You can explore St. Petersburg via Helsinki with a Russia visa free on our 4 Day Baltic Cruise. This transcoastal adventure begins with a day of exploration in the Finnish capital followed by a luxury cruise across the Baltic Sea, featuring comfortable cabins, restaurants, bars and live entertainment. You will cruise from Helsinki to St. Petersburg and back via the luxury ferry, lavishly equipped for comfort, luxury and style.

Day 1, Wednesday: Cruise from Helsinki to St. Petersburg, Russia Visa Free

Before embarking across the Baltic Sea to breathtaking St. Petersburg, which is Russia visa free tour, you can spend the day perusing some of the wonders the Finnish capital has to offer (read more What Cruise Travelers Can Do in Helsinki). Helsinki is equipped with railway trams and subways, which makes getting around quick and easy. Witness the architectural majesty of the Helsinki Cathedral and marvel at the modern innovations of the Design District. The  MS Princess Anastasia departs at 6:00 pm, giving you just enough time to stop by the Atheneum Art Museum. Your Baltic cruise from Helsinki to St. Petersburg begins at 6:00 pm. 

Day 2, Thursday: Visit St. Petersburg, Russia

Your visit to Russia begins upon your 9:30 am arrival. Enjoy the onboard optional  breakfast before heading out into the region’s culture capital. When you arrive at the water’s edge of the most diverse city in Russia, prepare to be awestruck by world-class cuisine, architecture and theater entertainment. Plan for a blend of Russian and French cuisine at the famous L’Europe Restaurant, enjoy an afternoon of wonder at St. Isaac’s Cathedral and spend an unforgettable evening with the world-renowned Russian Ballet in the Mariinsky Theatre. Also you can visit the Faberge Museum. And do not miss luxury food store Eliseyev Emporium on Nevsky Prospekt for a coffee and sweet.

This amazing Baltic city is built around a network of 93 rivers and canals, which are crossed by nearly 800 bridges. These features have earned St. Petersburg the nicknames of “The City of Bridges” and “The Northern Venice.” By upgrading to the Sightseeing Package offered with Russia Visa free cruise, you can effectively find your way around the waterways on a private half-day tour of St. Petersburg, visit the Kazan Cathedral , the Peter and Paul Fortress and the Church of the Savior on Blood. 

Day 3, Friday: More Adventure in St. Petersburg

Widely considered to be one of the most beautiful cities in the world, St. Petersburg gives culturally curious travelers hundreds of reasons to visit Russia. St. Petersburg, also called the North Capital of Russia. It boasts an astonishing number of museums, theaters and landmarks as well as numerous seasonal gatherings and art festivals. Start your day with a traditional  breakfast in your hotel, then set out across the city to explore at will. Your Sightseeing Package upgrade includes a private half-day tour of the Hermitage Museum, which is home to famous works by Matisse, Monet and Van Gogh. As the day comes to a close, the  MS Princess Anastasia awaits you at the harbor as early as 4:30 pm. You can reach it via  shuttle bus from your hotel. 

Day 4, Saturday: Return Baltic Cruise to Helsinki

On the final day of the Baltic cruise, you will arrive back in Helsinki at 8:00 am. The ship will help you start your day with an optional  breakfast buffet. Well-rested and fed, you can choose to see more of Helsinki by choosing one of several optional Helsinki Sightseeing Tours.
Call today to discuss the Baltic cruise from Helsinki to St. Petersburg, visa-free Russia  and inquire regarding what the Basic and Sightseeing Upgrade Packages include. We look forward to providing you with excellent rates and world-class service by Nordic Cruises.