Discover the Baltics

This trip fulfilled all expectations- and more! A wide ranging and varied itinerary in three countries. It enabled me to learn about the regional history, both distant and recent, and helped me understand current geopolitics. In addition to the excellent trip leader Andrius, local guides were carefully chosen to enhance our appreciation of the various sights and cities.

great weather, company & so much interesting information

Traveling through the Baltic states was far more than a vacation—it was a journey into the heart of living history and local culture. From the moment we set foot in Tallinn, we were swept up by the city’s medieval magic, walking cobbled lanes beneath ancient spires and discovering lively cafés tucked away in secret courtyards. Each evening, as the old city glowed against the sky, it felt like we’d stepped into a fairy tale. Riga took us by surprise with its dramatic Art Nouveau architecture. Every building told a story in swirling stone and ornate detail. The Central Market—with its enormous Zeppelin hangars stuffed full of local cheeses, smoked fish, and pastries—was a sensory adventure, giving us a taste of everyday life. There was a youthful buzz to the city: music on the streets, laughter in cozy bistros, and a spirit of creativity everywhere. Spending two evenings at the Latvian National Opera and Ballet, one of ballet and the second seeing the opera “Turandot,” were fantastic (and affordable). Our time in Lithuania deepened the adventure. Vilnius radiated warmth and quiet beauty, its baroque churches and the quirky Užupis “independent republic of artists” neighborhood, with its constitution posted on mirrored panels in multiple languages, invited us to linger and explore. Strolling along the river, we reflected on the resilience woven into the region’s history. Beyond the city, Trakai Castle floating on its island was straight out of a legend. Looking back, this adventure has left us not just with memories of beautiful places, but also a greater understanding of the region, its history, and the spirit of its people. For anyone looking for a travel experience brimming with culture, warmth, and unforgettable moments, the Baltics—especially with a guide like Andrius—are an absolute must.

We normally go on walking holidays with Exodus, but due to a current mobility problem we chose this culture experience instead. It proved to be very interesting and informative and gave a valuable experience of everyday life in the region. We were particularly surprised to learn of how hard and restricted life was when the area was under soviet control. It made us realise how lucky we are to live a free life in the UK.

A well balanced trip taking in nature, history, architecture and more in this fascinating part of the world.

This part f this review is from Peter Marshall. A very enjoyable, educational and adventurous tour

A very enjoyable and interesting experience. We learnt a lot about each country from experienced guides who really new the history of each place we visited. Very varied tours ranging from lovely cities with beautiful buildings, to visits to the seaside and countryside.

Fantastic overview of three fascinating countries . I travelled with my husband, and we both thoroughly enjoyed the tour.

This is my 8th Exodus trip since 2017. I appreciate the variety in the cultural tours, such as Discover the Baltics. Over the 12-day period, we visited all three capitals of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, explored historic towns (Tartu, Kaunas, Cesis, and Klaipeda), learned about architecture (Art Nouveau in Riga and Jarmala), trekked in national parks, visited famous churches, took a crash course on Soviet occupation at famous museums, and enjoyed free time to explore on our own. The pace is brisk. Be prepared to board your bus at 9 am each day to begin your tour. There are several long days on the bus as we typically visited two venues. I highly recommend this tour. Exodus should replace two of the hotels used. They were poor. I did not like being assigned a tiny room with a twin bed. My Top 12 Memories of the Baltic Republics 1. Meandering the cobblestone streets of Old Town Tallinn, Estonia 2. Foraging for berries in Tartu National Park 3. Riding a giant adult swing between Estonia and Latvia 4. Admiring the red roofed homes of historic Cesis 5. Roaming in the sculpture garden at Gauja National Park 6. Visiting the Art Nouveau Museum in Riga, Latvia 7. Admiring the colorful wooden houses in Jurmala, a 19th century seaside village 8. Learning the etiquette of “fan flirtation” at 18th-century Rundale Palace 9. Walking the trail of tears at the Hill of Crosses in Lithuania 10. Searching for seaside stones at the Curonian Spit, a Unesco World Heritage site between the Curonian Lagoon and Baltic Sea 11. Taking a boat ride on the lake in Trakai, the former capital of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania 12. Discovering Vilnius’ old town with our Exodus Travel guide

A thorough and fast paced tour of the three Baltic countries, with a varied itinerary and lots of time in the wonderful cities. Excellent city tours throughout and a perfect guide. Loved it!

The real strength of this tour was the use of local guides who gave us their stories of life under Soviet occupation and family histories of displacement. Learning about the terrible war time history of the region was balanced by moments admiring beautiful buildings and lovely beaches and forests. There was enough free time to wander and visit a few museums - recommended the Maritime museum in Tallinn, The Occupation Museum (take a tour) and Art Nouveau Museum and Ghetto Museum in Riga. In Vilnius and Tallinn the KGB Museums. There were some long bus journeys, very flat landscape but plenty of coffee and toilet stops!

A thoroughly enjoyable, very varied and interesting holiday including the cities, countryside and seaside and an insight into the life and history of the people, a joy to see them flourishing in the freedom of independence.

A varied tour covering 3 countries, 3 capital cities, beaches, castles, country houses, cathedrals, countryside and national parks

An interesting and varied look around the Baltic countries.

A great trip, with a really good balance of sights for each of the three countries.

A busy but fascinating tour through three beautiful countries, providing a varied insight into the culture and history of the region.

A truly wonderful tour with a lovely group of like minded people led by an amazing guide.

This is an excellent trip overall with a few caveats along the way. It is certainly a great way to see the highlights of all three Baltic states, both in terms of the three capitals but also other highlights and interesting places. You will learn a huge amount about the history and culture! You will also do a lot of walking...

A very interesting trip that gave a good overview of the three Baltic States and didn't just concentrate on the three capital cities.

This was a fantastic trip! Each of the countries are unique and there is something to love about all of them. The trip itinerary is really well planned, and there is so much free time in the capitals that you can really feel comfortable just wandering around. I was lucky to be in a group with a really lovely and enthusiastic bunch of people, as well as all the memories, I even came home with a newfound enjoyment of castles.