Baltic Jewels & Midnight Sun At-A-Glance

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1 At-A-Glance This is a combination cruise combining Viking Homelands and Into the Midnight Sun itineraries. It is a comprehensive tour of the Baltic and both Norway and the UK. The overnights at the start and end mean that guests can spend extra time in these ports, not just the ports of call along the way. There are sailing days during the cruise which ensure relaxed enjoyment of the ship s features and activities. We spend several days cruising along the stunning Norwegian coastline. 29 days from Stockholm to London (Harwich) (and reverse)

2 Page 2 of 9 At-A-Glance Key Features 22 different cities 10 countries Scenic cruising transiting the Norwegian coast. 4 overnights 5 late stays (in addition to the 4 overnights) On average, nearly 12 hours spent each day in port 21 included excursions Free beer, wine and soft drinks with lunch and dinner Average Monthly Temperature (avg high / avg low), ºF City Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Bergen 35 (37/32) 36 (39/32) 38 (/34) (48/37) 51 (57/45) 56 (63/50) 59 (/54) 58 (63/54) 53 (57/48) 48 (52/45) 41 (45/37) 37 (39/34) Berlin 32 (36/27) 34 (39/28) 39 (46/32) 47 (55/39) 56 (66/46) 63 (72/54) (73/55) (73/55) 58 (66/50) 49 (55/) 41 (45/36) 34 (37/30) Copenhagen 32 (36/28) 33 (39/27) 37 (41/32) (50/36) 53 (61/45) 59 (66/52) 63 (70/55) 62 (70/54) 56 (63/50) 49 (54/45) 41 (45/37) 36 (39/32) Edinburgh 37 (41/34) 38 (/34) 42 (48/36) 45 (52/37) 50 (57/) 55 (63/48) 59 (66/52) 59 (66/52) 55 (61/48) 50 (55/45) (48/37) 40 (45/36) London 40 (45/36) 40 (45/36) 46 (52/39) 48 (55/41) 55 (/46) 60 (68/52) (73/55) (73/55) 60 (68/52) 54 (59/48) 46 (52/41) (46/39) St Petersburg 22 (28/16) 22 (28/16) 28 (34/23) 40 (46/34) 53 (61/45) 60 (68/52) (72/57) 61 (68/54) 52 (57/46) (46/39) 33 (36/30) 23 (27/19)

3 Page 3 of 9 Ports of Call Ålborg An off-the-beaten-path port only accessible to smaller ships. Great scenic cruising, 12 miles up the Limfjord. Central berth, just 50 yards from the town. Great Viking history and a prolific producer of Aquavit. Ålesund Great scenic cruising from Ålesund and into Geirangerfjord. The town was recently voted the most beautiful town in Norway by one of the main newspapers. Located at the very entrance of the World Heritage listed Geirangerfjord and has a spectacular setting across several islands stretching out into the sea. Bergen Truly the gateway to the fjords. A UNESCO listed area right next to our central berth. Great scenic cruising for the last 2 hours approaching the port through narrow channels between the islands. Central berth, just 5 minutes stroll from the city center. Norway s second city has a fascinating Viking history. Bodø An off the beaten track port only accessible to smaller ships. The first port of call North of the Arctic Circle Long and beautiful summer days with the midnight sun shining all night. Brønnøysund An off the beaten track port only accessible to smaller ships. Great scenic cruising up the beautiful coast of Helgeland. A fantastic archipelago comprising more than 13,000 islands, islets and skerries. The World Heritage Island of Vega which is an UNESCO listed Archipelago. Copenhagen One of the Marquee, not-to-be-missed ports of the Baltic. A central berth close to the famous Little Mermaid. Capital of Denmark, full of palaces, state buildings and history. Within easy reach of Kronberg Castle & Roskilde Cathedral, both UNESCO Sites.

4 Page 4 of 9 Ports of Call (continued) Edinburgh A Marquee, not-to-be-missed port as the capital of Scotland. Within easy reach of the Castle of Edinburgh and all city sights. A vibrant city life, with Gaelic connection and an abundant of history. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Flåm Deep in the heart of Norway s fjords, some 100 miles from the open sea. Great scenic cruising for many hours before and after stopping here. Central berth, just 100 feet from the town (although we may sometimes be at anchor). Home to the famous Flåm Railway, one of the most spectacular scenic mountain railroads in the world. Gdańsk A great jumping-off point for the northern part of Poland. Close to one of the most impressive UNESCO-listed castles in the world, Malbork. See where the end of the Communist period started with the rise of the Solidarity Movement. Great medieval history in the nearby town of Gdańsk. Geiranger Deep in the heart of Norway s fjords some 100 miles from the open sea. Great scenic cruising for many hours before and after calling here. Central berth, just 100 feet from the town (although we can sometimes be at anchor). The UNESCO-protected Geirangerfjord is surrounded by majestic, snow-covered mountain peaks, wild waterfalls and lush, green vegetation. Harwich Harwich is a turnaround port only. At this point we have no plans to offer shore excursions as guests will be transferring to/from the airport only. Helsinki Capital city of Finland. UNESCO-listed Soumenlinna Fortress island in the harbor. A city on a human scale, low-density development and easy to explore. A wonderful archipelago of islands, the shorelines of which are dotted with the vacation homes of the rich and famous.

5 Page 5 of 9 Ports of Call (continued) Honningsvåg An off the beaten track port only accessible to smaller ships. The closes port to the North Cape, the Northerly point in Europe. Kristiansund The beginning of the Atlantic Road which has been ranked the world s best road trip by the British newspaper The Guardian. Situated on four beautiful islands at the edge of the ocean, Kristiansund has a spectacular harbor, and it is an intimate, colorful and convivial town. Orkney Orkney's historic capital, Kirkwall, is centrally situated on the main island. A rich Viking history dating from 9th century and several prehistoric sites from 3rd millennium BC. Kirkwall is within close reach of The Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site (WHS) which includes Maeshowe, Skara Brae, the Stones of Stenness and adjacent standing stones and the Ring of Brodgar together with adjacent standing stones and burial mounds. St. Petersburg The crown jewel of the Baltic, a must-see destination. Amazing museums to some of which we will have behind-the-scenes access. UNESCO Sites too numerous to mention. With so much to see, we spend two full days here. Stavanger A charming coastal port with historic buildings but also a thriving modern oil drilling industry. Central berth, just 50 feet from the town s historic quarter. Within easy reach of stunning Lysefjord and the much-photographed Pulpit Rock. Stockholm Reached after 4½ hours of great scenic cruising through the Baltic s secondlargest archipelago made up of over 30,000 islands. Central berth, just 5 minutes stroll from the historic city center. Only small ships can get this close. Great Viking history, they were here in 1000 AD. A fabulous old town, great museums, palaces and one of the world s oldest restaurants.

6 Page 6 of 9 Ports of Call (continued) Tallinn A former Hanseatic League town, the center of which is UNESCO-listed. One of the not to be missed ports of the Baltic. Keep an eye out for Old Thomas this town guardian has been perched on the Town Hall spire since Tromsø Known as the Gateway to the Arctic and Paris of the North. Tromsø has a rich polar history, which guests may gain a good insight into at the Polar Museum. The largest northern city with a pulsating city with a vibrant nightlife, sociable and inclusive people and despite being so far north is an extremely urban destination. Shetland Islands The most northerly commercial harbor in the country. Ideally located midway between Iceland, the Faroe Islands and Norway and the Scottish mainland and Europe. Home to the iconic Shetland Ponies. A rich Viking history and some of the best well-kept finds. History that dates from the Mesolithic Era. Warnemünde (Berlin) Gateway to Berlin, Germany s capital, just away. Only a short distance from Rostock, once a thriving town in the Hanseatic League. Central berth, just 5 minutes walk from the town. For those who prefer to skip the ride to Berlin, there are miles of sandy beaches to relax on.

7 Page 7 of 9 Stockholm, Sweden to Harwich, UK Itinerary Day 1 Stockholm, Sweden Embark ship Ship prepared for next guests Day 2 Stockholm, Sweden Stockholm City Tour 2 hours Day 3 Helsinki, Finland Helsinki City Tour Day 4 St. Petersburg, Russian Federation St. Petersburg Panoramic 3½ hours Day 5 St. Petersburg, Russian Federation Day 6 Tallinn, Estonia Old Town Walking Tour 4 hours Day 7 At Sea Day 8 Gdynia (Gdańsk), Poland Gdańsk City Tour 4½ hours Day 9 Warnemünde (Berlin), Germany Berlin Panoramic & free time 12 hours Day 10 Copenhagen, Denmark Copenhagen City Tour Day 11 Ålborg, Denmark Ålborg Walking Tour Day 12 Stavanger, Norway Gamla Stavanger Walking Tour Day 13 Flåm, Norway Panoramic Flåm and Mountain Lodge Day 14 Bergen, Norway Bergen Walking Tour Day 15 Bergen, Norway Day 16 Bergen, Norway Evening departure Day 17 Geiranger, Norway Geiranger & Fjord Center Day 18 Kristiansund, Norway Town Walk Day 19 At Sea Day 20 Tromsø, Norway City Drive Day 21 Honningsvåg (North Cape), Norway North Cape Transfer 3½ hours Day 22 Bodø, Norway Folkloric Concert Day 23 Brønnøysund, Norway Panoramic Drive Day 24 Ålesund, Norway Ålesund on Foot Day 25 Shetland Islands, UK Shetland Panorama 2 hours Day 26 Orkney Islands, UK Walking Tour Day 27 Edinburgh, UK City Drive & Museum 4½ hours Day 28 At Sea Day 29 Harwich (London), UK Disembark Ship prepared for next guests

8 Page 8 of 9 Harwich, UK to Stockholm, Sweden Itinerary Day 1 Harwich (London), UK Embark Day 2 At Sea Day 3 Edinburgh, UK City Drive & Museum 4½ hours Day 4 Orkney Islands, UK Walking Tour Day 5 Shetland Islands, UK Shetland Panorama 2 hours Day 6 Ålesund, Norway Ålesund on Foot Day 7 Brønnøysund, Norway Panoramic Drive Day 8 Bodø, Norway Folkloric Concert Day 9 Honningsvåg (North Cape), Norway North Cape Transfer 3½ hours Day 10 Tromsø, Norway City Drive Day 11 At Sea Day 12 Kristiansund, Norway Town Walk Day 13 Geiranger, Norway Geiranger & Fjord Center Day 14 Bergen, Norway Walking Tour Day 15 Bergen, Norway Day 16 Bergen, Norway Bergen Day 17 Flåm, Norway Panoramic Flåm and Mountain Lodge Day 18 Stavanger, Norway Gamla Stavanger Walking Tour Day 19 Ålborg, Denmark Ålborg Walking Tour Day 20 Copenhagen, Denmark Copenhagen City Tour Day 21 Warnemünde (Berlin), Germany Berlin Panoramic & free time 12 hours Day 22 Gdynia (Gdańsk), Poland Gdańsk City Tour 4½ hours Day 23 At Sea Day 24 Tallinn, Estonia Old Town Walking Tour 4 hours Day 25 St. Petersburg, Russian Federation St. Petersburg Panoramic 3½ hours Day 26 St. Petersburg, Russian Federation Day 27 Helsinki, Finland Helsinki City Tour Day 28 Stockholm, Sweden Stockholm City Tour 2 hours Day 29 Stockholm, Sweden Disembark ship Ship prepared for next guests

9 Page 9 of 9 Extend Your Journey Before or After Your Cruise Make the very most of your time away from home by extending your vacation experience with one of our city stays or tours. Spend a little more time in these great destinations. Our expert local guides and hosts will help you get the very best from your stay. Stockholm 2-night City Stay Explore this easy-to-walk city with a visit to the Baroque Royal Palace and a stroll along the waterfront. Wander around old town, sample fare in the food halls and cafés, and inspect the 16th-century shipwreck at the Vasa Museum. Enjoy two nights including breakfast at the Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel or similar. Transfers included. London 2-night City Stay There is something for everyone in this cosmopolitan metropolis: unforgettable shopping, fine dining, a wealth of museums and galleries, royal palaces, castles, and parks. Enjoy two nights at a centrally located hotel. Includes all hotels, breakfasts, and transfers. Transfers included. Iceland 3-night Iceland & the Golden Circle Tour (from Bergen or Stockholm) In three days, tour fascinating Iceland from the sights of the capital city, Reykjavik, to the hot springs and waterfalls of Thingvellir National Park. Continue on to the famed Blue Lagoon, a natural geothermal spa where you can enjoy a swim. Includes all hotels, breakfasts, lunches and transfers. See your Travel Agent or call Viking Cruises at vikingcruises.com