STOCKHOLM – NEW YEAR MINI-CRUISE - HELSINKI
Come and enjoy the Scandinavian atmosphere during a weekend combining a mini cruise in the Baltic Sea and discovery of two particularly beautiful and fun capital cities: Stockholm, elegant and dotted with islets and green parks. Take the time to visit the medieval Gamla Stan, with narrow streets lined with stalls; the Town Hall and its high square tower offers a panoramic view of the city; the Royal Castle rich in historical memories; the battleship Vasa, rescued after a stay of more than 300 years in the port; Skansen, the open-air museum of popular arts and traditions. Helsinki, one of the smallest capitals in the world. Surrounded by the sea, it is a particularly pleasant city, offering an elegant mix of Scandinavian and Russian influences, visible through the architecture of its monuments. Do not miss the Tuomiokirkko Cathedral, the incredible church carved in stone and the monument to Sibelius reminiscent of a giant organ.
What is included in the tour
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Accommodation
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Meals
What is NOT included in the tour
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Optional
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Additional Services
- Arrival to Stockholm.
- Discover this elegant capital dotted with islets, green parks and tree-lined squares.
- From Stockholm into the Baltic Sea through beautiful archipelagos.
- Explore the Beautiful architectural ensemble of the Senate.
Day 1: STOCKHOLM
Arrival to Stockholm and transfer on your own to your hotel. (Private transfer can be pre-booked in advance) Discover this elegant capital dotted with islets, green parks and tree-lined squares. This "city on the water" is home to remarkable old houses, vestiges of its past. Gamla Stan, the medieval old town with quiet plots and winding streets, is full of craft stalls, art galleries, antique shops and secondhand bookstores. Kungliga Slottet, the Royal Palace built in 1690 and 1754, very rich in historical memories. Stadshuset. The City Hall, built on stilts, houses sumptuously furnished rooms. Overnight with breakfast Clarion Amaranten hotel or similar – classic package Scandic Grand Central hotel or similar – premium package
Day 2: STOCKHOLM – OVERNIGHT NEW YEARS CRUISE
Buffet breakfast at your hotel. Transfer from the hotel to the port is not included. At 3:15 pm: Latest time to check-in for at the Tallink Silja Terminal line. At 3:45 pm: Boarding. At 4:45 pm: The cruise departs from Stockholm into the Baltic Sea through beautiful archipelagos. For your night on board, we can propose multiple attractions:- Gala dinner at the restaurant offering Nordic specialities.- Welcome bars.- Tax-Free Stores.- Casino- International shows and Entertainment Let yourself be carried away by the atmosphere of romance and joy before returning to your cabin. Overnight on board a cruise with breakfast B-class, inside cabins – classic package A-class, outside cabins – premium package
Day 3: HELSINKI
Buffet breakfast on board. Cruise arrives in Helsinki at 10:30. Transfer to the hotel in the city on your own. (transfer can be booked in advance) Explore the Finnish capital on your own Senaatintori: The beautiful architectural ensemble of the Senate. An empire-style artwork (scenes from the movie Dr Jivago were filmed in this square). Kauppatori: The picturesque market square, bordering the port, is characterized by an abundance of flowers, fruits and busy merchants. Tuomiokirko: The cathedral was built in the 19th century, with an impressive copper dome. Concerts are given regularly there. Temppeliaukiokirkko: Amazing church carved into the rock. With exceptional acoustics. Uspenski: The Neo-Byzantine Orthodox Cathedral erects its powerful red brick mass on the island of Katajanokka. Sibeliuksenpuisto: Urban seaside park with sculptures, a birch grove & benches, plus a pond, fountain & walking paths. Overnight with breakfast Holiday Inn Helsinki West Ruoholahti or similar – classic package Sokos Vaakuna or similar – premium package.
Day 4: HELSINKI
Breakfast in the hotel. Morning at leisure. Take a last stroll around the city or hurry up to buy some last minute souvenirs. Transfer on your own to the airport (private transfer can be pre-booked in advance). End of our services See you again in Scandinavia, Iceland & The Baltics.
