Germany, Estonia, Russia, Finland, Denmark, Norway - Eurpean Coastal Cruising - Voyages Jules Verne World of Wonders - January 2012

GERMANY ESTONIA RUSSIA FINLAND DENMARK NORW AY 13 nights from �1795 key vjv features � On-board Lecture � Outside Cabin � Excursion Included � �130 On-board Credit (per cabin) � On-board Tips Included � Walking Content: 2 (see page 145) � Guaranteed Departure per person in an outside twin cabin (cat. f) CRUISING from the UK rosenborg castle, denmark 2012 � Sunday Jun 24 .....................................�1795 Supplements per person Single Inside cabin (cat. M) ......�1180 Outside twin cabin (cat. E) .........�120 Outside twin balcony cabin (BC) ....�990 the baltic with norwaY revealing the great cities of the Baltic and the majestic coastline of norway e firmly believe that it is only by sailing the Baltic and visiting its magnificent ports and cities that the traveller will come to a true appreciation of this part of the world. Perfectly balanced, this itinerary not only explores St. Petersburg, with its fine architecture and museums, the medieval streets of the Hanseatic city of Tallinn and the cities of Helsinki, Turku and Copenhagen, but also takes in the scenic beauty of Norway's coastline and the Kiel Canal, which links the North and Black seas. ON-BOARD LECTURE This sailing features a talk on `Antiques' presented by Lars Tharp & Clive Stewart Lockhart. W Price includes UK port taxes, 13 nights' accommodation on board, one excursion, full board and snacks, tea and coffee, �130 on-board credit (per cabin), tipping (on-board staff), itinerary as described, services of guides and local representatives. Not included Travel to/from Dover, travel insurance, visa procurement fee (Russia), optional excursions, tipping (other than on-board staff), any government taxes or compulsory charges introduced after publication. Notes Guests on Fred. Olsen organised tours do not require a Russian visa. If you intend to tour or step off the ship independently, a visa must be obtained. A higher deposit is required at the time of booking. Different booking conditions apply (call or visit www.vjv.com). itinErArY Day 1 Independent arrival in Dover and embark on black Watch. Afternoon departure. Day 2 At sea and along the Kiel Canal, which has been in service since 1895 and has two giant locks. Day 3 Early morning arrival in Kiel, Germany. Optional visits include the open-air museum at Molfsee and a city tour of Hamburg. Late afternoon departure for the journey east to Estonia. Day 4 At sea. Day 5 Arrival in Tallinn for an opportunity to visit the old town and Kadriorg Palace, built in 1718 under orders of Peter the Great. Continue overnight to St. Petersburg. Day 6 Join an included excursion to the Hermitage Museum, visiting the Small and Old Hermitage. Overnight on board. Day 7 Day at leisure or perhaps join a visit to Yusupov Palace, where Grigory Rasputin was murdered. Alternative visits include Catherine Palace, with its turquoise, white and gold Baroque fa�ade and the grand Peterhof Palace and gardens. Set sail for Finland. lutheran cathedral, helsinki Day 8 Arrive early morning into Helsinki with time to explore the city independently or partake in one of the optional excursions, which include a city tour and IceBar visit, boat cruise to Helsinki archipelago and a Nordic Walking tour. Overnight cruising to Turku. Day 9 After arriving in Turku, take part in an optional city tour visiting the castle, Handicraft Museum and the cathedral, or explore independently. Continue cruising west to Copenhagen. Day 10 At sea. Day 11 Morning arrival in Denmark's capital, Copenhagen, home to several stunning churches, most notably the baroque Church of our Saviour with its corkscrew spire. For the returning visitor there is an opportunity to visit the wellpreserved fishing village of Drag�r, which also offers a view of the impressive �resund Bridge that links Denmark and Sweden. Late afternoon departure to Kristiansand, Norway. Day 12 After arriving in the early morning, time at leisure is given to explore. Alternatively, join an optional scenic coastal drive with an opportunity to view one of Norway's many spectacular fjords. Afternoon departure for the journey back to Dover. Day 13 At sea. Day 14 Disembark in Dover. tallinn � allan alajaan & tallinn citY tourist office & conVention bureau 48 0845 166 7008 www.vjv.com

Eurpean Coastal Cruising contd… Germany, Estonia, Russia, Finland, Denmark, Norway