Spend the summer exploring fascinating Baltic cities and opulent St Petersburg on board a luxurious ship.
Sail from Copenhagen to Gdansk where an overnight stay gives plenty of chance to discover the 1,000-year-old streets and the mix of Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture. Explore the thriving port city of Klaipeda in Lithuania with its magnificent 18th century buildings and admire the varied architectural styles of Riga, Latvia's lively capital city.
Enjoy three days in the cultural city of St Petersburg, home to famous sights including the impressive Hermitage and cascading fountains of Peterhof Palace. Discover Helsinki, a city with a fascinating mix of architecture then explore the Estonian capital of Tallinn, packed with towers, spires and winding cobbled streets before concluding this luxury Baltic cruise in Stockholm.
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A Baltic Summer Itinerary
Day 1 - Copenhagen (Denmark)
Embark ship in Copenhagen.
Day 2-3 - Gdansk (Poland)
Gdansk was once one of the wealthiest cities in the Hanseatic League. There is the option to journey to the breathtaking medieval Malbork Castle, kayak through Gdansk's Old Town or explore the Stutthof concentration camp. This evening there is an included AzAmazing event at the grand Polish Baltic Philharmonic concert hall with a performance by Polish concert pianist Rafal Lewandowski and violinist Natalia Walewska.
Day 4 - Klaipeda (Lithuania)
Klaipeda is a thriving port city and its Old Town has magnificent 18th-century buildings, while the beautiful Theatre Square is where you'll find the neoclassical Drama Theatre. Why not join the optional Lithuanian bread baking experience, hike through the dunes of the Nagliai Nature Reserve or visit a hidden Soviet bunker from the Cold War.
Day 5 - Riga (Latvia)
Located on the mouth of the River Daugava, Riga is Latvia's lively capital city. This historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and boasts an array of architectural styles. Perhaps explore the history of Latvia at an open-air museum, walk through the Kemeri National Park or enjoy a guided tour of Old Town Riga followed by a monumental pipe organ concert.
Day 6 - At sea
Enjoy the ship's facilities on a relaxing day at sea.
Day 7-9 - St Petersburg
Enjoy a three-day stay in the cultural city of St Petersburg, from where there is the opportunity to visit the Hermitage, one of the world's largest museums, Peterhof Palace with its lavish gardens and majestic fountains, and St Isaac's Cathedral. Optional excursions include a shopping trip followed by an authentic Russian tea service at glamorous Eliseevsky Restaurant, a tour of the Faberge Musuem, a trip to the grand Peterhof Palace or a high-speed train ride through the epic Russian countryside to Moscow.
Day 10 - Helsinki (Finland)
Helsinki blends traditional and modern architecture with the beauty of nature. The city is home to the famous Rock Church and Sibelius Monument. Perhaps take the optional trip to the medieval town of Porvoo, enjoy a frosty vodka in an ice bar or take a guided tour of the Helsinki Distilling Company.
Day 11 - Tallin (Estonia)
A very attractive Baltic capital city, that is renowned for its friendliness and the welcome it provides for visitors. Estonia is now a modern forward thinking country but with a great pride in its history. Tallinn has a well-preserved medieval quarter, impressive fortified city walls and it is a delight to visit the quaintly named Long Leg Street or Tall Hermann, a 14th-century watchtower. Optional excursions include a visit to a beer restaurant to sample some local brews, a chocolaterie workshop and a cycling tour of the city's highlights.
Day 12 - Stockholm (Sweden)
Disembark ship in Stockholm.
This itinerary is subject to change.