Highlights of Baltic States in 8 Days (Guaranteed Departure)
Start: Vilnius Finish: Tallinn
Duration: 7 Nights
Physical rating: Low
Special diets catered: Vegans, Vegetarians, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal
Tour Operator: Travel Addicts Club
Group size: 2 - 31
Age range: 0-99
Tour operated in: English
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Tour Overview
This tour is about you getting to know Baltic countries: traditions, similar yet original culture and history. There’s so much to see and to feel in here! You’ll start in Vilnius – marvelous historical city with 48 churches, green parks and cozy Old Town’s streets. Keep in mind all red roofs of Vilnius because these roofs will be the first recognizable thing in Riga. Some say Vilnius and Riga are quite similar, others deny this – well, you’ll get the chance to compare it by yourself. Your last stop on this beautiful journey – charming Tallinn with all secrets, stories and legends about it. Take this tour and find your favorite Baltic country!
Highlights
Compare Tallinn, Vilnius and Riga architecture, sights and lifestyle to feel the difference- Take your time to enjoy the nature in Gauja National Park, Parnu resort
- Visit the Hill of Crosses
Places You'll See
Cities & Attractions:
Vilnius
Riga
Tallinn
Itinerary
Day 1
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ARRIVAL VILNIUS
Location: Vilnius, Vilnius
Accommodation: Hotel
Arrival in Vilnius, optional transfer to Hotel Radisson Blu Lietuva**** or similar, check-in, welcome meeting.
Day 2
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VILNIUS
Location: Vilnius
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Vilnius is known for its more than 1.200 medieval 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 medieval 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
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VILNIUS-RIGA
Location: Hill of Crosses, Rundāle Palace Museum
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Heading for Riga, the first stop is the Hill 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 Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija**** or similar.
Day 4
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RIGA
Location: Riga
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Founded in 1201 by the German bishop Albert, Riga 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
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RIGA
Location: Riga
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
After we got acquainted with Riga we have the possibility of discovering medieval Latvia. 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 Riga Motor Museum which has an impressive collection of vintage car including a very unique collection of old Soviet limousines from the Kremlin Garage. In the evening enjoy an optional Latvian dinner at the stylish Restaurant Three.
Day 6
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RIGA-TALLINN
Location: Riga, Tallinn
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
The tour continues along the coastal highway to the Estonian summer resort of Parnu. 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 Olympia**** or similar.
Day 7
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TALLINN
Location: Tallinn
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Tallinn is a charming blend of medieval tranquillity and modern urban life. The medieval 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 medieval city walls and into the Old Town where we see Toompea Castle, 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 medieval dinner at Restaurant Maikrahv.
Day 8
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TALLINN DEPARTURE
Location: Tallinn
Meals: Breakfast
Optional transfer to airport.
What's Included
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Meals – Breakfast Only
7 x buffet breakfast
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Welcome meeting with champagne-cocktail or juice
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
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Accommodation
7 overnights at centrally located 4 star hotels
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Local Taxes
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Personalised welcome package
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
Transportation with a comfortable cus to all locations as per itinerary.
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Fully Guided
Service of English and German speaking tour escort on all tours
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Entrance Fees
Entrances to Peter and Paul Church in Vilnius, Rundale Palace and medieval Great Guild Hall in Tallinn
What's Not Included
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Country Entry Visas
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Optional transfer to the airport
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Tipping and Gratuities
Your Peace of Mind Options
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Low Deposit
Travel Addicts Club requires a deposit of 30% to secure a place on this tour, and the final balance is not due till 33 days before departure..
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Secure payments
All payments to TourHub are deposited into an externally regulated Trust account.