{"id":221,"date":"2025-10-11T11:00:14","date_gmt":"2025-10-11T08:00:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.tadoley.com\/?p=221"},"modified":"2025-10-11T11:00:14","modified_gmt":"2025-10-11T08:00:14","slug":"gw-holiday-hidden-gems-gardens-of-the-baltic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tadoley.com\/?p=221","title":{"rendered":"GW holiday: Hidden gems &amp; gardens of the Baltic"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>From grand palaces to charming old towns and historic ports, this Summer Baltics cruise takes in the \u2018royal\u2019 city of Denmark and vibrant cities in Sweden, Poland and Lithuania. Hosted by gardening expert David Hurrion, your exclusive on board experience includes illustrated talks, drinks party and gardeners\u2019 Q&amp;A. Plus a feast of gardens to enjoy!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<div class=\"highlight-box\">\n<h4>Book your place now<\/h4>\n<p><strong>Tour dates:<\/strong> 20 July &#8211; 1 August 2026<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> From \u00a32,489pp<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/48OjTnA\">Book online<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Or call to book<\/strong>, quoting code <strong>Gardeners&#8217; World <\/strong>on <strong>0800 170 7233<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Cruise Highlights<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>12-night cruise aboard Ambassador Cruise Line\u2019s Ambience in a cabin category of your choice<\/li>\n<li>Full-board cuisine, including breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner<\/li>\n<li>Exclusive on-board gardeners\u2019 programme, including welcome introduction, two illustrated talks, a gardeners\u2019 Q&amp;A and farewell party<\/li>\n<li>Captain\u2019s cocktail party, Captain\u2019s Gala Dinner and Baked Alaska Parade<\/li>\n<li>A range of entertainment, including shows, plays, cabarets, live music<\/li>\n<li>Daytime activities<\/li>\n<li>Gym, swimming pools and hot tubs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Garden Highlights<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Gothenburg Botanical Garden<\/li>\n<li>The Garden Society of Gothenburg<\/li>\n<li>Frederiksborg Castle Gardens<\/li>\n<li>Eutin Palace &amp; Gardens<\/li>\n<li>Oliwski Park and Olivia Garden<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Your itinerary<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>DAY 1:<\/strong> <strong>London Tilbury<\/strong> Join your cruise ship Ambience. Time to relax before dinner and evening entertainment.<\/li>\n<li><strong>DAY 2:<\/strong> <strong>At sea<\/strong> Meet host David Hurrion for an illustrated talk on gardening, with a sneak preview of his own garden.<\/li>\n<li><strong>DAY 3: Gothenburg, Sweden<\/strong> Look out for historic canals and architecture and enjoy visits to Gothenburg Botanical Garden and The Garden Society of Gothenburg.<\/li>\n<li><strong>DAY 4:<\/strong> <strong>Copenhagen, Denmark<\/strong> Today we journey through the very best Danish countryside towards the town of Hiller\u00f8d to visit the Gardens of Frederiksborg Castle.<\/li>\n<li><strong>DAY 5: Kiel, Germany<\/strong> From this port city with a rich maritime history, we travel to Eutin, to explore Eutin Palace &amp; Gardens.<\/li>\n<li><strong>DAY 6: At sea<\/strong> Enjoy a feast of horticultural knowledge from David\u2019s illustrated talk.<\/li>\n<li><strong>DAY 7: Klaip\u0117da, Lithuania<\/strong> Wander the city\u2019s cobbled streets, admire its architecture and bask in the relaxed atmosphere.<\/li>\n<li><strong>DAY 8: Gdynia, Poland<\/strong> Arrive at this charming coastal city, then head to Gda\u0144sk to tour Oliwski Park and Olivia Garden, a green enclave nestled in the heart of the city.<\/li>\n<li><strong>DAY 9: R\u00f8nne, Denmark<\/strong> We stop to explore the quiet island of Bornholm, with its ancient fortifications and delicious local specialities.<\/li>\n<li><strong>DAY 10: Warnemu\u0308nde, Germany<\/strong> This delightful seaside town is your gateway to historic Rostock and vibrant Berlin.<\/li>\n<li><strong>DAY 11: At sea<\/strong> Time to indulge in the ship\u2019s entertainment programme, plus join the gardeners\u2019 Q&amp;A with your host.<\/li>\n<li><strong>DAY 12: At sea<\/strong> Your last cruising day, with a drinks party and farewell get-together.<\/li>\n<li><strong>DAY 13:<\/strong> <strong>London Tilbury<\/strong> Early morning arrival. Time for breakfast and farewells before your journey home.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<div class=\"highlight-box\">\n<h4>Book your place now<\/h4>\n<p><strong>Tour dates:<\/strong> 20 July &#8211; 1 August 2026<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> From \u00a32,489pp<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/48OjTnA\">Book online<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Or call to book<\/strong>, quoting code <strong>Gardeners&#8217; World <\/strong>on <strong>0800 170 7233<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Terms and conditions<\/h4>\n<p>This group departure is organised by Connoisseur Travel Service Ltd for BBC Gardeners\u2019 World Magazine. Connoisseur Travel Service Ltd is acting as agent for Ambassador Cruise Lines, and is subject to its terms and conditions. Please note all tours and places of interest mentioned, apart from the four included tours, are not included in the cruise fare and may be visited on optional tours. The experts hosting any of our cruises are subject to personal circumstances permitting. We plan to visit the gardens and ports mentioned in the itinerary, however, we reserve the right to change a visit should circumstances become necessary. All prices and information are correct at the time of going to print.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From grand palaces to charming old towns and historic ports, this Summer Baltics cruise takes in the \u2018royal\u2019 city of Denmark and vibrant cities in Sweden, Poland and Lithuania. 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