Experience the best of the Baltic at a time when the region’s greatest cities are less crowded and even more rewarding. Stopping overnight in St Petersburg, with fewer tourists around, allows time and space to take in this Russian gem’s iconic attractions with ease. See spectacular sights and sites, such as Peterhof Palace and the grandiose Church of Our Saviour on the Spilled Blood up-close by day; and feel the emotion of an evening at the Russian ballet, with a chance to watch a magical performance and meet the soloist afterwards, too. There are also visits to Tallinn – Estonia’s fairytale-esque capital – and picturesque Helsinki, for opportunities to enjoy a relaxing, crowd-free exploration of Tallinn Old Town, to marvel at medieval castles, cathedrals, churches and even meet one of the local bell ringers; immerse yourself in Finnish culture and relax like a local at a traditional sauna spa; and much more. Your journey of discovery includes chances to delight in the Scandinavian culture, architecture and heritage of the Norwegian and Danish capitals – Copenhagen and Oslo – too, with a visit to Riga is a chance to delight in the Latvian capital’s mix of gothic and art nouveau charms.