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Copenhagen to Stockholm – Baltic Sea Golf Cruise
25 June to 10 July 2021 from AUD$7,611 pp twin share (+ Euro 1,000 pp + upto Euro 3,250 pp golf
supplement)
Trendsetter Travel welcomes you joining us on this spectacular 11 night Copenhagen to Stockholm
cruise, including 2 nights pre cruise in Copenhagen and 2 nights post cruise in Stockholm. Our tour
includes up to 9 games of golf and you can choose which games of golf you wish to play, whether
this is just 1 game or all 9 games. Golf includes play at three of the top seven ranked golf courses in
Sweden (significant given Sweden has 662 golf courses) and the # 1 ranked courses in Denmark,
Finland and Estonia. You also have the opportunity to play both of St Petersburg’s recently opened
championship standard golf courses. In addition, our tour offers golf in Germany.
Our home-away-from home, the 980 guest Crystal Serenity. Recently refurbished, Crystal Serenity is
a luxury ship offering the highest standards with complimentary select fine wines and premium
spirits, unlimited wifi, inclusive of gratuities, superb culinary experiences in both the main and
specialty restaurants, and excellent enrichment and entertainment possibilities. Our tour is timed
perfectly to experience the long daylight hours of the Baltic ports when the sun will not set until
after 10 pm at all ports. This makes for excellent cruising each evening while dining at magnificent
restaurants on board Crystal Serenity or eating pre and post cruise in both Copenhagen and Sweden,
two of the most scenically attractive cities in Europe.
What could be more enjoyable
than sightseeing, and swinging
your clubs, in some of Europe’s
most beautiful ports? Golfers
with non-playing partners can
enjoy their games, knowing those
partners are having an equally
fine time checking out the sights,
or relaxing onboard. Even with a
golf option, there is still plenty of
time to enjoy the various ports
with long shore days. As a single
or a couple you will have a fine time on this fabulous cruise itinerary. For singles, please inquire on
applicable single supplement rates. At times, Crystal single supplements can be as low as 27% above
the share twin pp room rate.
Apart from your cruise fare, our 4 night pre and post-cruise hotel component costs Euro 1,000 pp on
a share twin basis. This package includes 4 nights in hotels, breakfast, hotel to ship and ship to hotel
transfers, welcome drinks and our farewell dinner with drinks. The golf is priced from Euro 225
pp/round and includes shared motorised cart, green fees, coach transfers, prize money and
complimentary drinks post golf. Unique among the world’s luxury golf cruise operators, we
structure our golf programmes to satisfy those golf enthusiasts who can never play enough golf and
also those who wish to play selective golf games and leave some time to explore the many
interesting places our cruise will visit. Our highly inclusive golf programmes are priced at less than
half the cost of our international luxury cruise ship competitors.
Our Crystal cruise includes:
Complimentary beverages and
All restaurants plus in-suite dining
24 hour room service
Complimentary unlimited Wi-Fi
Return transportation pier to town
US$250 pp on-board credit and much, much more
Crystal itinerary:
https://www.crystalcruises.com.au/voyage/copenhagen-to-stockholm-ocy210627-11
Your tour hosts Adrienne Witteman and David Cooper, Directors
and joint owners of Trendsetter Travel & Cruise Centre, are both
enthusiastic golfers and are longstanding members of one of
Sydney’s prestigious golf clubs. They have golfed and cruised
extensively throughout the world.
Itinerary
Day 1– Friday 25 June 2021 – Copenhagen
Arrive independently in Copenhagen and
transfer by own arrangements to our well
located Copenhagen hotel, First Hotel
Mayfair. Copenhagen is an attractive port
city, the capital of Denmark and the centre
of most government and commercial
activity.
Meet this evening for tour hosted welcome
drinks.
Inclusions: Evening welcome drinks and accommodation
Day 2 – Saturday 26 June 2021 – Copenhagen – Golf
Today we travel north over the spectacular Oresund Bridge linking Denmark with Malmo, Sweden’s
3rd largest city. The bridge was opened in 2000 and is 16 km in length and includes a 4 km tunnel.
Apart from enjoying this fascinating 45 minute driving experience we will play the Links Course at
PGA National Sweden.
For those not golfing, there is an opportunity to independently explore Copenhagen – noting
daylight hours are 4.30 am to 10.00 pm.
Golf – Links Course at PGA National Sweden - the 7th ranked golf course in Sweden. Designed by
Kyle Phillips, one of the world’s leading golf architects, and opened in 2009. The course is designed
in a style reminiscent of some of the famous Scottish links courses (Kyle Phillips has previously
designed both Kingsbarns and Dundonald Links).
Inclusions: accommodation, breakfast and golf
Day 3 – Sunday 27 June 2021 – Board Crystal Serenity – Overnight in Copenhagen
Many may choose a relaxing morning in Copenhagen prior to boarding Crystal Serenity in the early
afternoon. However, for the golf enthusiasts, there is a chance to golf this morning at The New
Course at The Scandanavian Golf Club with a transfer following golf direct to Crystal Serenity. For
non-golfers today, you should make your own way independently to the Copenhagen Cruise
terminal to board at your convenience or transfer with the golf group to the cruise terminal.
Crystal Serenity berths overnight in Copenhagen.
Golf: The New Course at The Scandanavian Golf Club is Denmark’s #1 ranked course and in the top
30 European courses. Built by Robert Trent Jones Jr in 2010, it is less than 30 minutes drive from our
hotel. Following golf and refreshments in the magnificent clubrooms, we will be transfer to Crystal
Serenity via our hotel to collect our luggage (and pick up any non-golfers in our tour party). There is
a Euro 50 pp green fee surcharge at The New Course.
Day 4 – Monday 28 June 2021 – Copenhagen – depart 6 pm
Today is free to independently explore
Copenhagen, perhaps participating on one
of the many ship’s tours. We depart
Copenhagen in the early evening offering
spectacular views of the waterways
surrounding Denmark, Southern Sweden
and the many islands that pepper the Baltic
Sea.
Day 5 – Tuesday 29 June 2021 – Warnemunde – Germany – in port from 7 am to 9 pm -
Golf
Today we berth in Warnemunde, the port for Berlin. While the drive to Berlin takes 3 hours, a visit
to Berlin is still an attractive option particularly for those who have never visited Berlin. Berlin is one
of the most interesting cities in Europe with a famous history and many fascinating sights,
particularly since the fall of the Berlin Wall and subsequent reunification of East and West Germany.
Golf: Play today is on the Eikhof Championship Course at Ostee Golf Resort at Wittenbeck, a 35
minute drive out of Warnemunde. Following our return from golf, there is still plenty of time to visit
the port and the nearby port city of Rostov as we don’t depart until 9.00 pm.
Day 6 – Wednesday 30 June 2021 – Gdynia – Poland – in port 1 pm to 7 pm
We berth this afternoon in the Polish port city of Gdynia. Gdynia grabbed the world’s attention in
September 1939 as it was the main Polish city in the Polish Corridor, the narrow strip of land which
separated Germany from East Prussia. It was quickly invaded at the start of the World War II.
Day 7 – Thursday 1 July 2021 – Sea Day
Day 8 – Friday 2 July 2021 – Helsinki – Finland – in port 8 am to 6 pm - Golf
Helsinki is a fascinating city to explore either independently or on a ship’s tour. The city and its
shopping precinct is but a short walk from where Crystal Serenity will berth. There are two military
history museums worth visiting to experience Finland’s turbulent past including its famous Winter
War with Russia in late 1939/early 1940 when Finland put up a heroic defence following its
unprovoked attack by Russia.
Golf: Today we have a scenic drive north of Helsinki to play the # 1 course in Finland, Kytaja Golf
Club - South East Course, for a shotgun start. Kytaja has a Euro 25 pp green fee surcharge.
Day 9 – Saturday 3 July 2021 – St Petersburg – in port from 7 am – Golf
Crystal Serenity spends 3 full days berthed in St Petersburg allowing plenty of opportunity to visit the
sites of this city and the opportunity to play one or both of St Petersburg’s recently constructed 18
hole championship golf courses.
St Petersburg is one of Europe’s most
famous cities, once home to the Russian
Czar. There are many famous palaces,
none more impressive than the Hermitage,
and now one of the world’s leading art
galleries. Unless you are on one of the
Trendsetter Travel golf excursions or on a
Crystal shore excursion, you will need a
Russian Visa to independently explore St
Petersburg.
Golf: Today we play Petrohof Golf Club, a
45 minute drive from where our ship is berthed.
Day 10 – Sunday 4 July 2021 – St Petersburg - Golf
Golf: Today we play Gorki Golf Club. Opened in September 2015, this is a links style course with
pleasant club rooms to relax in after our round.
Day 11 – Monday 5 July 2021 – St Petersburg – depart port 7 pm
Today is a free day in St Petersburg to
explore St Petersburg at your leisure
(although a Visa is required). However,
Trendsetter has organised its own full day
tour of St Petersburg including visits to the
Hermitage (the adjoining image is of The
Hermitage), lunch and a visit to Peterhof
Palace. Trendsetter’s tour will have a cost
of circa Euro 200 pp and is priced at a
significant discount to comparative tours
offered by Crystal.
Day 12 – Tuesday 6 July 2021 – Tallinn – Estonia – in port 8 am to 6 pm - Golf
For many, Estonia is a new country to visit. Within walking distance of the cruise terminal, is the
historic city of Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. This medieval town centre is a must to visit for those
not golfing.
Golf: Today we take a 40 minute scenic drive from the port through the Estonian countryside to play
Niitvalja Golf Club, one of Estonia’s expanding number of golf clubs. It has been voted the # 1
course in Estonia for the past 3 years.
Day 13 – Wednesday 7 July 2021 – Stockholm in port 8.00 am (Overnight) - Golf
Stockholm is the capital of Sweden and one of the loveliest cities in Europe. It features a beautiful
harbour dotted with many islands.
Golf – Bro Hoff Slott is just over a 30 minute drive and its Stadium Course is the number # 1 ranked
course in Sweden (and in the top 20 ranked European courses). Opened in 2007, it was designed by
Robert Trent Jones Jr and is centred around the renovated Bro Hoff Castle. A Euro 75 pp surcharge
applies.
Day 14 – Thursday 8 July 2021 – disembark from 8 am - Stockholm
For those taking the Stockholm extension, you will be transferred by coach to At Six Hotel, your
centrally located Stockholm hotel. You have a free day to explore the wonderful city of Stockholm
with no golf option offered. This may include walking down to the historic Gamla Stan section of the
city or visiting the interesting ABBA museum. Alternatively, just walking around the city is a great
experience with the many outdoor cafes to enjoy a coffee, beer or wine. You are visiting Stockholm
at the best time and can expect day time temperatures in the mid 20 degree range with daylight
hours extending until after 10 pm.
Inclusions: coach transfer from ship to hotel and overnight accommodation
Day 15 – Friday 9 July 2021 – Stockholm – Golf
For the non-golfers, today is a second day for independent exploration. Tonight we have our
farewell dinner, including pre-dinner drinks and wine during dinner hosted by Trendsetter Travel.
Golf: After a leisurely breakfast, we coach
less than 30 minutes to Ullma Golf Club,
the Jack Nicklaus re-designed (2013) course
and host of many European PGA tour
events, including the 1985 event won by
Australia’s own Ian Baker-Finch. Currently
ranked in the top 5 golf courses in Sweden
and with Bro Hof Slott, it is one of the top
2 golf courses in Stockholm. A surcharge of
Euro 75 pp applies.
Inclusions: accommodation, breakfast, golf and dinner (including drinks)
Day 16 – Saturday 10 July 2021
Your tour finishes after breakfast.
Inclusions: breakfast
PTO
Cost of Golf Games
Golf Course Date Base Cost for
Day (PP)
Surcharge
(PP)
Total Cost
(PP)
Links Course at PGA National
Sweden (Copenhagen
Sweden)
26 June 2021 Euro 225 pp Euro 225 pp
The Scandinavian Golf Club
(New Course) (Copenhagen)
27 June 2021 Euro 225 pp Euro 50 pp Euro 275 pp
Ostee Golf Resort
(Warnemunde) 29 June 2021 Euro 225 pp Nil Euro 225 pp
Kytaja Golf Club (Helsinki) 2 July 2021 Euro 225 pp Euro 25 Euro 250 pp
Peterhof Golf Club (St
Petersburg)
3 July 2021 Euro 225 pp Nil Euro 225 pp
Gorki Golf Club (St
Petersburg)
4 July 2021 Euro 225 pp Nil Euro 225 pp
Niitvalja Golf Club (Tallinn) 6 July 2021 Euro 225 pp Nil Euro 225 pp
Bro Hof Slott Golf Club
(Stockholm)
7 July 2021 Euro 225 pp Euro 75 Euro 300 pp
Ullma Golf Club
(Stockholm)
9 July 2021 Euro 225 pp Euro 75 Euro 300 pp
Total Cost if play all 9
games
Euro 2,025
pp
Euro 225
pp
Euro 2,250
pp
Cost of Golf Programme (ex
golf) twin share
Euro 1,000
pp
Euro 1,000
pp
Total Cost of Golf
Programme (including 9
games of golf)
Euro 3,025 Euro 225
pp
Euro 3,250
If you wish to stay the 2 nights in both Copenhagen and Stockholm, you pay Euro 1,000 pp
(twin share) and then add the cost per golf game of the courses you choose to play.
The Finer Details ...
ALL Trendsetter clients, unique to our golf tour, will receive an on-board credit of US$250 per person this is courtesy of Trendsetter Travel being a Virtuoso agency. We separate our tour pricing into the 11 night cruise and 4 night pre and post cruise hotel component with the golf programme.
Stateroom/Penthouse/Suite Category
Cruise Component - Price pp twin/double share
Golf Supplement – 4 nights of 4/5 star accommodation and up to 10 games of golf
Deluxe Stateroom with Large Window (20 sqm) – C1, C2 and C3
Range from AUD 7,611 to AUD 8,682 pp
Between Euro 1,000 pp to Euro 3,250 pp
Deluxe Stateroom with Balcony (25 sqm – incl balcony) P1, P2, A1, A2, B1, B2 and B3
From AUD 10,109 to AUD 11,109 pp
Between Euro 1,000 pp to Euro 3,250 pp
Penthouse with Balcony (37 sqm – incl balcony) PH & SH
AUD 16,322 pp Between Euro 1,000 pp to Euro 3,250 pp
The fares are current at the time and are price protected by Trendsetter Travel’s group contract for C3 and B1 stateroom categories. Past passenger Crystal Society savings are available and equal 2.5% of the cruise fare (ex taxes). An additional 2.5% discount is available where payment in full is made 9 months prior to departure. Normal Crystal Booking Terms and Conditions can be found on http://www.crystalcruises.com.
25% deposit is payable on booking the cruise fare and A$1,000 pp on the golf package (not applicable for non golfers unless staying with group in Copenhagen and Stockholm). The balance (including golf package) is payable 120 days from sailing. Cruise fare is cancellable without penalty up to 120 days from sailing but is subject to a AUD 100 pp administration fee (available as a rebate on a future Crystal booking made within 12 months of the cancellation). The golf deposit is not refundable but can be used as a credit against the golf programme of any Trendsetter golf cruise booked within 18 months of the date of cancellation. While the golf package is calculated in Euro, it is payable in AUD (less deposit paid) at a rate better than the best available quoted AUD/EUR rate by one of the 4 major Australian banks.
You can choose whatever number of games you prefer from no golf to up to 9 games of golf. Golf Package is priced at Euro 225 pp/round although a surcharge applies to 4 of the golf courses with higher than average green fees (refer previous page).
Single cruise fares are available and applicable pricing is available on request. TRAVEL INSURANCE IS
STRONGLY RECOMMENDED FROM THE TIME OF DEPOSIT.
The provision of the up to 9 game golf package has been priced competitively and is only available where the
cruise fare is purchased through Trendsetter Travel. The golf package includes green fees, coach transfers,
motorised carts, drinks post golf and prize money each game (but does NOT include golf club hire).
Trendsetter has booked the courses as specified but cannot be held responsible for any cancellation or change
to the ship’s itinerary due to weather or any other event or late amendment by the golf course. In addition,
Trendsetter Travel reserves the right to change golf courses or hotels if, in its opinion, it is in the best interests
of the tour party (eg if it advised that course maintenance works will take place shortly prior to our golf game
or if there are insufficient motorised carts). If such an event occurs and Trendsetter cannot organise an
alternative golf course, Trendsetter will refund to you any refund available. Please contact Trendsetter Travel
& Cruise Centre for further information on this cruise:
Tel. David Cooper on mobile 0413 010 638
Email [email protected]
Website www.trendsettertravel.com.au – refer Golf Cruises