DAY 01 ISTANBUL AIRPORT – HAMBURG – WARNEMÜNDE
Following our meeting at the Istanbul Airport International Terminal at 04:30, we will complete the check-in procedures and depart for Hamburg at 07:00 via Turkish Airlines flight TK1661. After our arrival in Hamburg at 09:10 local time, we will transfer to our ship docked at Warnemünde port. After check-in and luggage procedures on the MSC MAGNIFICA, we will settle into our cabins and have free time. Our guide will organize a meeting after boarding to introduce the ship and our tours, after which you can enjoy the ship until dinner. The ship will depart from the port at 17:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 02 GDANSK
Our ship will dock at Gdynia port at 10:00. After breakfast, there will be free time for personal activities and shopping. Guests who wish to do so can participate in the "Gdynia (Gdansk) City Tour" organized as an extra by the guides. Gdynia is a Polish port on the Baltic Sea, located in the Gulf of Gdansk. With a colorful maritime history, the city also hosts an iconic statue of Joseph Conrad, one of the greatest novelists of the English language. This fascinating city is known for its modernist buildings and interesting landmarks such as the magnificent Kosciuszki Square. Further away, it is a remarkable region with various tourist attractions such as Malbork Castle and the bustling town of Gdańsk. Return to the ship after the tour. The ship will depart from the port at 19:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 03 KLAIPĖDA
Our ship will dock at Klaipeda port at 09:00. After breakfast, there will be free time for personal activities and shopping. Guests who wish to do so can participate in the "Klaipeda & Palanga Tour" organized as an extra by the guides. Passing through the residential areas of Klaipeda, the port city of Lithuania, we head to Palanga, a resort town famous for its beaches. In Palanga, we will visit the Amber Museum, located in an old palace built by Count Tikevicius, and the Palanga Botanical Park, the most beautiful and richest botanical park in Lithuania. After a free time break on the Palanga coast, we will return to Klaipeda to explore this historic resort town. Among the places we will see are the old town and Theater Square, which we will explore both by bus and on foot. Return to the ship after the tour. The ship will depart from the port at 17:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 04 RIGA
Our ship will dock at Riga port at 09:00. After breakfast, there will be free time for personal activities and shopping. Guests who wish to do so can participate in the "Riga City Tour" organized as an extra by the guides. We will explore Riga, the capital of Latvia. Your tour will begin with visits to the Orthodox Cathedral, the Freedom Monument, and the Museum of Fine Arts. Upon reaching the old town area, you will take a walk towards Theater Square. You can take a short break to enjoy the city views, shop, buy souvenirs, and wander around. Passing through the Town Hall Square, you will see St. Peter's Church, St. George's Church, and St. John's Church. One of the most interesting parts of this tour will be a short recital you will listen to accompanied by the church organ. You will have the chance to see structures such as the Swedish Gate and Riga Castle from the outside. Don't forget to bring your camera because you will want to photograph every corner of this historic city, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List due to its Art Nouveau buildings. Return to the ship after the tour. The ship will depart from the port at 17:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 05 TALLINN
Our ship will dock at Tallinn port at 10:00. After breakfast, there will be free time for personal activities and shopping. Guests who wish to do so can participate in the "Tallinn City Tour & Medieval Town Tour" organized as an extra by the guides. Departing from the port, we first begin exploring Tallinn's Old Town. The Old Town forms the historical heart of Tallinn with its medieval structures, narrow cobblestone streets, and impressive walls. On this tour, we will visit some of the city's most important symbols. First, we will explore Toompea Hill, one of Tallinn's highest points. From here, we can see a panoramic view of the city and the Estonian Parliament Building, a symbol of Estonia's struggle for independence. Then, we visit the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, one of Tallinn's most striking structures. Built in 1900, this magnificent cathedral has a fascinating appearance with its Russian-Byzantine architecture and elegant interior decoration. Our next stop will be the Town Hall Square. This medieval square is considered the heart of Tallinn and is notable for its surrounding historical shops, the Town Hall, and the city's oldest pharmacy. Finally, we will visit St. Olaf's Church. This 16th-century Gothic church is the tallest structure in Tallinn and is famous for its magnificent view overlooking the city. Return to the ship after the tour. The ship will depart from the port at 20:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 06 HELSINKI
Our ship will dock at Helsinki port at 07:00. After breakfast, there will be free time for personal activities and shopping. Guests who wish to do so can participate in the "Helsinki City Tour & Medieval Town Porvoo Tour" organized as an extra by the guides. We begin our tour with a visit to Porvoo, one of Finland's most beautiful towns. Porvoo is a municipality located on the southern coast of Finland, approximately 50 kilometers east of Helsinki. Porvoo is one of the six medieval towns in Finland. It offers a fairytale visual feast with its cobblestone streets and traditional northern wooden houses. Later, we return to Helsinki. We will start with a photo stop at the port, then head to the city center, a blend of old and new, east and west, to see this special city. Senate Square, Rock Church, City Hall, Presidential Palace, Olympic Stadium, Opera House, Parliament House, Sibelius Park, and the most famous shopping street, Esplanades, are among the places you will see. Return to the ship after the tour. The ship will depart from the port at 17:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 07 STOCKHOLM
Our ship will dock at Stockholm port at 10:30. After breakfast, there will be free time for personal activities and shopping. Guests who wish to do so can participate in the "Vasa Museum & Stockholm City Tour" organized as an extra by the guides. We will begin exploring Stockholm, considered the Venice of the North, from Fjallgatan street in the Södermalm district, one of the city's highest points. Here, we will take a short photo break and enjoy a beautiful view of Stockholm and the harbor. We will move to Gamla Stan (old town), which forms the historical part of the city and is built on three islands, where the Royal Palace and the Cathedral are located, and walk through the cobblestone, narrow streets with our guide. After free time in the old town, we will continue our tour by bus and have the opportunity to see from the outside Kungsgarden, the Royal Opera House, the National Museum, the Royal Theatre, and the Royal City Hall, where the Nobel Prize banquet is held every year. Finally, we will visit the Vasa Museum, which houses the old Vasa ship that sank in 1628, located outside the city. After our museum visit, we return to the ship. Overnight stay on board.
DAY 08 STOCKHOLM
After breakfast, there will be free time for personal activities and shopping. Guests who wish to do so can participate in the "Drottningholm Palace Garden Tour" organized as an extra by the guides. We will head to the Drottningholm Royal Palace, the private residence of the Swedish royal family, located on the island of Lovön and built in the late 16th century. The parks and gardens surrounding the palace are among the favorite spots for tourists who visit the palace every year. The English garden located to the north of the estate and the ancient stone sculptures in this garden, brought from Italy by Gustav III, will fascinate you. After a pleasant stroll here, we return to the ship. The ship will depart from the port at 14:30. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 09 VISBY
Our ship will dock at Visby port at 08:00. Breakfast will be served on board. Free time for shopping and personal activities. Guests who wish to do so can participate in the "Visby City Walking Tour" organized as an extra. Visby, the only Swedish town on the island of Gotland, is on the UNESCO World Heritage list with its medieval structures. The most important of these historical remains are the walls called Ringmuren. These walls surround the town and the old churches. Additionally, the tower gates in the town, merchant houses from the 14th century, Hansa houses with triangular roofs, and Strandgatan, the oldest building in Sweden, are among the places we will see. Later, we will walk in the port area, Almedalen, and experience the spirit of the city by visiting the historic Visby Cathedral, the ruins of St. Nikolai Church, Almedalen Park, the Botanical Park, and historical buildings from the 12th, 13th, and 14th centuries. After the walking tour, during the free time provided by our guide, you can visit the Gotland Museum, famous for its coins and rich collections. Free time for shopping and photography at the end of the tour. At the end of our tour, we transfer to the ship. The ship departs from the port at 18:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 10 CRUISE AT SEA
On this day spent cruising at sea, our ship will offer you many alternatives. Those who wish can benefit from the ship's open and closed pools, jacuzzis, and sunbathing areas. Others can shop at the duty-free stores, try their luck at the casino, or enjoy the various music and entertainment performed in dozens of bars. Various dining alternatives await you all day. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 11 COPENHAGEN
Our ship will dock at Copenhagen port at 09:00. After breakfast, there will be free time for personal activities. Guests who wish to do so can participate in the "Copenhagen City Tour" organized as an extra by the guides. Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark, is located on Zealand, the country's largest island. Amalienborg Palace, located in the center of the city, is famous as the current residence of the royal family. Copenhagen, the city with the highest living standards in Europe, also has a very colorful nightlife. In our tour of Copenhagen, described as one of the five best cities to live in the world, the places to be seen include the city's symbol 'The Little Mermaid', Amalienborg, Christiansborg and Rosenborg Palaces, the Gefion Fountain, Tivoli Gardens, the autonomous hippie district, and 'Christiania'. Then, at Copenhagen's center Kongens Nytorv (King's Square), we will have free time to shop at the famous Stroget or mingle with the locals at Nyhavn. Return to the ship after the tour. The ship will depart from the port at 17:00. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
DAY 13 WARNEMÜNDE – HAMBURG – ISTANBUL AIRPORT
Our ship will dock at Warnemünde port at 07:00. After breakfast, we complete the disembarkation procedures and transfer to Hamburg Airport with our private vehicle waiting for us at the port. Guests who wish to do so can participate in the "Rostock & Lübeck Tour" organized as an extra by the guides on the way from Warnemünde to Hamburg. You will have the opportunity to get to know Lübeck, which is protected as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Queen of the Hansa, founded in 1143 as the "first Western city on the Baltic coast" and which became a brilliant example for all Hansa cities in the Baltic Sea region. The Gothic-style Marienkirche (St. Mary's Church), completed in the 14th century, and the magnificent Town Hall (Rathaus), built in a mix of Gothic and Renaissance styles starting in 1173 during the period of Henry III, are located here. The Tower Castle Gate and the Holsten Gate are remnants of the city's medieval walls. After the Lübeck tour, we move to Rostock. Founded in the 11th century on the banks of the Warnow River, Rostock is Germany's second most important port on the Baltic coast. Its development during the Hansa League period in the 14th century has been very well preserved to this day. During our panoramic tour of Rostock, the places we will see include the University of Rostock, one of the oldest centers of science and learning in the world, Hansa-era buildings, Nikolai Church, the Town Hall, Alexandrien Way, and the 13th-century tower gate "Kuhtor". You can spend your free time among the shops on Köpeliner Street. After the tour, transfer to the airport. Following check-in and passport procedures, we depart for Istanbul at 18:50 via Turkish Airlines flight TK1664. Arrival in Istanbul at 23:05 local time, marking the end of our tour.
