Star Collector: Northern Europe’s Treasures & Pleasures via the Kiel Canal27 nights, call for pricing

Itinerary

Iconic European cities, renowned masterpieces, and little-known Atlantic fishing villages are frequent milestones throughout this exceptional 28-day exploration of Northern Europe. Hone your wine tasting knowledge while sampling Bordeaux's left- and right-bank wines paired with artisan French cheeses and flaky rustic breads. Walk the sandy stretches of Normandy beaches where allied forces landed the largest invasion force in human history, then spend a late evening in Rouen enjoying Norman fish stew and traditional bouillabaisse dishes paired with regional ciders. Ride up the Eiffel Tower and walk around the grounds surrounding Notre Dame Cathedral on Île de la Cité, the oldest settled island in the middle of Paris. Pedal a bike in the evening along Amsterdam canals. Transit the calm 61-mile Kiel Canal to Travemünde at the outskirts of Lübeck, where you can wander Medieval cobblestone streets and sample the city's famed marzipan. Attend an elegant Russian ballet performance and linger late during an overnight St. Petersburg stay before concluding your journey with Nordic sensibilities in Helsinki and Stockholm.