Itinerary

1. Day1

   Day 1

   Depart from toronto .

   
   
2. Day2

   Day 2

   Copenhagen Denmark. Pack some comfortable shoes for Copenhagen truly is a wonderful, wonderful, fairytale of a "walking city." Many pedestrian thoroughfares are lined with Renaissance palaces, picture-perfect parks historic merchant houses, and charming canals and waterways.

   The Grand Tour of Copenhagen is an extensive tour covering all the major sights of the Danish Capital. Your first stop will be at the most famous Copenhagen sight – The Little Mermaid, inspired by H. C. Andersen's fairytale. Then, an outside visit of the Amalienborg Palace – winter residence of the Royal Family is next one your tour. From the square in front of the Palace you can enjoy the view just across the harbor to the beautiful Royal Danish Opera house. Next, you’ll pass by some of the greatest sights like the colorful harbor district of Nyhavn on to The Old Stock Exchange, the Christiansborg Palace home to the Danish Parliament and the National Museum. Before heading to the airport you’ll pass by the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek and Tivoli Gardens, both founded by the owner of the Carlsberg Brewery, Carl Jacobsen. Note: This tour is only available for guests with flights after 3:00 pm. Guests are responsible for ensuring their debarkation tours are compatible with their flight departure times. Guests with international flights are suggested to be at the airport at least 2 hours before their flight departure time.

   Approximate Duration	Adult from	Child from
   4 hours	$99*	$49*

   
   
3. Day3

   Day 3

   Warnemunde(Berlin). Germany. Since its 1990 reunification, this capital city has become one of Europe's hottest destinations. Visit the fascinating palaces at Postdam or relax on a river cruise along the Spree River. Then stroll along the chic, tree-lined "Unter den Linden Strasse."

   Port: Berlin (Warnemuende), Germany This tour covers the top ten sights of the Hanseatic city of Rostock and is the best way to ensure you do not miss the highlights during your visit to Warnemunde (Rostock). Begin with an approximate 30-minute ride into the heart of the city, followed by a panoramic tour of the city by coach before you disembark and cover most of the sights on foot. Step back in time on a city walk through Mecklenburg, Vorpommern's largest city, passing by the University of Rostock, the oldest and largest university in continental northern Europe, a city gate which survived the ravages of time, the 'New Market' Square lined with six original carefully preserved, gable houses from the 15th and 16th centuries, the Town Hall and St. Mary's Church, an imposing brick Gothic church built in the 13th century with an amazing astrological clock. See the convent of the Holy Cross and the adjacent Medieval city wall. View the modern functional buildings (concrete slab structures) built during the 1960s and in contrast the little fishing village Warnemunde, acquired by Rostock's town council in 1323, before returning back to your ship. This tour is a compilation of the best sightseeing attractions Rostock has to offer!  

   Approximate Duration	Adult from	Child from
   3½ hours	$79*	$39

   
   
4. Day4

   Day 4

   At Sea

   
   
5. Day5

   Day 5

   Tallinn Estonia. Founded in 1154, Estonia's capital is one of the oldest cities on the Baltic Sea and remains largely unchanged. Explore Upper Town, offering excellent views of the ancient city wall. Lower Town offers the Great Guild, Holy Ghost Church and numerous medieval merchants' homes.

   Port: Tallinn, Estonia This full-day tour starts with a visit to the Song Festival Ground with a capacity of 300,000 spectators, where a short stop will provide you with an impression of the Song Festivals that are held on the grounds every five years and where up to 30,000 performers sing. Continue to Pirita, the beachside location of the yachting complex built for the 1980 Olympic Games where the 16th century ruins of St. Bridget’s Convent can also be seen. A short drive follows to Tallinn’s Upper Town, passing ancient walls and tower gateways. Disembark your coach at Tall Hermann Tower from where flies the national blue, black and white flag. Walk up Toompea Hill to Palace Square to view the Baroque Toompea Castle, now the residence of the Estonian Parliament, and to visit the Russian Orthodox Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, a dominating feature of Upper Town’s city skyline and home to numerous golden icons and mosaics. From here, you’ll walk along Tallinn’s medieval cobblestone streets to visit the Gothic dome church, known as St. Mary’s Cathedral. Proceed to the scenic viewpoint over the Lower Town rooftops, where there will be limited time for shopping in the small shops. Descend Short Leg Street to the Lower Town for an independent visit to the Town Hall Square and view the exterior of the Gothic Town Hall. Your lunch will be served at one of Tallinn’s typical Old Town restaurants accompanied by a concert of medieval music. Continue your walk along Catherine’s Passage, where shopping and browsing opportunities at the local craft workshops (including glass, leather, millinery and ceramic wares) await you. Return to the coach for the drive back to your ship. Note: Guests must be able to walk approximately two miles over uneven surfaces and cobblestone streets, plus several inclines with approximately 90 steps. Visitation to the interior of the dome church is not possible on Sundays due to regularly scheduled church services. Time permitting; guests will have approximately 30 minutes for shopping and browsing.

   Approximate Duration	Adult from	Child from
   6 hours	$119*	$59*

   
   
6. Day6

   Day 6

   St.Petersburg Russia. Built on a grand scale like the visions of its founder, Peter the Great, St. Petersburg has regained much of the sophistication it earned and then lost during its many transformations. The strong European influences of this once imperial capital are simply fascinating.

   Port: St. Petersburg, Russia Your journey starts with a transfer to Peterhof, also called Russian Versailles. Peterhof, the town of palaces, fountains and parks, was built by Peter the Great to rival Versailles. It lies ...  Your journey starts with a transfer to Peterhof, also called Russian Versailles. Peterhof, the town of palaces, fountains and parks, was built by Peter the Great to rival Versailles. It lies on the southern shore of the Gulf of Finland, 22 miles west of St. Petersburg. The Grand Palace, built in the beginning of the 18th century, is known as the most brilliant of all the summer residences of the Russian Tsars. The estate construction spanned two centuries and upon its completion, it encompassed seven parks and more than 20 smaller palaces and pavilions. The layout of the 300-acre park and spectacular fountains was designed by Peter himself. The Grand Cascade, often considered the chief delight of the grounds, consists of three waterfalls, an avenue of 64 fountains and 37 gilded statues. Samson, the main attraction of Peterhof, is located at the base of the Great Cascade. During World War II, the estate was occupied and all the buildings and fountains were completely demolished. For many years, the palace and the Grand Cascade were under extensive restoration. Now all guests of the city can enjoy the spectacular view of the fountains and the palace. After your tour of the Grand Palace, you’ll proceed to the magnificent gardens of the Low Park to admire the numerous fountains and statues of the Grand Cascade. As part of your Imperial tour experience, we have arranged a special hydrofoil boat transfer from Peterhof back to the city center, which will take you on a short 30-minute ride across the Gulf of Finland. After arriving back to town, you’ll be taken to the Spit of Vasilievsky Island, where you’ll enjoy views of the city including the Hermitage Museum and St. Peter and Paul Fortress, which you will tour next. Once inside the Peter and Paul Cathedral, you’ll be surrounded by marble columns, glittering chandeliers and painted decor, combined with carved and gilded iconostasis to create a magnificent setting for the tombs of Romanov monarchs. In July 1998, the remains of the last Russian Tsar Nicholas II and his family were also brought to the cathedral. The tour continues along the Neva embankment. Note: This tour is not recommended for persons with walking or climbing difficulties. There are long walking distances. The Grand Palace is not wheelchair accessible due to narrow staircases and no elevators. Visit to the inside of Peterhof Palace is approximately one hour, and although you might get a glimpse of the fountains, this tour is of the palace interior.

   Approximate Duration	Adult from	Child from
   9 hours	$239*	$159*

   
   
7. Day7

   Day 7

   St. Petersburg Russia

   Port: St. Petersburg, Russia  In the morning your tour takes you outside of the city to the historical town of Pushkin. The drive will take you through Moscow Prospect then on Kiev Highway to the Egyptian Gates, the entrance to the Tsar’s Village in Pushkin. Catherine’s Palace in the Tsar’s Village ranks as one of the masterpieces of world art. Peter the Great presented the estate to his wife Catherine in 1710 and the architect Braunstein built a small palace here. From this time until the time of the last Russian Tsar, Pushkin was used as the summer residence of the Royal Family. In 1756, Bartelomeo Rastrelli expanded the palace in Baroque style. Its grandiose, white and gold facade stretches 978 feet. During World War II, the palace was damaged severely, but since then it has been restored and stands now in its original glory. The palace tour takes you through the series of magnificent rooms, including the famous Picture Gallery, the Great Hall and the world-famous Amber Room. The parks of the estate add to the splendor of the palace, and several of them are embellished with a number of charming pavilions. The town of Pushkin is famous not only for its remarkable palace and parks, but the man it was named after - Alexander Pushkin, the most celebrated poet in the country and a resident of this town at the beginning of the 19th century. The lyceum, where he studied, is connected to the palace by an arch. After the tour you’ll continue to one of the dining venues for lunch after which, you’ll drive back to the city for a tour of the Hermitage Museum, the largest art museum in Russia and the most prestigious museum in the world. The Hermitage Museum occupies the Winter Palace, the winter residence of the Russian Tsars, and four more buildings. Note: This tour is not recommended for persons with walking or climbing difficulties. There are long walking distances through the gardens of Pushkin. Catherine’s Palace is not wheelchair accessible due to the steep staircase and no elevators. There is extensive walking between different parts of the Hermitage. Expect congestion and waiting at attractions.  

   Approximate Duration	Adult from	Child from
   8 hours	$229*	$159*

    
   
   
8. Day8

   Day 8

   Helsinki. Finland. Finland's capital is a blend of classical and modern architecture with Russian and Swedish influences. Shop Market Square where you'll find local handicrafts. Or visit Senate Square and Temppeliaukio Church, carved from solid granite.

   Port: Helsinki, Finland A drive along the coastal road takes you through woodlands and the lake country to Hvittrask, the former home of the famous Finnish architects Eliel Saarinen, Armas Lindgren and Herman ...  A drive along the coastal road takes you through woodlands and the lake country to Hvittrask, the former home of the famous Finnish architects Eliel Saarinen, Armas Lindgren and Herman Gesellius. Built in 1902, Hvittrask is famous for its architecture with buildings of natural stone and logs. Situated on a forested hill overlooking a lake, Hvittrask is now an exhibition center for Finnish arts and crafts. You’ll have time to explore the grounds and a guide will escort you through the magnificent home of Eliel Saarinen. Returning to the city you’ll pass by the Finlandia Hall and Parliament House. A brief stop will be made at the Senate Square from where you’ll see the Lutheran Cathedral, the University, and Senate buildings. Passing Uspenski Orthodox Cathedral and the Presidential Palace, it’s on to visit the unique Temppeliaukio Rock Church blasted into solid rock. At the end of the tour, you can get off in the downtown area to explore the city on your own or return by your bus to the cruise pier. Should you decide to remain in the city, you’ll be responsible for your own return to the cruise pier. Note: Order of tour may vary. Guides are not allowed to escort large groups through churches while service is in progress. In this instance the guide will describe the church from the outside. We cannot guarantee entry if services are being held. The Temppeliaukio Rock Church may be under renovations on selected dates, your inside visit may be substituted with an inside visit at the Main Lutheran Church at Senate Square. An outside view of the Temppeliaukio Rock Church will still be conducted.  

   Approximate Duration	Adult from	Child from
   4 hours	$79*	$49*

   
   
9. Day9

   Day 9

   Stockholm. Sweden. Laced by an ingenious network of waterways and bridges strung between a freshwater lake and the sea, Stockholm is easily seen on foot or by waterway cruise. Its gabled old townhouses peer over cobblestone streets, while its magnificent 17th-century palace sits watching over the harbor.

   Port: Stockholm (Nynashamn), Sweden After your transfer into town you’ll meet your guide and visit Stockholm’s oldest and coziest quarters, the Old Town of Gamla Stan. Witness the historic elegance of the exterior of the ...  After your transfer into town you’ll meet your guide and visit Stockholm’s oldest and coziest quarters, the Old Town of Gamla Stan. Witness the historic elegance of the exterior of the dominating Royal Palace, and stroll along the narrow, twisting alleys and cobblestone streets. You’ll experience the medieval intimacy of what is today a living historical monument of international renown. You’ll also see Stortorget and the Great Square - the hub of the Old Town, dominated by the old Stock Exchange, today housing the Nobel Museum and the Swedish Academy, which meets each year to decide the laureate of the Nobel Prize for Literature. Rejoin your coach and continue through the city center and on to the Nordic Hotel in the heart of the city, where the world’s first permanent ice bar is located. The interior is kept at -5 degrees Centigrade all year round. The whole interior, including glasses, is made of pure, clear ice from the Torne River in Northern Sweden. A complimentary drink in an ice glass will be served and the staff will tell you more about the bar and the construction. At the end of your tour, say goodbye to your guide and return back to the ship. Note: You’ll spend approximately 25 minutes in the ice bar. Depending on the licensing laws, non-alcoholic drinks will be served if the bar is unable to offer vodka which might depend on the day of the week. Tour sequence may vary in order to avoid congestion at the venues. The drive to Stockholm takes approximately one hour each way.  

   Approximate Duration	Adult from	Child from
   4½ hours	$119*	$89*

    
   
   
10. Day10

    Day 10

    Stockholm. Sweden.

    
    
11. Day11

    Day 11

    Copenhagen Denmark.

    OVERNIGHT IN COPENHAGEN  IN A 4 STAR HOTEL// BELLA SKY COMWELL HOTEL.
    
    
12. Day12

    Day 12

    Transfer and depart from Copenhagen to Toronto on Air Canada.