Changing Tides of History: Cruising the Baltic Sea Countries on Le Jacques Cartier
Experience the cultural rebirth of the Baltic states, the magnificent imperial riches of St. Petersburg and the luminous “White Nights of Summer” on this remarkable six-country, eight-night Baltic Sea cruise. Enjoy a rare opportunity to hear an enriching presentation by former President of Poland Lech Wałęsa. Cruise the Baltic Sea aboard the exclusively chartered, Five-Star Le Jacques Cartier, from Stockholm, Sweden, to Copenhagen, Denmark, with an excursion included in every port. Revel in the medieval charms of Tallinn, Estonia, and Visby, Sweden, both UNESCO World Heritage sites; discover the stunning architecture of cosmopolitan Helsinki, Finland; and immerse yourself in the historic epicenter of the Solidarity movement in Gda´nsk, Poland. Enjoy two days exploring regal St. Petersburg, including a specially arranged early entry into the world-acclaimed State Hermitage Museum, a visit to Peter and Paul Fortress and an excursion to Catherine’s Palace and Petrodvorets, two UNESCO World Heritage sites. Splendors of Stockholm Pre-Cruise and Wonders of Norway Post-Cruise Options.
Schedule by Day
- Jul 24: Depart the U.S.
- Jul 25: Arrive Stockholm, Sweden / Embark Le Jacques Cartier
- Jul 26: Helsinki, Finland
- Jul 27: St. Petersburg, Russia
- Jul 28: St. Petersburg
- Jul 29: Tallinn, Estonia
- Jul 30: Visby, Gotland Island, Sweden
- Jul 31: Gda´nsk, Poland
- Aug 1: Cruising the Baltic Sea
- Aug 2: Copenhagen / Disembark ship / Return home
Pricing
Starting from $7,610 per person double occupancy
Accommodations
8 nights aboard Le Jacques Cartier
Optional Extensions
Pre-Extension: Splendors of Stockholm
Information forthcoming
Post-Extension: Wonders of Norway
Information forthcoming
What to Expect
Activity Level 3
My walking shoes are laced up tight and I’m ready to keep up with my traveling companions. I look forward to getting to know them on the drives and/or flights we’ll take between cities. I enjoy getting around in Zodiac rafts and 4x4 vehicles for short durations. A little mental and physical stimulation will do me good!
Study Leader(s)
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William Kirby
T.M. Chang Professor of China Studies and Spangler Family Professor of Business Administration; Harvard University Distinguished Service Professor
Mode of Travel
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Le Jacques Cartier
Featuring innovative and environmentally-friendly equipment, elegantly designed staterooms, spacious suites with large windows, and lounge areas that open onto the outside, this new limited-capacity yacht boasting just 92 staterooms and suites offers a truly unique cruising experience.
For More Information
Please email haatravels@harvard.edu or call our office at 800-422-1636 or 617-496-0806.