European Russian Cruise

Tour #5

Sailing from England to: Denmark/Germany/Finland/Russia/Estonia/
The Netherlands

August 17-August 30, 2008

This exciting cruise is on the brand new Carnival “SPLENDOR” and is the largest ship sailing in Europe. Imagine in just 12 days, you will visit the countries of England, Denmark, Germany, Finland, Russia, Estonia and the Netherlands. On this magnificent ship, which is a floating resort, you will enjoy warm weather and some of the most famous and fabulous cruise ports in the world. Every port you cruise to will have a variety of optional tours, including some of the world’s greatest museums. Each of these cities has had years to prepare for your visit so you won’t be disappointed. Best of all, our special group rate from New York is only $2,799 per person for an Oceanview cabin plus port taxes. Add only $179 and you can fly from most other major cities to London. (You may also spend 2 nights in London before the cruise to do as you please.)
The “SPLENDOR” has a 9-story atrium featuring glass elevators and beautiful décor throughout the ship. You’ll have lots of opportunities for some fun in the sun as there are four swimming pools, a spa and fitness center plus a golf mini-putt course. As on all cruise ships, breakfast, lunch, dinner and a midnight buffet are included, which means no food to buy for 12 days. A separate group of dining room tables will be reserved just for our group so you can get acquainted with friends from various parts of the country to share experiences. Complimentary pizzas, ice cream, coffee and juices are available 24-hours a day. Casual dress is fine for each night or you can dress up for two of the formal evenings.

AUG. 17 Everyone will fly overnight from their hometown to LONDON, ENGLAND. Enjoy dinner and a movie as you cross the Atlantic Ocean.

AUG. 18 Arrive London and transfer to the cruise ship in Dover that departs at 5:00 p.m. This will be your home for the next 12 days. Tonight, there will be a “Welcome Dinner” with all the friends that will be traveling with you on this cruise. The following is a description of the world-famous cities and glamorous sea ports that you will visit.

AUG. 19 Enjoy a “Fun Day at Sea” to explore this enormous ship with all the shops, pools and sun decks. There is also a huge outdoor theater screen with continuous movies and travel information day and night.

AUG. 20 Today you’ll arrive in COPENHAGEN, DENMARK, where over 1000 years of history awaits you on the medieval streets in this Danish city. See the beautiful gardens at Tivoli, the Little Mermaid and take a walk on one of Europe’s largest walking streets for shopping.

AUG. 21 Arrive in WARNEMUNDE, GERMANY, where you can visit Berlin, known for the Berlin Wall, the Brandenburg Gate, Check-point Charlie plus museums filled with historical collections of art, culture and technology.

AUG. 22 Another “Fun Day at Sea” to enjoy all of the ship’s activities.

AUG. 23 Today you’ll arrive in HELSINKI, FINLAND, one of Europe’s most scenic capitals surrounded by water and islands. This beautiful city is ideal for seeing it on foot with its stylish and sophisticated shops.

AUG. 24 & 25 Spend two incredible days in St. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA, with its impressive palaces and waterways. Visit the Hermitage Museum with two million art and history exhibits. It’s the world’s finest museum and would take 26 miles of walking to see everything. Russia is where you can buy the famous little wooden dolls that fit inside one another. (See Awake, 8/22/03, p. 23)

AUG. 26 Arrive in the capitol city of TALLINN, ESTONIA. Enjoy walking around the medieval walls and shopping along the narrow winding streets. Visit the famous museum of “Peter the Great.”

AUG. 27 & 28 It’s time to relax with the next two “Fun Days at Sea”.Enjoy the warm weather including a variety of the ship’s onboard activities.

AUG. 29 Arrive in AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND, located in The Netherlands, surrounded by tiny canals and gabled houses. You can shop, take a cruise through the narrow canals and see hundreds of tiny slender houses (some are only 12 feet wide) that are built in between other houses for blocks on end or you can visit the Rikes Museum, home of Rembrandt’s art masterpieces.

AUG. 30 Arrive back in Dover, England, where you will be transferred to the London Airport for the return flight to your hometown.

 

  
     
     
                               
   
New York Price
$2799
       
                               
       

Description of Cabin:
Oceanview Cabin/Two Beds or One Queen Size Bed
(Port taxes are an additional $369 per person)

         

(IMPORTANT: Reservations for this cruise will be accepted on a space available basis, due to the popularity of this new ships itinerary.)

CRUISE INCLUDES: All meals, entertainment, choice of an oceanview cabin with a picture window, or a cabin with your own private balcony. The price per person from New York is for two people sharing a cabin. Make your own arrangements to New York or call our office for the cruise line airfare.

Add $495 per person for a cabin with a private balcony. If you do not have a roommate, we will attempt to assign one for you. The additional cost to depart August 15 and arrive London on August 16 is $410 per person. This includes 2 nights at a hotel in London. On August 18 transportation is included to the cruise ship. (Please indicate on the reservation form if you are interested in this option and what city you would like to depart from. We will then inform you of the total cost from your hometown.)