St Petersburg & the Baltic
Baltic
Click here for information on St. Petersburg shore tours. Flagship golf package applies on this cruise. The ArtsClub theme is Dance - Ballroom.
| Date | Arrive | Depart | Destination |
| September 2011 | |||
| Tue 13 | Late PM | Southampton | |
| Thu 15 | Early AM | Early PM | Brunsbuttel |
| Sat 17 | Early AM | Late PM | Saaremaa Island |
| Sun 18 | Early AM | Late Night | Tallinn |
| Mon 19 | Early AM | Late PM | Helsinki |
| Tue 20 to Thu 22 | Early AM | Late PM | St Petersburg |
| Sat 24 | Early PM | Late Night | Copenhagen |
| Sun 25 | Early AM | Early PM | |
| Tue 27 | Early AM | Southampton | |
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Prices shown are per person, based on standard twin adult occupancy.
| Grade | Cabin | Availability | Prices From |
| OW | Owner's Suite | Limited | £5,879 |
| PS | Premier Suite | Good | £4,899 |
| JB | Single Balcony Suite | Limited | £4,319 |
| MS | Marquee Suite | Limited | £4,219 |
| J | Superior Single Cabin | Limited | £3,829 |
| SS | Superior Suite | Good | £3,589 |
| K | Single Outside Cabin | Good | £3,339 |
| L | Single Outside Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £3,219 |
| BJD | Balcony Adapted Junior Suite | Call for Latest Status | £3,179 |
| BJ | Balcony Junior Suite | Good | £3,179 |
| M | Single Inside Cabin | Good | £2,849 |
| BA | Superior Balcony Cabin | Good | £2,709 |
| BC | Balcony Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £2,629 |
| N | Inside Single Cabin | Good | £2,469 |
| A | Superior Outside Cabin | Good | £2,439 |
| BD | Superior Adapted Outside Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £2,259 |
| B | Superior Outside Cabin | Good | £2,259 |
| C | Superior Outside Cabin | Good | £2,199 |
| D | Outside Cabin | Good | £1,959 |
| E | Outside Cabin | Good | £1,889 |
| F | Outside Cabin | Good | £1,769 |
| G | Inside Cabin | Good | £1,709 |
| H | Inside Cabin | Good | £1,569 |
| I | Inside Cabin | Good | £1,469 |
- Wildlife Treasures of Estonia (Tour C)
- Tallinn, Estonia
TALLINN, 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.
- Highlights of Tallinn (Tour F)
- Tallinn, Estonia
- TALLINN, ESTONIA
We leave the harbour and drive through the cultural centre of Tallinn, viewing some of the highlights of Estonian architecture.
- Kadriorg Palace (Tour D)
- Tallinn, Estonia
- TALLINN, ESTONIA
After circling Tallinn’s medieval city wall, with its fairy tale turrets, we shall stop at the foot of the Kiek in de Kök Tower (Cannon Tower) for a panoramic view of the Upper Town, with its churches and towers.
- Out & About Tallinn (Tour B)
- Tallinn, Estonia
- TALLINN, 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.
- Helsinki City Tour (Tour A)
- Helsinki, Finland
HELSINKI, FINLAND
Helsinki is known both as ‘The Daughter of the Baltic’ and ‘The White City of the North’. Our tour commences with a drive through Embassy Park, along the coastal road, to Senate Square with its elegant Lutheran Cathedral (a brief photo stop is made).
- Highlights & Hvittrask (Tour E)
- Helsinki, Finland
HELSINKI, FINLAND
This tour combines the main sights of Helsinki with a visit to Hvitträsk – built by architects in the early 1900’s and now a lasting reminder of their work.
- Helsinki From Land & Sea (Tour F)
- Helsinki, Finland
HELSINKI, FINLAND
Our tour today combines a boat trip around the magnificent Helsinki archipelago, where we can enjoy the beauty of nature, pretty beaches and historical sights, with the highlights of Helsinki itself.
- In The Footsteps of Sibelius (Tour D)
- Helsinki, Finland
HELSINKI, FINLAND
Our tour begins as we leave the harbour, travelling on to the main street, Mannerheim Street, and passing Parliament House, the National Museum, Finlandia Hall and the Opera House.
- Helsinki By Boat (Tour C)
- Helsinki, Finland
- HELSINKI, FINLAND
At Market Square, we board a private sightseeing boat for a cruise of approximately 90 minutes. The tour will take us to the magnificent Helsinki archipelago where we can enjoy the beauty of nature, pretty beaches and historical sights only a few kilometres from the city centre – an experience to add to our overall impression of this lovely area.
- Porvoo & Helsinki Highlights (Tour B)
- Helsinki, Finland
- HELSINKI, FINLAND
Leaving the city we will follow the coastal road to Porvoo – the second oldest town in Finland, dating back to 1346.
- Catherine Palace (Tour G)
- St Petersburg, Russia
ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
This tour takes us to the Catherine Palace and Park.
- Spilled Blood Cathedral & Shopping (Tour K)
- St Petersburg, Russia
- ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
A short transfer will take us to the Cathedral of Resurrection on Spilled Blood – one of the most noted landmarks of St Petersburg. For many years this splendid Cathedral was closed to the public but opened again in the late 1990’s as a museum, after a 25 year renovation.
- Everyday St Petersburg (Tour S)
- St Petersburg, Russia
ST PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
Nothing can really adequately prepare us for what we may see and hear on this tour - it is best to bring along an open mind and heart, as well as a sense of curiosity.
- St Petersburg Souvenirs (Tour C)
- St Petersburg, Russia
- ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
This excursion gives us the opportunity to go ashore and enjoy some time to explore and indulge in a little retail therapy. Our coach will take us to a recommended store where a variety of items can be purchased.
- TOUR Q - WATERWAYS & SPILLED BLOOD CATHEDRAL
- St Petersburg, Russia
ST PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
St Petersburg boasts over 66 rivers and canals. Winding through the city, a boat tour gives a better understanding of the city’s character and beauty.
- Musical Evening at the Hermitage (Tour J)
- St Petersburg, Russia
- ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
This really is an unmissable tour – not least because it gives us the unique opportunity to enjoy one of the most well known museums in the world, away from the crowds.
- Novgorod - The Spirit of Ancient Russia (Tour R)
- St Petersburg, Russia
ST PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
Novgorod once competed with Moscow for domination of Old Russia and is now a stunning combination of old and new. Approximately 189 kilometres south east of St Petersburg, it lies on the highway between the two major cities and enjoys stable economic links with both. On our drive we will travel through scenic countryside, passing small villages and traditional Russian wooden houses punctuate the landscape.
- Peterhof & Hermitage (Tour B)
- St Petersburg, Russia
ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
A drive of approximately one-hour will transfer us to Peterhof – the town of palaces, fountains and parks – the most brilliant of all the summer residences of the Russian Tsars, located on the coast of the Gulf of Finland. Peterhof was conceived by Peter the Great to rival Versailles in splendour. Indeed, several hours could be spent enjoying the extravaganza of the dazzling fountain display.
- Palatial St Petersburg (Tour F)
- St Petersburg, Russia
- ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
The Catherine Palace ranks high on the list of the world’s most beautiful buildings. Rastrelli designed the lavish palace in 1752 for Empress Elizabeth, who named it Catherine Palace in honour of her mother, Catherine I, who originally owned the estate.
- St Petersburg Cathedrals (Tour I)
- St Petersburg, Russia
- ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
Our first visit on this tour will be to the Cathedral of Our Lady of Kazan. The Kazan Cathedral is centrally located on the Nevsky Prospekt and attracts the attention of visitors with its stately aspect, elegantly proportioned dome and impressive colonnades.
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- Palaces of the Romanovs (Tour N)
- St Petersburg, Russia
ST PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
This tour will give us an interesting insight into the Russian Tsars’ lives. We will see the most beautiful of the St Petersburg summer residences – Catherine Palace, and the most mysterious and unusual palace of Pavlovsk.
- Panoramic City Tour of St Petersburg (Tour A)
- St Petersburg, Russia
ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
A visit to St Petersburg is always a rewarding and unforgettable experience. By European standards it is a young city – in 2003, St Petersburg celebrated the 300th anniversary of its foundation – yet wherever we look there are reminders of an eventful history.
- TOUR E - AN EVENING AT THE BALLET
- St Petersburg, Russia
ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
This evening of ballet is an opportunity to experience an exciting performance at one of the leading centres of art. Dancers from one of the St Petersburg companies are invited to perform on stage for our special enjoyment.
- Peterhof (Tour H)
- St Petersburg, Russia
- ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
A drive of approximately one hour will transfer us to Peterhof – the town of palaces, fountains and parks and the most brilliant of all the summer residences of the Russian Tsars. It is located on the coast of the Gulf of Finland. Peterhof was conceived by Peter the Great to rival Versailles in splendour. Indeed several hours could be spent enjoying the extravaganza of the dazzling fountain display.
- Fountains of Peterhof (Tour L)
- St Petersburg, Russia
- ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
Peterhof was conceived by Peter the Great to rival Versailles in splendour. Nowadays the residence, with its parks and fountains, is included in the UNESCO list of the world’s most precious historical sights. Several hours could be spent enjoying the extravaganza of the dazzling fountain display.
- Rasputin & Yusupov Palace (Tour P)
- St Petersburg, Russia
ST PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
During our tour we will discover interesting facts about Rasputin’s life, and get a better understanding of the situation in Russia in the early 20th century.
- Hermitage (Tour D)
- St Petersburg, Russia
- ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
This is our opportunity to visit St Petersburg’s most famous museum, the Hermitage – Russia’s largest collection of art, with over 2.8 million works, and one of the most prestigious museums in the world.
- Royal Copenhagen (Tour B)
- Copenhagen, Denmark
- COPENHAGEN, DENMARK
Copenhagen, which was proclaimed as the national capital in 1417, has a long history as the ‘Royal’ city of Denmark. Our tour will take us to Rosenborg Castle and Christiansborg Palace.
- Copenhagen & Tivoli (Tour H)
- Copenhagen, Denmark
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK
This tour takes us through the sights of Copenhagen, to the world famous Tivoli Gardens.
- Copenhagen City & Harbour Tour (Tour D)
- Copenhagen, Denmark
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK
Enjoy a comprehensive look at ‘Wonderful, Wonderful Copenhagen’, as the song goes, by land and water.
- Skjoldenaesholm Tram Museum (Tour K)
- Copenhagen, Denmark
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK
Trams from the old tramway systems of Copenhagen, Odense and Aarhus, along with a number of foreign trams, run on two tramlines.
- Copenhagen City Tour (Tour A)
- Copenhagen, Denmark
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK
Copenhagen is one of the most historic cities in the Baltic region and on this introductory tour of the Danish Capital we will explore nearly 850 years of history.
- Louisiana Modern Art Museum (Tour J)
- Copenhagen, Denmark
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK
The art collection consists of many international artists’ works such as Arp, Francis Bacon, Calder, Dubuffet, Max Ernst, Sam Francis, Giacometti, Kiefer, Henry Moore, Picasso, Rauschenberg and Warhol. Furthermore there are changing exhibitions throughout the year.
- Copenhagen & Ice Bar (Tour I)
- Copenhagen, Denmark
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK
We shall step into an environment where the walls, bar, tables, and even our own personal glass with a vodka cocktail is made out of the purest ice.
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- Departs: 13 September 2011
- From: Southampton
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