Lithuania to Estonia Cycle

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Description

Summary

Starts
Vilnius
Duration
11 days
Languages
English
Difficulty
Medium

Description

Embark on an unforgettable 11-day journey through the enchanting landscapes of Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of rich history, stunning architecture, and breathtaking natural beauty. From the cobblestoned streets of Vilnius Old Town to the amber-rich beaches of the Curonian Spit, and from the medieval charm of Riga to the preserved old-world allure of Saaremaa Island, every day brings a new adventure. The tour includes guided walking tours, cycling expeditions, and comfortable vehicle transfers, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable travel experience. You'll also have the opportunity to explore local culture, cuisine, and traditions, making this tour a perfect blend of relaxation, exploration, and learning.

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Included

10 breakfasts - Breakfast will generally be buffet style with breads, cheese, some meats, spreads and perhaps yoghurt and muesli. There will also be juice, coffee and tea available.

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10 nights in 3 star hotels on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities

During the trip you will be accommodated in 3-4 star hotels, specially chosen for their location and service. Rooms will typically be twin share with a private bathroom. If you have purchased the optional dinner package these meals are taken at the hotel or a nearby restaurant and drinks are available for purchase through the restaurant. Most hotels will have wifi although it may be limited to the lobby.

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24-speed bike rental with pannier, handlebar bag and helmet (electric bike available - supplement applies)

Information pack with route notes and map (one set per room booked)

GPS Tracks

Support vehicle

Speedboat from Nida to Klaipeda or minibus (day 4) and return ferry ticket to Saaremaa Island

Emergency hotline

BIKES

During the trip you will be provided with a 24 speed bike with hand brakes (or on request, 8 speed bikes with back pedal bikes are available).

You will be provided with panniers to carry your gear during the day. Helmets are supplied (we request for you at time of booking) and are mandatory on all bike tours although may not be a legal requirement in the countries you will be cycling through. You can bring your own well-fitted helmet from home if you prefer, as we cannot guarantee the suitability of the supplied helmet. Electric bikes are available on standard departures for an additional cost (must be pre-booked, maximum 5 per departure) - these are usually 7 speed with back-pedalling brakes.

Locks will be provided (one for every two bikes). Please use the locks to secure your cycles every time they are left unattended (particularly overnight). Most evenings the bikes will be locked up in the hotel garage or on the support vehicle.

Note: security deposits are required - paid locally in cash, credit card, Paypal

Euro 100 - hybrid bike

Euro 200 - E-bike

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Guided 2 hour city walking tours in Vilnius, Riga & Tallinn (entrance fees extra - payable locally)

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Luggage transfer, 1 piece maximum 20kg and 1 small bag / backpack, supplement applies for excess

Internal transfers as described by air conditioned coach or minibus

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Destinations

Sigulda - town in LatviaSigulda
Trakų seniūnija - region in LithuaniaTrakai
Saulkrasti - city in LatviaSaulkrasti
Panorama of Kaunas from Aleksotas hill, Lithuania.Kaunas
Jūrmala -  in LatviaJūrmala
Saare maakond - region in EstoniaKuressaare
Scenic summer view of the Old Town and sea port harbor in Tallinn, Estonia.Tallinn
Klaipėda - city in LithuaniaKlaipėda
Palanga - town in LithuaniaPalanga
Aerial view of Vilnius old city.Vilnius
Riga - city in LatviaRiga

Map

Attractions

photo of turaida castle in Latvia.Turaida Castle
photo of powder tower (Pulvertornis) in Riga, Latvia. Since 1940 included to the structure of the latvian war museum.Latvian War Museum
Kuressaare CastleKuressaare Castle
photo of trakai. Trakai island castle. Trakai castle is a castle of vytautas and subsequent lithuanian princes on an island in lake galve, opposite the more ancient castle of keistut.Trakai Island Castle
Sõrve tuletorn, Sääre küla, Saaremaa vald, Saare maakond, EstoniaSõrve tuletorn
Photo of Tallinn Town Hall Square and old city panoramic scenery view, Estonia.Tallinn Town Hall
Krimulda CastleKrimulda Castle
Riga Castle is a castle on the banks of River Daugava in Riga, the capital of Latvia.Riga Castle
Jūrmalas pludmale, Dubulti, Jūrmala, Vidzeme, LatviaJurmala Beach
Curonian Spit National Park, Neringa, Neringos savivaldybė, Klaipeda County, LithuaniaCuronian Spit National Park
Sculpture Park, Palanga, Palangos miesto savivaldybė, Klaipeda County, LithuaniaSculpture Park
photo of aerial beautiful spring morning fog view of vilnius tv tower Lithuania.Vilnius TV Tower
Raina Park, Sigulda, Siguldas novads, Vidzeme, LatviaRaina Park
photo of hill of crosses, a unique monument of history and religious folk art, Siauliai, Lithuania, Europe.Hill of Crosses
Sääre Militaarmuuseum, Sääre küla, Saaremaa vald, Saare maakond, EstoniaSääre Militaarmuuseum

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Vilnius

  • Vilnius - Arrival day
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Welcome to Vilnius, the charming capital of Lithuania. Upon arrival, make your way to the hotel (transfer options available). Depending on your arrival time, we suggest a leisurely stroll through the old town. A welcome meeting will be held at the hotel at 7pm. Dinner is at your discretion.

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Day 2

Day 2 – Day 2: Vilnius - Trakai - Kaunas

  • Vilnius
  • Trakai
  • Kaunas
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  • Trakai Island Castle
  • Vilnius TV Tower
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After breakfast, join a guided walking tour of Vilnius Old Town, a historic center brimming with beautiful buildings and cobblestoned streets. Later, we transfer to Trakai, the former capital of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. Visit the 14th-century Trakai Island Castle, nestled on a small island in Lake Galve. We then embark on our first cycle ride through the picturesque countryside before transferring to Kaunas.

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Day 3

Day 3 – Day 3: Kaunas - Klaipeda

  • Kaunas
  • Klaipėda
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  • Jaučakių mound
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Start your day with a morning bike ride around Kaunas, followed by a scenic cycle trail along the Nemunas River. You may choose to stop at Zapyškis, renowned for its unique 14th-century Gothic church. Later, we transfer to the Baltic coast and arrive in Klaipeda, Lithuania's main seaport on the Baltic Sea. Check-in at the hotel and enjoy an optional dinner at your leisure.

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Day 4

Day 4 – Day 4: Klaipeda - Nida - Klaipeda

  • Klaipėda
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  • Nida Lighthouse
  • Curonian Spit National Park
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Today, we follow the Seaside Cycle Route along the Curonian Spit, famous for its amber and fine sand beaches. Enjoy beautiful views of the Curonian Spit separating the Baltic Sea from the Curonian Lagoon. Explore Nida, one of Lithuania's most beautiful resorts, before transferring by boat back to Klaipeda for an optional dinner at the hotel.

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Day 5

Day 5 – Day 5: Klaipeda - Palanga - Riga

  • Palanga
  • Riga
  • Klaipėda
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  • The Castle Museum
  • Sculpture Park
  • Hill of Crosses
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Start your day with a morning cycle to Palanga through the Seaside Regional Park. Upon arrival in Palanga, Lithuania's largest seaside resort, consider visiting the Botanical Garden and the Amber Museum. In the afternoon, we transfer to Riga, Latvia, stopping en route at the Hill of Crosses, a sight of thousands of crosses on two small hills. Check in at the hotel in Riga.

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Day 6

Day 6 – Day 6: Riga - Jurmala - Riga

  • Riga
  • Jūrmala
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  • Riga Castle
  • Jurmala Beach
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After breakfast, enjoy a guided walking tour of Riga's old town, a medieval Hanseatic town famous for its Art Nouveau buildings. In the afternoon, you may choose to cycle to Jurmala, the largest resort in the Baltic States, known for its long, white, sand beaches, mineral waters, and healing mud. Return to Riga and your hotel by train.

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Day 7

Day 7 – Day 7: Riga - Saulkrasti - Sigulda

  • Riga
  • Sigulda
  • Saulkrasti
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  • Turaida Castle
  • Latvian War Museum
  • Krimulda Castle
  • Raina Park
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Transfer this morning to Saulkrasti, where you can visit the Latvian Bicycle Museum. The cycle route takes you through Gauja National Park, offering spectacular views of the Gauja River valley, Gutmana Cave, Turaida Castle, and the oldest Latvian Church, Krimulda. Arrive in Sigulda, check-in at the hotel, and enjoy an optional dinner.

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Day 8

Day 8 – Day 8: Sigulda - Saaremaa - Mandjala/Kuressaare

  • Sigulda
  • Kuressaare
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  • Saaremaa muuseum
  • Angla Windmill Park
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This morning, we transfer to the largest Estonian island of Saaremaa, which has preserved all that is best about old Estonia. With little traffic and flat roads, Saaremaa provides the perfect rural setting for cycling. Travel on picturesque roads along the coast to the village of Angla with its iconic windmills. Transfer to Mandjala or Kuressaare and your hotel, where you stay for 2 nights.

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Day 9

Day 9 – Day 9: Mandjala/Kuressaare - Sõrve Peninsula - Mandjala/Kuressaare

  • Kuressaare
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  • Kuressaare Castle
  • Sõrve tuletorn
  • Sääre Militaarmuuseum
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Enjoy the ride through Saaremaa Island's wild beauty at Sõrve Peninsula, finishing at the Sorve lighthouse. Historically, the peninsula had considerable military significance, dominating the Irbe Strait and the Baltic Sea route to Riga. You may finish the day with a visit to Kuressaare, the capital of Saaremaa, a home to one of the finest preserved medieval Episcopal Castles in the Baltics. Transfer back to your hotel.

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Day 10

Day 10 – Day 10: Mandjala/Kuressaare - Tallinn

  • Kuressaare
  • Tallinn
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  • Kuressaare Castle
  • Kaali kraater
  • Tallinn Town Hall
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Take a morning ride to the Kaali meteorite crater, listed among the world's giant craters and a rare natural wonder in Estonia. En route, stop in Kuressaare, the capital of Saaremaa, home to one of the finest preserved medieval Episcopal Castles in the Baltics. Transfer by ferry and minibus to Tallinn. Check in at the hotel then enjoy a guided tour of Tallinn's old town, a vibrant cultural city with a delightful walled historic center.

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Day 11

Day 11 – Day 11: Departure from Tallinn

  • Tallinn - Departure day
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The trip concludes after breakfast. Transfers can be organised to the airport, or additional accommodation booked. Please ask our staff for details.

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