Independent Tours,New Years,Land and Cruise
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.
Upon arrival in Stockholm, transfer on your own to your hotel (private transfer can be 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 and 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 second hand bookstores. Kungliga Slottet, the Royal Palace built in 1690 and 1754, very rich in historical memories. Stadshuset, the City Hall built on stilts and houses sumptuously furnished rooms.
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Enjoy a buffet breakfast at your hotel before transferring on your own from the hotel to the port (transfer not included, can be booked in advance), from where your New Year Cruise departs. • 15:15pm: Latest time to check-in for at the Tallink Silja Terminal line. • 15:45pm: Boarding. • 16:45pm: Cruise departs Stockholm into the Baltic Sea through beautiful archipelagos. For your night onboard we can propose multiple attractions: • Gala Dinner at the Restaurant offering Nordic specialties. • 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. Meals: Breakfast, Gala Dinner
Enjoy the buffet breakfast onboard. Out cruise arrives to Helsinki at 10:30am. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel in the city on your own (transfer can be booked in advance). Enjoy the remainder of the day visiting the Finnish Capital at your leisure. • Senaatintori (Senate Square): 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 characterised by an abundance of flowers, fruits and busy merchants. • Tuomiokirkko: The Cathedral was built in the 19th Century with an impressive copper dome. Concerts are regularly given here. • Temppeliaukion Kirkko: Amazing Church carved into the rock with exceptional acoustics. • Sibeliuksenpuisto: The Neo-Byzantine Orthodox Cathedral erects its powerful red brick mass on the island of Katajanokka. Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast in the hotel, the morning is at leisure. Take a last stroll around the city or hurry to buy some last minute souvenirs. You will then be transferred to the airport for your onward flight. Meals: Breakfast
River Cruise Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and group tours are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations. (vs)
