Scandinavia & the Baltic
At a time of year with fewer tourists around, you’ll be able to explore at your own pace as you sample the delights of six countries in less than two weeks. We’ve afforded plenty of time for you to discover the genuine essence of every destination, from the gold-domed palaces and majestic mood of St Petersburg, and fairytale Tallinn – home to the UNESCO-listed Old Town – to Copenhagen, a colourful and culture-rich city with something for everyone.
Oslo Copenhagen
Tallinn
Following impressive archipelago cruising, Sweden’s friendly ‘second city’, Gothenburg, will greet you. A diverse range of attractions jostle for your attention; among them are Götaplatsen Square, the cultural heart of the metropolis; the fascinating historic quarter, Haga, known for its traditional wooden houses; Maritiman – the world’s largest floating ship museum; and Avenyn, Gothenburg’s answer to the Champs-Élysées. Highly recommended is a canal cruise aboard a ‘Paddan’ sightseeing boat too.
Next is Copenhagen; get set for a hearty welcome and a raft of options for discovery: capture your all- important photo of the Little Mermaid, swot up on history at the National Museum of Denmark, or opt for a stroll among the famous colourful townhouses of the Nyhavn district. It’s well worth taking a royal tour of the city’s palaces or witnessing the beautiful flowers on display at the Tivoli Gardens, too.
A day at sea ensues, before you reach Tallinn, a fairytale-esque city renowned for its attraction- packed, UNESCO-listed Old Town and fascinating, unique culture. While in Helsinki, top landmarks
include the Neoclassical Cathedral and Senate Square. You may choose to immerse yourself in the city’s museums, galleries and Art-Nouveau architecture, or uncover the rich natural beauty of the area, from leafy parks to peaceful lakes.
The excitement on board will intensify as you arrive in St Petersburg for an overnight stay. By day, the collection of star attractions include Peterhof Palace, Nevsky Prospekt, the Hermitage Museum and the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood. And, of course, when night falls there’ll be the opportunity to witness a quintessential Russian ballet performance too.
With St Petersburg sure to take your breath away, some much-needed relaxation at sea follows en route to Norway for the final port of call, Oslo. Fascinating discoveries appear in every direction here, including the Vigeland and Ekeberg sculpture parks, the Munch Museum and the Akershus Fortress. The chance to come face-to-face with The Scream at the National Museum of Art, Architecture and Design is an awe-inspiring experience to cap off your adventure, before Balmoral begins her journey home.
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