Self-Drive Tour of The Baltic States

Welcome to Tallinn, the oldest capital in Northern Europe. Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel where you can rest and freshen up. The rest of the day is yours to relax or explore the city at your leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, spend the day exploring Tallinn at your own pace. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Tallinn's Old Town, with its colorful buildings, ancient squares, and slender spires. Visit the Toompea hill, the Castle, the Cathedral, and the Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Cathedral. Don't miss the Town Hall Square, the Gothic Town Hall, and the medieval merchants' buildings. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive to Tartu, Estonia's second-largest city and a major university center. We recommend taking a detour along Lake Peipsi for a glimpse of the beautiful Estonian countryside. Upon arrival in Tartu, explore the quaint old town on foot. Overnight stay at your hotel in Tartu.

After breakfast, drive from Tartu to Riga, the vibrant capital of Latvia. On the way, stop at Cesis to visit the medieval castle, and then at Sigulda, located in the picturesque Gauja National Park. Don't miss the visit to the Turaida castle. Arrive in Riga in the late afternoon and check into your hotel for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, spend the day exploring Riga. The city's old town is a treasure trove of historical sites, including the Cathedral, Riga Castle, Swedish Gate, St. Peter's Church, Dome Square, the Three Brothers building, and the Freedom Monument. After a day of sightseeing, return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, drive from Riga to Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania. En route, stop near Bauska to visit the magnificent Rundale Palace, and near Siauliai to see the Hill of Crosses, a significant pilgrimage site. Arrive in Vilnius and check into your hotel for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, spend the day exploring Vilnius. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Vilnius Old Town, the Gates of Dawn, the Cathedral, Gediminas Tower, the old University, and St. Anne's Church. After a day of sightseeing, return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, head out to Trakai, the old capital of Lithuania. Visit the magnificent Trakai Castle, the largest of its kind in Eastern Europe, located on an island in a picturesque lake. After a day of exploration, return to your hotel in Vilnius for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, drive from Vilnius to Klaipeda, Lithuania's main seaport. En route, stop in Kaunas, the country's second-largest city. Upon arrival in Klaipeda, enjoy some free time to explore the town. We recommend a visit to Palanga, known for its beautiful sandy beaches and the Palanga Amber Museum, the largest in Europe. Return to Klaipeda in the afternoon for an overnight stay at your hotel.

After breakfast, embark on a full-day excursion to the Curonian Spit, a thin stretch of land between the Baltic Sea and the Curonian Lagoon. Visit the Hill of Witches in Juodkrante and continue to Nida, a charming seaside resort known for its high dunes and Thomas Mann's summerhouse. Return to Klaipeda in the late afternoon for an overnight stay at your hotel.

After breakfast, depart from Klaipeda and drive along the coast to Pärnu, Estonia's most popular seaside resort. En route, stop in Liepaja, a popular Latvian seaside resort. Continue through Riga and arrive in Pärnu for an overnight stay at your hotel.

After breakfast, drive to Saaremaa Island, the largest of Estonia's over 1200 islands. If the weather permits, spend some time on Pärnu beach before heading to the island. Visit the historical old town of Kuressaare and its medieval castle. Overnight stay at your hotel on Saaremaa Island.

After breakfast, explore Saaremaa by car. Visit the Panga Cliffs and the remnants of the Soviet military base. Don't miss the meteorite crater. On your way back to the mainland, stop in Haapsalu, a popular spa resort. Arrive in Tallinn in the evening for an overnight stay at your hotel.

After breakfast, embark on a full-day excursion to Lahemaa National Park. The park is known for its stunning landscapes, old fishermen's villages, and historical manor houses. Enjoy a pleasant walk on the naturalistic track on the bogs. Return to Tallinn in the afternoon and drop off your car at the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, enjoy some free time for last-minute sightseeing or shopping in Tallinn. When it's time, you'll be transferred to the airport for your departure flight. This marks the end of your memorable tour of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania.