Tour Metropolis of the Baltic

Welcome to Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania! Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel, the Radisson Blu Lietuva (or similar), where you can settle in and relax. In the evening, you'll attend a welcome meeting where you'll meet your fellow travelers and learn more about the exciting journey ahead.

Start your day with a panoramic tour of Vilnius, known for its medieval buildings and churches. Visit iconic landmarks including Vilnius Cathedral, Gediminas Tower, Peter and Paul Church, St. Anne's Church, the Old University, and the Gates of Dawn. In the afternoon, take an optional excursion to Trakai, the medieval capital of Lithuania, where you'll explore the well-preserved Trakai Castle. End your day with an optional Lithuanian dinner at the Restaurant Senoji Trobele.

Today, we head to Riga, the capital of Latvia. En route, we stop at the Hill of Crosses, a sacred site in Catholic Lithuania. We then cross into Latvia and visit the magnificent Rundale Palace, the former summer residence of the Duke of Courland. After a guided tour of the palace, we continue our journey to Riga, where we check into the Radisson Blu Latvija (or similar) in the late afternoon.

Spend the day exploring Riga, the largest of the three Baltic capitals. Visit the Art Nouveaux district and Old Town, where you'll see Riga Castle, the Dome Cathedral, St. Peter's Church, the Swedish Gate, the Three Brothers, the Large and Small Guilds, and the Freedom Monument. In the afternoon, take an optional trip to Jurmala, a vibrant sea resort known for its wooden architecture and sandy beaches. In the evening, you have the option to attend an organ concert at the Dome Cathedral.

Today, we delve into the medieval history of Latvia. An optional morning tour takes us to the Gauja National Park and the town of Sigulda, where we'll hear the legend of the Rose of Turaida and explore the ruins of the Episcopal Castle and the Castle of the Knights of the Sword. In the afternoon, you have the option to visit the Ethnographical Open Air Museum, a fascinating display of 18th-century country life. In the evening, enjoy an optional Latvian dinner at the stylish Restaurant Kalku Varti.

Our journey continues along the coastal highway to the Estonian summer resort of Parnu. After a short tour of the resort, we travel through the North Estonian land of forests to reach Tallinn in the early afternoon. Upon arrival, we check into the Radisson Blu Olympia (or similar).

Today, we explore Tallinn, a city that beautifully blends medieval tranquillity with modern urban life. Our sightseeing tour takes us around the old medieval city walls and into the Old Town where we see Toompea Castle, Dome Church, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Old Town Hall, and Great Guild Hall. In the afternoon, an optional excursion is offered to Kadriorg Park and a visit to KUMU, the award-winning new Estonian Art museum. The evening offers an optional medieval dinner at Restaurant Maikrahv.

Today, we offer an optional day excursion to Lahemaa National Park, where we visit Palmse Manor, Sagadi Manor, Vihula Manor, and the Vodka Museum. After lunch, we return to Tallinn to take the ferry to Helsinki. Enjoy a refreshing tour through the Finnish archipelago before arriving in Helsinki. Upon arrival, we check into the Hotel Glo Art (or similar).

Today, we explore Helsinki, a city that beautifully blends Western and Eastern culture. Our sightseeing tour takes us around the harbours and the Senate Square with the Lutheran Cathedral, up central Mannerheim Street and by the Parliament Building, the Finlandia Hall, and the Sibelius Monument and for a visit at the famous Church-in-the-Rock. The afternoon offers an optional excursion to Suomenlinna Fortress, a cultural treasure which construction was started in the 18th century as a sea fortress.

Your unforgettable journey through the Baltic region comes to an end today. After breakfast, you have the option to take a transfer to the airport for your onward journey. We hope you leave with fond memories and new friendships, and we look forward to welcoming you back on another adventure soon.