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Northern Europe: Hamburg to Tallinn

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Following the routes of proud Hanseatic cogs to Baltic and Scandinavian ports steeped in tradition, this incredible cruise offers you the chance to visit seven countries in 14 days. From the distinctive architecture of Scandinavia to the fairytale romance of St. Petersburg and its golden cupolas, the Baltic Sea offers a range of unique and vastly differing impressions. On its journey, the Sea Cloud II windjammer calls at ports offering countless UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a fascinating insight into the scenic and cultural diversity of this region.
Bicycles are a part of everyday life in EuropeOld Town in Gdansk, PolandEnjoy the unique and colorful architecture of StockholmView the magnificent gardens at the Peterhof Palance in St. PetersburgSkagen's beautiful beach and lighthouse
Highlights
  • Explore the gorgeous and historic city of Skagen on a walking tour
  • Visit the marvelous Marienburg Castle in Gdansk, Poland
  • Experience colorful Stockholm and discover the Vasa Museum
  • Admire St. Petersburg with its 2,300 palaces, ornate buildings, & castles
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Activity Level: Relaxed
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
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Day 1: Hamburg, Germany | Embark

Hamburg has seen many ships in its time. Richly laden Hanseatic cogs, famous 19th century windjammers, and giant vessels have dropped anchor in its port. The beautiful banks of the Elbe form prominent cordons for ships sailing in or out of the port of Hamburg. Moving towards the mouth of the Elbe, they glide by the patrician villas on the Elbchaussee, the Treppenviertel in Blankenese, the Airbus site, and the picturesque banks of the Elbe with their green dykes and white beaches. You can catch charming harbor views of the little villages all along the banks of the Elbe.

Day 2: At Sea

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

Day 3: Skagen, Denmark

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  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Located at the northern-most tip of Denmark at the point where the Kattegat and Skagerrak meet, Skagen takes its name from the Norse word 'skaga' which translates roughly as 'to jut out'. Surrounded by long sandy beaches and two large wandering sand dunes, there is more to this pretty port with its photogenic warehouses on the harbor than just fishing. Drawn by the picturesque landscape and special light, artists and drop-outs founded an artists' colony here at the end of the 19th century, making the little fishing village famous overnight. Nowadays, the works of the Skagen painters are displayed in the Skagen museum.

Day 4: Copenhagen, Denmark

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  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
With its countless canals, lakes, and harbor basin, water is an essential part of this city. The Inderhavnen (inner harbor) runs through the royal capital of Denmark like a wide river before flowing into the Sound. Once the boundary between the western and eastern districts, the harbor quays have now become the heart of the city. Streets, alleyways, parks and squares all remain from the days when kings had them built. Each period of history has left its mark on the magnificent cityscape which includes several castles. In the midst of modern-day life, you can take a ride on a carousel in the Tivoli Gardens, follow the royal bodyguards with their bearskin hats as they march through the streets, or visit the city's famous magical landmark, the little mermaid in the harbor.

Day 5: At Sea

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

Day 6: Gdansk, Poland

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  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Together with the chic seaside resort of Sopot and the port of Gdynia, the old Hanseatic city of Gdansk has a young and confident vibe. With its eventful past, the queen of the Polish Baltic cities was already prosperous and respected in the Middle Ages and was a flourishing trading center for many years. Its reconstructed historic old town is a work of art in its own right with sky-scraping brick Gothic edifices and grand patricians' houses boasting magnificent façades and gables which betray Flemish, Dutch, and German influences. Everything is overshadowed by the imposing medieval church of St. Mary which is the world's largest brick church. In the golden Hanseatic era, the route formed by the famous Long Market and Long Street between the Golden Gate and the Vistula was the lifeline of this prosperous city, which continues to trade successfully in Baltic amber to this day.

Day 7: Klaipeda, Lithuania

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  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

Day 8: At Sea

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  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

Day 9: Stockholm, Sweden

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  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
On its Baltic side, Stockholm looks out to an archipelago of thousands of craggy islands while to the west lies the vast Lake Mälaren. The city itself spans 14 islands connected by more than 50 bridges. In the middle on the city island are the origins of Sweden's magnificent capital. Yellow-gold town houses, splendid Renaissance palaces dating back to the city's heyday, and the royal palace crowd the old town of Gamla Stan, a heritage site boasting a medieval network of narrow cobbled streets which lead down to the water's edge. With a third of its area occupied by water and another third by green spaces, this cultural city manages to be both modern and traditional. Here you can find Nordic design, fashion, art, modern architecture, boulevards, promenades, royal residences, seats of government, and no fewer than three UNESCO world heritage sites.

Day 10: Mariehamn, Ă…land

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  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
The Åland archipelago, an autonomous Swedish-speaking province in Finland with its own flag, is situated between Sweden and the Finnish mainland in the north of the Baltic Sea. Mariehamm, the only town in the Åland islands and capital of the archipelago, can be found on the main island of Fast Åland. It was named after Maria Alexandrovna, wife of Tsar Alexander II, who founded the town in 1861 when Finland and Åland were part of the Russian Empire. The second largest port in Finland was home to one of the last large fleets of windjammers. With its wonderful smooth red granite cliffs, the Nordic landscape on the approximately 6,500 unspoilt islands and skerries remains pristine and virtually uninhabited.

Day 11: At Sea

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  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

Day 12-13: St Petersburg, Russia

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  • 2 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinners
Morning sun follows sunset, night falls only briefly and then an entire city is wide awake. The 'white nights' cast a magic light over this magnificent city forged by the will of the Tsar. Built largely on posts in the ground by Peter the Great in 1703, Saint Petersburg - a 'capital from nothing' - offered the Russian Empire access to the Baltic Sea and the west between the 18th and 20th centuries. The extremely impressive entrance to the shining gold city on the Neva River demonstrates the full extent of St. Petersburg's power. Built predominantly in the neo-classical style, the Hermitage complex which includes the Winter Palace where the Tsars once lived, dates back to Catherine the Great. Now one of the world's most important art museums occupies more than 350 rooms. St. Isaac's Cathedral is the largest cathedral in Russia, while the Church of the Saviour is a playful work of art in the Russian Art Nouveau style. The wonders of this former tsarist capital with 2,300 palaces, ornate buildings and castles are all listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Day 14: Tallinn, Estonia | Disembark

  • 1 Breakfast
The Estonian capital of Tallinn lies on the Gulf of Finland some 50 miles south of Helsinki. Known as Reval during the Hanseatic era, it was the most important trading port on the Baltic Sea in the 15th century. Those walking through the old town find themselves transported back to the world of wealthy medieval townsfolk. Russian onion domes and medieval gabled houses restored to their former glory mark the border between east and west. The city's rich historic heritage, still guarded by lofty town walls, is under UNESCO protection. Today, Tallinn is a lively Scandinavian city with a very Hanseatic look, where the Middle Ages meet modern life. Disembark and return home individually.

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Rates are based on double occupancy. A limited number of cabins can be booked for individual use for an additional charge.
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  • 13 Breakfasts, 12 Lunches, 13 Dinners
  • 13 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
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  • Port Fees
  • Welcome and Farewell Cocktails   
  • Welcome champagne in the suite/stateroom
  • Daily fresh fruit basket in suite/stateroom
  • All coffee, tea specialties and soft drinks
  • Bottled water on the excursions
  • Fine wines from renowned winemakers
  • Open bar (except premium brands)
  • Beach barbecues in select destinations
  • Marina platform with use of water sports equipment such as snorkel gear, stand-up paddleboards, and towable tube (weather permitting)
  • Laundry service in suites
  • Curated moments
  • All meals including nightly 4-course menu and a 5-course gala dinner
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  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
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Our guide and driver were very good with their knowledge and were very helpful with our questions. It was a very pleasant visit that would have been impossible to do on our own. Hotels and restaurants were fantastic. The special places we got to go to, like the kitchens, were great. Enjoyed the entire trip!
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