We are proud to introduce a collection of new Baltic voyages for for our loyal and new guests.
Also additional voyages are coming soon.
Check out our available cruises and book your cruise today.
Before you go, you should check your local entry rules, because your health and safety is always our priority number one.
Our world has changed, and I know that you are focused on your families, relatives and friends. We deeply appreciate your loyalty and the trust you place in us as a travel partner. We consider our main duty to inform you regarding the current situation in Northern Europe concerning the COVID-19
Finland, Denmark, Norway, Baltic States and Russia borders are closed till the end of April.
In order for you to feel comfortable when booking with us we want to give you flexibility given the current situation. Because of that we are waiving any fees for rebooking of Baltic cruises so that you can rebook your travel to later departures, if your circumstances change.
This applies to all tours booked so far in 2020 and is valid for new bookings up to March 31st. If you change to a higher fare type or select a higher season, you will need to pay the fare difference. The rebooking is possible until 31 December 2022.
We hope this helps you to plan and book any future travel with confidence.
Postponing your trip might be the kindest thing you can do right now. Please don’t cancel. If you postpone instead, you support the people that rely on tourism for their livelihoods. Not just your booking agents, but the locals who take you on life-enriching experiences of their country and show you places you wouldn’t find on your own.
We know you were looking forward to your amazing trip. You spent months reading up on the destinations and scoured Instagram and Pinterest for days. You were ready to go. And then Covid-19 happened. We understand and share your disappointment, and we promise we’re here for you now, and when this passes.
If you postpone, we’ll convert your booking to credit for a future trip. Consider it a way to lock in your upcoming trip while supporting the people waiting for you on the other side of this situation.
If you’re on a cruise to Tallinn and only have a day to spare in this charming city, you can still make the most of your time by carefully planning for your one-day itinerary.
With Tallinn being both the cultural and financial hub of the country, there’s no lack of things to do in this excellent part of the country.
Even when you’re short on time during your cruise to Tallinn, be sure to visit the Old Town:
The Old Town, Tallinn
After the Old Town, you can move on to the Kadriorg Palace and the park around it, which was commissioned by the Russian Czar, Peter the Great. The Kadriorg district is actually considered the most beautiful part of the city. Here, you can also visit the Kadriorg Art Museum, which features foreign art from the past.
You can then head on to Kalamaja, which is known as Estonia’s hipster haven, and the hub of Tallinn nightlife. With the large student population in the area, it’s no wonder people consider it to be the hippest part of the city. Here, you’ll also find the trendiest bars and best restaurants in the city.
Petro Palace Hotel 5 * is located in one of the most unique and beautiful cities in the world. St. Petersburg is dynamic mix of old and new Russian traditions, of East European and West European cultures and architectures. St. Isaac’s Cathedra, the Alexandre Garden, the famous State Hermitage Museum, Palace Square and the Nevsky Prospect are just a few steps from the hotel, located in the historic Admiralteysky district. So, Petro Palace is an ideal choice for living, recreation and discover of the North capital of Russia.
Every room at this comfortable six-storey hotel are decorated in classic design with a historical style. Our guess rooms are:
Guest who book any of our four categories will enjoy:
Petro Palace Hotel ensure that all guests can eat healthily. All restaurants and bars have special, healthy dishes of European and Russian dishes using local and seasonal produce.
When you’re on a Baltic cruise from Helsinki to Tallinn, it’s a journey in more than one way. There is not much of the Baltic Sea between the two cities but it doesn’t mean there aren’t remarkable differences. What’s distinct about these two cities is also often what makes them so worthwhile to visit.
Finnish and Estonian belong to the Finnic branch of the Uralic language family. Believe it or not, they are not very mutually intelligible and are more distant in relation than Spanish and Portuguese or Swedish and Norwegian. A speaker of one language can recognize some words of the other enough to understand the context and converse with simple sentences. The grammar is similar, but you will find many false cognates, also known as “false friends.” Estonian also has many loanwords from German, Swedish and Russian. Thus, it is a good idea to learn some basic phrases of the other language. Another interesting aspect is that many Estonians speak some degree of Finnish, especially in Tallinn. If you cannot speak either language, don’t worry; a majority of people in both cities speak English.
Common tourist attractions in Helsinki include walking trails, religious and other architectural sites, festivals, and the central market square. Tallinn used to have a marketplace at Town Hall Square but it is now a popular spot for events. Both cities have several beaches. While you’re on a cruise from Helsinki to Tallinn, be sure to check out their main squares.
The architecture in Helsinki is modern with a Neoclassical influence. It also boasts the largest number of Art Nouveau buildings. Tallinn has buildings with Baroque, Gothic and Renaissance architecture. It often juxtaposes the preserved old-style buildings alongside new ones. The charms of the architectural styles in both cities are unique and make for some fabulous photos.
Along with the differences in architecture are those in culture. The culture in Helsinki is younger and more modern, with a dense population. Tallinn is more traditional, indigenous European, and with a small population. Since Estonian culture is older, the language has undergone more changes. Finns are among the best English speakers in Europe and the youth are probably more fluent in English than Finnish. On a cruise from Helsinki to Tallinn, you will notice fewer people speaking English, especially if you visit small towns where there are more elders.
What about their traditions? Finns are famous for their love of coffee and the countryside while Estonians enjoy the arts, social events, and rustic food. Both enjoy wooden saunas, and both celebrate the Christian holiday of Christmas along with pagan Yule time traditions including a Yule goat, mulled wine, and a feast. In case you’re wondering: yes, it is possible to go on a cruise from Helsinki to Tallinn during the winter to revel in all the Christmas festivities!
Knowing this information, you can look out for the similarities and differences between the two cities. Such a comparison remains regardless of what you decide to do in each country. You will be going between a large city and a small one, but your experiences will be greater for it.
