Fjords | Scandinavia & the Baltic
Get set for a special journey exploring the cultural highlights and exquisite waterways of Sweden. You’ll encounter a network of fjords, the beauty of which can only be truly appreciated while cruising, and discover two captivating cities by day and by night. You can also experience the splendour of Stockholm’s unique archipelago; call into the Hanseatic city of Visby; and have the chance to enjoy mesmeric architecture and canal boat tours.
Visby Gothenburg
Malmö
Stockholm Archipelago
Malmö makes for an invigorating start to your journey. Infused with a classically Swedish vibe, the city combines the past with the present; Malmö Castle and the historic Lilla Torg Square compete with the mighty Oresund Bridge and the Turning Torso – Scandinavia’s tallest building – for your attention. During your day in port you can discover them all. UNESCO-listed Visby is ripe for exploration too. This remarkably well-preserved fortified city was once an important hub of the Hanseatic League. You’ll feel as though you’ve stepped back in time as you uncover the medieval ruins, old merchants’ houses and 13th
century town walls.
Make sure you’re out on deck for the scenic route into the vibrant capital of Stockholm. You’ll pass through the awe-inspiring Stockholm Archipelago, one of the world’s largest groups of islands. Two days here afford plenty of time to explore. You could perhaps delve into iconic Swedish pop culture at ABBA The Museum; glide peacefully along the city’s impressive waterways aboard a sightseeing boat; or bear witness to the changing of the guard at the Royal Palace within the Old Town, Gamla Stan.
After a relaxing day at sea to recharge the batteries and some more captivating archipelago cruising, you’ll reach laidback Gothenburg. Among the wealth of attractions in and around Sweden’s second city are Maritiman – the world’s largest floating ship museum; Götaplatsen Square, the city’s cultural hub; and the Volvo Museum, where you’ll find 8,000 square metres of cars, buses, machines and engines. For something a little more energetic, enjoy a canal cruise aboard a ‘Paddan’ sightseeing boat or venture further afield and uncover the charms of Gothenburg’s northern archipelago. The prohibition of cars here makes it ideal for a relaxed sightseeing stroll.
Before you complete your journey, Balmoral will make a very special diversion to navigate a network of picturesque Swedish fjords, which present a tapestry of charming villages and sprawling hills for you to savour. The beauty of these wondrous waterways can only be truly appreciated during a cruise. Fortunately, several daylight hours have been set aside so you can experience the fjords in all their glory.
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