Atlantis – Copenhagen to Amsterdam Pride Cruise
The Best of the Baltic
Sail into Amsterdam Gay Pride in 2010 on our first cruise to sail to Europe’s most gay-friendly city. We’ve chartered the stunning Eurodam for an unforgettable sailing from Copenhagen to the best of Northern Europe. Stunningly beautiful cities, welcoming gay-friendly cultures, and magical nights define Atlantis’ most popular summer cruise. The best of the Baltic, combined with an exciting overnight in Amsterdam to create our hottest cruise of the summer.
Atlantis brings our most popular European cruise to a whole new level next summer as we sail into Amsterdam for an overnight during their famous gay pride celebration. Whether you’ve been on several cruises or are sailing for your first time, there are few more exciting places in the world to explore by ship than the Baltic Sea. Our all-new custom itinerary offers you the best of it all, including two full days in awe-inspiring St. Petersburg.
Cruise Itinerary
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Copenhagen, Denmark
Before we set sail, the capital of Denmark will definitely make you smile. Despite being a great European capital, Copenhagen has managed to maintain the charm and character of its small fishing village roots. As the epicenter for simple, clean Scandinavian design, Copenhagen is a great place to shop for furniture and home decor. Take a stroll down the bustling Stroget; visit Kronberg Castle, the setting of Shakespeare’s Hamlet; or explore Tivoli, the inspiration for Walt Disney’s theme parks.
Tallinn, Estonia
Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, is one of the oldest cities on the Baltic Sea. Much of it has remained unchanged since its founding 600 years ago, enabling visitors to enjoy architectural marvels, like the soaring towers of Toompea Castle and the exquisite Russian Orthodox Cathedral. A romantic walk awaits as you explore the medieval cobblestone alleyways, cracking walls and old buildings from the Middle Ages. Today, Tallinn is also filled with parks, museums, sports centers, hotels and cafés.
St. Petersburg, Russia
St. Petersburg was reportedly built to resemble western cities such as London, Paris and Vienna. Although, once you see it, you’ll agree there’s nothing quite like this regal city. St. Petersburg embodies the soul of Imperial Russia, with elegant facades, glorious cathedrals and grand residences built by Peter the Great. Under Catherine the Great, the city gained new splendor with elaborate palaces, lovely parks and magnificent squares designed by French and Italian architects.
Helsinki, Finland
Occupying a peninsula and several islands, Helsinki is the sparkling capital of Finland, an elegant city of spectacular architecture, beautiful gardens, and harborside parks. The Finns have long been admired for graceful design. Helsinki’s architecture spans many styles and centuries, from medieval to neoclassical, as well as the superb ultra-modern creations by Aalto, Saarinen, and other Finnish masters.
Stockholm, Sweden
Fifty bridges connect this Swedish capital’s fourteen islands to its mainland. Undoubtedly, this was to ensure that Swedes could enjoy every inch of this magnificent city’s parks, museums, and palaces – the most famous being the 600-room Royal Palace. Make your way through the Gamla Stan, or Old Town, packed with historic buildings, shops and caf?s. Then try Aquavit, a potato based liquor, served ice-cold and drunk as a shot. Locals love it, but be warned: it’s a lot stronger than you think!
Amsterdam, Netherlands
An eclectic mix of old and new, Amsterdam’s historical charm and cosmopolitan flair are as captivating as its unique architecture. It’s a blend of cultures, but still quintessentially Dutch, with its friendly and open-minded residents welcoming you to such unique attractions as the Anne Frank’s house, the Van Gogh museum, and the Heineken Brewery. Better yet, though, the best way to see the city is on foot, strolling over its 1281 bridges.
Holland America’s First Signature Class Ship
Holland America’s new Eurodam marks a new style of ship for Atlantis and a new class of ship for one of the world’s leading premium cruise lines. This magnificent 2100 passenger ship will impress you with her panoramic ocean views, striking modern design, innovative dining, unique entertainment venues, and spacious accommodations.
The ms Eurodam features 11 passenger decks, a new Pan-Asian restaurant and lounge surrounded by panoramic views, an Explorer’s Lounge Bar, Canelletto’s Italian restaurant, a stunning two-story theater, and much more.
Following in the Holland America Line tradition, the ms Eurodam features an exquisite art collection based on the theme, "The Dutch Golden Age – An Inexhaustible Tradition". Highlighting works by Dutch masters and contemporary artists, some of the pieces featured include 17th century watercolor maps by famed cartographer Johannes Vingboons, photo realistic oil paintings by artist Jan van ‘t Hoff and The Nightwatch, Two Minutes Later, a contemporary reinterpretation of Rembrandt’s famous painting.
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