Cruise the Baltic Sea, a part of Europe seldom seen by even the most storied travelers. From the fascinating archaeological sites to the enchanting cultures that you will encounter along the way, a cruise through the Baltic Sea is a relaxing way to experience northern Europe. Our featured cruises explore a number of countries, so if there are certain destinations on your bucket list, just let our travel planners know and we'll make sure your cruise visits them. Itineraries that cruise the basin might visit Germany, Poland, Belgium, United Kingdom, Estonia, Lithuania, and even Russia. Consider a cruise that plunges into the frigid north, with stops in Denmark, Svalbard, Sweden, Iceland, Greenland, and even a few that traverse the entire Arctic Circle all the way to Newfoundland.

10 Best Small Ship Cruises of the Baltic Sea

Striking skyline of old town Tallinn, Estonia

Historic Cities of the Baltic Sea

9 Days from $6,720

From Copenhagen, board Le Dumont-d’Urville for a spectacular 9-day cruise, including 3 exceptional days in the former capital of the Tsars that will allow you to discover all the stunning beauty of this unique city. Visit Helsinki, Visby, Stockholm and more!

Enjoy the unique and colorful architecture of Stockholm

Historic Cities of the Baltic Sea

Stockholm to Copenhagen
9 Days from $6,080

Board Le Jacques Cartier in Stockholm for this historical 9-day Baltic Sea adventure. Discover St Petersburg and other cities steeped in history and culture as well as four UNESCO Heritage Sites before disembarking in Copenhagen.

Soft light glows over the canals of Copenhagen

Historic Cities of the Baltic Sea

Copenhagen to Stockholm
9 Days from $5,440

Board Le Jacques Cartier for a 9-day cruise to discover the historic cities of the Baltic Sea. Embark from beautiful Copenhagen, marvel at baroque architecture in St. Petersburg, wander beautifully preserved Tallinn and Visby, explore Helsinki, and then disembark in Stockholm.

Historic Cities of the Baltic Sea

Copenhagen to Stockholm
10 Days from $6,480

Board Le Dumont-de'Urville for a 10-day cruise to discover the historic cities of the Baltic Sea. Embark from beautiful Copenhagen, marvel at baroque architecture in St. Petersburg, wander beautifully preserved Tallinn and Visby, explore Helsinki, and then disembark in Stockholm.

The towering cathedral of Gdansk, Poland

Northern Europe - from Hamburg to Helsinki

Hamburg to Helsinki
15 Days from $10,585

Board the Sea Cloud II cruise ship for a unique 15-day Northern Europe cruise where you will be able to hop from city to city sailing from Hamburg to Helsinki.

History, Art & Architecture along the North Sea

8 Days from $4,910

Board the luxurious Le Dumont-d'Urville for an unforgettable 8-day cruise of the North Sea, departing from Copenhagen and visiting Harlingen, Amsterdam, Antwerp, and Ostend before arriving finally in Honfleur. As you pass through Denmark, Belgium, the Netherlands, and France, you will have opportunities to explore ancient cities and museums!

Brightly colored houses decorate the pier.

Ocean Voyage: Alesund - Copenhagen

3 Days from $1,020

The perfect trip for lovers, dreamers, and keen observers of endless horizons, join this non-stop journey and enjoy the comfort of your ship for an extended period.

From Berlin to Copenhagen: The Baltic Sea and the Oder and Havel Rivers

8 Days from $2,890

Board the MS Mona Lisa for an 8-day cruise along the Oder and Havel Rivers and crossing the Baltic Sea. Departing from Berlin to Copenhagen, uncover the history, culture and traditions of Germany, Poland and Denmark. Along the way, witness the historic beauty of these countries as you explore museums and storybook streetscapes.

From Copenhagen to Berlin: The Baltic Sea and the Oder and Havel Rivers

8 Days from $2,890

The culture and history of the Baltic states come alive on this 8-day cruise aboard the MS Mona Lisa. You'll visit the cultural gems of Germany, Poland, Denmark, and Sweden, like Copenhagen's legendary Gefion Fountain and the charming medieval town of Stralsund or the welcoming university town of Greifswald, among other top cultural destinations.

The Baltic Sea and the Oder and Havel Rivers

8 Days from $2,954

Visit colorful towns and villages across the unique Baltic region on this 7-day voyage aboard the MS Victor Hugo. Denmark, Sweden, Germany, and Poland are home to distinct cultures and traditions that you will witness and learn about as you explore sites like the town of Stralsund, Rugen island, and historic Szczecin.

Baltic Sea Travel Deals

Trip Name	Save	From	Days	Next Departure	Summary
Franz Josef Land: Longyearbyen - Longyearbyen	15%	$9995	14	Jul 20, 2020	Join the Sea Spirit on an authentic Arctic adventure. Discover Longyearbyen, capital of the Norwegian territory of Svalbard and starting point of …
Arctic Saga: Exploring Spitsbergen via the Faroes and Jan Mayen	20%	$4995	14	Apr 30, 2020	This 14-day cruise on Ocean Adventurer sails across the North Atlantic to explore the awe-inspiring and unspoiled destinations of Fair Isle, the …
Jewels of the Russian Arctic: Franz Josef Land and Novaya Zemlya	$1995	$9995	16	Jul 9, 2020	Explore the Russian Arctic on this 16-day itinerary aboard Ocean Adventurer. From the mountains of Novaya Zemlya to the wildlife sanctuary of Franz …
High Arctic Odyssey: Remote Russian Archipelagos	$1995	$15495	22	Jul 22, 2020	This 22-day itinerary aboard Ocean Adventurer lets you explore the Russian High Arctic and discover the breathtaking rarely-visited ice-draped …
East Greenland	15%	$5995	11	Sep 6, 2019	Join the Sea Spirit on this incredible Greenland cruise and experience the amazing connection between culture and nature. Go on adventures among …
Crossing the Arctic Circle, Jan Mayen & Spitsbergen	15%	$4795	12	May 21, 2020	Join the Sea Spirit on a fantastic 12-day expedition cruise from Scotland to Jan Mayen, and Spitsbergen. Explore some of the Arctic's most magical …
Cruise along the Rhine from Strasbourg to Antwerp	Savings	$2051	10	Mar 29, 2020	Enjoy a romantic 10-day cruise along the Rhine from Strasbourg to Antwerp boarding the amazing MS Leonard De Vinci. Navigate on one of the largest …
Springtime in Holland and the Romantic Rhine Valley	Savings	$3172	11	Apr 15, 2020	Explore Holland and sail along the majestic Rhine River boarding the MS Leonard De Vinci on an 11-day cruise. Visit Antwerp, Rotterdam, Amsterdam and …

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Highlights of the Baltic Sea
The Baltic Sea is a charming part of northern Europe and offers a window into unique cultures, customs, and traditions. Our Baltic tours visit a variety of destinations, including Poland, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany. Some even visit the Scandinavian region like Sweden, Finland and Norway. No matter where your tour takes you, you can count on experiencing some of the following highlights:

Making decadent Belgian chocolates in the old-fashioned buildings of the cobbled stone streets in Bruges
Touring the centuries-old capital cities of Europe, like Copenhagen, Stockholm, Helsinki and St. Petersberg
Sailing through the land of the Vikings whose Nordic culture evolved into one of the world's most advanced socities.
Biking across landscapes that seem to be straight out of a storybook
Cruising through medieval Stralsund, a Hanseatic German town dating back to the 1100s
Visit the castles and fortresses that dominate the landscape of the Northern Europe.