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

Circumnavigating the Baltic Sea

Copenhagen to Stockholm
15 Days from $17,480

With the docent-quality guidance from your expedition leaders, experience and learn about the Baltic countries' history while traveling in comfort & style on this 15-day voyage on the National Geographic Explorer. You'll visit Denmark, Poland, Latvia, Lithuania, Sweden, Russia, Finland, and Estonia, united by the Baltic Sea.

Striking skyline of old town Tallinn, Estonia

Historic Cities of the Baltic Sea

Copenhagen-Stockholm
9 Days from $7,060

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 $7,050

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 $7,050

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
8 Days from $6,150

Discover beautiful historic cities of the Baltic Sea including fascinating Saint Petersburg on this 8-day luxury cruise aboard Le Champlain.

Historic Cities of the Baltic Sea

Copenhagen to Stockholm
10 Days from $6,710

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.

A World Affairs Cruise in the Baltic

Stockholm-Copenhagen
9 Days from $7,750

Featuring lectures and discussions with former Supreme Allied Commander of NATO Admiral James Stavridis, former Ambassador to Russia and current President of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace William Burns and journalist and author Robin Wright.

Jewels of the Baltic Sea

St. Petersburg to Stockholm
12 Days from $10,840

Board Le Dumont-d'Urville for a 12-day cruise exploring natural sites and cities steeped in history of the Baltic Sea. Enjoy the former capital of the tsars, in Saint Petersburg and the architectural gems in the Baroque style, and end your cruise in Gdansk, famous for its amber stone and shipyards, before arriving in Stockholm.

Baltic Sea, Scotland and Iceland

Saint Petersburg to Reykjavík
11 Days from $7,710

Explore the natural sites and cities steeped in history of the Baltics during this 11-day cruise aboard Le Champlain, between the Baltic Sea and the shores of Iceland.

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

Copenhagen to Berlin
8 Days from $2,954

The culture and history of the Baltic states come alive on this 8-day cruise aboard 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.

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 …
Iceland and Natural Wonders of Greenland 2021	$3470	$3995	12	Aug 7, 2021	From majestic glaciers and icebergs floating in deep-blue water to the island’s unique indigenous wildlife, the natural wonders of Greenland are …
Russian High Arctic	15%	$9595	13	Aug 14, 2021	Rarely visited today yet significant in the history of polar exploration, Franz Josef Land is worthy of its legendary reputation. This 13-day cruise …
Arctic Sights and Northern Lights	15%	$6295	11	Sep 6, 2020	Join the Sea Spirit on this incredible Arctic Sights and Northern Lights and experience the amazing connection between culture and nature. Go on …
North Atlantic Saga: Scotland, the Faroe Islands, and Iceland	15%	$3995	11	Jun 24, 2021	On this 11-day expedition aboard the Ocean Endeavour, cruise from the craggy coastline of Scotland, past the staggering cliffs of the Faroe Islands …
Crossing the Arctic Circle, Jan Mayen & Spitsbergen	$2539	$4895	12	May 22, 2021	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 …
Portraits of Eastern Europe	10%	$8499	19	Aug 10, 2020	Enjoy a 19 day river cruise discovering the hidden beauty of Eastern Europe with the S.S. Beatrice. It is an in-depth journey offering fresh new …
Ultimate European Journey	10%	$10999	25	Jul 26, 2020	Explore the ultimate Europe within 25 days across Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Germany, Hungary, Romania, Serbia and the Netherlands.

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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.