7 nights. Denmark, Poland, Sweden

Day 1

kiel, germany

Departure: 19:30

Kiel is the capital of the German state of Schleswig-Holstein, situated on the Baltic Sea at the end of the “Kieler Förde”. The shores of Kiel Bay are lined with lively, well-sheltered seaside resorts such as Stein, Strande, Schilksee, Schönberger Strand, Laboe and Heikendorf. The northern part has hosted sailing regattas for over a century, and every June thousands of sailing enthusiasts arrive from all over the world to take part in “Kiel Week”. Kiel is renowned for a range of international sailing events, including the annual Kiel Week at the end of June, which is the largest sailing event in the world. The town hall was built between 1907 and 1911 and is dominated by a 106 m high tower. From the upper gallery you have views across the entire harbour, as far as the naval memorial in Laboe.

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Day 2

copenhagen, denmark

Arrival: 10:00 - Departure: 18:00

A decade ago, visitors came to Copenhagen just for its canals, cobbled squares, charming streets and pastel painted houses. Now this city is most known for its innovative design, cutting edge architecture and its top-rated restaurants. This historic city of canals has become trendy, cosmopolitan and exciting, without losing its old charms. The fairytale-like port of Nyhavn, the city’s legendary waterfront, is the most traditional sight of Copenhagen, where visitors enjoy the cobbled streets and colourful houses that contrasts with Langelinje quay, where the city’s most famous attraction, The Little Mermaid, is located. Walking along the Langelinje quay, the modern opera house appears on the horizon bringing tourists back into the 21st century. Another of the city’s new waterfront landmarks is the Black Diamond entertainment complex, an additional reason to travel beyond the tiny tourist-focused centre. The building itself is stunning and provides a unique opportunity to lounge in a deckchair overlooking the water. Two of the coolest areas of the city are Veesterbro and Norrebro, away from the herds of tourists. These vibrant neighbourhoods will allow the most adventurous travellers to mix with the locals and experience the buzzing atmosphere of places like the Norrebro Food Hall, a covered foodie market, or the Ralea, the restaurant where local chefs go to get food after work. Copenhagen’s coolest borough of trendy bars, design stores and eateries, where visitors can experience the culinary revolution the city has to offer, it's just a metro ride from the city centre. The less-travelled island neighbourhood of Christianshavn offers a tranquil glimpse of residential life and canal-side strolls. It’s also home to the “free town” of Christiana, a colourful alternative community built by hippies in the 1970s, which shines with galleries and cafés, and has its own, strict set of rules. Copenhagen is clean, safe and easy to get to know. It is also one of Europe’s greenest cities and its public transport would make New York green with envy. Its centre is reserved for pedestrians and strict anti-pollution laws enforced. It’s an environmentally idyllic spot with plenty of green space and bicycles often outnumber cars, so be careful of stepping out into bike lanes. Wander carefree to the world-famous Tivoli amusement park and the city’s delightful botanical garden, or take to the pavement cafés and restaurants in the summer alongside the locals. Whatever you decide to do in the Danish capital, whether you dig design and dine, or wander in wonder, Copenhagen will keep calling you back like a siren.

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Day 4

gdansk (gdynia), poland

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 17:00

For centuries, Gdynia was a small farming and fishing village on the Baltic coast. At the start of the 20th century, it developed into a seaside resort and began to attract holidaymakers, which led to a growth in the local population. After Poland regained independence in 1918, it was decided to build a Polish seaport in Gdynia, located between the Free City of Danzig (a semi-autonomous city-state under the joint administration of the League of Nations and Poland) and German Pomerania. This made Gdynia the main economic centre of the Polish Corridor. During this period, the town took on a more cosmopolitan character, with modernism becoming the dominant architectural style, and it was granted city status in 1926.

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Day 5

visby, sweden

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 17:00

Visby, the picturesque medieval capital of Gotland, is a delight in every respect. Even if you saw nothing else of the island’s many attractions, a visit to wander through Visby’s maze of cobbled lanes, lined with painted cottages where colourful wildflowers spring from cracks in the pavement, would stay with you for a very long time.

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Day 6

stockholm, sweden

Arrival: 10:00 - Departure: 18:00

Sweden's capital - a Nordic vision of waterways, parks and spire-filled skylines - is rightly celebrated as one of the most attractive cities in Europe. Spread across no fewer than 14 islands and surrounded by literally thousands of smaller, rocky islets, it blends the drama and open skies of Scandinavia with the energy, dynamism and urban cool of Western Europe. The soul of the place lies in its many facets: the stucco walls of the Old Town, the contemporary pulse of the galleries, the consumerist hum of the shopping districts, the deep tranquillity of the parklands, the thumping bass of the nightlife and, increasingly, the gourmet allure of the restaurants. Stockholm's location on the shores of the Baltic Sea means seasonal variations hit hard, and many locals will tell you that the only thing to rival the beauty of a summer's evening in Stockholm is the winter charm of its frozen lakes and snow-fringed skylines. It's certainly true that Stockholm's unique character is a major reason for its popularity among travellers and, in a continent where charismatic urban destinations are plentiful, it says a lot that the city's cultural scene is vibrant enough to rival anywhere else in northern Europe. In addition to its exhibitions, museums and concerts, it's also a deeply romantic setting in which to spend a long weekend - you'd have to be hard-hearted not to fall for the mix of preserved medieval architecture, sweeping water vistas and consistently intense nightlife. Most importantly though, it's worth emphasising just how much this is a city apart. It's the most populated urban area in Scandinavia, yet two thirds of it are still made up of water and greenery. And if this doesn't seem likely, well, you've got the perfect excuse to go and check.

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Day 8

kiel, germany

Arrival: 08:00

Kiel is the capital of the German state of Schleswig-Holstein, situated on the Baltic Sea at the end of the “Kieler Förde”. The shores of Kiel Bay are lined with lively, well-sheltered seaside resorts such as Stein, Strande, Schilksee, Schönberger Strand, Laboe and Heikendorf. The northern part has hosted sailing regattas for over a century, and every June thousands of sailing enthusiasts arrive from all over the world to take part in “Kiel Week”. Kiel is renowned for a range of international sailing events, including the annual Kiel Week at the end of June, which is the largest sailing event in the world. The town hall was built between 1907 and 1911 and is dominated by a 106 m high tower. From the upper gallery you have views across the entire harbour, as far as the naval memorial in Laboe.

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7 nights. Denmark, Poland, Sweden

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