Baltic Cruise | Denmark to Finland | Grand Circle Cruise Line Helsinki, Finland • Captain's Farewell Dinner Meals included: B L D Accommodations: M/V Clio This morning, we drop anchor in Helsinki, Finland's capital city. After breakfast onboard, enjoy a tour of Helsinki with a local guide. During your half-day tour of the city, known as the “Daughter of the Baltic,” you'll visit the Sibelius Monument, a collection of 600 steel pipes arranged into a wave-like sculpture as a tribute to the composer, as well as the Temppeliaukio Kirkko, a church beautifully hewn out of solid granite. Your tour showcases Market Square, a perennial outdoor market; Hakaniemi Market Hall, an indoor market with roughly 70 shops split between two floors; and Senate Square, undoubtedly the pride of the city. Senate Square is ringed by a treasury of Neo-classical buildings, including the 19th-century Lutheran Cathedral, whose central tower dominates the skyline. As you wend your way through Helsinki, notice how the sea is such an integral part of the city.

Helsinki is built over peninsulas, curving around bays and spilling out across islands that are linked by bridges, causeways, and boats of all descriptions. After lunch onboard, enjoy time to explore Helsinki on your own. This evening, as we set sail for Stockholm, Sweden, enjoy a Captain's Farewell Drink and Farewell Dinner. Day 13 Accommodations: Grand Central by Scandic or similar Bid farewell to the Clio this morning, as you disembark in Stockholm, Sweden's capital city. An archipelago within an archipelago, the city occupies a cluster of 14 islands floating among 24,000 that make up a 60-mile chain. Today, you'll see the charms that lure one in five Swedes to live in the capital city, as you enjoy an included sightseeing tour here. You'll visit the Stadshuset, the romantic City Hall building famous for hosting the annual Nobel Prize banquet. Designed in 1923, City Hall was constructed using eight million red bricks and 19 million chips of gilt mosaic.

The Stadshuset is not just the city's seat of government, but is also a national symbol, as the building's 300-foot tower, topped with three golden crowns that represent Sweden's coat of arms, will attest. After lunch at a local restaurant, check into your hotel. You'll enjoy a walk around the vicinity of your hotel to introduce you to the area in which you'll be staying. This evening, join your fellow travelers over an included dinner at your hotel, toasting your journey with a Farewell Drink. As they say in Sweden, “Skål!” (“Cheers!”). Day 14 Stockholm • Return to U.S. Meals included: B After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to the airport for your flight home, or continue on our Stockholm, Sweden post-trip extension. POST-TRIP EXTENSION: Accommodations: M/V Clio After breakfast this morning, you'll begin your European Small Ship Cruise Tour by taking in the sights of Stockholm, Sweden's capital city. An archipelago within an archipelago, the city occupies a cluster of 14 islands floating among 24,000 that make up a 60-mile chain.

Today, you'll see the charms that lure one in five Swedes to live in the capital city, as you enjoy an included sightseeing tour here. You'll visit the Stadshuset, the romantic City Hall building famous for hosting the annual Nobel Prize banquet. Designed in 1923, City Hall was constructed using eight million red bricks and 19 million chips of gilt mosaic. The Stadshuset is not just the city's seat of government, but is also a national symbol, as the building's 300-foot tower, topped with three golden crowns that represent Sweden's coat of arms, will attest. After lunch in a local restaurant, you'll transfer to the pier to embark the Clio. During your Baltic cruise, you'll receive a Port Talk about the pier area and town prior to arrival, so you can make the best use of your free time. This evening, you'll gather for your first Port Talk. Then get better acquainted with your ship's Captain and crew during a Welcome Dinner. As they say in Scandinavia, “Smaklig måltid!” (“Enjoy your meal!”). Tonight, set sail for your first destination: Helsinki, Finland.

Day 4 Accommodations: M/V Clio After breakfast and lunch onboard, your ship drops anchor in Helsinki. During your half-day tour of the city, known as “The Daughter of the Baltic,” you'll visit the Sibelius Monument, a collection of 600 steel pipes arranged into a wave-like sculpture as a tribute to the composer, as well as the Temppeliaukio Kirkko, a church beautifully hewn out of solid granite. Your tour showcases Market Square, a perennial outdoor market; Hakaniemi Market Hall, an indoor market with roughly 70 shops split between two floors; and Senate Square, undoubtedly the pride of the city. Senate Square is ringed by a treasury of Neo-classical buildings, including the 19th-century Lutheran Cathedral, whose central tower dominates the skyline. As you wend your way through Helsinki, notice how the sea is such an integral part of the city. Helsinki is built over peninsulas, curving around bays and spilling out across islands that are linked by bridges, causeways, and boats of all descriptions. This evening, join your traveling companions for an included dinner aboard ship. Day 5 Accommodations: M/V Clio St.

Petersburg, founded as the new capital of the Russian Empire more than 300 years ago, was the vision and creation of Tsar Peter I, who named it after his patron saint. This beautiful showcase of a city, covering 150 square miles, is a synthesis of both European and Russian styles, with elements of East and West. Pushkin called this city “Peter the Great's Window to the West.” With more than 40 picturesque islands, 60-plus canals, and hundreds of lovely bridges, St. Petersburg is considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world. After breakfast, embark on a panoramic city tour, including a visit to St. Isaac's Cathedral. The the largest church in the city, it was originally built to serve as the main church of the Russian Empire. The dome of the cathedral, which dominates the city's skyline, is gilded with more than 200 pounds of gold, and the interior is elaborately decorated with exquisite mosaics, icons, malachite, and lapis lazuli. This grand church can seat 14,000 worshippers.

Although the church was closed after the 1917 Revolution, it reopened as a museum in 1931, and services for worshippers resumed in 1990. This afternoon, after a light lunch at a local restaurant, continue exploring St. Petersburg, with an included visit to the Hermitage Museum. Formerly known as the Winter Palace and home of the tsars, today this is one of the most splendid museums in the world. Built by the Empress Elizabeth, daughter of Peter I, the palace became part of the Hermitage, originated in 1764 when Catherine the Great began her private art collection. Today, more than 1,000 lavishly adorned rooms house nearly three million exhibits and displays representing some of the world's greatest art from ancient Egypt to early 20th-century Europe. After your visit to the Hermitage, return to your ship in the afternoon. After your visit to the Hermitage, return to your ship in the afternoon. Tonight, enjoy dinner onboard your ship. You might elect to join our optional excursion to a folk show at Nikolayevsky Palace, enjoying live music, dancing, and games in a 19th-century setting.

Day 6 Accommodations: M/V Clio This morning, enjoy an included excursion to the magnificent summer residence of the Russian royalty at Peterhof, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In 1714, Peter the Great asked for a “Versailles by the Sea.” The site evolved into a stunning palace atop the hill surrounded by a park. Visit the Grand Palace, as well as witness the remarkable Grand Cascade, an extraordinary fountain ensemble made up of three waterfalls, nearly 150 fountains shooting more than 2,000 jets of water, and a myriad of statues and sculptures. Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant, followed by time to discover the city as you wish—browse some shops, visit monuments, and learn more about Russia's rich culture, or sip coffee at a café and watch the life of St. Petersburg unfold around you. Enjoy dinner onboard this evening. Day 7 Accommodations: M/V Clio This morning, your ship arrives in Tallinn, Estonia, a wonderfully preserved city of the old Hanseatic League. This ancient walled port on the Baltic is a UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with remarkable fortresses, castles, and cathedrals.

Medieval Tallinn had six gates, all bastion-forts complete with moats and drawbridges. You'll gain insight into Estonia's premier city during this morning's guided tour. Tallinn's Old Town is still encircled by city walls, punctuated with many stone towers rising above red-tiled roofs. Within the city walls, the streets remain much as they were when Danish rulers built them in the 13th century. The historic city center is divided into the Lower Town and the Upper Town. In the Lower Town, the 600-year-old Town Hall—the best-preserved of its kind in northern Europe—presides dramatically over Town Hall Square (Raejoka plats). The Upper Town is on Toompea Hill, where two 13th-century landmarks still stand: Toompea Castle (now the meeting place for the Estonian Parliament) and the Dome Church (Estonia's largest Lutheran sanctuary). Many of the city's historic buildings reflect the prosperity it enjoyed between the 14th and 16th centuries. Under German control, Tallinn flourished during these years as a trade port in the Hanseatic League.

Later periods of Swedish and Russian rule also left their marks on Tallinn, whose rich layers of history you'll delve into during your tour. After an onaboard lunch, you can set out independently to explore more of the city at your own pace. You may want to visit Kiek-in-de-Kok (Look-into-the-Kitchen), a bastion built in 1470. At the time, it was the tallest building in Estonia and earned its name because it was said that watchmen could peer into the kitchens of the houses below. This evening, join your travel companions for an included dinner aboard ship. Day 8 Accommodations: M/V Clio Set close to the mouth of the Daugava River, which travels from the Baltic Sea into Russia, Riga was historically an important trade port. Its prosperity also made it a target for conquest. Before Latvia declared itself an independent nation in 1918, Riga was claimed by Russia, Sweden, Lithuania, and Germany. As a diverse, thriving city with a prominent upper class, Riga experienced radical change under occupation by the Soviets and Nazis. Buildings from Riga's most prosperous eras still stand throughout the city.

During this morning's tour, explore this Latvian city by motorcoach and on foot. You'll enjoy special focus on the Art Nouveau era as you explore a district rich with facades from the early 20th-century period, during which architecture took a romantic turn, favoring natural and mythological embellishments. After lunch onboard, you may enjoy time ashore in Riga. Or, join our optional House of Horror tour to discover the painful history of Soviet occupation in Latvia. You'll visit a facility where Latvians suspected of opposing the Soviet regime were tortured and killed from 1940 to 1991, and meet with a local whose relatives were kept in the prison. This evening, enjoy dinner onboard followed by a festive performance featuring traditional Rigan folk music and dancing, an exclusive Discovery Series event. Day 9 Accommodations: M/V Clio After breakfast, learn more about the Baltic states' fight for independence during an insightful discussion on the Singing Revolution, an exclusive Discovery Series event. Then, join us for our optional Rundale Palace tour.

A masterpiece of Baroque and Rococo style, 18th-century Rundale Palace was built on the orders of Ernst Johann Biron, the Duke of Courtland, and the Russian Empress he loved, Anna Ioannovna. The palace boasts opulent chambers, as well as extensive French gardens. You'll tour the palace and the rose garden, before enjoying lunch at a local restaurant. Or, explore the city at your own pace. Perhaps you'll pay a visit to the Nordic wooden dwellings of Kipsala Island, or build upon yesterday's discoveries with a visit to the recently opened Riga Art Nouveau Museum, located in the former apartment of Latvian architect Konstantins Pekšens. Return to the ship for lunch. This evening, dinner is onboard as you cruise toward Visby, Sweden. Day 10 Accommodations: M/V Clio On Gotland Island, the city of Visby has existed for more than 1,000 years, with its signature ringmur (“ringwall”) encircling the town since the 13th century.

Reachable only by boat or plane, and beloved as a holiday destination for Swedes, the “City of Ruins and Roses” is rich with historical artifacts, earning it a designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy an included panoramic tour of Visby as its history unfolds around you, its hundreds of warehouses and merchant homes telling the story of its heyday as a major port between Russia and Western Europe for the Hanseatic League. Your tour includes visits to both the Gotlands Museum and Visby's Botanical Garden. Return to the ship for lunch, then go ashore in Visby once more to make discoveries on your own, or stroll with your Program Director on a leisurely walk along the cobblestone streets. Enjoy dinner onboard as we cruise toward Gdansk, Poland. Day 11 Accommodations: M/V Clio After breakfast, dock in Gdansk—a Polish city with a Baltic vibe. Begin your discoveries with a visit to the European Solidarity Center, where you'll learn more about the Solidarity movement of this Eastern European, nation and its tenacious opposition to communism post-World War II. Then, head to the Stare Miasto (Old Town) for a morning walking tour.

A maritime city that's been around for a millennium, Gdansk has fluctuated between great prosperity and tragic destruction—and still shows both wartime scars and rich architectural beauty. Wander past the town hall and its Neptune Fountain, rumored to have once spouted Gdansk's trademark liqueur, Goldwasser, instead of water. Along the way, witness at the city's many gates—including the Green Gate, Golden Gate, and Upland Gate. You'll also see the Monument to the Fallen Shipyard Workers, three 138-foot-tall steel crosses at the entrance to the city's shipyard. A sudden spike in food costs in 1970 led to mass riots throughout northern Poland that left at least 40 dead and more than 1,000 wounded. This monument was the first to commemorate the victims of a communist regime. Enjoy time to further explore the city's Old Town—stopping into of Gdansk's many cafés, bookstores, or shops—before a special exclusive Discovery Series event: a Home-Hosted Lunch with a local family. After your meal, cap your discoveries with a panoramic drive around Gdansk.

This evening, enjoy dinner onboard as your ship sails toward Visby, Sweden. Day 12 Ronne, Denmark • Ceramic museum visit • Captain's Farewell Dinner Meals included: B L D Accommodations: M/V Clio After breakfast onboard, explore Ronne during an included tour via motorcoach. Located on the island of Bornholm (considered the “Pearl of the Baltic Sea” because of its breathtaking scenery), Ronne is a town of cobbled streets, half-timbered houses, and brightly painted buildings. During your tour, you'll visit Store Torv (the town's largest square, where the Danes sell produce, clothing, and granite jewelry during market days) and the octagonal Ronne lighthouse (built in 1880 and operational until it was decommissioned in 1989). After your guided tour of the town's center, you'll make your way to Hjorths Fabrik—a ceramic museum showcasing the long history of pottery-making in Ronne—for an exclusive Discovery Series event. Bornholm residents have been digging into the island's rich deposits of clay and creating unusual and whimsical pots, plates, and cups since the early 18th century.

The Hjorth ceramic factory opened in 1858 and was operational for more than a century, before it shut down in 1993. Today, the museum (still run by the Hjorth family) truly spans the ages: It houses ceramic artifacts from the early 18th century, pieces made when the factory was operational, and modern-day works created by contemporary Bornholm potters. Return to the ship for lunch onboard. The rest of the afternoon is yours to continue your discoveries. Perhaps you'll choose to visit one of the town's many clockmakers, a tradition dating back to 1744. The island was once known for its unique grandfather clocks, but the craft disappeared after World War II. In recent years, the tradition has revived—today, its hourly chimes can be heard singing throughout the streets. This evening, enjoy a Captain's Farewell Drink and Farewell Dinner. Day 13 Accommodations: Copenhagen Admiral Hotel or similar Bid farewell to the Clio this morning, and take in the sights of Copenhagen during a panoramic tour, giving you a glimpse of the city's colorful houses, picturesque canals, charming pedestrian squares, and innovative modern architectural designs.

You'll visit a handful of iconic landmarks, including The Little Mermaid statue, the Gelfion Fountain, and Christiansborg Palace, seat of the Danish Parliament. After lunch on your own, check into your hotel. You'll enjoy a walk around the vicinity of your hotel to introduce you to the area in which you'll be staying. This evening, join your fellow travelers over an included dinner at your hotel, toasting your journey with a Farewell Drink. Day 14 Copenhagen • Return to U.S. Meals included: B After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to the airport for your flight home, or continue on our Copenhagen, Denmark post-trip extension. POST-TRIP EXTENSION: Roof Top Walking Tour Join a walking tour with a difference. Discover the sights of Stockholm from the rooftops. Try something unique to Stockholm - a guided walk conducted along the roofs of the city! Buckle up in your safety harness and take your first steps along the narrow rooftop path. Admire the fantastic views and the fascinating stories that your guide will narrate. Your walking tour begins with a ride in a lift to the top floor and then attic steps to the roof of the Old Parliament building, 43 metres up.

Admire the most breathtaking 360 degree views over Stockholm, including the historic old town of Gamla Stan and across 8 of the 14 islands on which the city was built. As you walk in single file along the path you are in touching distance from the spire of Riddarholmen Church, built by the Franciscan monks and the final resting place of most Swedish Kings. Back on terra firma, you’ll continue your adventure to the Old Town. Have your camera at the ready to capture the historic elegance of the exterior of the dominating Royal Palace. As you stroll along the narrow cobbled streets you’ll pass by a number of small boutiques from handicraft workshops, art galleries to antique shops. In the heart of the old town is the Great Square, Stortorget, and the former Stock Exchange, now the home of the Swedish Academy which meets annually to decide the laureate of the Nobel Prize for Literature. ACTIVITY EXCURSIONS You and all those in your party should be aware that, in undertaking activity excursions, you will be involved in a degree of physical exertion and/or activity such as hiking, biking, snorkelling, kayaking, diving etc.

By booking the excursion you confirm that you and all those in your party are in good physical and mental condition, with no history of conditions such as seizures, dizziness, fainting, heart condition, respiratory problems or back/neck problems (by way of example only). You should also ensure that no one in your party is taking medicine that carries a warning about impairment of physical or mental abilities. If you are pregnant this type of excursion may not be appropriate for you. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are fit and well enough to take part in the activities booked and you are reminded to take care for your own safety. Because of the risks associated with activity excursions, you may be asked by the excursion provider to sign a document which may affect or limit the excursion provider’s liability. Comfortable flat walking shoes are recommended. LIABILITY Cunard will arrange for the excursions to be performed by the relevant excursion provider. Cunard does not provide or supply the excursion services. Cunard will exercise reasonable care and skill in the selection of the excursion provider, but will not in any circumstances have a greater liability than the excursion supplier and Cunard shall not be responsible for the negligent acts/omissions of the excursion supplier.

Please note that in relation to all excursions Cunard is not responsible or liable for any loss, damage, or injury sustained by you unless such loss, damage or injury arises out of a breach of legal duty of Cunard. TRAVEL INSURANCE Before booking any activity excursions it is essential that you ensure your travel insurance extends to cover the specified activity. It is your responsibility to obtain adequate insurance. This excursion will operate by coach and on foot. Participants must be of a minimum height of 150 cm and weigh no more than 18 stone. This tour is recommended only for guests in good physical condition, it is not recommended to those who have a history of cardiovascular problems, fear of heights or a tendency to faint. It is strictly prohibited to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The tour is recommended only for those in good physical condition. It is mandatory to wear enclosed flat footwear, suitable for walking. Tour code Stockholm On Your Own Venture further afield and explore Stockholm’s islands independently, with this 2-stop transfer service. Start with the island of Djurgården, regarded as Stockholm’s amusement and recreation centre.

It is the home of the Vasa Museum which is home to the 17th Century Warship - Vasa and also the recently opened ABBA - The Museum. Discover the island on your own, visit some of the many museums located here or just take a stroll in the beautiful gardens. Your next stop is Gamla Stan (Old Town), Stockholm’s oldest and coziest quarter. Witness the historic elegance of the exterior of the dominating Royal Palace and enjoy a stroll along the narrow, twisting alleys and cobblestone streets with buildings dating from the 16th to the 19th Centuries with baroque doorways and coats of arms. At Stortorget, the Great Square, stands the Old Stock Exchange, now home of the Swedish Academy and the Nobel Museum. Enjoy some free time in the Old Town or perhaps take a short walk across to the City Centre. Stockholm’s centre is where you will find the famous department stores NK and Åhlens, where you can shop ‘til you drop. If you feel like taking a leisurely stroll why not visit Kungsträdgården Park, its central location and numerous outdoor cafés make it a perfect spot to sit back, relax and soak up the local atmosphere.

A tour assistant will be on hand to provide practical information about where and when to meet for the onward transportation. Please note that the assistant is not a tour guide. A map of Stockholm will be provided. No entrance fees are included in the tour price. Tour code Panoramic & Vasa Museum An orientation tour of Stockholm, followed by a visit to the ‘must-see’ 17th-century Vasa warship. Your introduction to Stockholm begins with a panoramic tour of the modern city centre and the business areas. Cross the enchanting medieval old town, pass the Royal Palace and the Royal Dramatic Theatre, travel along Strandvägen en route to the island of Djurgården, regarded as Stockholm’s amusement and recreation centre. Not only does the island have great parks, but also museums, including the Skansen Open-Air Museum and the Vasa Museum. The Vasa Museum is built around the incredible 17th-century warship, which sank in Stockholm’s inner harbour on her maiden voyage in 1628. Salvaged in 1961 and today restored to much or her former glory, the Vasa represents an authentic piece of living history.

This remarkable ship is a sight to behold as you imagine a time when it was once the worlds largest and most prestigious warship. This excursion will operate by coach. To derive full enjoyment, some walking is required. Approximately 1¼ hours is given to view the Vasa Museum. Tour code Cities of the Baltic - Baltic - Saga Holidays Cities of the Baltic Saga Pearl II departing Dover 2 No fly Celebrate the start of summer in Scandinavia… Explore three vibrant capitals, enjoy overnight stays in both Stockholm and St Petersburg, and discover some of the Baltic's most attractive cities on this 15-night cruise aboard Saga Pearl II. Saga price includes... All meals on board, including 24-hour room service Selected drinks* Welcome cocktail party and Captain’s dinner Optional travel insurance and additional cancellation rights, or a reduction if not required All port taxes and visas UK mainland travel service to and from Dover 1 new port of call for Saga: Hundested, Denmark *All inclusive includes selected wines at lunch and dinner, Saga house-branded spirits, cocktails containing house-branded spirits, draught beer and lager, non-alcoholic cocktails, all mixers and soft drinks. Embark Saga pearl II. Depart 1600.

Known as the gateway of England, Dover welcomes millions of visitors from all over the globe each year in its role as the ferry capital of the world and the second busiest cruise port in the UK. The White Cliffs Country has a rich heritage. Within the walls of the town’s iconic castle, over 2,000 years of history waits to be explored, whilst the town’s museum is home to the Dover Bronze Age Boat, the world’s oldest known seagoing vessel. The town’s cliffs that are a welcome sight for today's cross-channel travellers also served as the control centre for the Dunkirk evacuation in 1940. FactFile Temperate with mild summers and cool winters, with a prevailing south-westerly wind throughout the year. Ship berths at Distance from gangway to coach 400 yards, through the cruise terminal. Useful Information The main shops are found on Cannon Street and Biggin Street. Shopping Opening Hours 0900 to 1730 Monday to Saturday. A few shops are open on Sundays. Post Office The main Post Office is located inside the Costcutter store on Pencester Road. Tourist Office The Tourist Office is located inside the Town Museum on Market Square.

How to Phone Home For the UK dial the full STD code followed by the subscriber's number. Emergency Services Banks and ATMs are located on Cannon Street. IJmuiden Arrive 0800. Depart 1400. North Holland’s ‘Gate to the North Sea’, IJmuiden has four harbours: the Vissershaven, Haringhaven, IJmondhaven and the Seaport Marina - the latter used by pleasure craft. It is the largest Dutch fishing port, but is a relatively young town: it grew up in the 1870s when the North Sea Canal was opened. During World War II, the German Navy demolished much of the town and built huge fortified concrete bunkers for their torpedo boats and submarines. After 1945, the town was rebuilt to a plan by the architect Willem Marinus Dudok. He designed IJmuiden’s most impressive building, the Stadhuis van Velsen, which houses local government offices.

For cruise passengers IJmuiden is the gateway to Amsterdam, the cosmopolitan capital of the Netherlands and one of Europe’s truly great cities, where elegant canals are lined by old brick gabled houses, and superb art galleries and museums are home to some of the world’s best-known paintings. FactFile Land by launch or tender. Arrive 1400 on May 10. Depart 1400 on May 11. Gracefully set on 14 islands and connected by 40 bridges, Stockholm is the Baltic’s largest seaport. Surrounded by clear waters and unspoilt countryside, it is one of the most beautiful capitals in the world. The city’s rich and fascinating history is reflected in the ornate architecture of its churches, castles, bridges and elegant open squares. The Old Town (Gamla Stan) is located on the island of Stadsholmen, and is characterised by narrow medieval streets. Here you can see the majestic exterior of the 18th-century Royal Palace and Stockholm Cathedral.

FactFile £49.00 Per Person Dramatically located at the point where Lake Mälaren meets the Baltic Sea, Stockholm was founded as a fortress in the mid-13th century. Over time, the fortress attracted inhabitants who set up home outside its walls, and the town eventually spread over more than a dozen islands and onto the mainland. Today, the capital of Sweden encompasses five unique city districts, each with its own special character. You enjoy a splendid panoramic view of the city from Fjällgatan, a popular site for taking pictures. Continue your tour past Sergels Square, the National Museum and the Royal Opera House, to reach Riddarholmen - the Island of Knights. Here you visit one of the oldest buildings in Stockholm, Riddarholmen Church. This is the final resting-place of Sweden’s kings and is the only surviving medieval monastic church in Stockholm. Your tour continues around the city, passing interesting sights and buildings as you continue to the verdant island of Djurgården, once a royal hunting reserve. Your next stop is in the Old Town. Wandering along the narrow cobbled streets of the Gamla Stan, Stockholm's oldest quarter, the medieval atmosphere is unmistakable.

Many of the houses date from the 16th and 17th centuries, complete with Baroque doorways and ancient coats-of-arms. Visit the Coronation Church, which has witnessed numerous royal weddings and other state occasions. See the Great Square and the former Stock Exchange, now the home of the Swedish Academy, before returning to the ship. There are approximately 1¼ miles of walking involved during this tour, partly over sloping ground and cobblestones. Helsinki Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. The cultural, commercial and political centre of Finland, this delightful Scandinavian capital has no high-rise buildings and an intimate small-town feel, with spacious streets interspersed with gardens and parks. As the most northerly of European capitals founded by King Gustavus Vasa of Sweden, the city’s grand architecture reveals a mixture of Swedish, Russian and international influences and it is often called the ‘white city of the north’ as many of its buildings are made from a local light-coloured granite. FactFile £44.00 Per Person Discover the unique and beautiful sights of Helsinki on this fascinating city tour.

Marvel at the spectacular architecture including Carl Ludvig Engel’s neo-Classical Senate Square, built in the old centre in the early 19th century. After stopping in the square to see the Lutheran Cathedral and the Sederholm Residence, you continue on foot to the Market Square, located on the waterfront. You may like to visit the Market Hall on your own, where you will see wonderful stalls of cheeses, fish and other delicacies. You then re-join your coach and continue your journey past the Presidential Palace and the huge red-brick Uspenski Cathedral, the largest Orthodox church in Scandinavia. Drive past the South Harbour to Kaivopuisto, one of the loveliest parks in Helsinki, pass the shipbuilding area and then head back to the city centre via the Evangelical Lutheran Old Church and the 19th-century neo-Classical Swedish Theatre. You will also see the exteriors of the Kiasma Contemporary Art Museum, the Parliament Building and Finlandia Hall, a concert and convention centre designed by the world-famous Finnish architect Alvar Aalto. View the Finnish National Opera House before stopping to visit the Temppeliaukio Kirkko.

Popularly called the Rock Church, this modern Lutheran place of worship is hewn from solid rock and has a copper ceiling. One of the city’s most popular tourist attractions, it was designed by brothers Timo and Tuomo Suomalainen and opened in 1969. Your final stop before returning to the ship is at Sibelius Park, where you can view the monument to Finnish composer Jean Sibelius. There is a maximum of one mile of walking on this excursion, some of which is over cobblestones, with a few steps to negotiate. Admission to the Rock Church is included. St Petersburg Arrive 0800 on May 13 . Depart 1130 on May 15. This relatively young city has packed a lot into its 300 years, and is brimming with historic treasures including ornate palaces, splendid gardens and world-renowned museums. You can learn about the October Revolution of 1917 and chart the periods of change faced by Russia during the 20th century as it forged a new path in the Soviet era.

The city is often referred to as the ‘Venice of the North’ as it has many bridges over the River Neva, an important artery of the city. Please note that anyone joining one or more of Saga’s organised shore excursions from St Petersburg does not need to obtain a visa, as Saga arranges group visas for all participants. Group visas also cover passengers using Saga’s Bespoke Car Service. Anyone wishing to go ashore on their own must obtain an individual visa for St Petersburg before the cruise. The duration of all tours is subject to change according to traffic conditions. Many thousands of visitors come to St Petersburg in the spring and summer months, and attractions can become very crowded. FactFile Hundested Arrive 0900. Depart 2000. The seaside town of Hundested was once home to fierce Viking warriors, and as you step ashore you will be greeted by actors in full Viking regalia, and have the chance to see replica Viking ships and a reconstructed Viking village. You may like to browse the market place for Norse jewellery and handicrafts or visit Grønnessedyssen Karlstenen, one of Denmark’s largest megalithic tombs.

Another local attraction is Knud Rasmussen’s House, the former home of the famous Polar explorer. Less than two miles away is the delightful fishing village of Kikhavn, with its traditional houses, and just over 30 miles to the east is Helsingør, where Kronborg Castle stands - the setting for Shakespeare’s play ‘Hamlet’. Copenhagen is about 40 miles to the south-east and may be visited on an optional excursion. FactFile £39.00 Per Person Copenhagen is an attractive city which, although the largest in Scandinavia, has managed to retain its low-level skyline. You have several hours in which to discover some of its famous attractions such as the Little Mermaid and Amalienborg Palace, perhaps cruise the city’s waterways, visit Tivoli Gardens or explore the historic Nyhavn harbour district. Once the home of Hans Christian Andersen, Copenhagen features many reminders of its fairytale heritage and lives up to the reputation immortalised in the famous song ‘Wonderful Copenhagen’.

You could go shopping for stylish Scandinavian glassware or clothing, enjoy a coffee or snack in a local bar, visit one of the city’s fascinating museums or perhaps take a stroll to the old Stock Exchange, with its unusual and distinctive copper spire formed by the intertwined tails of four dragons. Copenhagen's main shopping street, Strøget, is the longest pedestrian street in the world, and here you will find speciality shops as well as large department stores such as Illum and Magasin. If you prefer to relax, the city is well-endowed with parks, including Langelinie Park near St Alban’s Anglican Church and the King’s Garden in the grounds of stately Rosenborg Castle. This tour is a transfer only: the journeys take approximately 90 minutes each way. All participants will be given a map of the city, and all walking is at your discretion throughout the time given in Copenhagen. This excursion is not guided and does not include any refreshments or entrance fees. Any activities are undertaken at your own risk. Please check the time of the return transfer with your Saga ship's escort, as there may be a choice of departures. Gothenburg Arrive 0800. Depart 1600.

Gothenburg, founded in 1621 after King Gustav II, tiring of Danish raids, ordered a strong fortress built to secure Sweden's only western port. Gothenburg grew rapidly into the trading and maritime city envisioned by the King, and the East India Company became Sweden's first international trading company during the 18th century. Silk, tea, spices and porcelain, the luxury items of the era, were imported to Sweden from countries such as China, despite journeys often lasting more than a year. Discover quaint canals, the cobbled streets of historical Haga and countless green open spaces. Immerse yourself in the Swedish lifestyle, soaking up the buzzing outdoor café culture with ‘fika’ (a drink, usually coffee, and a bite) or indulge in food markets, impressive museums and fine restaurants - five with Michelin stars. FactFile Arrive 0800. Disembark after breakfast. Known as the gateway of England, Dover welcomes millions of visitors from all over the globe each year in its role as the ferry capital of the world and the second busiest cruise port in the UK. The White Cliffs Country has a rich heritage.

Within the walls of the town’s iconic castle, over 2,000 years of history waits to be explored, whilst the town’s museum is home to the Dover Bronze Age Boat, the world’s oldest known seagoing vessel. The town’s cliffs that are a welcome sight for today's cross-channel travellers also served as the control centre for the Dunkirk evacuation in 1940. FactFile Baltic Cities & St. Petersburg - Cruise and Maritime Voyages Cruise and Maritime Voyages Booking Hotline (855) 206 4897 Opening Hours: Mon 9am - 6pm, Tues to Thurs 9am - 8pm, Fri: 9am - 6pm Ship: Magellan • Departs: Dundee • Sail Date: Friday 11th Aug 2017 • Duration: 14 nights Cruise Code: G7D8 Twin Inner from: $6759pp $1719pp Twin Ocean View from: $10499pp $2679pp Video Historic kingdoms and rich cultures Rich in history, art and culture, the Baltic Sea is one of the most fascinating cruising destinations.

Medieval cities contrast with cosmopolitan capitals and architectural influences reflect both east and west. A highlight of this cruise is an overnight stay in St. Petersburg with two full days to explore ornate churches and cathedrals, the magnificent Hermitage Museum with its world-renowned art collection and opulent palaces once home to Russian tsars. View the cruise map » Charming Copenhagen is the first of seven fascinating ports of call. Explore this warm, welcoming city, or perhaps visit the enchanting Tivoli Gardens. Warnemünde offers an optional tour to the beautiful Hanseatic city of Rostock or to discover highlights of historic Berlin. In the Estonian capital of Tallinn, exploring the Old Town reveals a wonderful medieval gem of castles, turrets, spires and winding cobbled streets. In contrast St. Petersburg is a city of imperial splendour with grand cathedrals, palaces, gilded domes, minarets and soaring fountains. An overnight stay here enables you to discover the Russian city of the tsars through a selection of carefully chosen day and evening excursions.

Known as the ‘White City of the North’, Finland’s capital Helsinki is always a delight with its Uspensky Cathedral and Sibelius Park dedicated to the great composer, and in beautiful Stockholm opt to visit the Vasa Museum and atmospheric old quarter Gamla Stan. Leaving the Swedish capital you sail through the beautiful Stockholm archipelago before enjoying a relaxing day at sea before a call at delightful Aalborg, one of Denmark’s oldest cities where Magellan was originally built. A relaxing day at sea precedes your final call in Newcastle with a chance to visit Durham Cathedral or Alnwick Castle. Tune in to CMV TV Our much acclaimed dedicated channel of video programmes telling you about Cruise & Maritime Voyages, what our passengers say, our ships and the wide range of cruising holidays, bringing to life our wonderful cruise programme. Tune in now! on

Question: Which city is known as 'Queen of the Baltic'?
Answer: Stockholm