

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@warrenwright8403 I didn’t, but that sounds like a great excursion, especially if the weather is anything like what we had on our port day! 😊

[@julietteMichielsen]

Hi Mer, where do you find/book all your cruises? And do you pay double supplement?

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@julietteMichielsen I always book directly with the cruise line, and NCL has reduced rates for solo cruisers. If you book in either a Studio, Solo Inside, Solo Oceanview or Solo Balcony category you will not pay double occupancy, they have those cabins priced for one person!

[@julietteMichielsen]

@@MerCruisesSolo I will go look on NCL’s website! Thank you for your answer!

[@1flames952]

Googled those green cars. 3hr rental doing the same route as you did is about U$225 + a toll of U$25 (for two people). Curious to know how much your excursion was for comparison??

[@MerCruisesSolo]

Yes, I heard they were very expensive to rent, but wow, that’s pricey! The excursion I took was priced at $159, however after my $50 shore excursion discount plus my latitudes discount, I paid just under $93… considering how great our guide was, I’d say it was worth the price!

[@kreaturen]

That is OUTRAGOUS! As a Norwegian I feel I need to apologize 🤣

[@DieterDoesntDiet]

Wow ❤ one day...."stunning"!😅

[@polinapodrezova8779]

Hello. Really nice video))) Greetings. What is the date/ month on the video7

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@polinapodrezova8779 thank you! this cruise was from May 23 - June 2!

[@audung78]

To bad it is no cruise to show how nice it is her in Winter.

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@audung78 I would love to visit in the wintertime! ❄️⛄️

[@diamondndarufftravels6605]

What tour were you on? Would like to do the same

[@MerCruisesSolo]

It was great, I definitely recommend! I booked it through NCL and it's called, "Dalsnibba Mountain with Coffee Shop." Hope you have a great cruise!

[@kjetta74]

The bun name: Berlinerbolle.

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@kjetta74 oooh good to know! thank you!

[@pekka75]

🥹❤

[@Traslan]

As a Norwegian, I hope cruise ships will be banned from entering the fjords in the future. They ruin so much. They can dock at the entrance and maybe take smaller electric driven ferries that don't pollute and ruin the view for others if the passengers want to enjoy the fjords.

[@markbradley4179]

I take it you're not a skier...I can imagine what you would be like on a chairlift 😂

[@MerCruisesSolo]

@@markbradley4179 haha! I do ski, actually!! I just don’t look down when I’m on the chairlift 🤣