Regent Northern Europe & Baltic Cruises

Absolutely. Northern Europe is an expensive region for land travel. When you factor in the high cost of hotels, dining, and transportation in cities like Copenhagen, Stockholm, and Oslo, a Regent cruise offers exceptional value since everything—including shore excursions—is included.

Regent includes unlimited shore excursions, specialty dining, premium beverages, unlimited Wi-Fi, gratuities, and luxury suite accommodations. Select voyages and suite categories also include airfare and pre-cruise hotel packages.

Regent typically deploys Seven Seas Explorer, Seven Seas Splendor, or Seven Seas Grandeur to Northern Europe, offering guests the newest and most luxurious ships in the fleet.

The prime sailing season is June, July, and August, offering the warmest weather and the phenomenon of the Midnight Sun. May and September are 'shoulder seasons' with cooler weather but fewer crowds.

If you love history and architecture, choose a 'Classic Baltic Capitals' itinerary. If you prefer dramatic nature, choose a 'Norwegian Fjords' or 'Iceland & North Atlantic' itinerary.

Yes, unlimited standard shore excursions are included in every port. You can take multiple excursions in a single day, subject to timing and availability.

Any suite with a balcony is highly recommended (which is nearly all of them on Regent). Viewing the majestic Norwegian fjords from the privacy of your own balcony is an unforgettable experience.

It is unlikely during the peak summer season due to the Midnight Sun (nearly 24 hours of daylight). To see the Northern Lights, you would need to book a late-season sailing in September or October that goes far north, though sightings are never guaranteed.

Both are excellent, but Regent offers a more inclusive 'ultra-luxury' experience with larger suites, more dining options, premium spirits included, and a higher staff-to-guest ratio. Viking Ocean is premium/luxury with a Nordic design focus and fewer inclusions.

Fares typically start around $10,000 to $15,000 per person for a 10- to 14-night sailing in a standard suite, varying by season and exact itinerary.

Layers are essential. Even in summer, Northern Europe can be cool and rainy. Bring a waterproof jacket, comfortable walking shoes, light sweaters, and elegant resort wear for the evenings onboard.

Common ports include Copenhagen, Stockholm, Helsinki, Tallinn, Oslo, Bergen, Geiranger, Reykjavik, and Edinburgh, among many others.