Cruises to the Baltic Sea & Russia

On a Baltic Sea cruise, expect to visit such places as Estonia, Russia, Finland and Sweden. The best cruises offers stops in the capital cities of Tallinn, Estonia; St. Petersburg, Russia; Helsinki, Finland; and Stockholm, Sweden. Celebrity, Costa, Fred Olsen, Holland America, Norwegian, Oceania, P&O, Princess, Regent Seven Seas, Royal Caribbean International and Silversea cruises all offer European itineraries in a Baltic Sea. Make sure to confirm with the cruise lines, because itineraries are changing all the time.

If you’re northern Europe cruise ship stops at Estonia’s capital of Tallinn, then it will probably stop at Helsinki, Finland. Visit castles and palaces built by former Czars And experience medieval history.

There are Russian influences everywhere you stop on the northern European cruise. There are cathedrals that were Russian built in Helsinki. Then stopover in Riga in Latvia to view its Art Nouveau architecture. When you finally get to St. Petersburg, you may not want to leave. There are so many dining options with the finest Russian cuisine, cathedrals, and historical sites. You will need to schedule an entire day to visit the Czars Winter Palace.

Sweden will take your breath away with its beautiful landscapes and even more beautiful people. In the city of Stockholm, there is a mixture of modern and medieval architecture. There are museums galore and don’t forget to see the archipelago, the series of 24,000 small islands that Stockholm is built upon.  Check with your cruise line before booking as itineraries are changing all the time.

Ever wanted to cruise the coast of the Emerald Isle? A European cruise that includes the British Isles will give you plenty of history, mixed with beautiful views. Stop in London England or Glasgow Scotland for the best nightlife. Celebrity, Costa, Crystal, Cunard, Fred Olsen, Hapag-Lloyd, Holland America, MSC, Oceania, P&O, Princess, Regent seven seas, Royal Caribbean international, Silver seas, and Swan Hellenic all offer European cruise itineraries in the British Isles. Be sure to check with the cruise line for leaving because itineraries can change at any time.

Northern Capitals Cruises

A popular European cruise is the northern capitals cruise. Most of the major cruise lines offer similar itineraries. You will be able to see all of the capitals of Copenhagen, Denmark; Helsinki, Finland; Oslo, Norway; Stockholm, Sweden; and St. Petersburg, Russia. Costa, Crystal, Fred Olsen, Holland America, MSC, and Norwegian, Oceania, Orient, P&O, and Princess, Regent Seven Seas, Royal Caribbean international, Seaborn and Silversea cruises all have European cruise itineraries that include the northern capitals.

With most cruises stopping in Copenhagen, you will be able to experience the nightlife. There are plenty of palaces to see, like the Christiansborg and the Amalienborg. An amusement park called Tivoli Gardens also provides hours of entertainment would rise and activities.

Then enjoy Helsinki, Finland with all of the artists andintellectuals that call Helsinki home.  Other capitals you will visit like Stockholm, Sweden and experience the city’s old town. In Oslo, Norway don’t pass up the chance to see Ackershus Castle as well as the Viking and museums.

A shore excursion to Stockholm, Sweden might include a walk through Gamla Stan, the city’s Old Town. Stockholm is built on a series of islands, as becomes more evident as your ship sails near the Archipelago islands. Gamla Stan is built on three islands that are linked to each other by a series of bridges. The largest of the tiny islands is Stadsholmen, where you can experience the history of Stockholm. Here you can also view the Royal Palace – make sure to stay for the Changing of the Guard ceremony.

Cruises in Scandinavia & Fjords

Lastly it is worth noting the Scandinavian and Fjords cruises. Travel through a series of inlets in West Norway and enjoy the view of the majestic mountains and glaciers. These cruises are truly in a different category.

Celebrity, Costa, Cunard, Fred Olsen, Hapag-Lloyd, Holland America, MSC, Orient, P&O, Princess, Royal Caribbean international, Seaborn, and Swan Hellenic all have European cruise itineraries that involve touring the Fjords of Norway.

Most of the larger megaships can’t offer to take you up inside the inlets, but still offer wonderful cruises. You will not be disappointed. These cruises, to the Fjords, will most likely include ports in Scandinavia and other northern European cities, such as Copenhagen, Oslo, Helsinki, London, Glasgow and St. Petersburg. Some even begin and end in Amsterdam.

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