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Baltic Sea & Scandinavia Cruises

Uncover royal capitals, Viking legends, and more aboard cruises to Scandinavian countries and ports along the Baltic Sea.

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Explore Top Baltic Sea & Scandinavia Destinations

Norway

Surround yourself with breathtaking fjords, picturesque islands, and dramatic cliffsides or experience the midnight sun in Norway.

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Denmark

Discover fairy-tale castles, charming canals, cobblestone streets, Viking artifacts, and Hans Christian Andersen’s Copenhagen.

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Sweden

Explore Stockholm’s Baroque royal palace or call on Sweden’s “City of Roses and Ruins,” Visby — both UNESCO World Heritage sites.

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Why Cruise the Baltic Sea & Scandinavia With Holland America?

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Extended & Overnight Stays

Spend more time experiencing the European lifestyle with overnights in Copenhagen and Oslo plus late-night stays in Kiel (Hamburg), Tallinn, Warnemünde (Berlin), and Ålesund.
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Experience UNESCO treasures across the region — from Estonia’s walled capital city and Denmark’s Viking-Age Ring Fortresses to Lithuania’s Curonian Spit sand dune peninsula.
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Perfectly Sized Ships

Pinnacle Class ships Rotterdam and Nieuw Statendam are nimble enough to navigate area waterways with ease, yet spacious enough for dining and entertainment without the crowds.
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Northern Europe Experts

From our Dutch-inspired onboard traditions to our two Baltic Sea and Scandinavia ships, no other cruise line can match Holland America’s breadth of expertise in the region.
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Immersive Shore Excursions

Experience authentic local culture while shopping for Baltic amber in Gdańsk, browsing a waterfront market square in Helsinki, visiting World War II sites in Berlin, and much more.
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Fresh Local Flavors

Choose from familiar favorites or regionally inspired cuisine crafted with locally sourced ingredients — from Baltic Arctic char to Norwegian salmon and Dutch maatjes herring.

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Featured Baltic Sea & Scandinavia Cruise Ports

Royal palaces, medieval squares, and UNESCO World Heritage sites await across Northern Europe’s grand capitals.

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Warnemünde (Berlin)

  • Explore the charming seaside village of Warnemünde
  • Tour beautiful Schwerin Castle and medieval Rostock
  • See remnants of the Berlin Wall at Checkpoint Charlie

This port serves as your gateway to both Berlin’s World War II landmarks and the Baltic Sea’s romantic German cities, including UNESCO-listed Wismar and more.

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Stockholm

  • Stroll the medieval Old Town’s cobblestone streets
  • Explore the 600+ room Drottningholm royal palace
  • Marvel at the Vasa Museum’s 17th-century warship

Home to scenic canals, Baroque architecture, and maritime heritage, this Scandinavian capital stretches across 14 islands connected by 50+ bridges.

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Tallinn

  • View the Lower Town’s red rooftops from a lookout
  • Walk up Toompea Hill to Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
  • Wander the UNESCO-listed Old Town’s medieval walls

With its 13th-century defensive wall, 26 still-standing towers, and remarkably preserved Old Town, this Estonian capital city exudes a fairy-tale atmosphere.

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Copenhagen

  • Experience the magic of the city’s Tivoli Gardens
  • Discover the historic, colorful Nyhavn waterfront
  • Admire Copenhagen’s iconic Little Mermaid statue

Site of Dutch Renaissance architecture and more bicycles than people, this former Viking fishing village was once the home of noted author Hans Christian Andersen.

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Helsinki

  • Explore the unique Temppeliaukio Rock Church
  • Witness Senate Square’s neoclassical landmarks
  • Tour the UNESCO-listed Fortress of Suomenlinna

A compact downtown area makes it easy to experience this Finnish capital and UNESCO City of Design, with its inviting green spaces and diverse architecture.

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Top-Rated Shore Excursions for Baltic Sea & Scandinavia Cruises

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Castles of North Zealand

Explore Dutch Renaissance Frederiksborg Castle plus Kronborg Castle — a UNESCO site and setting for Shakespeare’s Hamlet.
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A Hike in Kemeri National Park

Experience Latvia’s Great Kemeri Bog on foot, keeping watch for rare plant species and birds such as eagles, storks, woodpeckers, and more.
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Wismar & German Beer Tasting

Tour Wismar’s Hanseatic streets, sample medieval Mumme beer, and admire Gothic, Baroque, and Renaissance-era landmarks.
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Viking Ship Museum & Roskilde Cathedral Curated With HISTORY®

Discover Denmark’s fascinating Viking roots and rich Hanseatic legacy on this immersive shore excursion curated with the HISTORY® Channel.
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Stockholm Sights & the Vasa Museum

Hear the incredible story behind Sweden’s 17th-century Vasa warship, call on Stockholm’s old-world Östermalm neighborhood, and visit the city’s largest island via canal.
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Castles of North Zealand

Explore Dutch Renaissance Frederiksborg Castle plus Kronborg Castle — a UNESCO site and setting for Shakespeare’s Hamlet.
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A Hike in Kemeri National Park

Experience Latvia’s Great Kemeri Bog on foot, keeping watch for rare plant species and birds such as eagles, storks, woodpeckers, and more.
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Wismar & German Beer Tasting

Tour Wismar’s Hanseatic streets, sample medieval Mumme beer, and admire Gothic, Baroque, and Renaissance-era landmarks.
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Viking Ship Museum & Roskilde Cathedral Curated With HISTORY®

Discover Denmark’s fascinating Viking roots and rich Hanseatic legacy on this immersive shore excursion curated with the HISTORY® Channel.
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Stockholm Sights & the Vasa Museum

Hear the incredible story behind Sweden’s 17th-century Vasa warship, call on Stockholm’s old-world Östermalm neighborhood, and visit the city’s largest island via canal.
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Wasserkunst, a historic waterworks building, located in the Market Square of Wismar, Germany.
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Viking Ship Museum dedicated to the maritime culture of the Viking Age in Roskilde, Denmark.
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Baltic Sea & Scandinavia Travel Tips

Tivoli Gardens Copenhagen Uncover the wonder of Tivoli Gardens, from its mid-19th-century roots to its thrilling rides and timeless attractions.
Packing List for Europe Get ready for your cruise to Scandinavia and the Baltic Sea with our packing tips on everything from daywear to Dressy Nights.
Best Fjords of Norway Discover what makes these iconic waterways so special and find out more about four Norwegian fjords.
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Baltic Sea & Scandinavia Travel Tips

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Tivoli Gardens Copenhagen Uncover the wonder of Tivoli Gardens, from its mid-19th-century roots to its thrilling rides and timeless attractions.
Packing List for Europe Get ready for your cruise to Scandinavia and the Baltic Sea with our packing tips on everything from daywear to Dressy Nights.
Best Fjords of Norway Discover what makes these iconic waterways so special and find out more about four Norwegian fjords.

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A Front-Row Seat to the Baltic Sea & Scandinavian Fjords

Our mid-sized ships cruise the Baltic Sea and Scandinavia’s fjords, bays, and inlets with ease while offering a wealth of dining and entertainment options — including Rotterdam’s exclusive Half Moon Bar and Nieuw Statendam’s Taste beverage event space.

 

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Destination Dining™

On board, you’ll find classic favorites as well as regionally inspired cuisine made with fresh local ingredients, including Baltic Arctic char and North Sea cod. Once per cruise, enjoy a Baltic & Scandinavian brunch featuring marinated salmon, gravlax, and other specialties.

 

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Activities Day & Night

Begin your day with Tai Chi, play pickleball at sea, and enjoy live entertainment at our music clubs. Select Europe cruises feature
classical string music by the Chordial Chamber Trio plus dynamic vocal performances by Pantheon — a group of European tenors.

 

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The Ultimate Spa Experience

Rejuvenate your senses at the Spa & Salon and Medi-Spa, experience effortless relaxation at the Thermal Suite and Hydropool,
take an expert-led class at the Fitness Center, and unwind in peaceful seclusion at out outdoor Retreat or indoor Lido cabanas.

 

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A Tradition of Genuine Hospitality

Three-time winner of the Cruise Critic Best in Cruise Award for ''Best Service,” our crew’s dedication is proof of our commitment to exceptional hospitality. Our 2:1 guest-to-crew ratio ensures that every moment on board is filled with connection and rooted in care.

 

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