The area between the Gulf of Bothnia and the Gulf of Finland is considered one of the most attractive sailing areas in the Baltic Sea. The Stockholm archipelago, the Åland Islands and the sights of the southern Finnish coastal region offer scenic and cultural variety from the first to the last day of your trip. Discover two of Northern Europe's most beautiful cities: the journey begins in the Swedish capital Stockholm and ends in the medieval city of Turku. A longer stopover is planned in Mariehamn on the Åland Islands.

Our crew welcomes you aboard in the harbour of Sweden's capital. Embarkation takes place at 7 p.m., followed by dinner where you can get to know the crew members and your fellow travellers in a relaxed atmosphere. You will immediately feel at home in the salons and on the decks of the Eye of the Wind.

You can reach Stockholm from many international airports.

Our sailing area: across the Baltic Sea to Finland

We begin by exploring the rocky archipelago off Stockholm. Here in the calm coastal waters, atmospheric moments make for perfect holiday memories. The wind pushes us northeast across the vastness of the Baltic Sea. The steady rocking of the ship's hull in the waves, the vastness of the sea and the quiet creaking of the rigging are the best ingredients for a relaxing holiday experience. It's time for you to get to know the ship as a place of tranquillity where you can leave behind the flood of information and the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Summer, sea and island time

Åland has 6,700 inhabited islands and 20,000 smaller islets and skerries. The port and shipping town of Mariehamn is located on a narrow headland between two bays and the ports of Västerhamn and Österhamn. Mariehamn is known as the "city of a thousand lime trees" because of the numerous lime trees lining the avenue that runs through the city. Discover a city that has a lot to offer – shops, restaurants and cafés, as well as beautiful nature and architecture. With the most hours of sunshine in Scandinavia, Åland offers long days on the beach, relaxed cycling, hiking and kayaking tours. The Bomarsund Fortress and the impressive Maritime Museum are well worth a visit. Sights, museums, medieval churches and galleries, lighthouses and excursion islands, hiking trails and observation towers, cafés, restaurants and farm shops are the gems of Åland that are waiting to be discovered.

The route described here may change at short notice due to prevailing wind and weather conditions. The ship's command will decide on stopovers and the course of the voyage, taking your wishes into account whenever possible. This way, you will experience the trip as a pleasant mix of adventure and comfort, participation and enjoyment.

• 7 nights on the traditional sailing ship Eye of the Wind.
• Accommodation in a comfortable double cabin (single cabin at extra cost, if available).
• Full board (incl. all meals; water / coffee / tea).
• Saloon with TV / DVD player and extensive on-board library.
• Hot and cold running water, shower and toilet in each cabin, bed linen, towels and air conditioning.

• Arrival and departure, shore excursions, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages.
• For the individual planning of your arrival and departure, we will be happy to arrange a reliable partner travel agency for you, please contact us in good time if required.