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Islands and cities, from the North Sea to the Baltic

Islands and cities, from the North Sea to the Baltic

  • Itinerary
    Fredrikstad to Helsinki
    Duration
    11 days
  • Dates
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Come aboard Le Champlain for an unforgettable voyage.

Explore the shores of the North Sea and the Baltic Sea, discovering emblematic towns and islands in Sweden, Denmark, Poland, Estonia and Finland. The Viking past of Aalborg, the peaceful canals of Copenhagen, the medieval ramparts of Visby, the colourful little streets of Stockholm, the shipyards of Gdansk, the Hanseatic houses of Tallinn, and so on. In this journey combining history, culture and nature, each port of call forms part of a fascinating mosaic, revealing architectural treasures, living traditions and unique heritage. A Nordic interlude, where the gentle way of life encounters passionate cultural discoveries, offering a rich and contrasted panorama of the treasures of Northern Europe.

Overview

Your voyage

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Destination

Destination

Northern Europe and Scandinavia

Fredrikstad to Helsinki

Duration

11 days, 10 nights on board

Timeless

Offers

PONANT Bonus 30%

Ref: EC260727

Journey

Your daily itinerary

  • Discover the treasures of the Baltic Sea and the North Sea, with Nordic capitals, pristine islands and rich Hanseatic and Viking heritage.
  • Remarkable cities: overnight stays in Helsinki and Stockholm, the Hanseatic city of Visby (UNESCO World Heritage Site), the island of Saaremaa, Aalborg and its Viking heritage, etc.
  • Among your included excursions : a folk show in Tallinn; the canals of Copenhagen, a visit of Gdansk and a Chopin concert, etc.
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Elegance and refinement

*Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability, and subject to change at any time. The category of stateroom to which this price applies may no longer be available.

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Islands and cities, from the North Sea to the Baltic

Itinerary

Embarkation 26/07/27 from 16:00 to 17:00 Departure 26/07/27 at 18:00

26 Jul 27 - Fredrikstad
26 Jul 27 - Fredrikstad

Arrival 27/07/27 midday Departure 27/07/27 evening

27 Jul 27 - Aalborg
27 Jul 27 - Aalborg

Arrival 28/07/27 early morning Departure 28/07/27 evening

28 Jul 27 - Copenhagen
28 Jul 27 - Copenhagen

Arrival 29/07/27 early morning Departure 29/07/27 late afternoon

29 Jul 27 - Gudhjem, Bornholm
29 Jul 27 - Gudhjem, Bornholm

Arrival 30/07/27 early morning Departure 30/07/27 late afternoon

30 Jul 27 - Gdansk
30 Jul 27 - Gdansk

Arrival 31/07/27 midday Departure 31/07/27 early evening

31 Jul 27 - Visby, Gotland
31 Jul 27 - Visby, Gotland

Arrival 01/08/27 midday Departure 02/08/27 late afternoon

1 Aug 27 > 2 Aug 27 - Stockholm
1 Aug 27 > 2 Aug 27 - Stockholm

Arrival 03/08/27 early morning Departure 03/08/27 late afternoon

3 Aug 27 - Saaremaa
3 Aug 27 - Saaremaa

Arrival 04/08/27 early morning Departure 04/08/27 late afternoon

4 Aug 27 - Tallinn
4 Aug 27 - Tallinn

Arrival 05/08/27 Disembarkation 05/08/27 at 8:00

5 Aug 27 - Helsinki
5 Aug 27 - Helsinki

Islands and cities, from the North Sea to the Baltic

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Discover fredrikstad (1night)

DISCOVER FREDRIKSTAD (1NIGHT)
Details

Enhance your cruise and extend your trip with a carefully designed programme.

Day 1 - Oslo

Meet at Oslo Airport in the Arrival hall. Look for PONANT sign. You will be greeted by our local representative off the flight selected by PONANT or any other flight (provided that you have previously communicated your flight schedule to your travel agent).

You will be transferred to the Radisson Blu Scandinavia hotel 4*.

Dinner at leisure.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 – Oslo - Fredrikstad

Breakfast and check-out.

Begin your Nordic adventure with a drive to the Vigeland Sculpture Park. Wander among over 200 magnificent sculptures by Gustav Vigeland, each telling a story of human experience and emotion.

Continue to the Fram Museum, a testament to Norway's spirit of exploration. Delve into daring polar expeditions that define the nation’s history, and marvel at the preserved ship Fram, which braved the furthest reaches of the Arctic and Antarctic.

After a brief sightseeing tour of Oslo’s blend of modern and historic architecture, head to Aker Brygge.

Your lunch will be served in this vibrant waterfront area.

Enjoy some leisure time to wander around Aker Brygge.

As the day progresses, travel to the historic coastal town of Fredrikstad to embark on your ship.

Your hotel:

The Radisson Blu Scandinavia hotel is conveniently located in the city center, making it ideal for discovering Oslo on foot. It also features an indoor pool and a sauna. Enjoy a drink at the hotel bar on the 21st floor for great view of Oslo and the nearby fjord.

Upgraded rooms are also available depending on availability and on a supplement basis. Contact your travel professional for further detail.

Your programme includes:

·        1-night accommodation at the Radisson Blu Scandinavia hotel 4*.local standards (or similar), breakfast included.

·        Meals as mentioned in the programme.

·        Beverage package during meals (bottled water + 1 soft drink or 1 glass of wine or 1 local beer and 1 coffee or tea).

·        Transfers, visits, and entrance fees as mentioned in the programme.

·        The services of a local English-speaking guide.

Your programme does not include:

·        Meals on day 1.

·        Personal expenses.

·        Visa if necessary.

·        Tips for the driver and local guide.

·        Early check-in and late check-out.

·        Other services not mentioned in the programme.

Please note:

·        It is imperative that the details of your departure flight are provided to your travel agent, no later than 30 days before the start date of your cruise, to secure the proper private transfer.

·        Official hotel check-in time is 3:00 p.m.

·        Official hotel check-out time is noon.

·        Early check-in or late check-out might be available depending on availability and on a supplement basis.

·        This programme is not suitable for people with severe reduced mobilityThis program requires to be able of walking outside. We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes.

Contact of your hotel:

Radisson Blu Scandinavia 4*

Holbergs gate 30

0166 Oslo, Norvège

Telephone: +4723293000

Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.

Kindly note that a minimum number of participants is required for this trip to proceed. As a result, both the price and itinerary may be adjusted based on the final number of participants. Should the minimum number not be met, we will offer you an alternative arrangement.


Total

1,199 €/person*

Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.

Direct transfer from oslo airport to fredrikstad pier

DIRECT TRANSFER FROM OSLO AIRPORT TO FREDRIKSTAD PIER
Details

Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your transfer between the airport and your port of embarkation.

Oslo - Fredrikstad

Meet at Oslo Airport in the arrivals hall and look for the PONANT sign. Our local representative will greet you off the flight selected by PONANT.

You will then be transferred to the Fredrikstad pier for embarkation, approximately a 2-hour drive.

Your programme includes:

·        The transfer as mentioned in the programme.

·        Services of a local English-speaking guide.

Your programme does not include:

·        Tips for the driver and local guide.

·        Personal expenses

·        Other services not mentioned in the programme.

To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.

In the event of schedule changes of PONANT’s selected flight, your programme will be adapted to ensure the most seamless and enriching experience. The content of your revised programme will be updated on the PONANT website, in My Ponant space and on the PONANT app. The final programme will also be sent to you along with your cruise documents.

Kindly note that a minimum number of participants is required for this trip to proceed. As a result, both the price and itinerary may be adjusted based on the final number of participants. Should the minimum number not be met, we will offer you an alternative arrangement.

 


Total

255 €/person*

Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.

Discover porvoo from helsinki

DISCOVER PORVOO FROM HELSINKI
Details

Travel with peace of mind as PONANT organises your day time between the airport and your port of embarkation.

Day 1 – Helsinki - Porvoo

After disembarkation procedures are completed, you will be greeted at the port by our local representative.

You will be drive through the Finnish countryside to the medieval town of Porvoo for a one hour drive.

Begin with a panoramic drive through Helsinki, past the bustling open-air market and several grand works of architecture. Watch for the Uspenski Orthodox Cathedral, the Presidential Palace, and expansive Senate Square in the heart of the city. A 45-minute drive cross-country brings you to the township of Porvoo.

At a local porcelain factory, watch a demonstration of whichever phase of production is currently underway. Find out about the techniques and history unique to this factory and company. There will be free time to browse at the factory shop during your visit.

Return to the coach for the short drive to Old Porvoo.

Take a leisurely walk with your guide through the precinct, absorbing the profound history of this special place. Settled in the Middle Ages, Porvoo is the second oldest town in Finland. It was chartered in 1346 by Swedish King Magnus Eriksson. See the medieval cathedral where Tsar Alexander I convened the legislative Diet of Porvoo in 1809, proclaiming Finland a Russian Grand Duchy. Enjoy some free time to admire on your own the impressive gardens and browse among the handicraft and antique stores before rejoining your coach for a short drive to Haikko Manor (or similar) where 3 course lunch is served.

Enjoy lunch in the historical atmosphere and have some time to stoll around the grounds of the manor before being transferred to the airport in time for check-in for the PONANT selected flight.

Your programme includes:

·        Transfers, visits, and entrance fees as mentioned in the programme.

·        Meals as mentioned in the programme.

·        Beverage package during meals (bottled water + 1 local glass of bier or 1 soft drink and 1 coffee or tea).

·        The services of a local English-speaking guide.

Your programme does not include:

·        Personal expenses.

·        Visa if necessary.

·        Tips for the driver and local guide.

·        Other services not mentioned in the programme.

Please note:

·        This programme is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

·        A minimum of 10 guests is required to operate the tour.

Duration and order of the visits may vary. To know your PONANT flight schedule, please contact your travel agent; it is also indicated on your electronic ticket included in your travel documents.

In the event of schedule changes of PONANT’s selected flight, your programme will be adapted to ensure the most seamless and enriching experience. The content of your revised programme will be updated on the PONANT website, in My Ponant space and on the PONANT app. The final programme will also be sent to you along with your cruise documents.

Kindly note that a minimum number of participants is required for this trip to proceed. As a result, both the price and itinerary may be adjusted based on the final number of participants. Should the minimum number not be met, we will offer you an alternative arrangement.


Total

223 €/person*

Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.

Flights from/to paris + direct transfer from oslo airport to fredrikstad pier (pre) + discover porvoo from helsinki (post)

FLIGHTS FROM/TO PARIS + DIRECT TRANSFER FROM OSLO AIRPORT TO FREDRIKSTAD PIER (PRE) + DISCOVER PORVOO FROM HELSINKI (POST)
Details

Total

1,218 €/person*

Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.

Flights from/to paris + discover fredrikstad 1n (pre) + discover porvoo from helsinki (post)

FLIGHTS FROM/TO PARIS + DISCOVER FREDRIKSTAD 1N (PRE) + DISCOVER PORVOO FROM HELSINKI (POST)
Details

Total

2,162 €/person*

Price is per person, based on double occupancy, based on availability.

Islands and cities, from the North Sea to the Baltic

Other available date

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PONANT Bonus 30%

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PONANT Bonus 25%

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