10 Best Cruises of the Baltic Sea for 2022-2023

Stockholm - Copenhagen
8 Days from $5,260

Indulge in a nine-day luxury Baltic Sea cruise onboard the Le Champlain, with stops in St. Petersburg, Tallinn, and Helsinki on the itinerary that begins from Stockholm and arrives in Copenhagen. See historical sites such as palaces, gardens, canals, and cathedrals while learning about the area's fascinating past.

Lofoten Islands & Norwegian Fjords

Tromso to Copenhagen
13 Days from $13,495

From Tromso to Copenhagen, this epic 13-day cruise aboard Scenic Eclipse explores the Lofoten Islands and Norwegian fjords, where you will see incredible wildlife and breathtaking landscapes.

Viking Homelands

Stockholm - Bergen
15 Days from $6,799

Embark Viking Cruises in Stockholm, Sweden, and make your way toward Bergen, Norway on this 15-day cruise. Visit Helsinki, St. Petersburg, Tallin, Visby and cruise the Baltic sea to Gdańsk, Berlin, and Copenhagen. Witness breathtaking scenery as you glide through majestic Norwegian fjords in the legendary homeland of the Vikings.

Paddlers in the Nyhavn district of Copenhagen

Historic Cities of the Baltic Sea

Stockholm - Copenhagen
9 Days from $7,810

On your 9-day luxury trip onboard Le Champlain from Stockholm, Sweden to Copenhagen, Denmark, discover the Baltic Sea's most stunning historic cities, including captivating Saint Petersburg, Tallinn, and Helsinki. Explore the region's rich history by visiting palaces, gardens, canals, and cathedrals.

Cruising the Historic Cities of the Baltic Sea - with Smithsonian Journeys

Stockholm - Copenhagen
9 Days from $8,090

Discover beautiful historic cities of the Baltic Sea including fascinating Tallin, and Helsinki on this 9-day luxury cruise aboard Le Champlain that departs from Copenhagen, Denmark towards Stockholm, Sweden. See impressive architecture like palaces, gardens, canals, churches, and more!

Jewels of the Russian Arctic: Franz Josef Land and Novaya Zemlya

16 Days from $11,995

Explore the Russian Arctic on this 16-day itinerary aboard Ocean Adventurer for an unforgettable expedition cruise of the Arctic. From the mountains of Novaya Zemlya to the wildlife sanctuary of Franz Josef Land, visit and explore these rarely visited landscapes that only a few have experienced.

The towering cathedral of Gdansk, Poland

Northern Europe - Hamburg to Helsinki

Hamburg to Helsinki
15 Days from $10,980

Board the Sea Cloud Spirit for a unique 15-day cruise of Northern Europe, exploring the rich history and cultures of port cities on the Baltic coast from Hamburg to Helsinki. Along the way, enjoy stops in Copenhagen, Gdansk, Lysekil, Mariehamn, Stockholm, Tallinn, and Visby.

Explore charming Scandinavian fishing villages

Southern Scandinavia

Dover to Dover
15 Days from $7,453

Archipelagos, dramatic fjords, and bustling seaside towns await you on this unique expedition cruise to a less-visited region of southern Scandinavia aboard MS Maud.

North Sea Voyage: Copenhagen to London

11 Days from $9,760

This 11-day National Geographic Explorer cruise explores medieval and Renaissance cities like Brugge, Antwerp, Brussels, and Lubeck. Learn about their history & culture, from Germany's storybook landscape to the charming Belgian chocolate factories. This trip will delight you with chances to participate in Baltic culture in very hands-on ways.

Introduction to Spitsbergen: Fjords, Glaciers and Wildlife of Svalbard

Helsinki to Helsinki
10 Days from $6,995

The polar expedition ship Ocean Adventurer hosts this 10-day cruise from Helsinki, Finland to Longyearbyen. Optimized for wildlife viewing, explorers will see whales, reindeer, walrus, Arctic foxes, and likely even the elusive polar bear, on a stunning backdrop of mountains and fjords. Kayaking, glacier trekking, and zodiac exploration highlight the trip.

8 Baltic Sea Cruise Deals for 2022-2023

Trip Name	Save	From	Days	Next Departure	Summary
Natural Wonders of Greenland - Tour 1	20%	$6950	12	Aug 12, 2022	This 12-day expedition voyage aboard MS Seaventure takes you from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq, through the Prince Christian Sound, visiting the old … 0
North Atlantic Saga: Scotland, the Faroe Islands, and Iceland	15%	$4395	11	Jun 24, 2023	On this 11-day expedition aboard the Ocean Endeavour, cruise from the craggy coastline of Scotland, past the staggering cliffs of the Faroe Islands … 0
Arctic Saga: Exploring Spitsbergen via the Faroes and Jan Mayen	Savings	$7995	14	May 15, 2023	This 14-day Arctic expedition aboard Ocean Adventurer cruises across the North Atlantic to explore the awe-inspiring and unspoiled destinations of … 0
Jewels of Europe	Savings	$6695	15	Sep 21, 2022	On this 15-day European river cruise along the Rhine, Main, and Danube rivers, meander past forested slopes, picturesque vineyards, and enchanting … 0
Southern Scandinavia	Savings	$7453	15	Jun 13, 2022	Archipelagos, dramatic fjords, and bustling seaside towns await you on this unique expedition cruise to a less-visited region of southern Scandinavia … 0
Northern Europe - Hamburg to Helsinki	Savings	$10980	15	Jun 17, 2022	Board the Sea Cloud Spirit for a unique 15-day cruise of Northern Europe, exploring the rich history and cultures of port cities on the Baltic coast … 0
Western Europe: Hamburg to Bilbao	Savings	$7845	11	Aug 22, 2022	The Sea Cloud Spirit hosts this relaxing 11-day cruise along the western coast of Europe, visiting Germany, France, Belgium and Spain. From the … 0
Western Europe Discovery with Scandinavia	Savings	$18625	21	Jun 8, 2023	Board the luxurious Scenic Eclipse on this 21-day journey from Lisbon to Copenhagen to discover an intriguing mix of landscapes, cultures, histories, … 0

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Baltic Sea Travel Guide

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.

Visit the remote Shetland Islands of Scotland

Enjoy the Islands of St. Kilda

Travelers will enjoy the wildlife and the beautiful landscape of Scotland’s St. Kilda islands. The islands are recognized as a World Heritage site and have natural wonders as well as historic cultures for travelers to discover.

Norway Family Travel

Norway is a great destination for families, and we even features some special deals designed with families in mind. Read more about how to plan your perfect family vacation to the enchanting land of Norway.

Early morning in Tasiilaq, East Greenland

Arctic Overview

The Arctic brings to mind scenes of ice, snow, and barren stretches of land. Though it is a remote part of the world, it offers travelers so much more than these things! Intriguing culture, remarkable wildlife, fascinating history, and breathtaking landscape are all experienced during a visit to the Arctic.

Cruise the Arctic Svalbard Islands

Svalbard is an archipelago situated in the Arctic waters just north of Norway. The rugged terrain is largely covered by icepack & glaciers, granting opportunities for unique adventure activities. Rare wildlife sightings, tastes of local culture, & taking in awe-inspiring views are just a few of the things to look forward to.

Best Baltic Sea Small Ship Cruise Lines for 2022-2023

Ponant - has ships that enable them to maintain maximum levels of passenger privacy and offer a 5-star personalized service onboard. Discover the most precious treasures of the Baltic Sea from London to Stockholm aboard the 184-guest Le Champlain.
Silversea Cruises - is a luxury cruise line with an iconic European lifestyle and a global network. In contrast to other businesses, they keep their cruise ships small. So your luxury Baltic sea cruise with Silver Moon can visit little, off-the-beaten-track locations that larger vessels cannot.
Hurtigruten - cruises are designed to showcase unique destinations' spectacular scenery and local culture. There are no Broadway-style shows or casinos, but Hurtigruten voyages enrich onboard activities, demonstrations, and presentations. Immerses guests in history and culture as it cruises to some of the most captivating destinations in the Baltic, from bustling Copenhagen and Helsinki aboard MS Maud.