Iceland & the Baltic
A multi-day journey from Iceland's volcanic edge to the medieval ports of the Baltic Sea, best experienced with family or friends beside you.
Duration
13 Days
Countries
8 Nations
Destinations
8 Cities
— THE JOURNEY —
Where fire, ice, and history collide
This itinerary opens at the edge of the world and builds from there. It begins in Iceland, where the landscape feels prehistoric, and the sun simply refuses to go down, then settles into two unhurried days in Copenhagen before the cruise carries you east across the Baltic.
By the end of thirteen days, you'll have stood inside a volcanic lava tunnel, wandered a medieval city that looks like a film set, and watched your family pause, genuinely pause, in front of a 400-year-old warship raised from the harbor floor. Those are the moments this trip is built around.
We coordinate the activities, the transfers, and the accommodations from start to finish, so your group arrives at each destination ready to experience it, not manage it.
Your Destinations
ICELAND
Reykjavik & Beyond
The world's northernmost capital is the perfect first chapter, compact, walkable, and bursting with personality. Take advantage of a stopover in Iceland for a day or two to experience the capital and beyond. The real magic is just outside the city, where geysers erupt on schedule, waterfalls thunder into mist, and the ground beneath your feet is still actively being shaped by volcanic forces.
Golden Circle — Geysir, Gullfoss & Þingvellir National Park
Raufarhólshellir Lava Tunnel — a subterranean world unlike anything above ground
Whale watching from Reykjavik's Old Harbour
Sky Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, or the Blue Lagoon
Midnight sun viewing — no alarm clock required
Copenhagen
Denmark's capital earns its reputation as one of Europe's most livable cities the moment you arrive, and for families, it might just be the perfect place to ease into a big trip. Arriving two nights early gives you room to breathe before the cruise: time to wander the candy-colored waterfront at Nyhavn, let the kids loose in one of the world's oldest amusement parks, and discover that Danish pastries taste entirely different when you eat them in Denmark.
Nyhavn — the iconic harbor lined with 17th-century townhouses, canal boats, and some of the best people-watching in Europe
Tivoli Gardens — open since 1843 and still magical, with rides, live music, and illuminated gardens that delight every generation
Rosenborg Castle — a Renaissance treasure chest housing the Danish Crown Jewels
Canal boat tour — the best way to see the city, and everyone from age 5 to 85 loves it
DENMARK
BALTIC CRUISE
Board your cruise ship in Copenhagen for a 9-day journey and let the Baltic unfold port by port. A day ashore in Warnemünde puts you on the doorstep of Rostock, a charming German harbor city worth an afternoon of wandering and enjoying local bratwurst. Tallinn delivers one of Europe's most intact medieval cities, all cobblestones and Gothic spires. Helsinki invites you to slow down at the open-air market along the harbor, where locals have been selling fresh fish and produce for centuries, a great place to try your first reindeer sausage. And Stockholm, lunch along the water, an afternoon inside the Vasa Museum face-to-face with a 400-year-old warship, and a fika break tucked into a café in Gamla Stan is the kind of day that becomes a family story. At the end of the cruise, you could even add a day or two more in Copenhagen, as it feels different the second time.
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you go and while on your trip.
Flights
International flights stopover in Iceland and then continue to Copenhagen. Return flights are from Copenhagen. Domestic transfers to airports are coordinated in advance for your entire group.
Ground Transportation
Private ground transportation can be arranged in all of the cities. Mass transit is available in several cities and is worth the experience. Rental vehicles can also be arranged if your group would rather explore on their own.
Accommodations
To maximize your time, we strategically identify lodging that aligns with your style and itinerary and avoids the wasted time and energy of being off the beaten path, unless that is what you want.
The Cruise
Your cruise departs from Copenhagen following your Iceland stopover and a few days in Copenhagen. Private ground transportation from your Copenhagen accommodation to the port is arranged.
Activities
Private guides or transportation are pre-arranged for all ports and major attractions, depending on your group’s needs. Some Baltic ports are best experienced by just walking around.
Local Tips
Before your trip, we'll share important details about your destination, including local etiquette and any local tourist taxes that must be paid in local currency.