BOOK EARLY & SAVE £200 PER PERSON SCANDINAVIAN & BALTIC ODYSSEY A VOYAGE FROM ABERDEEN TO STOCKHOLM ABOARD THE MS HEBRIDEAN SKY 7 TH TO 19TH JULY 2019 Tallinn

he long sunny days of a Baltic summer are legendary and the T perfect time to witness the spectacle of colour and joy that the sun brings to this northern world which, bordered by diverse kingdoms and FINLAND republics in a relatively contained area, is ideally suited to exploration SWEDEN St Petersburg NORWAY Mariehamn Kota by ship. Whether it be the grandeur of St Petersburg and its surrounding Kragero RUSSIA Tallinn country estates, the fascinating Baltic states and their capitals with Aberdeen Stocholm ESTONIA Visby marvellously untouched Medieval quarters or the sheer delight of small Elsinore Scandinavian ports with their unique architecture, the Baltic offers a real Copenhagen cornucopia of delights which are all accessible from the comfort of the Christianso UK MS Hebridean Sky. Bornholm With over twenty years of experience operating cruises in this region, we believe we have the most perfectly balanced cruise. Whilst not forsaking our old time favourites such as Tallinn and St Petersburg we also visit some smaller ports which the big cruise vessels are unable to access. These well-hidden treasures include the islands of Christianso and Bornholm in Denmark, Visby on the Swedish island of Gotland, a UNESCO World Heritage Site fortified by well-preserved 13th century walls and Kotka in Finland, a delightful town with a rich maritime heritage. Added to this, joining you on board will be an expert team who, together with the informative local guides, will add much to your experience and knowledge of this fascinating region. www.noble-caledonia.co.uk Castle Lindholm Hoje, Viking Burial Site

Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Tallinn

Copenhagen Bornholm Island

graves, scattered on a hilltop with a identical Rococo buildings which its streets from the Middle Ages and The Itinerary beautiful view of the fjord. Continue have been the Royal Residence see its gardens ablaze with flowers, Day 1 Aberdeen. Embark the to the onsite museum that contains since 1784. Also see the Little earning the city its nickname ‘the city of MS Hebridean Sky this afternoon. a fascinating exhibition on the Mermaid Fountain, Christianborg ruins and roses’. Later, visit the Viking Transfers will be provided from Viking settlements found close to Castle, the Royal Theatre and the exhibits at the Gotland Museum and Aberdeen Railway Station and the burial ground. We will end with Nyhavn district. wander the paths of the botanical Aberdeen Airport at a fixed time. the chance to enjoy authentic Viking gardens. Return to the ship for lunch Sail this evening. cuisine with some small dishes Day 6 Bornholm & Christianso, and maybe join a lecture this afternoon prepared using traditional recipes. Denmark. Over breakfast we arrive as we cruise the Baltic Sea. Day 2 At Sea. Relax on board as we After lunch on board we will have an on Bornholm. Peaceful and scenic, sail across the North Sea to Norway. afternoon to explore the old town of Bornholm Island is a mixture of Day 8 Tallinn, Estonia. This morning Maybe join a lecture in the lounge, Aalborg. A guided tour will include wheat fields, forest and an attractive we arrive in the historic maritime city of read a book in the library or find a the Renaissance styled Merchant coast dotted with fishing villages. Tallinn with its awe inspiring city walls spot on deck. houses, the Baroque town hall, the On an island drive we will see the and fortifications, narrow Medieval 16th century Budolfi Cathedral and famous 12th century Osterlars streets and the gateways which remain Day 3 Kragero, Norway. Surrounded Castle. Alternatively, for Round Church and visit the town remarkably well preserved. In the Upper by nearly 500 islands and skerries, anyone interested in sampling the of Gudjem where we can sample Town we will enjoy the views from Kragero is a charming town in the local beers there will be the chance the smoked herring. Also see Dome Hill with the extraordinary vista region of Telemark and a popular to join a guided walk of the old Hammerhus Castle offering fantastic of domes, spires and gables and see summer retreat. This morning we town including a tasting of the local views of the island’s rugged Toompea Castle, once a fortress, and will head inland to the Telemark specialities. coastline. Over lunch we sail to the now the seat of the Estonian parliament. Canal. When completed in 1892, tiny island of Christianso. Here, we Walking to the Lower Old Town we will after five years of construction, it was Day 5 Elsinore & Copenhagen, see the old fortress of King Christian visit the main square where we will find described as the ‘eighth wonder of Denmark. The Danish King, Eric V and learn about the island’s past the oldest pharmacy in Europe, the the world’. We will join one of the of Pomerania built a fortress in including its history as an island Gothic Cathedral and the 15th century local boats as they transit the 18 the early 15th century to enforce prison. Today, it is a very special Town Hall. Either return to the ship for locks, lifting the ship 72 metres above the collection of dues for all ships and peaceful place where the eider lunch or remain in the city and enjoy sea level and enjoy the changing wishing to enter the Baltic. In ducks appear everywhere and on some free time before we sail in the late scenery as we travel from the sea to the following century Frederick II the bird sanctuary of Grasholmen afternoon. the mountains. Returning to Kragero rebuilt the castle into a magnificent thousands of herring gulls, razorbill for lunch we have the afternoon Renaissance castle, Kronborg was and guillemot breed. Please Days 9 & 10 St Petersburg, Russia. We free to explore the downtown area, considered at the time to be the note that we will be at anchor at have two days to explore this walking through the narrow streets strongest fortress in Europe. The Christianso and will use Zodiacs most endlessly captivating of Russian and alleyways amongst the old castle is known to many as ‘Elsinore’ to go ashore should weather city’s. Founded in 1703 by Peter the wooden houses. the setting for Shakespeare’s conditions permit. Great, St Petersburg is a fascinating mix tragedy, Hamlet, Prince of Denmark. of classic and Baroque architecture on Day 4 Aalborg, Denmark. Aalborg The play has been performed in Day 7 Visby, Sweden. Today we a network of canals. We will be offering was founded by the Vikings in the the castle many times and included visit this once important Hanseatic a number of tours during our time here late 10th century across the such prominent actors as Laurence port. Best explored on foot, the including visits to the Peter and Paul and prospered from the fishing and Olivier and John Gielgud. We will beautifully preserved Medieval town Fortress, a canal cruise through the sea trade on the fjord. On a morning enjoy a morning exploring the snuggles inside 13th century walls, city, the wonderful Peterhof Palace and excursion we will explore the ancient castle and the old town before housing 44 watchtowers. In Viking Gardens, the Catherine Palace and a Viking site of Lindholm Hoje, one returning to the ship for lunch. times and several centuries after, tour of the cities cathedrals of Kazan, of the most important ancient This afternoon you can choose to the Swedish island of Gotland and St Isaacs and the Church of the Spilled monuments in Scandinavia which was explore further or join a tour to especially the city of Visby, became Blood. On our first evening we will dug out from a thick layer of sand. Copenhagen where we will see the a centre of trade in the Baltic Sea enjoy a private tour and concert at the We will visit the burial site of 700 Palace of with its four and is a World Heritage Site. Walk Hermitage Museum. Post-Cruise Stockholm Extension

19th to 21st July 2019

If you wish to explore Stockholm in more depth after disembarking the MS Hebridean Sky we are offering a two night extension which includes an orientation tour as well as time at leisure to explore this fascinating city. The Itinerary Day 1 Stockholm. After disembarking we will enjoy a morning guided city tour which includes the Vasa Museum. The museum was built around the 17th century warship which sank in Stockholm’s inner Day 11 Kotka, Finland. Built on Aland archipelago arriving over harbour on her maiden voyage in 1628; its discovery in 1956 and the site where the River Kymijoki lunch into the attractive town of subsequent salvage in 1961 is one of the most important events in meets the Baltic Sea, picturesque Mariehamn. Choose to join an marine archaeology. In addition to the well-preserved, elaborately Kotka has a long seafaring tradition. afternoon drive where we will head decorated hull, thousands of items from the ship, including hundreds This morning we will explore the into the beautiful countryside of sculptures, have been recovered. On our return to the city we will history of the region and visit along scenic roads, stopping at drive through old Stockholm and past the Parliament Building and the Langinkoski Imperial Fishing Badhausberget with panoramic Royal Palace which overlooks the inner Harbour. The remainder of the Lodge which was built in 1889 for views over the archipelago. day and lunch are at leisure to explore independently. Alexander III, the future Emperor Alternatively explore the town at Day 2 Stockholm. A full day at leisure to explore Stockholm at your of Russia who used it as a summer leisure, maybe visit the sea quarter own pace. home. It is now a living museum where boats are built and repaired Day 3 Stockholm to London. After breakfast in the hotel we will situated in a stunning nature using traditional techniques, walk transfer to the airport for our scheduled flight to London. reserve on the river. Continue to along the esplanade an avenue of the Maritime Centre Vellamo where lime trees that link the harbours or local guides will enlighten us about enjoy time in the handicraft shops. PRICES PER PERSON the maritime and cultural heritage Based on double occupancy of the region. Return to the ship Day 13 Stockholm to London. Twin: £595; Single: £895 for lunch and relax on board as we Be on deck early this morning spend the afternoon at sea. as we sail through the Swedish Price Includes: Two nights accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis, half Archipelago into Stockholm. day tour, gratuities, Noble Caledonia Tour Manager, transfers. Day 12 Mariehamn, Aland Islands. Disembark after breakfast and Not Included: Travel insurance. This morning we cruise through transfer to the airport for our some of the 6700 islands of the scheduled flight to London.

Catherine Palace PRICES PER PERSON Based on double occupancy

SPECIAL OFFER – SAVE £200 PER PERSON FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY Deck Suite Category Brochure Price Special Offer Price Amundsen Standard £5795 £5595 £ Byrd Superior £6195 £5995 Mawson Premium £6695 £6495 Mawson Corner £7095 £6895 Scott Deluxe Balcony £7595 £7395 Shackleton Owner’s Balcony £7995 £7795 Shackleton Hebridean £8995 £8795 Amundsen Standard for sole use £9495 £9295 Byrd Superior for sole use £9695 £9495

PRICE INCLUDES: Economy class scheduled air travel from Stockholm to London • 12 nights aboard the MS Hebridean Sky on a full board basis • House wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner • Noble Caledonia onboard team • Shore excursions • Gratuities • Transfers • Port taxes • Group visa for Russia. Not Included: Travel insurance.

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The MS Hebridean Sky is one of our three flag ships and sister vessel to the MS Island Sky and MS Caledonian Sky. All three vessels were built in the same ship yard in Italy at similar times and share the same excellent attributes that make them three of the finest small ships in the world. With a maximum passenger capacity of only 118, a vessel of her size is capable of carrying many more but instead the MS Caledonian Sky has the benefit of unusually large suites, luxuriously appointed public areas and spacious outside decks.

Your Suite Your Dining On board there are 59 exceptionally spacious and well-designed suites. With only one sitting and a maximum of just over 100 passengers, the All feature a sitting area and some have private balconies. The feeling of cuisine on board the MS Hebridean Sky is of a consistent superior quality luxury is enhanced by the wood panelling and brass, which predominates that befits such a vessel. In keeping with the informal atmosphere on throughout the vessel conveying the atmosphere of a private yacht. board, when dining you are able to choose your seating arrangements The passenger accommodation is arranged over five decks and all and choice of restaurants at your leisure; whether that be joining a table suites have outside views with those on the Scott and Shackleton Decks of four to six other passengers in the elegant à la carte Restaurant or, featuring private balconies. Each suite affords considerable comfort with outside buffet-style on the Lido Deck in the evening sunshine. In the main en-suite bathroom featuring vanity unit with sink and walk-in shower, Restaurant, breakfast is served buffet-style, with certain items cooked large wardrobes, dressing table with large mirror and stool and excellent to order on request. Lunch and dinner menus offer plenty of choice, storage. There is a mini-fridge, flat screen television and a telephone in often reflecting the daily catch and local delicacies. The Welcome and each suite. Bottled water, Egyptian cotton sheets, dressing gowns and Farewell dinners are a sumptuous five course affair. To enhance your slippers are also provided for your comfort. Other facilities include a dining experience further a selection of wines is included with both meals. programmable electronic safe, hairdryer, assorted Molton Brown toiletries Afternoon tea and pre-dinner canapés take place in either the comfort of and individually controlled air-conditioning and heating. Soft hues the Lounge or out on the Lido Deck when the weather is favourable. Tea and blended tones enhance the traditional maritime style making the and coffee are also available 24 hours a day. Special diets can be catered passenger accommodation an inviting and relaxing place to be. for with sufficient notice. The Library Superior Suite The Club

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order of the day. A little music in the Lounge or bar after dinner, Guest (forwar Speakers and informative port briefings and of course good food, all contribute to make any voyage aboard this wonderful vessel a memorable and joyful experience.

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