Brendan Cruise
Brendan Worldwide cruise vacations take passengers along routes of travel that have been in existence for thousands of years. Ancient trading routes and “highways” of times past are now able to be explored and enjoyed in a completely unique way. From the limestone gorges and misty mountains that flank the Yangtze River in China, to the quaint villages and historic monuments of Europe, to the domed spires and formidable structures of Russia, these cruises take travel to a whole new level.
Tours in China combine both land and river travel. Guests may start off in Beijing, seeing the sights of the Great Wall of China, the summer palace, the Temple of Heaven, Tiananmen Square and the mazes of the Forbidden City. Attend cooking schools and taste the cuisine the country is known for. Attend classic opera and dance performances, or shop for jade and calligraphy. After spending a week exploring the cultures and arts of this ancient country, passengers will board their Brendan Worldwide cruise ship to sail the Yangtze and explore the Three Gorges. Boat excursions to calm lagoons, the incredible Three Gorges Dam, bamboo forests and limestone cliffs are just a few of the incredible sights to see while cruising along the Yangtze.
In Europe, Brendan cruise lines take guests along canals that provide glimpses of the 16th and 17th century churches of Amsterdam, the Cologne cathedral and hilltop castles of Germany, the quaint towns and villages of the rural French countryside. Sample the wines of Burgundy and explore the charming sidewalk cafes and cobbled streets of Vieux Lyon. Cruise along the legendary Danube and experience the Gothic churches, toy makers, and metal workers of Nuremburg.
For those who want an Eastern European cruise experience, Brendan cruises sail to Russia, Scandinavia, the Ukraine, the Black Sea, and Istanbul. View St. Petersburg and gaze upon the tombs of great Czars, or see St. Isaac’s Cathedral and meet local villagers in the towns of Goritsky and Kirillov. Sail around Stockholm and see the Royal Palace, or take an overnight cruise to Finland where the local delicacy, blinis, and shops await. In the Ukraine, explore the beautiful city of Kiev, where a UNESCO world heritage site, the Church of St. Sofia, can be seen. Take smaller boats to islands that dot the Dnieper Delta, where local fisherman will cook up the freshest fish you’ll ever get a chance to try.
There is no shortage of activities or experiences when passengers sail with Brendan cruises. The ships offer deluxe cruise accommodations, with outside cabins and superb cuisine, wine with meals, cocktail receptions, and welcome and farewell dinners. Professional Cruise Managers are onboard all ships, and there are lectures as well as local entertainment to provide guests with a background and history of what they will be seeing.
On board, guests will also find a fitness center with state of the art equipment, as well as a beauty salon and souvenir shop. Trips with Brendan cruises give a unique perspective to the world.
