Northern Europe flips the script from the Mediterranean’s old towns and cathedrals — here it’s raw nature and history of a different, quieter kind. This section covers our Baltic ports, from Tallinn’s medieval Old Town to a gelato shop that has no business being that good in Sweden, our four days chasing waterfalls, lava fields, and fermented shark across Iceland, and our sail through Norway’s fjords, where the scenery did most of the talking.
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A Return to Copenhagen
Our last port of call on this adventure was Copenhagen. We spent a few days here a number of years ago prior to leaving on our first transatlantic cruise. Between that and it being the end of a busy trip, we kept a low profile today. Most large ships dock at Oceankaj which has four…
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Kiel: The Sailing City
This morning we sailed down the Kiel Fjord from the Baltic Sea. Kiel is the capital of the German state of Schleswig-Holstein and has a significant maritime ship building industry. Located in what was the former West Germany near Denmark, it was largely destroyed in WWII and rebuilt in a much more modern urban style. …
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Glorious Gdańsk Poland
A full day private shore excursion of The Tri-Cities area including Sopot, Oliwa Cathedral and the Baltic gem of Gdańsk.
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Visby, Sweden: City of Roses and Ruins
A day in the port of Visby, city of roses and ruins. A walk through Almedalen Park, Botanical Gardens, St. Mary’s Cathedral, the Great Square and gelato.
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Stockholm: A Scandinavian Jewel
Port of call Stockholm: A full day exploring Gamla Stan including the Great Church, King’s Garden, Riddarburst House, Stortorget and Swedish meatballs.
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Helsinki: the City on the Sea
Helsinki Highlights and Finnish Food Tasting Tour. Sites include Sibelius Monument & Park, the “Rock” Church, Senate Square and lunch.