Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Arrive in Amsterdam and have an overview of the city’s canals and cafes before embarkation. (L,D)
Day 2: At Sea / Kiel Canal
Have a relaxing day to settle in to shipboard life as you sail along the German coast this morning and transit the 63-mile-long Kiel Canal. Opened in 1895, the Kiel Canal passes south of Denmark, connecting the North Sea and the Baltic Sea. One of the busiest canals in the world, with more than 50,000 ships transiting a year, its banks are surrounded by pastoral lowlands. (B,L,D)
Day 3: Lubeck, Germany
Your ship heads into the canals of Lübeck, the medieval capital of the Hanseatic League, and a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. Have a splendid introduction to the Hanseatic and Renaissance architecture of Lübeck during a boat ride along the canals. After lunch, have a different perspective, walking the lively streets on a guided tour of Old Town, with its superb examples of Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture. (B,L,D)
Day 4: Christianso & Bornholm Islands, Denmark
These small islands off southern Sweden have belonged to Denmark since 1522. Today land by Zodiac at the small island of Christiansø for a morning of reflection and photography. Wander through an artists’ village that occupies the site of an 18th-century castle. Continue to the verdant island of Bornholm, rich in natural history. Starting at the picturesque fishing village, head to the tip of the island to visit the ruins of an ancient fortress and castle, Denmark’s largest built around 1250. (B,L,D)
Day 5: Gdánsk, Poland
Dock at the historic Gdansk shipyards, where Poland’s Solidarity movement was born. Visit the moving Solidarity Monument and a museum detailing the fall of communism in Poland. Stroll around Gdansk’s Old Town, seeing the old red-brick merchant’s houses and 15th-century Artus Court. Then, by special arrangement, meet with former President of Poland and Nobel Peace Prize winner Lech Walesa. (B,L,D)
Day 6: Klaipeda, Lithuania
Arrive in Klaipeda, the primary port of Lithuania. The city that grew up following a serious fire in 1854 is a delightful assemblage of red-roofed 19th-century and restored older buildings. Visit the remains of Old Town and stroll through the sculpture garden. Then travel to the seaside town of Palanga, visiting the lavish 19th-century estate of former Polish prince Tishkevich, which now houses the celebrated Amber Museum. (B,L,D)
Day 7: Riga, Latvia
Riga is a beautiful Hanseatic city dating from 1201, with architectural gems in all styles and from all periods. The city is recognized as having the finest collection of art nouveau buildings in Europe. Explore the cobbled streets of Riga’s Old Town and the Great Guild Hall Square, venturing into 14th-century Riga Castle. (B,L,D)
Day 8: Tallinn, Estonia
Enclosed by walls and turrets, Tallinn’s Hanseatic Old Town is one of the Baltics’ best-preserved medieval cities. On a walking tour of this UNESCO World Heritage site, stroll past the bustling cafés and galleries of the Town Hall Square and visit the Church of St. Nicholas. From the top of Dome Hill, gaze at a skyline that bristles with pointed gables and spires. If you wish, have dinner ashore and explore the city by night. (B,L,D)
Day 9-10: St Petersburg
Founded by Peter the Great in 1703, St. Petersburg, Russia’s “window to the west,” is a city of grand buildings and monuments, canals, bridges and parks. Explore St. Petersburg’s imperial luxuries and artistic bounty. Visit the opulent summer palace of Catherine the First at Pushkin, gold-domed St. Isaac’s Cathedral, and the grandiose Peter and Paul Fortress, one of the oldest buildings in the city. A former political prison, some famous residents included Dostoevsky, Gorky, Trotsky and Peter’s own son, Alexy. And, visit the legendary Hermitage Museum, one of the world’s great museums set in the magnificent winter palace of Catherine the Great. One of the highlights is the collection of outstanding Impressionist paintings. (B,L,D)
Day 11: Exploring Coastal Finland
Today explore the granite islands along the coastline, looking for idyllic places to take a Zodiac cruise, launch kayaks, and go for a hike. (B,L,D)
Day 12: Stockholm, Sweden
National Geographic Explorer arrives in Stockholm, the “city that floats on water.” Your explorations begin with a guided stroll though the cobbled streets of Gamla Stan, Stockholm’s pastel-hued Old Town. Continue with a visit to the Vasa Museum, with its famed 17th-century warship — the prize of King Gustavus Adolkphus’s navy that sank in the harbor on its maiden voyage in 1628—and was raised virtually intact in 1961. (B,L,D)
Day 13: Visby, Gotland
Today explore the walled city of Visby, a former Viking trading post. The narrow, winding streets evoke the Middle Ages, and the numerous gardens ablaze with flowers have earned Visby the nickname “the city of ruins and roses.” Visit the botanical gardens and see fascinating Viking artifacts at the Fornsal Museum, with its superb exhibits covering eight thousand years of history. (B,L,D)
Day 14: Exploring Southern Sweden
Plans are kept flexible today so you can enjoy the best of summer in southern Sweden. Take leisurely walks, get acquainted with Swedish coastal culture, and photograph everyday life in centuries-old seaside villages. (B,L,D)
Day 15: Copenhagen, Denmark / Home
Disembark in Copenhagen and transfer to the airport for your return flight home. (B)
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This was my first experience with Adventure Life - and I couldn't have been more pleased with the trip. The guides and local staff in both Buenos Aires and Uruguay were terrific - extremely helpful and accommodating. I really enjoyed meeting the friendly staff in Buenos Aires in person (I left my bags with them for the afternoon).
Karen Snider
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The response from Adventure Life to my first inquiry was prompt and promising. I worked with Jamie Broeckel, Trip Planner, via text, email, and phone calls- always extremely responsive and thorough with information and explaining the process to arrange a private tour for me to Malaysia Borneo. Within about week, the booking was complete and I made decisions because of Jamie's great customer service , friendly manner, and overall competence on behalf of the company's travel expertise. Now I have an itinerary, additional Trip Planner Assistants, several links for vital information for traveling to Maylasia, etc. Still many details for Sept. trip, but now the heavy lifting is done and I can enjoy the rest of the anticipation and research!! Thanks Jamie- you are amazing!!!!
Susan Campo
3 days ago
The trip was not only memorable for the amount of animals we saw but also for the people and accommodations at the two camps where we stayed. Our first guide, BK, was a wealth of information about the animals, landscape and down to the plants and what they were used for. Everyday out was a learning experience with him. All the people at the camps were gracious and the food was excellent.
Our second camp in the Okavanga was just as good as the first as far as the staff, accommodations, food and animals. After our experience at the first camp we amazed that the high quality remained the same. Our guide, G, made sure we were able to enjoy every experience including a rush through the bush to witness a cheetah and an ensuing hunt that he heard over his radio.
In both camps there were enough guides out that if they saw something the other guides were informed which helped in seeing as much as possible. It was also nice that the concessions were large enough that we did not have vehicles following each other throughout the day.
Normally there is always something in a trip of this length that we think could be improved upon but this is the rare case where we cannot think of anything. From the time we left the States to when we returned it was one of the most hassle free vacations we took.
Perhaps emphasizing the use of the laundry facilities at the camps would be useful because of the luggage restrictions would be the only thing I can think of as an improvement to future clients.
Kenneth Dropek
4 days ago
Mary was so pleasant and professional. She made sure all of our questions were answered.
