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Explore the historic cities of the Baltic Sea on our collection of 16 urban exploration tours for 2025. From the picturesque streets of Gudhjem to the ancient charm of Suomenlinna, and the well-preserved old town of Tallinn, each stop offers a unique glimpse into the region's rich history and culture. Marvel at the naval port of Karlskrona and immerse yourself in the captivating stories of Stockholm, Copenhagen, and other Hanseatic League cities. With activities ranging from village visits to small ship cruises, these tours are perfect for those seeking a relaxed yet enlightening journey through Scandinavia's urban gems. Join us on a trip that will transport you back in time and reveal the beauty of the Baltic Sea's historic cities. Contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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View on the Waterfalls of the seven sisters at Geiranger Fjord in the morning light
from $9,990
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Cruising the Norwegian Fjords – with Smithsonian Journeys

Bergen to Oslo - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore Bergen’s historic streets
  • Explore Gothenburg’s culture
  • Visit Olden’s Briksdal Glacier
  • Wander Arendal’s coastal landscapes
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Bergen / Oslo
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Sail through Norway on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse, exploring breathtaking fjords, historic cities, and cultural landmarks. Encounter towering cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and charming Nordic villages while experiencing the best of Scandinavian nature and culture.
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A view of Helsinki, the largest city in Finland.
from $29,990
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Baltic Splendor: Stockholm to Copenhagen

Stockholm - Copenhagen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II
  • Stroll Stockholm’s Gamla Stan
  • Wander Tallinn’s medieval streets
  • Discover Helsinki’s Design Museum
  • Explore Visby’s medieval walls
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Stockholm / Copenhagen
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Embark on a 12-day cruise from Stockholm to Copenhagen on Scenic Eclipse II, exploring vibrant cities like Tallinn, Helsinki, and Riga. Enjoy cultural experiences, picturesque villages, and scenic coastlines, with a mix of relaxation and engaging excursions.
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A view of Helsinki, the largest city in Finland.
from $63,430
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Ultimate Baltic & Nordic Marvels

Stockholm - Bergen - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II
  • Explore Stockholm’s royal landmarks
  • Wander Tallinn’s cobbled old town
  • Tour Bornholm’s beach towns
  • Visit Nyborg Castle
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Stockholm / Bergen
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Embark on a 22-day Scenic Eclipse II cruise through Scandinavia and Northern Europe, visiting cities like Stockholm, Oslo, and Copenhagen. Experience rich culture, stunning fjords, and charming coastal towns while enjoying daily excursions and regional cuisine.
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A moment of stillness in Copenhagen
from $9,780
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Cruising the Historic Cities of the Baltic Sea - with Smithsonian Journeys

Helsinki - Copenhagen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Explore Helsinki’s historic center
  • Visit Tallinn’s medieval center
  • Stroll Stockholm’s Gamla Stan
  • Experience Gdansk’s golden door
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Helsinki / Copenhagen
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Join this 8-day cruise aboard the Le Champlain featuring a special onboard talk by Nobel laureate Lech Walesa in Gdansk. Explore vibrant cities, historic landmarks, and stunning UNESCO sites from Helsinki to Copenhagen.
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Aerial view of Stockholm's old town surrounded by historic architecture
from $15,995
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Cruising Scandinavia and the Baltic Sea

Copenhagen to Helsinki - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore medieval Old Towns
  • Savor Baltic local cuisine
  • Vodka Tasting & Lahemaa Exploration
  • Experience immersive cultural tours
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Copenhagen / Helsinki
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Wine Tasting, Cooking Classes, Biking
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Embark on an 11-day luxury Baltic Sea cruise from Copenhagen to Helsinki aboard Le Laperouse, exploring six countries and their rich cultural heritage. Discover medieval towns, scenic islands, and local traditions on an unforgettable journey through Northern Europe.
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Old church in Visby, Gotland, Sweden
from $8,111
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Scandinavia and the Baltic Sea: Coasts, Islands and Archipelagos

Stockholm to Copenhagen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Visit Vasa Museum
  • Sail Sweden’s Stockholm Archipelago
  • Experience Baltic Sea locations
  • See seabirds at Karlso
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Stockholm / Copenhagen
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Local Market Visits
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Sail from Stockholm to Copenhagen on an 8-day Baltic Sea voyage aboard the National Geographic Endurance. Explore the Stockholm Archipelago, Aland Islands, Visby, Stora Karlso, and Bornholm, with expert-guided hikes, kayaking, and visits to UNESCO sites.
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Whale sighting in Polar waters!
from $17,080
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Total Solar Eclipse in The Far North

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore Spitsbergen
  • Visit Ny-Alesund
  • Discover Jan Mayen
  • Explore Ittoqqortoormiit
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Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
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Embark on a 14-day expedition from Longyearbyen to Reykjavik aboard the Le Lyrial, exploring glaciers, wildlife, and isolated Jan Mayen Island. Visit the Inuit community in Ittoqqortoormiit, traverse Scoresby Sound's fjords, and conclude in Iceland's legendary landscapes from Isafjordur to Westfjords.
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Paddlers in the Nyhavn district of Copenhagen
from $11,484
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Cruising the Historic Cities of the Baltic Sea – with Smithsonian Journeys

Helsinki - Copenhagen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore Helsinki's vibrant streets
  • Traverse Tallinn's UNESCO Old Town
  • Discover Visby's medieval allure
  • Uncover Gdansk's poignant history
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Helsinki / Copenhagen
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Embark on an 8-day cruise with Smithsonian Journeys, visiting the Baltic Sea's historic cities. Explore Helsinki's Art Nouveau, Tallinn's UNESCO Old Town, Stockholm's Gamla Stan, and Gdansk's Solidarity history. Discover Visby's medieval charm, and Lithuania's traditions in Klaipeda, and end with Copenhagen's royal legacy at Christiansborg Palace.
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A moment of stillness in Copenhagen
from $15,110
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The Baltic Sea in partnership with the Paris Opera Ballet

Fredrikstad - Copenhagen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Stroll Aalborg’s Viking-era streets
  • Sail Copenhagen’s colorful canals
  • Enjoy onboard ballet performances
  • Visit Kalmar medieval castle
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Karlskrona / Copenhagen
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Join an 11-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse, exploring the Baltic Sea's culture and history. Enjoy live performances and dance lessons with the Paris Opera Ballet. Visit Viking-era sites, UNESCO World Heritage locations, and charming towns like Fredrikstad, Aalborg, Helsingborg, Karlskrona, Kalmar, Visby, and Gudhjem, concluding in Copenhagen.
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A moment of stillness in Copenhagen
from $33,790
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London to Stockholm: A Journey through the Baltic

London - Stockholm - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II
  • Explore London’s heritage sites
  • Admire Bruges’ canals
  • Sail the Elbe River
  • Discover Hamburg’s landmarks
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London / Stockholm
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Experience a 13-day Baltic Sea cruise on the Scenic Eclipse II, starting in London and journeying through medieval towns and vibrant cities. Enjoy stunning coastlines, overnight stays for immersive exploration, and top-notch dining aboard the ship while discovering captivating destinations by sea.
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Walruses huddled together on the ice
from $16,995
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An Arctic Wildlife Expedition in Svalbard

Oslo Rountrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore Oslo’s cultural capital
  • Cruise wildlife-rich Monacobreen
  • Enjoy guided hikes
  • Spot rare Arctic seabirds
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Oslo / Longyearbyen
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Experience a 9-day luxury Arctic wildlife cruise from Oslo to Svalbard aboard Le Lyrial, with guided hikes and Zodiac rides through icy fjords and glacier-lined shores. Spot polar bears, whales, seals, and rare seabirds while exploring one of the world’s most remote and breathtaking destinations.
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Scenic summer panorama with the Old Town pier architecture in Bryggen - Hanseatic wharf in Bergen, Norway.
from $11,587
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Coastal Norwegian Voyage: Between Tromso and Edinburgh

Northbound - 11 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Cruise iconic Norwegian fjords
  • Explore colorful Bergen wharf
  • Spot whales and seabirds
  • See Viking and maritime heritag
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Edinburgh / Tromso
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Hiking
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Embark on an 11-day Norway cruise from Edinburgh to Tromso aboard the National Geographic Endurance. Discover fjords, Arctic landscapes, and remote coastal towns through expert-led hikes, kayaking, and Zodiac excursions.
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Grass-roofed houses of the Faroe Islands
from $11,587
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North Atlantic Wonders: Iceland, Scotland and the Faroes

Edinburgh to Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Explore Kirkwall’s cathedrals
  • Meet Eysturoy villagers
  • Explore Shetland’s Viking coast
  • See Faroe villages
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Edinburgh / Reykjavik
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Village Visits
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Variable
Embark on an 11-day North Atlantic cruise aboard the National Geographic Endurance. Start in Edinburgh, then explore ancient ruins in Orkney, Viking history in Shetland, turf-roofed villages in the Faroe Islands, and Iceland’s black-sand beaches and volcanic craters on a journey rich in culture, landscapes, and adventure.
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Grass-roofed houses of the Faroe Islands
from $10,770
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Wild lands of Scotland, the Faroe Islands and Iceland

Glasgow, Scotland - Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Tour Titanic Belfast
  • Witness seabird colonies on Suduroy
  • Discover Iceland’s fjord town Djupi
  • Visit Heimaey’s volcanic landscapes
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Glasgow / Reykjavik
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Discover the beauty of Europe’s wild west coast on this 12-day cruise from Glasgow to Reykjavik aboard the Le Laperouse. Journey through historic cities and picturesque landscapes, blending rich cultural experiences with natural scenery. Explore Belfast’s Titanic history, visit Lerwick, and witness the wildlife-rich cliffs of the Faroe Islands.
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Homes in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Norway
from $12,080
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From Scotland to Spitsbergen

Glasgow to Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Walk Glasgow's historic center
  • View Callanish standing stones
  • See Tromso Arctic Cathedral
  • Spot belugas near Spitsbergen
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Glasgow / Longyearbyen
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Urban Exploration, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Archaeological Site Visits
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Variable
Sail from Glasgow to Longyearbyen on a 14-day Arctic expedition aboard Le Lyrial. Explore the Scottish Isles, Viking-era ruins, Arctic fjords, and glacial landscapes. Visit Iona, Callanish, Mousa, Tromso, and Spitsbergen. Observe seabirds, seals, and whales while navigating Norway’s Trollfjorden and remote polar waters.
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Branno island in Gothenburg archipelago waterfront view,  Goteborg Municipality, Vastra Gotaland County, Sweden
from $8,111
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Norway, Sweden and Denmark: Nordic Flavors and Scenic Landscapes

Edinburgh to Copenhagen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Spot dolphins on River Spey
  • Kayak Sweden’s marine park
  • Taste fresh Nordic cuisine
  • Tour Zealand’s castles, villages
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Edinburgh / Copenhagen
Activities
Small Ship Sailing, Kayaking
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Variable
Discover Moray Firth in Scotland, Mandal in Norway, Kosterhavet National Park in Sweden, and North Zealand in Denmark on an 8-day Scandinavia cruise from Edinburgh to Copenhagen on National Geographic Endurance. Enjoy Nordic flavors, coastal scenery, kayaking, hiking, wildlife viewing, and cultural experiences across Scotland and Nordic countries.
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