Wed 22 Jul | Fly from London to Stockholm where we spend the evening in port. |
Thu 23 Jul | During the morning we explore the historic city of Stockholm. Afternoon at sea. |
Fri 24 Jul | A relaxing day at sea. Arrive early evening in St. Petersburg. |
Sat 25 Jul- Sun 26 Jul |
A day and a half to savour the delights of St. Petersburg and take in the many historic sites including the magnificent Hermitage museum and Peter and Paul Fortress. Sail early afternoon on Sunday. |
Mon 27 Jul | A full day at sea to relax on deck by the swimming pool or attend the lectures in the Lounge. |
Tue 28 Jul | This morning we visit the Hanseatic town of Riga, capital of Latvia. Alternatively drive through the countryside and visit the 18th century Rundale Palace. |
Wed 29 Jul | A morning call to Veere, on the Estonian island of Saaremaa, which has a rich historical heritage and unique natural environment. Enjoy an afternoon at sea. |
Thu 30 Jul | During our afternoon call we visit the historic city of Gdansk with its bustling old quarter. Sail early evening. |
Fri 31 Jul | We visit Ronne, the capital of the Danish island of Bornholm and during the afternoon see colourful wooden houses, runic stones, a traditional round white church, and the ruins of Hammershus Castle. Sail early evening. |
Sat 1 Aug | We arrive early morning for our tour of the impressive city of Copenhagen taking in the Amalienborg Palace and the renowned Little Mermaid. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at sea. |
Sun 2 Aug | Sail down the Trave river early morning to arrive in Lubeck. Enjoy a walking tour in the Old Town or a relaxing visit to the traditional Baltic resort town of Travemunde. |
Mon 3 Aug- Tue 4 Aug |
Depart early morning from Lubeck and enjoy the beautiful countryside along the banks of the Trave river. In the afternoon we begin our transit of the Kiel Canal. On Tuesday we have our final day at sea. |
Wed 5 Aug | Minerva arrives at Dover early in the morning for disembarkation. |