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Wonders Of The Baltic Cruise
Northern Europe Cruise
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| Date | Arr | Dep | Destination |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 2009 | |||
| Sat 04 | Early AM | Late PM | Liverpool, England |
| Tue 07 | Early AM | Late PM | Oslo, Norway |
| Wed 08 | Early AM | Early PM | Gothenburg, Sweden |
| Fri 10 | Early AM | Late PM | Helsinki, Finland |
| Sat 11 to Sun 12 | Early AM | Late PM | St. Petersburg, Russia |
| Tue 14 | Early AM | Early PM | Gdynia, Poland |
| Wed 15 | Early AM | Early PM | Copenhagen, Denmark |
| Sat 18 | Early AM | Liverpool, England | |
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Prices shown are per person, based on standard twin adult occupancy.
| Grade | Cabin | Availability | Prices From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2BO | LSAV O/S Two Berth | Call for Latest Status | £799 |
| A | Superior Outside | Call for Latest Status | £1,658 |
| B | Family Outside | Call for Latest Status | £1,566 |
| BD | Wheelchair Adapted | Call for Latest Status | £1,566 |
| C | Outside | Call for Latest Status | £1,446 |
| D | Outside | Call for Latest Status | £1,405 |
| E | Outside | Limited | £1,327 |
| F | Outside | Limited | £1,233 |
| G | Outside Two Berth | Call for Latest Status | £941 |
| H | Inside | Call for Latest Status | £1,141 |
| I | Inside | Call for Latest Status | £1,047 |
| IS | LSAV Inside Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £799 |
| J | Inside | Call for Latest Status | £941 |
| JS | Junior Suite | Limited | £1,936 |
| K | Outside Single | Limited | £1,712 |
| L | Inside Single | Call for Latest Status | £1,513 |
| M | Inside Single | Call for Latest Status | £1,419 |
| OS | LSAV Outside Cabin | Limited | £949 |
| OW | Owner's Suite | Call for Latest Status | £2,084 |
| SOS | LSAV Large O/S (A,B) | Call for Latest Status | £1,099 |
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Copenhagen City & Harbour Tour
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK
Enjoy a comprehensive look at ‘Wonderful, Wonderful Copenhagen’, as the song goes, by land and water. -
Royal Copenhagen (Tour B)
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK
Copenhagen, which was proclaimed as the national capital in 1417, has a long history as the ‘Royal’ city of Denmark. The location of the city, at the mouth of the Baltic and astride the trade routes between continental Europe and Scandinavia, made it the obvious choice for the Danish Monarchs, who once reigned over large parts of Sweden and Norway. -
Copenhagen City Tour
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.
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Tivoli Christmas Market (Tour GX)
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK
This special tour will take us to the Tivoli Gardens, where we find the magical Christmas Market.
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Copenhagen & Ice Bar
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK
We start our exploration of this fascinating and historic Baltic capital city with a visit to its most cherished landmark - the Little Mermaid, inspired by the fairy tale written by Hans Christian Andersen, sits on a rock in Copenhagen harbour and gazes longingly out to sea. -
Castles of North Zealand
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK
This tour takes us through the Danish countryside to Frederiksborg Castle in Hilleroed – a magnificent Renaissance castle now serving as the National Museum of History, containing the country's most important collection of portraits and historical paintings. -
Fishing Village of Dragor (Tour FX)
Copenhagen, Denmark
This scenic tour is ideal for those passengers who have been to Copenhagen before, as it takes us away from the city, to experience some of the more rural Danish charm.
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Grand Tour of Gdansk (Tour A)
GDYNIA, POLAND
Following a journey of approximately one-hour we arrive in GdaÅ„sk – a city which suffered greatly during World War II but now restored to its full splendour. The city’s 1,000 years of history have left a collection of buildings and monuments designed in Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque styles.
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Gdansk On Your Own (Tour B)
GDYNIA, POLAND
This tour is designed for those passengers who would like time to explore the Old Town of GdaÅ„sk independently. Departing from the pier in Gdynia, we will drive through the small town of Oliwa, passing the Abbot’s Palace and Gardens and the beautiful Oliwa Cathedral.
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Malbork Castle (Tour C)
GDYNIA, POLAND
Venture into the Polish countryside to see the Teutonic Knights’ Castle of Malbork, and explore its fascinating history. Journey time from Gdynia is approximately 90 minutes. We will drive through a colourful landscape, passing small villages where time seems to have stood still.
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Gdansk City of Solidarity (Tour D)
GDANSK, POLAND
This tour will not only give us the chance to see the city of Gdańsk, but also the Museum dedicated to the Solidarity movement founded there.
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City of Gothenburg
GOTHENBURG, SWEDEN
The Gothenburg that we know today was inaugurated as a town in 1621, after King Gustav II Adolf, tiring of Danish Raids, gave the order to build a strong fortress to secure Sweden’s only western port. Gothenburg grew rapidly into the trading and maritime city envisaged by the King, and during the 18th century, the East India Trading Company became Sweden’s first international trading company.
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Tjolöholm Manor
Continuing our coach journey, we shall travel 40 kilometres (25 miles) south of Gothenburg, where, on a peninsula, we find one of Sweden's largest attractions – the beautiful Tjolöholm manor house.
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West Coast Islands
GOTHENBURG, SWEDEN
Sweden’s west coast is the sunshine coast and has become the most popular holiday region in the country. The whole area is dotted with picturesque fishing villages, inlets and idyllic coastal resorts.
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Panoramic Gothenburg & Canal Cruise
GOTHENBURG, SWEDEN
We shall commence our tour with a panoramic drive through Gothenburg - starting with a magnificent view over the city and port from behind Masthuggs Church. We pass Götaplatsen, with the well known Poseidon Fountain, Museum of Fine Arts, Concert Hall and the Municipal Theatre.
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In The Footsteps of Sibelius (Tour D)
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.
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Helsinki By Boat (Tour C)
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
Leaving the city we will follow the coastal road to Porvoo – the second oldest town in Finland, dating back to 1346. -
Helsinki City Tour (Tour A)
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).
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Highlights & Hvittrask (Tour E)
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.
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Helsinki From Land & Sea (Tour F)
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.
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Helsinki, Porvoo & Horses (Family Friendly Tour)
HELSINKI, FINLAND
This tour includes some of the highlights of Helsinki, a visit to Porvoo and the Savijärvi Farm where refreshments are served at the family’s home. -
Flightseeing By Seaplane (Tour E)
OSLO, NORWAY
Oslo is one of the largest capitals in Europe in surface area, and on this airborne adventure we shall have the opportunity to take in sights including the fascinating Vigeland Sculpture Park, Akershus Fortress and of course the fjord, with our ship anchored just below this medieval castle.
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Norway National Day (Tour A)
OSLO, NORWAY
The Constitution of Norway was signed at Eidsvoll on May 17th 1814. The constitution declared Norway to be an independent nation, and this date is now a national holiday. -
Introduction to Oslo (Tour B)
OSLO, NORWAY
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Hadeland Glass & Oslo Highlights (Tour C)
OSLO, NORWAY
Hadeland Glassworks started production in 1762 and is wonderfully situated near Lake Randsfjord.Arriving at Hadeland we will have a guided tour of the factory, where we can see glass being hand blown. We may choose to purchase a beautiful piece as a souvenir.
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Visit to Drobak (Tour D)
OSLO, NORWAY
Continuing on to Drøbak, characterised by numerous timber buildings, which is a picturesque market town with narrow streets that have attracted visitors for generations; Drøbak is a summer hideaway for many Oslo residents. Santa Claus is also rumoured to have a home here, and he has his own post office
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Fjord Tour & City Sightseeing (Tour F)
OSLO, NORWAY
This tour gives us a unique chance to explore the secrets of the beautiful Oslofjord, onboard one of Oslo’s many sightseeing boats. We shall cruise for approximately one hour among the many small islands while we enjoy the sight of Oslo, its harbour and its surroundings.
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Rib Adventure (Tour H)
OSLO, NORWAY
After a safety briefing with our professional guide, we set out for our RIB adventure. We will be taken on an unforgettable expedition in a secure and rigid inflatable boat (RIB) into the lovely fjord landscape.
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Panoramic City Tour of St Petersburg (Tour A)
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.
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Peterhof & Hermitage (Tour B)
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.
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St Petersburg Souvenirs (Tour C)
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. -
Hermitage (Tour D)
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. -
An Evening at the Ballet
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 various companies are invited to perform on stage for our special enjoyment.
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Palatial St Petersburg (Tour F)
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. -
Catherine Palace (Tour G)
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. -
Peterhof (Tour H)
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. -
St Petersburg Cathedrals (Tour I)
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. -
Musical Evening at the Hermitage (Tour J)
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. -
Spilled Blood Cathedral & Shopping (Tour K)
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. -
Fountains of Peterhof (Tour L)
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. -
St Petersburg Private Tours
ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
St Petersburg is a city of never-ending possibilities for the visitor. There are enough palaces and museums to satiate any culture buff’s appetite! Monuments, cathedrals, memorials, parks – the list of attractions is seemingly infinite. -
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Palaces of the Romanovs (Tour N)
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.
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The Russian Museum (Tour O)
ST PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
This unique tour affords us an exceptional opportunity for an all round, detailed study of the development of artistic ideas and culture in Russia. We will visit the Russian Museum – a treasure house of world importance, where the wealth and variety of Russian art is superbly represented.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT ST PETERSBURG
ST PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
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Rasputin & Yusupov Palace (Tour P)
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.
Cruise Details
- ID: BP0915
- Themes:
- Departs: 4 July 2009
- From: Liverpool, England
- Prices from £799
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