Baltic Discovery Trip – 10 Days

Highlights

• Arrive in Vilnius and join a welcome meeting with champagne-cocktail or juice to kick off the Baltic adventure
• Walking tour of Vilnius Old Town — famous for its 1,200+ medieval structures and 48 churches — covering Vilnius Cathedral, Gediminas Tower, St. Anna's Church, the Old University, and the Gates of Dawn
• Optional excursion to Trakai Castle — the former medieval capital of Lithuania — set dramatically on Lake Galve
• Travel through Kaunas and its Baroque Town Hall, and Klaipeda, before crossing by ferry to the enchanting Curonian Spit and the charming town of Nida
• Optional half-day tour of the Curonian Spit — a 100 km stretch of land between the Baltic Sea and Curonian Lagoon — with stops at Parnidis Dune, Naglis Dune, the Hill of Witches in Juodkrante, and Thomas Mann's summerhouse
• Walking tour of Liepaja Old Town, including Trinity Church, Jurmala Park, and the former Naval Port area with its famous Orthodox Cathedral
• Guided visit to the magnificent Rundale Palace — the former baroque summer residence of the Duke of Courland — one of Latvia's most stunning architectural treasures
• Morning walking tour of Riga's celebrated Art Nouveau district and Old Town, covering Riga Castle, Dome Cathedral, St. Peter's Church, the Swedish Gate, the Three Brothers, the Guilds, and the Freedom Monument
• Optional excursions in Riga including Jurmala seaside resort, an organ concert at the Dome Cathedral, Gauja National Park and Sigulda, and the Ethnographical Open Air Museum
• Travel via Parnu, Estonia's beloved summer resort, on the scenic coastal highway north to Tallinn
• Guided tour of Tallinn's Old Town — one of Europe's best-preserved medieval city centers — covering Toompea Castle, Dome Church, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the Old Town Hall, and the Great Guild Hall
• 9 nights in 4-star hotels with daily buffet breakfast, welcome reception, and personalised welcome package included

10-Day Baltic Discovery Trip Itinerary

1. 1

   Day 1

   Arrival in Vilnius

   Arrive in Vilnius, with an optional transfer to Hotel Neringa (4*) or similar. Check in and join the welcome meeting.

2. 2

   Day 2

   Vilnius Highlights

   Breakfast at the hotel. Vilnius is famous for its 1,200+ medieval structures and 48 churches. The morning walking tour takes us through the Old Town, visiting Vilnius Cathedral, Gediminas Tower, St. Anna's Church, the Old University, and the Gates of Dawn.

   In the afternoon, you can choose to take an optional trip to Trakai, the former medieval capital, to visit the stunning Trakai Castle on Lake Galve (additional fee). In the evening, you may also opt for a traditional Lithuanian dinner at the Senoji Trobele restaurant (additional fee).

3. 3

   Day 3

   Vilnius – Kaunas – Nida

   We leave Vilnius for western Lithuania, stopping briefly in Kaunas to explore the Old Town and its Baroque Town Hall. After a short walking tour in Klaipeda, we take a ferry to the Curonian Spit and continue to Nida. Check in at the 4-star Hotel Nerija or similar. In the evening, you can opt for a traditional fisherman's dinner at "Tik Pas Jona" (additional fee).

4. 4

   Day 4

   Nida to Liepaja

   In the morning, you have the option for a half-day tour of the Curonian Spit, a 100 km stretch of land between the Baltic Sea and Curonian Lagoon, featuring fishing villages, pine forests, and sand dunes. The optional tour includes stops at Parnidis Dune, Naglis Dune, the Hill of Witches in Juodkrante, and Thomas Mann's summerhouse (additional fee).

   In the afternoon, we depart for Liepaja and check in at Hotel Art Roma (4*) or similar. For dinner, you may choose to dine at Red Sun Buffet, a beach cafe right on the sandy shore (additional fee).

5. 5

   Day 5

   Liepaja to Riga

   We begin in Liepaja with a short walk through the Old Town, including Trinity Church. Next, we explore Jurmala Park and the former Naval Port area, home to the famous Orthodox Cathedral. Continuing through Southern Latvia, we visit the stunning Rundale Palace, the former summer residence of the Duke of Courland, with a guided tour. We then head to Riga, arriving by late afternoon. Overnight at the Radisson Blu Elizabete (4*) or a similar hotel.

6. 6

   Day 6

   Riga

   Founded in 1201 by German bishop Albert, Riga is the largest Baltic capital with a rich mix of architectural styles. The morning walking tour covers the Art Nouveau district and Old Town, including Riga Castle, Dome Cathedral, St. Peter's Church, the Swedish Gate, the Three Brothers, the Guilds, and the Freedom Monument.

   In the afternoon, you can choose to visit Jurmala, a lively seaside resort known for its wooden architecture and beaches (additional fee). In the evening, attending an organ concert at the Dome Cathedral is an option (additional fee).

7. 7

   Day 7

   Riga

   Explore Riga further, then uncover medieval Latvia. This morning, you have the option to visit Gauja National Park and Sigulda (additional fee). Hear the Rose of Turaida legend and see the Episcopal Castle ruins and the Castle of the Knights of the Sword before heading back to Riga. In the afternoon, you can also choose to visit the Ethnographical Open Air Museum (additional fee), showcasing 18th-century rural life.

8. 8

   Day 8

   Riga to Tallinn

   We head along the coastal highway to Parnu, Estonia's summer resort, where we'll have a short visit before driving through the forested northern landscape. By early afternoon, we'll reach Tallinn and check in at the Radisson Blu Olympia (4*) or a similar hotel.

9. 9

   Day 9

   Tallinn

   Tallinn blends medieval charm with modern vibrancy. In summer, the Old Town is lively, with shops, galleries, outdoor cafés, and restaurants. Our tour will take you through the city walls to explore Toompea Castle, Dome Church, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the Old Town Hall, and the Great Guild Hall.

   In the afternoon, you can choose to visit Kadriorg Park and the KUMU Art Museum (additional fee), or enjoy free time. Later, you may opt for a medieval-themed dinner at Restaurant Maikrahv (additional fee).

10. 10

    Day 10

    Departure from Tallinn

    Our services end today. You can opt for an airport transfer for an additional fee. Take with you the unforgettable memories of historic sites and charming cities.

What's Included

Not Included

• International flights
• Travel insurance
• Pre & post tour accommodation
• Optional experiences
• Other activities and services not listed under Included
• City tax (payable directly at the hotel)

Additional Information

• You will receive an e-ticket for this tour.
• This tour operates year-round, subject to availability.
• The itinerary description also highlights optional tours available for an extra charge.
• Optional extras available on this tour include:
  • Transfer airport to Hotel Neringa: EUR 57 (private car, 1–3 persons) / EUR 77 (private minivan, 4–7 persons)
  • 3-hour excursion to Trakai Castle: EUR 52 pp
  • Lithuanian dinner at Restaurant Senoji Trobele: EUR 52 pp
  • Casual fisherman's dinner at Tik Pas Jona tavern: EUR 42 pp
  • 4-hour excursion to the Curonian Spit: EUR 52 pp
  • Casual dinner on the beach at Red Sun Buffet: EUR 52 pp
  • Organ concert at the Dome Cathedral: EUR 42 pp
  • 4-hour excursion to Jurmala: EUR 47 pp
  • 4-hour excursion to Gauja National Park: EUR 62 pp
  • 3-hour excursion to the Ethnographical Open Air Museum: EUR 47 pp
  • 3-hour excursion to Kadriorg Park and KUMU Art Museum: EUR 57 pp
  • Medieval dinner at Restaurant Maikrahv: EUR 62 pp
  • Transfer Hotel Radisson Blu Olympia to airport: EUR 57 (private car, 1–3 persons) / EUR 77 (private minivan, 4–7 persons)
• The sequence of the tour may change depending on the departure date.
• Tour reference code: 202955

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