Tallinn, Estonia

: Tallinn is unquestionably one of Europe's most magical capitals.
This ancient Hanseatic city is justifiably proud of its beautiful churches, solid limestone houses and well-preserved cobbled streets. The Toompea hill, with its medieval houses and alleyways, is the oldest part and at the foot of the hill substantial remains of the city wall can still be seen, surrounded by well-maintained parks. The medieval town hall is one of the best preserved in northern Europe, and the weathercock, Gamle Toomas, on top of the building symbolises Tallinn.
The ornate Alexander Nevskij Cathedral was built at the end of the 19th century when Estonia was part of Tsarist Russia. Kadriorg’s Castle was built by an earlier Tsar, Peter the Great, and now houses part of the Estonian Museum of Art. The “Peek into the Kitchen” tower has an exhibition of Tallinn’s military history.

TOUR E1 - TALLINN - CULTURE CAPITAL OF EUROPE M1111
Tallinn, Estonia, Estonia
For 2011, the European Commission has chosen Tallinn as European Capital of Culture. Started in 1985, the initiative has become one of the most prestigious and high profile cultural events in Europe. More than 40 cities have been designated European Capitals of Culture so far, from Stockholm to Genoa, Athens to Glasgow, and Krakow to Porto. A city is not chosen as a European Capital of Culture solely for what it is, but mainly for what exceptional plans it has for the coming year.

Please note that this tour will operate for cruise M1111 on 3rd June only.

TOUR B - OUT & ABOUT
Tallinn, Estonia, Estonia
Departing from the harbour, we travel through Tallinn’s cultural heart towards Toompea (Cathedral Hill). We shall stop at the foot of the medieval tower named Pikk (or Tall) Hermann, which stands guard over the National Parliament in this, Estonia's capital.

TOUR D - KADRIORG PALACE
Tallinn, Estonia, Estonia
After circling Tallinn’s medieval city wall, with its fairy tale turrets, we shall stop near the foot of the Kiek in de Kök Tower (Cannon Tower) for a panoramic view of the Upper Town, with its churches and towers.

TOUR F - HIGHLIGHTS OF TALLINN
Tallinn, Estonia, Estonia
We leave the harbour and drive through the cultural centre of Tallinn, viewing some of the highlights of Estonian architecture.

TOUR C - WILDLIFE TREASURES OF ESTONIA
Tallinn, Estonia, Estonia
Our wildlife adventure begins in the Viru Bog – an approximate three kilometre square area of peat bog, formed over a period of 10,000 years from decaying moss. We will walk along the boardwalk, built over the bog to provide a good view of this strange landscape of lichens and conifers.

TOUR E2 - TALLINN - CULTURE CAPITAL OF EUROPE L1108
Tallinn, Estonia, Estonia
The city of Tallinn is organizing the International Flower Festival for the third time. This year it is more special as it coincides with Tallinn being the Culture Capital and the themes of the festival are Estonian national patterns and coastal gardens.

THIS TOUR WILL ONLY OPERATE FOR CRUISE L1108 - DURING TALLINN'S YEAR AS CULTURE CAPITAL OF EUROPE

VISTAS - TALLINN ANTIQUES
Tallinn, Estonia, Estonia
THIS TOUR WILL OPERATE FOR CRUISE L1104, AND IS LINKED TO THE VISTAS THEME OF ANTIQUES

TOUR E4 - TALLINN - CULTURE CAPITAL OF EUROPE D1117
Tallinn, Estonia, Estonia
This tour, to coincide with Tallinn being European Capital of Culture, will only operate for cruise D1117.

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