New Year in The Baltic States
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through the enchanting Baltic capitals. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of medieval charm, vibrant urban life, and stunning natural beauty. From the historic streets of Vilnius to the lively atmosphere of Riga and the tranquil beauty of Tallinn, this tour is a feast for the senses. Explore iconic landmarks, marvel at architectural masterpieces, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of these captivating cities. With optional excursions, delightful meals, and comfortable accommodations, this tour promises an experience like no other.
Included
1st class motor coaches or 1st class minivans throughout the itinerary
7 x buffet breakfast
Welcome meeting with champagne-cocktail or juice
New Year Gala at a Riga city restaurant or at the hotel
7 x overnight at centrally located 4 star hotels
Personalized welcome package
3 hours walking sightseeing tour of Vilnius, Riga and Tallinn old town
Entrances to Old University in Vilnius, Rundale Palace and medieval Great Guild Hall in Tallinn
Service and taxes
Service of English and German speaking tour escort on all tours
Service of Italian and Spanish speaking tour escort on all tours
Service of Portuguese and French speaking tour escort on all tours
Map
Attractions
Rundāle Palace Museum
Lucavsala recreational park
Pulvertornis
Riga Art Nouveau Center, museum
Art Nouveau building
Kadriorg ParkDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Vilnius
- Vilnius - Arrival day
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Welcome to Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania! Upon arrival, you have the option to transfer to the Hotel Artis Centrum (or similar). After check-in, meet your guide who will accompany you throughout your journey.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Vilnius and Trakai
- Vilnius
- Trakai
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- Old Trakai mound
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Begin your day with a guided tour of Vilnius' Old Town, home to over 1,200 medieval buildings and 48 churches. In the afternoon, you have the option to visit Trakai, the medieval capital of Lithuania, and explore the well-preserved Trakai Castle. End your day with an optional folklore dinner at Restaurant Senoji Trobele (or similar).
Day 3 – Day 3: Journey to Riga via Siauliai and Bauska
- Riga
- Šiauliai
- Bauska
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- Rundāle Palace Museum
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Today, we head to Riga, stopping first at the Hills of Crosses in Siauliai, a sacred site in Catholic Lithuania. We then cross into Latvia to visit Bauska, home to the magnificent Rundale Palace, the former summer residence of the Duke of Courland. We reach Riga in the late afternoon and check-in at the Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija (or similar).
Day 4 – Day 4: Discovering Riga
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- Pulvertornis
- Riga Art Nouveau Center, museum
- Art Nouveau building
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Explore Riga, the largest of the three Baltic capitals, known for its diverse architectural styles. Our sightseeing tour includes a walk through the Old Town, visiting Riga Castle, the Dome Cathedral, and more. In the afternoon, you have the option to tour the Riga Art Nouveaux district and visit the Art Nouveau museum. The day ends with a fabulous New Year Gala.
Day 5 – Day 5: Leisure Day in Riga
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- Lucavsala recreational park
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Enjoy a leisurely morning in Riga. In the late afternoon, we offer an optional excursion to the Lido Recreational Centre, a large restaurant and entertainment centre. Here, you can enjoy a traditional self-service Latvian dinner before returning to the hotel.
Day 6 – Day 6: From Riga to Tallinn via Parnu
- Tallinn
- Pärnu
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We continue our journey along the coastal highway to Parnu, a popular Estonian summer resort. After a short tour, we head to Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, arriving in the early afternoon. Check-in at the Hotel L’Ermitage (or similar).
Day 7 – Day 7: Exploring Tallinn
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- Kumna mansion
- Polli Zoo
- Kadriorg Park
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Spend the day exploring Tallinn, a city that beautifully blends medieval tranquillity and modern urban life. Our sightseeing tour takes us around the old medieval city walls and into the Old Town. In the afternoon, an optional excursion is offered to Kadriorg Park and KUMU, the award-winning Estonian art museum. The evening offers an optional medieval dinner at Restaurant Maikrahv (or similar).
Day 8 – Day 8: Departure
- Tallinn - Departure day
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Your memorable 8-day tour of the Baltic capitals concludes today. You have the option to transfer to the airport for your departure. Safe travels!
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