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14-Day ~ Baltic Knitting Cruise (May 2019)

Holland America Line

Jewels of the Baltic

Start Date:

May 12, 2019


End Date:

May 26, 2019


Jewels of the Baltic ~ Itinerary

Amsterdam, Netherlands
Arrival Date: May 12, 2019
Departure Date: May 12, 2019 Departure Time: 05:00 PM

Amsterdam often referred to as the Venice of the north and has a storybook quality with is lovely canals and quaint architecture. No two houses are alike and it is a fun city to explore. The attractions are really too numerous to list here but guide books of things to do abound.


Amsterdam can easily assessable by foot or by bike or by boat. The city itself can be walked from end to end in about 30 to 40 minutes. Bikes easily outnumber cars in this city and can be rented very easily by tourists. Another charming way to tour the city is by boat. Boats tours offer a picturesque way to tour the city through the city's numerous canals.

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At Sea
Arrival Date: May 13, 2019
Departure Date: May 13, 2019

While at sea you can enjoy the vast amenities offered aboard the cruise ship. Craft Cruises holds various classes during times at sea.


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Copenhagen, Denmark
Arrival Date: May 14, 2019 Arrival Time: 07:00 AM
Departure Date: May 14, 2019 Departure Time: 04:00 PM

The Little Mermaid greets you at the harbor. At its center is Tivoli, whose gardens, lakes and fountains are said to have inspired Walt Disney. Sample shore excursion: Castles of North Zealand

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Warnemunde (Berlin) Germany
Arrival Date: May 15, 2019 Arrival Time: 07:00 AM
Departure Date: May 15, 2019 Departure Time: 10:00 PM

Don't miss the opportunity to tour into Berlin, which has visibly flourished since the fall of the Wall in 1989. The Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, Brandenburg Gate and "Checkpoint Charlie" are all here. In the Western sector, browse the lively Kurfurstendamm for snazzy clothing stores, delicate hand-painted porcelain and a snack of beer and bratwurst. Sample shore excursions: Berlin & Potsdam; Rostock Revealed.

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Day at Sea
Arrival Date: May 16, 2019
Departure Date: May 16, 2019

Explore the ship and enjoy taking our various classes.


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Tallinn, Estonia
Arrival Date: May 17, 2019 Arrival Time: 09:00 AM
Departure Date: May 17, 2019 Departure Time: 05:00 PM

Wander cobblestone alleys beneath turrets and red-tiled roofs in medieval Old Town. Relax near the swan pond in Kadriorg Park. Visit the impressive museum in Baroque Kadriorg Palace. Sample shore excursions: Tallinn's Old Town A Walking Tour; The Spirit of Medieval Estonia.

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St. Petersburg, Russia
Arrival Date: May 18, 2019 Arrival Time: 07:00 AM
Departure Date: May 18, 2019

Glorious history and art, fanciful palaces, a rich imperial past all here in the city founded by Peter the Great. Sample shore excursions: The Hermitage Museum at the Winter Palace; Pushkin: Catherine's Palace; Gala Evening at Yusupov Palace; Glories of St. Petersburg.

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St. Petersburg, Russia
Arrival Date: May 19, 2019
Departure Date: May 19, 2019 Departure Time: 06:00 PM

Glorious history and art, fanciful palaces, a rich imperial past all here in the city founded by Peter the Great. Sample shore excursions: The Hermitage Museum at the Winter Palace; Pushkin: Catherine's Palace; Gala Evening at Yusupov Palace; Glories of St. Petersburg.

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Helsinki, Finland
Arrival Date: May 20, 2019 Arrival Time: 07:00 AM
Departure Date: May 20, 2019 Departure Time: 05:00 PM

One of Europe's most scenic capitals. Expect stylish and sophisticated shops on Esplanade Street. Explore the Rock Church, built entirely of stone. Sample shore excursion: Lapland, Arctic Circle & Santa Claus Tour.

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Stockholm, Sweden
Arrival Date: May 21, 2019 Arrival Time: 08:00 AM
Departure Date: May 21, 2019 Departure Time: 06:00 PM

Founded as a fortress in the 13th century, Stockholm spans 14 islands and is considered one of the world's most beautiful capitals. Sample shore excursions: Waterways of Stockholm; Royal Palace & Old Town.

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At Sea
Arrival Date: May 22, 2019
Departure Date: May 22, 2019

While at sea you can enjoy the vast amenities offered aboard the cruise ship. Craft Cruises holds various classes during times at sea.


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Kiel (Hamburg), Germany
Arrival Date: May 23, 2019 Arrival Time: 07:00 AM
Departure Date: May 23, 2019 Departure Time: 05:00 PM

Kiel is Germany's top cruise port and the cruise terminal, Osteekai, has been named one of the most streamlined cruise terminals in northern Europe. Kiel is a university town, has a naval base, and offers unsurpassed beauty with picturesque landscapes with lighthouses, steep cliffs, fishing villages and white beaches.. As the gateway to the beautiful port city of Hamburg, located on the Elbe River, Kiel is one of the most favored places to shop in the Baltic, offering a variety of shops and boutiques. A famous sailing event, the Kiel Week regatta, is held annually and the beaches of the city provide the perfect venue for the event.


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Arhus, Denmark
Arrival Date: May 24, 2019 Arrival Time: 08:00 AM
Departure Date: May 24, 2019 Departure Time: 05:00 PM

Aarhus, Denmark is a friendly, compact city full of english speaking locals with all its main attractions located within walking distance of the cruise port.

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Day at Sea
Arrival Date: May 25, 2019
Departure Date: May 25, 2019

Explore the ship and enjoy taking our various classes.


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Amsterdam, Netherlands
Arrival Date: May 26, 2019 Arrival Time: 07:00 AM
Departure Date: May 26, 2019

Amsterdam often referred to as the Venice of the north and has a storybook quality with is lovely canals and quaint architecture. No two houses are alike and it is a fun city to explore. The attractions are really too numerous to list here but guide books of things to do abound.


Amsterdam can easily assessable by foot or by bike or by boat. The city itself can be walked from end to end in about 30 to 40 minutes. Bikes easily outnumber cars in this city and can be rented very easily by tourists. Another charming way to tour the city is by boat. Boats tours offer a picturesque way to tour the city through the city's numerous canals.

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