Tour of the Baltic Capitals
8 Days Starting in Vilnius and ending in Tallinn
Visiting: Vilnius, Riga, Tallinn
Tour operator:
Tour code:
GBH
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 8
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
10-99
Special diets catered:
VegetariansVegans
Tour operated in:
English , German , SpanishTrip Styles:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Discover the Baltic capitals with our 8 days tour You will see all the best spots in Vilnius, Riga and Tallinn You will get the chance to explore some unique places like the Trakai castle, the Rundale Palace and the Gauja National park In Vilnius, we will see: the old town, the Gediminas tower, the Peter and Paul Church, the St Anne church, the Old university, the Gates of Dawn In Riga, we will see: the old town, the House of the Blackheads, the Riga Dome Cathedral, the St. Peter's Church, the Freedom Monument, the Three Brothers dwelling house, the National Opera house. In Tallinn, we will see: the old town, the Toompea castle, the Dome church, the Nevsky Cathedral
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Vilnius
Location: Vilnius
Accommodation: Hotel
Arrival in Vilnius, optional transfer to Hotel Radisson Blu Lietuva**** or similar, check-in, welcome meeting.
Day 2 : Vilnius
Location: Vilnius
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Vilnius is known for its more than 1200 medievals buildings and 48 churches.
The morning sightseeing tour includes a panoramic tour of the city and a walking tour of the Old Town with Vilnius Cathedral, Gediminas Tower, Peter and Paul Church, St. Anne’s Church, Old University and the Gates of Dawn.
The afternoon offers an optional excursion to Trakai, the mediaeval capital of Lithuania with the well-preserved Trakai Castle, beautifully located on an island in Lake Galve.
In the evening enjoy an optional folklore dinner at Restaurant Belmontas.
Day 3 : Vilnius-Hill Of Crosses-Rundale Palace-Riga
Location: Vilnius
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Heading for Riga, the first stop is the ‘Hills of Crosses’, one of the most holy sites of Catholic Lithuania.
After crossing into Latvia, we soon reach the magnificent Rundale Palace, the former summer residence of the Duke of Courland.
Following a guided tour of the palace we travel through the rolling hills of Southern Latvia to reach Riga late afternoon, check-in at the Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija**** or similar.
Day 4 : Riga
Location: Riga
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Riga, founded in 1201 by the German bishop Albert, is the largest of the three Baltic capitals and boasts a real kaleidoscope of architectural styles.
The walking tour of the Old Town includes Riga Castle, the Dome Cathedral, St. Peter’s Church, the Swedish Gate, the Three Brothers, the Large and Small Guilds and the Freedom Monument.
The afternoon is reserved for an optional visit to Jurmala, the vibrant Latvian sea resort, famous for its wooden architecture and sandy beaches.
The evening offers an optional organ concert at the Dome Cathedral.
Day 5 : Riga
Location: Riga
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
The program of the day includes 2 optional excursions.
The optional tour for this morning takes us to the stunning scenery of the Gauja National Park and the town of Sigulda. We listen to the medieval Latvian legend of the Rose of Turaida and see the ruins of the Episcopal Castle and of the Castle of the Knights of the Sword before we return to Riga.
The afternoon offers an optional visit to the Riga Motor Museum which has an impressive collection of vintage car including a unique collection of old Soviet limousines from the Kremlin Garage.
In the evening we offer an optional dinner at the stylish Restaurant Three.
Day 6 : Riga-Pärnu-Tallinn
Location: Riga
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
The tour continues along the coastal highway to the Estonian summer resort of Pärnu.
We do a short tour of the resort before we continue through the North Estonian land of forests and arrive in Tallinn early afternoon.
Check-in at the Hotel Radisson Blu Olümpia**** or similar.
Day 7 : Tallinn
Location: Tallinn
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Tallinn is a charming blend of mediaeval tranquillity and modern urban life.
The mediaeval Old Town is a busy place in the summer with its many shops, galleries, souvenir markets, outdoor cafés and restaurants.
The sightseeing tour takes us around the old mediaeval city walls and into the Old Town where we see Toompea Castle, the Dome Church, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, medieval Old Town Hall and Great Guild Hall.
In the afternoon an optional excursion is offered to Kadriorg Park and visit to KUMU, the award-winning new Estonian art museum, with its collections of classic and contemporary fine art.
The evening offers an optional dinner at Restaurant Maikrahv.
Day 8 : Tallinn
Location: Tallinn
Meals Included: Breakfast
Morning breakfast at the hotel and optional transfer to airport.
What's Included
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Accommodation
7 overnights at Hotels 4*
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
Free wi-fi at the hotel (if available)
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Fully Guided
Guide assistance during the whole tour
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Local Taxes
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Meals – Breakfast Only
7 breakfast at the hotel
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Welcome meeting with champagne-cocktail or juice
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Personalized welcome package
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Entrances to Peter and Paul church in Vilnius, Rundale Palace and medieval Great Guild Hall in Tallinn
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Walking guided tour of Vilnius, Riga and Tallinn old towns
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Service of English, German, Italian and Spanish speaking tour escort on all tours
What's Not Included
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
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Country Entry Visas
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Drinks with Meals
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Entrance Fees
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Game Drives on Safari
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International Travel
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Meals – Full Board
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Meals – Half Board
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Tipping and Gratuities
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Train Tickets
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Anything not specified under included
Optional Extras
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3 hours excursion to Trakai and visit to Trakai Castle
3 hours excursion to Trakai and visit to Trakai Castle: EUR 40.00 pp
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Organ concert at the Dome Cathedral
Organ concert at the Dome Cathedral: EUR 35.00 pp
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4 hours excursion to Gauja National Park
4 hours excursion to Gauja National Park: EUR 50.00 pp
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Transfer from the Hotel to the airport in Tallinn with private car (1-3 people)
Transfer from the Hotel to the airport in Tallinn: EUR 35.00 with private car (1-3 people), EUR 55.00 with private minivan (4-7 people)
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Supplement for accommodation at superior rooms at hotels
Supplement for accommodation at superior rooms at hotels: EUR 125.00 per person
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4 hours excursion to Jurmala
4 hours excursion to Jurmala: EUR 40.00 pp
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Dinner at Restaurant Maikrahv
Dinner at Restaurant Maikrahv: EUR 40.00 pp
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3 hours excursion to Kadriorg Park and visit to KUMU
3 hours excursion to Kadriorg Park and visit to KUMU: EUR 40.00 pp
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3 hours visit to Motors Museum in Riga
3 hours visit to Motors Museum in Riga: EUR 40.00 pp
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Latvian dinner at Restaurant Three
Latvian dinner at Restaurant Three: EUR 40.00 pp
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Transfer from the Hotel to the airport in Tallinn with private minivan (4-7 people)
Transfer from the Hotel to the airport in Tallinn: EUR 35.00 with private car (1-3 people), EUR 55.00 with private minivan (4-7 people)
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Half board at hotels (7 x 3 courses dinner with coffee/tea)
Half board at hotels (7 x 3 courses dinner with coffee/tea): EUR 195.00 pp
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Folklore dinner at Restaurant Belmontas
Folklore dinner at Restaurant Belmontas: EUR 40.00 pp
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Transfer from the airport to the Hotel in Vilnius with private minivan (4-7 persons)
Transfer from the airport to the Hotel in Vilnius: EUR 35.00 with private car (1-3 persons), EUR 55.00 with private minivan (4-7 persons)
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Transfer from the airport to the Hotel in Vilnius with private car (1-3 persons)
Transfer from the airport to the Hotel in Vilnius: EUR 35.00 with private car (1-3 persons), EUR 55.00 with private minivan (4-7 persons)
Check out our Q&As
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4* hotels
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
The guides are English speaking but the we can offer the tour in German, Italian, Spanish and French
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
The tour includes a guide for the guided cities visit as well as for all the tranfsers between cities
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Are flights included in this tour?
No, flight are not included
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
All depends from the guest nationality. The Schengen visa is fine.
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
No
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes, accommodation details will be sent 3 weeks prior the departure of the tour
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes, the tour planning includes at least one half day for private visits
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What is the maximum group size?
Generally the maximum group size is 30 pax
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
The cost for visa has to be covered by the guests. We only provide invitation letter if required
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
No, only the ones specified in the program
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes, the coach has air conditioning
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, there is a supplement for single room
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
The minimum group size of 1 pax is always guaranteed
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What currencies are required for this tour?
Euro
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes, WIFI is available in the hotels
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Normal, regular
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, children are welcome for this tour
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Are pet accepted?
Unfortunately pets are not accepted
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What is the tipping policy?
We suggest 10 Eur per person for the guides and 5 Eur per person for the bus driver
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No, they are optional
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Normally we are looking for 1 luggage per participant
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes, we can offer pre and post stay at the same hotel booked for the tour. Price information will be shared separately.
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Company Instant Book
yes
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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