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    Date Arrive Depart Destination
    June 2010
    Wed 30 Late PM Southampton
    July 2010
    Fri 02 Early PM Late PM Skagen
    Sun 04 Early AM Late PM Stockholm
    Mon 05 Early AM Early PM Sundsvall
    Tue 06 Early AM Late Night Lulea
    Wed 07 Early AM Late PM Kemi
    Fri 09 Early AM Late PM Helsinki
    Sat 10 to Sun 11 Early AM Late PM St Petersburg
    Tue 13 Early AM Early PM Gdynia
    Wed 14 Late Night Late Night Brunsbuttel
    Fri 16 Early AM Southampton
    • Anchor Port
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    • Skagen Sights (Tour A)
    • Skagen, Denmark
    • SKAGEN, DENMARK

      Throughout the generations, people from near and far have visited this popular place at the northernmost tip of Denmark, which has more hours of sunshine than anywhere else in the country.

    • Skagen Cycling Tour (Tour D)
    • Skagen, Denmark
    • SKAGEN, DENMARK

      This cycling tour is a good way to find out about the town, from our knowledgeable guide as we see the sights.

    Taste of Gotland
    • TOUR C - A TASTE OF SKAGEN
    • Skagen, Denmark
    • SKAGEN, DENMARK

      This tour will treat us to a truly sumptuous culinary experience.

    • Eagleworld & Rabjerg Mile (Tour B)
    • Skagen, Denmark
    • SKAGEN, DENMARK

      See the world’s largest eagles being fed, and watch them flying free high over the top of Denmark.

    • Waterways of Stockholm (Tour D)
    • Stockholm, Sweden
    • STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN

      Nature and careful planning have combined to make Stockholm one of the world’s most attractive capitals. Water plays an important part in city life, and no fewer than 50 bridges of every shape and size link Stockholm’s 14 islands.
    • Historic Stockholm & Sigtuna (Tour C)
    • Stockholm, Sweden
    • STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN

      From the pier, our tour commences with a drive up to Fjällgatan, for a splendid panoramic view of the city and the inner harbour. We then descend to cross to the island of Gamla Stan, where the enchanting, medieval Old Town is located.
    • Vikings & The Gold Room (Tour F)
    • Stockholm, Sweden
    • STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN

      What was life like in the Viking ages? Our visit to the Viking Exhibition at the Museum of National Antiquities will show us about their lives and travels.

    • Panoramic Stockholm (Tour B)
    • Stockholm, Sweden
    • STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN

      This tour covers the city districts of Södermalm, Gamla Stan, Norrmalm, Östermalm, and Djurgården – each having its own special character.

    • Stockholm City Tour (Tour A)
    • Stockholm, Sweden
    • STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN

      Our tour will begin with a short drive to Fjällgatan, for a splendid panoramic view of the city, before continuing through the city centre to the neighbouring island of Djurgården – regarded as Stockholm’s outdoor recreation centre.

    • Old Town & The Ice Bar (Tour E)
    • Stockholm, Sweden
    • STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN

      We leave the pier to begin our tour, which will let us experience the world’s first permanent ice bar.

    City Tour (Tour A)
    • City Tour (Tour A)
    • Sundsvall, Sweden
    • Sundsvall, Sweden

      The city of Sundsvall is situated in magnificent and varied landscape on the coast of the Baltic Sea, built between the South and North Mountain and stretches into the valley of Indalen.

    • Rooftop Walk (Tour B)
    • Sundsvall, Sweden
    • Sundsvall, Sweden

      This unique tour will show us Sundsvall from two different perspectives - not only from the ground but also from above.

    Arctic Circle
    • TOUR B - ARCTIC CIRCLE
    • Lulea, Sweden
    • Lulea, Sweden

       

      The Swedish port of Luleå, at the northern end of the Gulf of Bothnia, is the gateway to the mountains of Lapland and the tundra of its northern regions. This county is rich and colourful with a great variety of nature, changing seasons and cultural diversity.

    • World Heritage of Gammelstad (Tour A)
    • Lulea, Sweden
    • Lulea, Sweden

      We will visit the original site of the town of Luleå, some ten kilometres (six miles) west of its present location. It is now known as Gammelstad Church Town – a unique town on UNESCO’s World Heritage List – founded around the old church in the 17th century.

    Cities, History & Nature
    • Cities, History & Nature
    • Kemi, Finland
    • KEMI, FINLAND

      On this tour through beautiful Lapland we will visit three towns in two countries - Kemi and Tornio in Finland and Haparanda in Sweden. We will also get acquainted with two large rivers of great significance to the local way of life, both in the past and present. 

    • Secrets of the Arctic Circle (Tour B)
    • Kemi, Finland
    • KEMI, FINLAND

      Located in the Province of Lapland, almost at the northernmost point of the Gulf of Bothnia, Kemi is our gateway to Finnish Lapland and the Arctic Circle. For many, this opportunity provides a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

    • Ranua Wildlife Zoo (Tour D)
    • Kemi, Finland
    • KEMI, FINLAND

      This tour takes us to Ranua Wildlife Zoo, where we will have the opportunity to see Nordic and Arctic animal species in the most natural environment possible.

    • 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).

    • 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.
    • 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.

    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 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.

    • 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.
    • 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.

    • 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.

       

    • 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.
    • 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.

    • 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.

       

    • 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.
    • 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.

    • 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.
    • Catherine Palace (Tour G)
    • St Petersburg, Russia
    • ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA

      This tour takes us to the Catherine Palace and Park.

    • Grand Tour of Gdansk (Tour A)
    • Gdynia, Poland
    • 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.

    • Gdansk & Chopin's Music (Tour E)
    • Gdynia, Poland
    • GDYNIA, POLAND

      After a walking tour in Gdansk, we will travel back to Gdynia for the highlight of our day – a concert of Chopin’s music.

    • Gdansk City of Solidarity (Tour D)
    • Gdynia, Poland
    • 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.

    • Malbork Castle (Tour C)
    • Gdynia, Poland
    • 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.

    • Gdansk on your Own (Tour BX)
    • Gdynia, Poland
    • Gdynia, Poland

      This tour is designed for those passengers who would like time to explore the Old Town of Gdańsk independently.

      PLEASE NOTE THIS TOUR WILL NOT OPERATE FOR ALL CRUISES

    • Gdansk On Your Own (Tour B)
    • Gdynia, Poland
    • 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.

    • Grand Tour of Gdansk (Tour AX)
    • Gdynia, Poland
    • Gdynia, Poland

      Following a journey of just over one-hour we arrive in GdaÅ„sk – a city which suffered greatly during World War II but now restored to its full splendour.

      PLEASE NOTE THIS TOUR WILL NOT OPERATE FOR ALL CRUISES

    Black Watch

    Black Watch

    Relax and experience a cruise aboard the resplendent Black Watch

    Featuring a large number of cabins and suites with balconies, Black Watch can accommodate up to 804 passengers. Offering many traditional cruising features, its décor will undergo a major refurbishment of the public areas in December 2009; including a new casual dining area, which will replace the current Garden Cafe and become The Braemar Garden. New soft furnishings will also be added to the Neptune Lounge, Piper's Bar, Glentanar Restaurant and Observatory Lounge.

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