Baltic Sea Cruise

From the earliest Viking invaders, setting out from its icy waters, to the epic clashes between Russian, German and British fleets competing for control of the seas, the Baltic Sea has been at the heart of some of the most significant development in history.

And added to this are some of the most cultured and refined city in Europe and among the most magnificent scenery in the world, making the Baltic Sea for the ultimate cruise destination.

Cruises from the UK, the first stop on most cruises in the Baltic Sea is the charming Danish capital Copenhagen. With its fine spire and tower dominates the skyline, the city is one of Europe's greenest capitals, and is an absolute joy to explore on foot.

Gothenburg is another of the first stops on a cruise in the Baltic Sea. One of the most attractive cities in the region.

Furthermore, from Gothernburg is Helsinki, offering passengers an enormous cultural diversity, some architectural gems, and enough shopping opportunities to shake a stick at.

However, it is the grandeur of St. Petersburg for many the highlight of the Baltic cruise ships. Delve deep into the city's bloody 300-year history, admire the beautiful architecture of the Winter Palace, walk along the rivers and canals, or simply explore this most fascinating cities.

Itineraries vary, but most Baltic cruises take in not only these stops, but also Oslo, Riga, Tallinn and Stockholm, and a host of other, less discovered destinations along the route.