Europe Cruises: Excursions

Start your walk in the city center. Visit several local culinary shops and restaurants for samples of pastry, locally produced coffee, chocolate and a taste of Scanian tapas - a tribute to our Swedish smorgasbord! You’ll have the opportunity to buy products in the shops visited. Between the visits, learn more about the history of this 900-year-old city. St. Mary's Church, Bruksgatan, small cozy streets, numerous boutiques and a myriad of restaurants are located in these old-town quarters. Next, walk by Sweden's first pedestrian street - Kullagatan, which celebrated 50 years in 2011. Here, you can also see the Concert Hall, City Theatre and the Dunkers Culture house. Helsingborg is situated right by the sea with a boardwalk and shopping within easy reach. Watching over Helsingborg is the 34 meter-high tower core, which is all that remains of the stately Helsingborg Castle. From the top there is a stunning view of the Sound and Denmark. On clear days one can see all the way to Copenhagen and the Oresund Bridge. Note: This is a walking tour. All food samples and drinks are included; additional purchases are optional. Different tasting stops will be made for samples of food, chocolate and coffee; please be aware that these will be samples only. The venues where tasting stops are made may have narrow doorways and steps. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress in layers. You will walk to the venues and back to the pier. less

Take a stroll through Cannes on this walking tour as you learn about its history. Accompanied by your guide, admire the old town of La Sequet and the famous Boulevard of La Croisette. You’ll begin with a walk to the old part of the city built on the site of the former Canois Castrum, a Roman town dominated by a castle, on the slopes of Mont Chevalier. As you take Rue Perissol, the road ascends to Place de La Castre, surrounded by a defensive wall and dominated by the 16th-17th century Provencal Gothic style church, Notre Dame de L’Experance. The old bell tower leads you to a long tree lined terrace, offering a fine view of the town, harbor and Ile Ste. Marguerite. Continue on Rue Meynardier, formerly the main street linking the new town with Le Suquet. It is lined with a variety of shops and some fine 18th century doorways. Pass by the old covered market on your way to the famous Rue d’Antibes, the main shopping street. As you return to the maritime terminal along the famous Boulevard de La Croisette, see where locals stroll in the winter, and how the elegant promenade is bordered by palm trees and gardens overlooking a fine sandy beach. Luxury hotels and elegant shops line the front and side streets along with galleries, antique shops, cinemas and night clubs. At the top end of La Croisette, east of the port, is the new Festival and Conference center; the last stop before heading back to your ship. Note: Tour participation is limited. This tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties. There are approximately 4 miles of walking over flat, uphill and cobblestoned terrain, with 25 steps to negotiate. less

This tour offers you an opportunity, in half a day, to explore the most remarkable sites of St. Petersburg with minimal walking. A short drive with a brief introduction to the history of St. Petersburg brings you to the city center, the Spit of Vasilievsky Island. Here, enjoy the magnificent view of the Neva River and the Rostral Columns, which in the old days served as signal towers. This stop will give you a perfect chance to take pictures of the Winter Palace and other buildings of the Hermitage Museum, as well as the St. Peter and Paul Fortress.

The tour continues with a drive along the Neva River embankments. You’ll drive along the main thoroughfare of the city, Nevsky Prospect, towards one of the main landmarks of St. Petersburg – the Church on Spilled Blood. Back on your coach again, head past St. Isaac’s Cathedral, another place of great beauty and history, after which you’ll take the return drive back to your ship.

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Note: No inside visits will be conducted on this tour, there will be photo stops only. The market at the Church of Spilled Blood may be replaced by another souvenir outlet. Tour order may vary. Coach is not wheelchair accessible. less

Your tour begins with a scenic drive through the cultural heart of Tallinn. View the Tall Herman Tower, one of the three remaining towers of the Knights of the Sword Castle. From the base of the nearby Cannon Tower, enjoy a wonderful view of the churches and towers of Tallinn's Upper Town. You’ll then continue through Kadriorg Park, a true highlight with its charming Baroque ensemble that was designed as a summer residence for Peter the Great. You’ll also see the beautiful Swan Pond where a photo stop will be made. You’ll visit the Song Festival Ground, a natural amphitheater that hosts Estonia's national song festivals. You’ll pass by the Forest Cemetery where distinguished Estonians are buried amongst the pine trees, before continuing on to Pirita, the beachside location of the yachting complex built for the 1980 Olympic Games. From this vantage point, the 16th century ruins of St. Bridget's Convent can be seen. As you return to the harbor, you'll drive past the summer residence of Count Orlov and the delightful statue of Russalka, Estonia's mermaid, on the sea coast. Note: Participants are not required to disembark the coach at the photo stops. Restrooms are available at selected stops. Guests should wear comfortable walking shoes less

Travel along the coast from Monaco to Nice driving on parts of the three beautiful scenic roads. You see the F1 circuit before getting to Grand Corniche to reach the cliff-top village of Eze, where you’ll have a short stop at the perfume factory at the base of Eze village. There are many memorable sights along the way, all seen from the comfort of your motorcoach. You’ll make a couple of stops along the way to admire the breathtaking views and for perfect photo opportunities. Before driving back to Monaco pier by the Lower Corniche, you’ll also enjoy a drive through Nice. Note: During summer months expect extreme heat, crowded venues and long lines. We recommend that you dress in layers, wear comfortable shoes, a hat, sunglasses and bring bottled water. less