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- Unfortunately, due to operational reasons we have had to cancel cruise BL024 and it's sectors. All passengers booked on these cruises will be contacted in writing.
- View our two exciting itineraries on cruises BL025 & BL026. Simply enter the cruise code into the Cruise ID box above to discover more.
Highlights Of The Baltic
Northern Europe Cruise
You enter the Kiel Canal at Brunsbüttel lock and after an overnight transit leave at Kiel- Holtenau.
| Date | Arr | Dep | Destination |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 2008 | |||
| Sat 23 | 07:30 | 17:00 | Southampton |
| Sun 24 | 21:00 | 21:00 | Brunsbuttel |
| Mon 25 | 06:00 | 06:00 | Holtenau Pilot Station |
| Tue 26 | 08:00 | 18:00 | Gdynia |
| Thu 28 | 07:00 | 16:00 | Tallinn |
| Fri 29 to Sat 30 | 07:30 | 18:00 | St Petersburg |
| Sun 31 | 08:00 | 17:00 | Helsinki |
| September 2008 | |||
| Tue 02 | 08:00 | 17:00 | Copenhagen |
| Thu 04 | 11:00 | 17:00 | Zeebrugge (for Bruges) |
| Fri 05 | 06:30 | 09:00 | Southampton |
Prices shown are per person, based on standard adult occupancy
| Grade | Cabin | Brochure Price | Prices From |
|---|---|---|---|
| PS | Premier Suite | £8,841 | £4,663 |
| MS | Marquee Suite | £7,591 | £4,007 |
| SS | Superior Suite | £6,761 | £3,571 |
| BS | Balcony Suite | £6,116 | £3,232 |
| DS | Deluxe Suite | £5,506 | £2,912 |
| JS | Junior Suite | £5,066 | £2,681 |
| A | Superior Outside | £4,406 | £2,335 |
| BC | Balcony cabin | £4,206 | £2,230 |
| B | Superior Outside | £4,071 | £2,159 |
| BD | Wheelchair Adapted | £4,071 | £2,159 |
| C | Superior Outside | £3,951 | £2,096 |
| D | Outside | £3,561 | £1,891 |
| F | Outside | £3,291 | £1,749 |
| G | Outside | £3,106 | £1,652 |
| H | Inside | £2,861 | £1,523 |
| I | Inside | £2,681 | £1,429 |
| J | Superior O/S Single | £6,981 | £3,686 |
| K | Outside Single | £6,541 | £3,455 |
| L | Outside Single | £5,931 | £3,135 |
| MO | Outside Single | £5,501 | £2,909 |
| N | Inside Single | £4,681 | £2,479 |
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In The Footsteps of Sibelius
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. At Sibelius Park we will take a short stroll to photograph the unique Sibelius Monument -
Helsinki By Boat
HELSINKI, FINLAND
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
HELSINKI, FINLAND
From the harbour we drive past Market Square, Uspenski Orthodox Cathedral and the Presidential Palace, after which we will make a brief photo stop at Senate Square. Leaving the city we will follow the coastal road to Porvoo – the second oldest town in Finland, dating back to 1346. -
Helsinki City Tour
HELSINKI, FINLAND
We travel onwards past the colourful open-air market and along the Esplanade shopping street (traffic permitting), where most of the designer shops are located. Our next sight will be the Olympic Stadium where the 1952 Olympic Games were held. -
Rocca Al Mare Open Air Museum
TALLINN, ESTONIA
We start with a drive through the cultural centre of Tallinn. We will catch a glimpse of the medieval city wall that encompasses the Old Town. Admiring the panorama of the Upper Town and modern residential areas, we make our way to the Open Air Museum of Rocca al Mare. -
Highlights of Tallinn
TALLINN, ESTONIA
We leave the harbour and drive through the cultural centre of Tallinn, viewing some of the highlights of Estonian architecture. Approaching the Old Town we will get fascinating views of the medieval city wall with its fairy tale turrets. -
Art & Architecture
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
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. -
Fishing Village of Dragor
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. We shall travel approximately 12 kilometres (7½ miles) to Dragør – one of Denmark's oldest and quaintest fishing villages. -
City & Harbour Tour
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK
We can enjoy the view as we travel on the narrow canals – passing the Christiansborg Palace and Nyhavn canal area – and into the open harbour, where we will pass the new Opera House and onwards to the Langelinie area where we may spot our own cruise ship! -
Royal Copenhagen
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK
We will board our coach for a memorable tour through the old city’s highlights to the landmark of Copenhagen – the statue of the Little Mermaid – where a short photo stop will be made. We then continue to Christiansborg Palace – until 1794 the home of the Danish Royal Family. -
Ypres in Flanders Fields
ZEEBRUGGE, BELGIUM
Our coach will take us first to Tyne Cot cemetery, approximately an hour and fifteen minutes from Zeebrugge, for a visit to the largest commonwealth cemetery in the world. The battlefields around Ypres are amongst the most renowned in the world. -
Romantic Bruges
ZEEBRUGGE, BELGIUM
Our tour will take us through the narrow and twisting cobbled streets, passing picturesque ancient buildings, tree-lined canals and gabled facades. We shall see the bustling marketplace, Belfry Tower, the Town Hall and the Chapel of the Holy Blood. -
Medieval Ghent
ANTWERP, BELGIUM
We will leave our ship for a drive of approximately 60 minutes, on a highway through typical Flemish countryside, to Ghent. Today it is the third largest city in Belgium, but once the biggest town in Western Europe due to the growth of the cloth trade. -
Grand Tour of Gdansk
GDYNIA, POLAND
Upon arrival in Gdansk Old Town, our guided walk will start near the Golden Gate – a grand ornamental arch that once allowed access through the medieval city’s defensive walls. -
Gdansk On Your Own
GDYNIA, POLAND
This tour is designed for those passengers who would prefer to explore the Old Town of Gdansk 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 -
Malbork Castle
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 -
Panoramic City Tour of St Petersburg
ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
Driving across the Neva River we shall see the Spit of Vasilievsky Island, flanked by the two Rostral Columns, once used as beacons to guide ships through the busy port. We can enjoy the magnificent view of the Neva River at its widest, and the Naval Museum -
Peterhof & Hermitage
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. -
St Petersburg Souvenirs
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
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. -
Palatial St Petersburg
ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
Entering the Palace we will ascend the grand staircase to the staterooms on the first floor. The white-on-white ornamentation is broken only by crimson curtains and blue oriental vases on the walls. The view of the interior before us, of a seemingly interminable succession of staterooms, gives the impression of a golden corridor. -
Catherine Palace
ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
During our visit to the Catherine Palace, we shall see the famous Amber Room. King Friedrich Wilhelm presented the original amber wall panels to Peter the Great in 1717. -
Peterhof
ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
After leaving the Grand Palace we shall enjoy a truly breathtaking view of the Grand Cascade, the chief delight of the grounds. The Grand Cascade comprises three waterfalls and a stunning avenue of 64 fountains and 37 gilded statues. -
St Petersburg Cathedrals
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
ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
To revive this exquisite tradition of the 18th century we are invited to visit the Hermitage during the evening, when it is closed to the majority of the public. Our guide will walk us through the numerous staterooms of the Winter Palace, and we shall see masterpieces from the collection of Western European art. -
Spilled Blood Cathedral & Shopping
ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
Following our visit to the Cathedral we will have some free time – an opportunity to perhaps do some shopping at the neighbouring flea market or in the main shopping area on Nevsky Prospekt. -
Fountains of Peterhof
ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
From the sea we can enjoy the majestic panorama unfolding before us, with the Grand Palace towering on a natural terrace 16 metres (52 feet) high. The Grand Cascade glistens with gilded sculptures and silvery water jets. -
St Petersburg Private Tours
ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA
If there is somewhere you have a burning desire to visit that is not to be found in this programme, why not book a private tour. Maybe you have wanted to see where Rasputin was murdered, at the Yusupov Palace?
Black Watch
Delightfully relaxed in mood and reassuringly human in scale, resplendent Black Watch offers you the best of all cruise worlds.
Featuring 67 cabins and suites with balconies to make cruising to every destination that much more special. Having undergone a refit in Spring 2007, her sophisticated décor looks fresher than ever, with many traditional cruising features.
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Cruise Details
- ID: BW862
- Departs: 23 August 2008
- From: Southampton
- Save up to: 47%
- Prices from £1,429
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