Discover the Baltics

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12 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

18 peopleMaximum group size

16 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

Tallinn, Estonia

Ends

Vilnius, Lithuania

Highlights

Experience the best of the Baltics: ancient castles, Cold War history and wild landscapes

Unwrap the history and culture of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania with the help of our expert tour leader

Explore the pine forests, waterfalls and sandy beaches of Lahemaa National Park

Visit the Plokstine Cold War Museum in a once-secret Soviet Union missile base

Discover the Hill of Crosses, a unique and mysterious pilgrimage site

Marvel at the magical fairytale island castle of Trakai

Itinerary

Curious about the Baltic States’ hidden gems? The 'Discover the Baltics' tour is a 12-day journey through Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania—ideal for seniors and culture enthusiasts looking for an easy-paced yet enriching getaway. Start in Tallinn and wind your way to Vilnius, visiting all three captivating capitals, ancient castles, and charming old towns along the way. Dive into Cold War intrigue at the secret Soviet missile base in Plokstine forest, and unwind amid the scenic national parks and Baltic coastline. This small-group trip blends historical depth with natural splendor, offering a thorough introduction to the region’s unique character. Its USP lies in the seamless combination of cultural highlights and wild landscapes, ensuring a well-rounded and memorable travel experience.

day 1 - Adventure starts in Tallinn

Begin your adventure in the medieval city of Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, where centuries-old architecture meets a modern tech scene and Baltic history.

Around 6pm, say tere (hello) to your tour leader and fellow travellers, when we gather as a group for the first time to get to know each other and learn more about the adventures ahead.

Your tour leader then ensures a big Estonian welcome by arranging a group dinner together.

Want to explore Tallinn further? Secure pre-tour hotel nights through your sales representative.

Meals:Dinner

Accommodation:Go Shnelli Hotel (or similar)

day 2 - Tallinn guided tour and free time to explore this fascinating city at your own pace

Today we explore vibrant Tallinn, the largest city in Estonia. The Old Town, framed by ancient city walls, is full of architectural wonders. In the morning, we have a guided tour of the city taking in some of the main attractions, including the Toompea palace and castle, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Dome Church and St Nicholas church. We then have a free afternoon to explore the picturesque Old Town, which happily lacks an invasion of modern architecture. Dive into the past as you explore cobblestone alleys with spluttering torches and secret stairways; the old town holds new surprises around every corner, even for residents. We overnight in Tallinn old town.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Go Shnelli Hotel (or similar)

day 3 - Explore the pine forests and sandy beaches of Lahemaa National Park before a guided tour around Tartu

In the morning, we leave Tallinn and journey to Tartu, stopping at Lahemaa, the largest national park in Estonia. It’s a popular tourist destination with sandy beaches, waterfalls and mossy pine forests; it also has a variety of cultural sites, including Palmse Manor and the 400-year-old fisherman’s village of Altja. After lunch, we transfer to Tartu for a guided tour. Tartu, the capital of southern Estonia, is the second-largest town in the country, with lots of local culture, including festivals, concerts and theatre exhibitions. We spend the night in a hotel in the centre of Tartu.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Hotel Tartu (or similar)

day 4 - Tour of Cesis and Gauja National Park; transfer to Riga

Historic Cesis, on the Gauja River valley, is now a celebrated art-and-culture hub. However, it’s also home to one of the finest old towns in Latvia, where red-roofed buildings with restored facades line cobbled streets. The star attraction here is undoubtedly the Medieval castle, a partly preserved fortification knocked down and rebuilt in various forms. There will be option to visit the museum in the morning.

We then transfer to Gauja National Park, a region known as Latvian Switzerland. After, we transfer to Riga.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Islande Hotel (or similar)

day 5 - Guided tour of Riga Old Town; free afternoon to explore at your own pace

This morning, the magnificent old town of Riga awaits. We will have a guided city tour taking in winding alleys, elegant boulevards and 800 renovated art nouveau buildings. We then have a free afternoon to soak up the romantic atmosphere of the city and enjoy a relaxing lunch before exploring some of the great shops.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Islande Hotel (or similar)

day 6 - Explore the seaside town of Jurmala

In the morning, we transfer by train to Jurmala, the largest seaside and spa resort in the Baltic states and known for its unique natural resources, including healing mineral waters, pine forests and dunes. The town is also home to unique wooden art nouveau architecture. After exploring the town, we will transfer back to Riga for the night.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Islande Hotel (or similar)

day 7 - Explore Rundale Palace, the Hill of Crosses and the port of Klaipeda

Firstly, we visit the 18th-century Rundale Palace, which was designed for the Duke of Courland by Italian architect Rastrelli, who also designed the winter palace in St Petersburg. Today, the palace is the most magnificent piece of architecture in the Baltic states, surrounded by impressive gardens.

We then cross the border to Lithuania and have time to explore the Hill of Crosses before transferring to Klaipeda Port for a short tour around the small old town taking in reconstructed merchant houses and the remains of Klaipeda Castle.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Old Mill Hotel or Memel Hotel (or similar)

day 8 - Transfer to the Curonian Spit and explore the dunes

We start the day with a short ferry ride across the lagoon to the Curonian Spit, a Unesco World Heritage site between the Curonian Lagoon and Baltic Sea. Here, we have the day to explore the largest drifting dunes in Europe. We will also visit the Hill of Witches and the Lithuanian sea resort of Nida to climb the Great Dune for the views. We transfer back to Klaipeda where we spend the night.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Old Mill Hotel or Memel Hotel (or similar)

day 9 - Visit the Plokstine Cold War Museum; city tour around Kaunas

We transfer to the Plokstine forest and visit the Cold War Museum, which is housed in a once-secret Soviet Union missile base. We can view the internal control facility, see decommissioned missiles, and learn more about the five-decade-long period. We then travel to the town of Kaunas, and take a walking tour of the beautiful old town, which includes the 13th-century castle, old town hall, Cathedral Basilica and Church of St Francis Xavier. We stay overnight in Kaunas.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Best Western Santaka Hotel (or similar)

day 10 - Visit Trakai Castle and transfer to Vilnius

We stop in Trakai, the former capital of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. Here we will go on a tour around the incredible 14th-century castle, which occupies a small island in the middle of the lake. We then transfer to Vilnius where we stay the night.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Comfort Hotel LT - Rock'n'Roll Vilnius (or similar)

day 11 - Guided tour of Vilnius; free time to explore

We have the whole day to explore Vilnius. There is a guided city tour in the morning and then plenty of time to explore at your own pace. The city was developed around its Town Hall and there is a great deal of diverse architecture to see. There are many narrow streets that lead to intimate courtyards, plus the larger landmarks of the castle complex, cathedral square and Royal Palace. There are also plenty of museums to dip into. We overnight in Vilnius.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Comfort Hotel LT - Rock'n'Roll Vilnius (or similar)

day 12 - Adventure ends in Vilnius

The tour ends after breakfast in Vilnius. Begin your return trip home or, if you’d like a bit more time to explore this fascinating city, speak to your sales representative about extending your stay.

Meals:Breakfast

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