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EXPERIENCES YOU’LL LOVE

The best part of any journey is the experiences you have along the way, leaving
you with memories to relive long after the holiday is over.

Scandinavia, the Nordics, Russia and the Baltics have countless amazing things
to see and do. Here are six of our favourites to inspire your wanderlust.

Image courtesy of Visit Finland

Moscow, Russia Northern lights, Finland

RUSSIA RIVER CRUISING NORTHERN LIGHTS
See Russia from a different perspective on a The chance to experience the spectacle that
cruise along the mighty Volga, Europe’s longest is the northern lights, or aurora borealis, is high
river. Travel the route followed by Tsars between on the bucket list for many travellers. Between
Moscow and St. Petersburg, anchor in historic late September and late March, Scandinavia is
towns and explore the treasures of Russia’s two among the most beautiful and interesting places
largest cities. See famous sites such as St. Basil’s to see the northern lights. You’ll be spellbound
Cathedral, Red Square, the Tretyakon Gallery and by this amazing natural phenomenon, which can
the Kremlin in Moscow. While in St. Petersburg, be described as a celestial ballet of light dancing
you won’t want to miss the stunning imperial estate across the night sky in green, blue, pink and
of Peterhof, The Catherine Palace, the Fabergé violet hues. Join our Chasing The Lights tour for
and Hermitage Museums. And the best part about potentially multiple viewing opportunities as you
a river cruise is you only have to unpack once! cruise along the spectacular Norwegian coastline.

Geirangerfjord, Norway

FAMOUS FJORDS
Norway’s fjords are dramatic and breathtaking.
Created over a period of 2.5 million years,
there are over one thousand fjords around the
country. The iconic Geirangerfjord, one of the
most stunning sights in Norway, is known for its
spectacular waterfalls and steep cliffsides and is a
popular inclusion on the itineraries of most cruise
lines. Beautiful Sognefjord is the longest and
deepest of Norway’s fjords and its famous arm,
the Naerøyfjord, has World Heritage status.
Make sure you also put Hardangerfjord,
Lysefjord, Aurlandsfjord and Trollfjord on your list
for exploration. Trolltunga, Norway

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