Cruise the Baltic Sea, a part of Europe seldom seen by even the most storied travelers. From the fascinating archaeological sites to the enchanting cultures that you will encounter along the way, a cruise through the Baltic Sea is a relaxing way to experience northern Europe. Our featured cruises explore a number of countries, so if there are certain destinations on your bucket list, just let our travel planners know and we'll make sure your cruise visits them. Itineraries that cruise the basin might visit Germany, Poland, Belgium, United Kingdom, Estonia, Lithuania, and even Russia. Consider a cruise that plunges into the frigid north, with stops in Denmark, Svalbard, Sweden, Iceland, Greenland, and even a few that traverse the entire Arctic Circle all the way to Newfoundland.

10 Best Cruises of the Baltic Sea for 2022-2023

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Majestic Norwegian Fjords

Tromso to Copenhagen
12 Days from $16,025

From Tromso to Copenhagen, this epic 12-day cruise aboard Scenic Eclipse explores the Lofoten Islands and Norwegian fjords, where you will see incredible wildlife and breathtaking landscapes.

Viking Homelands

Stockholm - Bergen
15 Days from $6,799

Embark Viking Cruises in Stockholm, Sweden, and make your way toward Bergen, Norway on this 15-day cruise. Visit Helsinki, St. Petersburg, Tallin, Visby and cruise the Baltic sea to Gdańsk, Berlin, and Copenhagen. Witness breathtaking scenery as you glide through majestic Norwegian fjords in the legendary homeland of the Vikings.

Cruising the Historic Cities of the Baltic Sea - with Smithsonian Journeys

Stockholm - Copenhagen
9 Days from $8,090

Discover beautiful historic cities of the Baltic Sea including fascinating Tallin, and Helsinki on this 9-day luxury cruise aboard Le Champlain that departs from Copenhagen, Denmark towards Stockholm, Sweden. See impressive architecture like palaces, gardens, canals, churches, and more!

Explore charming Scandinavian fishing villages

Southern Scandinavia

Dover to Dover
15 Days from $7,453

Archipelagos, dramatic fjords, and bustling seaside towns await you on this unique expedition cruise to a less-visited region of southern Scandinavia aboard MS Maud.

North Sea Voyage: Northern Europe & the Normandy Beaches

Copenhagen to London
11 Days from $10,050

This 11-day National Geographic Explorer cruise explores medieval and Renaissance cities like Brugge, Antwerp, Brussels, and Lubeck. Learn about their history & culture, from Germany's storybook landscape to the charming Belgian chocolate factories. This trip will delight you with chances to participate in Baltic culture in very hands-on ways.

Introduction to Spitsbergen: Fjords, Glaciers and Wildlife of Svalbard

Helsinki to Helsinki
10 Days from $6,995

The polar expedition ship Ocean Adventurer hosts this 10-day cruise from Helsinki, Finland to Longyearbyen. Optimized for wildlife viewing, explorers will see whales, reindeer, walrus, Arctic foxes, and likely even the elusive polar bear, on a stunning backdrop of mountains and fjords. Kayaking, glacier trekking, and zodiac exploration highlight the trip.

Discover ancient cultures of the Orkney islands

Vikings of the North Sea

Copenhagen to Aberdeen
6 Days from $4,290

Begin the 6-day adventure cruise through the North Sea in Copenhagen, Denmark boarding the Ocean Albatros. Explore Skagen, Haugesund, Shetland, and Orkney Islands before ending your adventure in Aberdeen, Scotland.

Soft light glows over the canals of Copenhagen

Crusaders of the Baltic Sea

Copenhagen to Turku
7 Days from $2,690

On this 7-day cruise aboard Ocean Albatros, discover the Baltic Sea's most magnificent historic cities. Enjoy this historical voyage from Copenhagen to Turku, Finland, including visits to ancient Baltic kingdoms.

Nordic Rulers of the Baltic Sea

Turku to Copenhagen
6 Days from $2,290

Embark Ocean Albatros on this 6-day Expedition voyage from Finland to Copenhagen. Visit several islands that for shorter or longer periods were - or still are - Swedish. Take advantage of the ship's rubber rafts to get ashore in small ports, and we visit exciting and unheard-of islands that larger cruise ships cannot call in at.

North Cape & Majestic Fjords

Copenhagen to Copenhagen
15 Days from $9,999

This two-week Norway exploration cruise on the Seabourn Ovation departs from Copenhagen and allows you to witness the northernmost point of Europe, Nordkapp, while passing by fjords with towering cliffs. Explore Alesund, Lofoten, Tromso, North Cape, Stavanger, Farsund, and Skagen.

2 Baltic Sea Cruise Deals for 2022-2023

Trip Name	Save	From	Days	Next Departure	Summary
Natural Wonders of Greenland - Tour 1	20%	$6950	12	Aug 12, 2022	This 12-day expedition voyage aboard MS Seaventure takes you from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq, through the Prince Christian Sound, visiting the old … 0
Western Europe: Hamburg to Bilbao	Savings	$9730	11	Aug 22, 2022	The Sea Cloud Spirit hosts this relaxing 11-day cruise along the western coast of Europe, visiting Germany, France, Belgium and Spain. From the … 0

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Baltic Sea Travel Guide

Highlights of the Baltic Sea
The Baltic Sea is a charming part of northern Europe and offers a window into unique cultures, customs, and traditions. Our Baltic tours visit a variety of destinations, including Poland, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany. Some even visit the Scandinavian region like Sweden, Finland and Norway. No matter where your tour takes you, you can count on experiencing some of the following highlights:

Making decadent Belgian chocolates in the old-fashioned buildings of the cobbled stone streets in Bruges
Touring the centuries-old capital cities of Europe, like Copenhagen, Stockholm, Helsinki and St. Petersberg
Sailing through the land of the Vikings whose Nordic culture evolved into one of the world's most advanced socities.
Biking across landscapes that seem to be straight out of a storybook
Cruising through medieval Stralsund, a Hanseatic German town dating back to the 1100s
Visit the castles and fortresses that dominate the landscape of the Northern Europe.

Seabirds flying over dramatic ocean island cliffs St Kilda

Enjoy the Islands of St. Kilda

Travelers will enjoy the wildlife and the beautiful landscape of Scotland?s St. Kilda islands. The islands are recognized as a World Heritage site and have natural wonders as well as historic cultures for travelers to discover.

Norway Family Travel

Norway is a great destination for families, and we even features some special deals designed with families in mind. Read more about how to plan your perfect family vacation to the enchanting land of Norway.

Early morning in Tasiilaq, East Greenland

Arctic Overview

The Arctic brings to mind scenes of ice, snow, and barren stretches of land. Though it is a remote part of the world, it offers travelers so much more than these things! Intriguing culture, remarkable wildlife, fascinating history, and breathtaking landscape are all experienced during a visit to the Arctic.

Cruise the Arctic Svalbard Islands

Svalbard is an archipelago situated in the Arctic waters just north of Norway. The rugged terrain is largely covered by icepack & glaciers, granting opportunities for unique adventure activities. Rare wildlife sightings, tastes of local culture, & taking in awe-inspiring views are just a few of the things to look forward to.

Best Baltic Sea Small Ship Cruise Lines for 2022-2023

Ponant has ships that enable them to maintain maximum levels of passenger privacy and offer a 5-star personalized service onboard. Discover the most precious treasures of the Baltic Sea from London to Stockholm aboard the 184-guest Le Champlain.
Silversea Cruises is a luxury cruise line with an iconic European lifestyle and a global network. In contrast to other businesses, they keep their cruise ships small. So your luxury Baltic sea cruise with Silver Moon can visit little, off-the-beaten-track locations that larger vessels cannot.
Hurtigruten cruises are designed to showcase unique destinations' spectacular scenery and local culture. There are no Broadway-style shows or casinos, but Hurtigruten voyages enrich onboard activities, demonstrations, and presentations. Immerses guests in history and culture as it cruises to some of the most captivating destinations in the Baltic, from bustling Copenhagen and Helsinki aboard MS Maud.