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Explore the historic cities of the Baltic Sea on our collection of 21 urban exploration tours for 2026. 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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Spot the Minke whale
from $3,050
€100/$100
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South Spitsbergen - Bear Island - Norway

Longyearbyen - Tromso - 6 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Cruise Arctic fjords
  • Chance to see polar bears
  • Explore historic whaling station
  • See Aurora Borealis
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Longyearbyen / Tromso
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Variable
Set sail on a 6-day Arctic adventure aboard MV Plancius and discover South Spitsbergen, Bear Island, and Tromsø, spotting polar bears, whales, seabirds, and glaciers. Enjoy historic sites, fjord cruising, and the breathtaking Aurora Borealis.
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Famed Pulpit Rock in Norway
from $15,470
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Cruising the Norwegian Fjords – with Smithsonian Journeys

Bergen to Fredrikstad - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore Alesund Art Nouveau streets
  • Cruise Geiranger UNESCO fjord
  • Witness the Seven Sisters waterfall
  • Explore Olden's churches
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Bergen / Gothenburg
Activities
Village Visits
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Variable
Explore Norway’s iconic fjords from Bergen to Fredrikstad on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse. Explore Ålesund’s Art Nouveau, Geiranger’s UNESCO fjord, Olden’s glaciers, Lysefjorden’s cliffs, Stavanger’s Viking history, Arendal’s coast, and Gothenburg’s canals. Enjoy local culture, nature, and unforgettable views.
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View on the Waterfalls of the seven sisters at Geiranger Fjord in the morning light
from $11,030
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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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Variable
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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Peaceful homes on the shores of the Baltic Sea
from $29,990
Up to 30%
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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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Variable
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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Aerial view of the town of Visby
from $18,020
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From the North Sea to the Baltic

Bergen to Helsinki - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Enter Visby through medieval walls
  • Explore Tallinn medieval old town
  • Helsinki design district
  • Explore Stockholm archipelago city
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Bergen / Helsinki
Activities
Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise from Bergen through Norway’s dramatic fjords and Baltic capitals aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Sail Lysefjorden, explore Egersund and Kristiansand, cross the Baltic Sea, and discover Visby, Stockholm, Tallinn, and Helsinki with guided cultural and scenic experiences.
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A moment of stillness in Copenhagen
from $9,210
$1000 SBC
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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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Variable
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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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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Variable
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 $44,720
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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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Explore beautiful Stockholm, Sweden
from $11,150
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Islands and cities, from the North Sea to the Baltic

Fredrikstad to Helsinki - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Explore Fredrikstad old town
  • Canal cruise in Copenhagen district
  • Walk around Saaremaa’s castle
  • Enjoy UNESCO Visby walking tour
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Copenhagen / Helsinki
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Variable
Embark on an 11-day Islands and cities, from the North Sea to the Baltic cruise aboard Le Champlain. Embark from Fredrikstad and journey through Denmark, Poland, Sweden, Estonia, and Finland. Discover medieval towns, Hanseatic architecture, and island landscapes aboard an expedition ship offering guided tours, cultural immersion, and nature experiences.
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Helsinki Cathedral illuminated at dusk overlooking Senate Square
from $13,000
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The Gulf of Bothnia, at the Gateway to the Arctic

Kemi - Helsinki - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Join Kemi's snow castle exploration
  • Enjoy the Santa Claus Village
  • Stroll at Oulu riverside market
  • See Helsinki's neoclassical center
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Paris / Helsinki
Activities
Fishing
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Variable
Embark on a 9-day Gulf of Bothnia, at the Gateway to the Arctic cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Explore Finnish Lapland from Kemi and Oulu, cross into Swedish Lapland at Lulea, and visit UNESCO-listed Rauma. Experience reindeer sleds, husky rides, snow castles, and ice fishing.
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Colorful sunset over Tallinn, Estonia
from $20,420
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Gautier Capucon's Baltic Symphony at Sea

Helsinki Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Explore Gamla Stan streets
  • Enter Visby through medieval walls
  • Discover Gdansk Long Market
  • Visit Riga old town with cathedrals
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Helsinki / Helsinki
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Variable
Sail the Baltic Sea on a 10-day cruise from Helsinki aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Explore Stockholm, Visby, Gdansk, Riga, and Tallinn, combining historic cities, UNESCO sites, and expert-led enrichment with advanced expedition cruising.
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Midnight sun over Lofoten
from $14,700
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Nordic Sea Treasures

Brest to Tromso - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • Visit UNESCO-listed Bryggen
  • Lean about Stavanger history
  • Visit Trondheim Nidaros Cathedral
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Brest / Paris
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Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard Le Champlain from Brest to Tromso. Explore Ostend, Rotterdam, Stavanger, Bergen, Alesund, Trondheim, Lofoten Islands, and cross the Arctic Circle. Discover Viking heritage, fjords, UNESCO towns, and Arctic landscapes with guided shore experiences.
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Night scenery of Stockholm, Sweden
from $20,060
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The Gulf of Bothnia, at the Gateway to the Arctic

Helsinki to Kemi - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Visit Stockholm Gamla Stan streets
  • Explore Rauma UNESCO town
  • Visit Kemi's snow castle
  • Discover Oulu riverside markets
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Helsinki / Paris
Activities
Urban Exploration, Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Board Le Commandant Charcot in Helsinki for a 9-day Arctic and Baltic cruise. Explore Stockholm’s Gamla Stan, Rauma’s UNESCO wooden town, Lulea’s church-town, Oulu’s riverside markets, and Kemi’s snow castle. Participate in Arctic excursions, sled rides, and onboard lectures, combining cultural discovery with polar-class exploration.
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London's famous Tower Bridge
from $33,790
Up to 30%
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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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Variable
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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Whale Watching
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Variable
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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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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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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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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Variable
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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Scattered houses of Tromso
from $5,999
Air Credit
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Vikings and Vistas

London to Tromso - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Visit Aberdeen Maritime Museum
  • Ride Mount Floyen funicular
  • Explore Bryggen Wharf district
  • Explore Alesund’s Art Nouveau
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London / Tromso
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 11-day cruise from London under Tower Bridge to the fjords of Norway aboard World Navigator. Visit Aberdeen, Stavanger, Bergen, and more. Hike dramatic landscapes, tour Viking sites, explore local culture, and enjoy panoramic views. Conclude your journey in Tromso after discovering iconic and remote destinations.
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