Scandinavia and the Baltic Sea
Take advantage of a rare opportunity to explore six extraordinary Scandinavian and Baltic Sea countries on this culturally engaging itinerary. Cruise aboard the exclusively chartered, deluxe World Navigator and immerse yourself in ancient architecture, centuries-old history, storied landmarks, fascinating cities and breathtaking, romantic scenery. As you cruise the Baltic Sea, stop and explore Tallinn’s UNESCO World Heritage‑designated Old Town, virtually unchanged for 600 years. Discover Helsinki’s Sibelius Park, an artistic homage to Finland’s most famous composer, and the subterranean Temppeliaukio Church, hewn from bedrock. Tour Riga, brimming with 18th- and 19th-century Art Nouveau/Jugendstil architecture, and experience its solemn Jewish history. See the magnificent Neptune’s Fountain in Gdansk and the iconic shipyard where Solidarity was born. Marvel at Copenhagen’s iconic sites on a canal cruise and meander through historic Gothenburg. This program will feature lectures and commentary by Laura Liswood, co-founder and secretary general of the Council of Women World Leaders. Augment your program with the Stockholm Pre-Tour Extension and/or the Norway Post-Tour Extension.
Itinerary
Stockholm boasts a harmonious blend of medieval, Renaissance and modern architecture. See magnificent historic sites such as City Hall and the Gamla Stan (Old Town) on a walking tour. Visit the fascinating Vasa Museum, which displays the only 17th-century warship that has ever been salvaged — after spending 333 years at the bottom of Stockholm harbor! Includes accommodations for two nights at the deluxe Sheraton Hotel Stockholm.
In this culturally rich Norway experience, visit two UNESCO World Heritage sites, the Bryggen waterfront in historic Bergen, and Nærøyfjord, one of Norway’s breathtakingly beautiful fjords. Tour Oslo, stopping at Vigeland Sculpture Park and the Opera House. Traverse pristine fjord lands on one of the world’s most scenic train rides and relish a cruise along Sognefjord and Nærøyfjord. Walk in the footsteps of the country’s greatest composer, Edvard Grieg, at Troldhaugen, his historic home. Includes four-nights’ accommodation at centrally located hotels.
Cost and Details
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