12-Day Journey Through the Baltic Capitals

Welcome to Stockholm, the capital of Sweden! Upon your arrival at the airport, our representative will greet you and arrange your transfer to the hotel. Once you've settled in, check the information boards in the hotel reception area for details about the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers.

Today, we delve into the beauty and history of Stockholm, a city built on 14 islands. Our sightseeing tour takes us to the lively old quarter of Gamla Stand, where we'll visit the Nobel Museum and admire the monumental buildings around Stortorget, the main square. We'll also enjoy a panoramic view of the city from the Fjällgatan viewpoint. The afternoon is yours to explore at your leisure. You might want to visit the city's museums and parks or take an optional tour to the City Hall and the Vasa Museum.

Enjoy a day at your leisure in Stockholm. You can explore more of the city or simply relax and soak up the atmosphere. In the evening, we board a modern ferry for an overnight journey to Finland. You'll stay in comfortable double cabins with private bathrooms, ensuring a restful night's sleep as we sail towards our next destination.

As we arrive in Finland, we recommend you to witness the sunrise from the ship's deck, offering mesmerizing views of the forest-covered Aland Islands. After disembarking, we'll explore the Swedish-influenced city of Turku before moving on to the picturesque seaside town of Naantali. Our journey continues to Helsinki, where we'll arrive around lunchtime. Spend the afternoon exploring this vibrant city at your leisure, taking in its old market, Russian-influenced buildings, and churches.

Today, we embark on a boat trip to the Suomenlinna Islands, home to a historic fortress that has been declared a World Heritage site. After exploring the islands, we'll board a ferry to Estonia. Enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding islands as we depart from Helsinki. Our destination for the day is Tallinn, the charming capital of Estonia.

We spend the day exploring Tallinn, a city renowned for its well-preserved medieval center. Our sightseeing tour will take us around the city's walls, churches, squares, and medieval streets brimming with tourist attractions. You'll have the afternoon free to explore more of this enchanting city at your own pace.

Today, we journey through the forests and plains to Parnu, a popular spa city in Estonia. We then cross into Latvia, visiting the medieval castle in Turaida and taking a stroll in Sigulda, a charming city set in a beautiful area. Our journey continues with a stop at the Salaspils Memorial, a poignant reminder of the Nazi regime's victims. We'll arrive in Riga, the capital of Latvia, in the evening.

We'll spend the day exploring Riga, the most populated city among the Baltic countries. Our city tour will take us through the cultural town center, the medieval old town, and the well-preserved vestiges of the Soviet rule. The city is also known for its stunning Art Nouveau architecture. You'll have the afternoon free to explore more of Riga at your leisure.

We depart for Lithuania early in the morning, making a stop at the Baroque Palace of Rundale, designed by the same architect who created Saint Petersburg's Hermitage Museum. As we cross into Lithuania, we'll visit the Hill of Crosses, a symbol of the country's strong Catholic influence. We'll also explore Trakai, home to a beautiful castle located on an island in a lake. We'll end the day in Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania.

Today, we'll take a sightseeing tour of Vilnius, a city built on seven hills. We'll explore the city center, with its Baroque churches, walls, castle, market streets, and medieval houses. You'll have the afternoon free to explore more of Vilnius at your leisure.

Today, we continue our journey to Poland. We'll visit Grutas Park, also known as 'Stalin's World', a park filled with statues from Soviet times. We'll stop for lunch in the charming lakeside town of Augustow before continuing to Warsaw, the capital of Poland, where we'll arrive at the end of the day.

On our final day, we'll take a city tour of Warsaw with a local guide. We'll explore the charming old town, the Royal Palace, and the Palace of Culture, a gift from the Soviet Union. We'll also visit Lazienkowski Park, home to the Chopin monument. In the afternoon, you'll have free time to visit the city's museums or stroll through its bustling center. As the day ends, so does our unforgettable journey through Northern Europe. Please check your flight time in case you need an additional night's stay.