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Discover the best of the Baltics and the Finnish capital Helsinki on this exciting 10 day tour. Starting in the charming Lithuanian capital of Vilnius, travel north via the revered Hill of Crosses to Latvia and Estonia. Take in the highlights of the three Baltic capitals, including Riga's beautiful archtecture and Tallinn's picturesque Old Town, complete with Medieval buildings and Gothic spires. End your adventure exploring the vibrant seaside city of Helsinki.

For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more download our Trip Notes

Tour Overview

Duration

10 days

Starts

Vilnius

Ends

Helsinki

Range

Handpicked

Tour Guide

Yes - escorted by a tour leader

Group Size

Min 2 / Max 36

Minimum age

5 yrs, accompanied by an adult

Departs

Sundays

Hotel Rating

4 star hotels

Countries

Estonia, Finland, Lithuania, Latvia

Arrival Transfer

Yes

Departure Transfer

Yes

Meals included

Breakfast: 9
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$2,015.00
USD$1,612.00
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USD$800.00
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Tour Highlights

Vilnius - Explore Lithuania's charming capital which has one of the largest surviving medieval old towns in Northern Europe
Riga - Uncover the highlights of Riga, Latvia's vibrant capital, with a tour of the Art Nouveaux District and Old Town
Tallinn - Learn about the history of Estonia's charming capital and explore the picturesque Old Town of this medieval city
Rundale Palace - Marvel at this magnificent palace, a former summer residence of the Duke of Courland
Siauliai - Marvel at the Hill of Crosses, one of the holiest sites of Catholic Lithuania, where over 200,000 wooden crosses have been erected on a small hill
Parnu - Take a stroll around this beautiful Estonian summer resort town
Helsinki - Discover the sleek & stylish design of the city which is coupled with magnificent architecture as we visit the Lutheran Cathedral, Mannerheim Street and the famous Church-in-the-Rock

Included

9 nights 4 star hotels (optional hotel dinner supplement available for days 1 to 7 = 7 x 3-course dinner with coffee/tea)
9 breakfasts
One arrival transfer on Day 1 and one departure transfer on Day 10 included per booking
Sightseeing tours of Tallinn, Vilnius, Rundale Palace, Riga and Helsinki
Entrance to Peter and Paul Church in Vilnius, Rundale Palace, the Great Guild Hall in Tallinn and the Church-in-the-Rock in Helsinki
Escorted by a bi-lingual (English and German speakiing) tour leader, with English speaking guides for city tours
All relevant transportation in private modern vehicles
One way ferry ticket Tallinn-Helsinki (2nd class)
Welcome meeting with a champagne-cocktail or juice
Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go. Minimum group size 2 - maximum 36.

Not Included

International flights and visas
Tipping - an entirely personal gesture

Itinerary

Day 1 - Vilnius

Upon arrival at Vilnius airport you'll be met and transferred to our hotel in the heart of the Lithuania's capital. The rest of the day is at free for you to independently explore. A welcome meeting will be held this evening, in the lobby, at approx 7pm.

Overnight: Vilnius

Day 2 - Vilnius Tour

Historic Vilnius is home to over 1200 medieval buildings and 48 churches and this morning we explore the Old Town on a guided tour and discover some of the highlights of this captivating city, which dates back to the early 14th century. Starting with a visit to Vilnius Cathedral, built in 1783, we then continuing to Gediminas Tower, a small castle that has withstood many attacks over the years. We'll also visit the Peter and Paul Church, St. Anne's Church, the Old University and the Gates of Dawn.

This afternoon is free for you to spend at leisure or join an optional excursion to Trakai, the medieval capital of Lithuania. Here you'll visit the magnificent Trakai Castle which stands on an island in Lake Galve.

This evening there's an optional Lithuanian dinner.

Overnight: Vilnius
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 - Hill Of Crosses

Vilnius - Riga (Latvia). Today we travel to Riga, stopping en route to visit the revered Hill of Crosses and Rundale Palace. The Hill of Crosses is a striking pilgrimage site, located in Northern Lithuania, where over 100,000 crosses of varying sizes have been placed on a small hill. Crossing into Latvia we continue our journey north to the magnificent Rundale Palace, built for the Duke of Courland. Started in 1736 and completed in 1768 this Baroque palace is surrounded by manicured gardens. After a guided tour of the palace we travel across the rolling hills of Southern Latvia to Riga, arriving in the capital late afternoon.

Overnight: Riga
Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 - Riga Old Town

This morning we explore Latvia's charming capital, Riga. Founded in 1201 by the German bishop Albert, it is the largest of the three Baltic capitals. On our walking tour of the Old Town we 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.

This afternoon is free for you to explore Riga independently. Alternatively you can join an optional excursion to Jurmala, a vibrant Latvian seaside resort, famed for it's sandy beaches and pretty wooden architecture.

This evening there is an optional organ concert at the Dome Cathedral.

Overnight: Riga
Meals: Breakfast

Day 5 - Riga optional excursions

Today offers free time to further explore Riga independently or join our optional excursions. In the morning you can discover medieval Latvia on an optional tour of stunning Gauja National Park and the town of Sigulda. We listen to the medieval Latvian legend of the Rose of Turaida and see the ruins of the Episcopal Castle and of the Castle of the Knights of the Sword before returning to Riga.

In the afternoon there an optional visit to the Ethnographical Open Air Museum, with its spacious exhibition of 18th century country life.

Overnight: Riga
Meals: Breakfast

Day 6 - Parnu

Riga - Parnu - Tallinn (Estonia). We continue along the coastal highway this morning, crossing the border into Estonia and making our way to the beautiful summer resort town of Parnu. We enjoy a short tour of Parnu before making our way through the lush forests of Northern Estonia. Arriving into Tallinn this afternoon the rest of the day is at leisure.

Overnight: Tallinn
Meals: Breakfast

Day 7 - Tallinn

This morning we embark on a sightseeing tour of Tallinn, the third Baltic capital. This picturesque city offers a charming blend of medieval and modern. The beautiful Old Town is a friendly, bustling place during the summer months with locals and tourists sampling the many fantastic cafes, galleries and shops. The 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, medieval Old Town Hall and Great Guild Hall.

This afternoon is free to explore Tallinn independently or you may wish to join an optional excursion to Kadriorg Park and a visit to the KUMU, the award winning new Estonian art museum.

This evening there's an optional medieval dinner in the Old Town.

Overnight: Tallinn
Meals: Breakfast

Day 8 - Tallinn to Helsinki

Tallinn - Helsinki (Finland). This morning there's an optional day excursion to Lahemaa National Park, where we visit Palmse Manor, a memorial to the von Pahlen family, and Sagadi Manor. The tour ends with a visit to the charming 16th century Vihula Manor and the Vodka Museum. After a break for lunch we head back to Tallinn to take the ferry to Helsinki. Enjoy the scenery en route as we travel through the Finnish archipelago en route to Finland's seaside capital. Upon arrival we are transferred to our hotel.

Overnight: Helsinki
Meals: Breakfast

Day 9 - Helsinki

This morning we explore Helsinki, the green and lively Finnish capital. Our guided tour takes us around the harbours and Senate Square with its Lutheran Cathedral, we will also see the Parliament Building, the Finlandia Hall and the Sibelius Monument before visiting the famous Church-in-the-Rock.

In the afternoon there's an optional excursion to the 18th century Suomenlinna Fortress, a cultural gem set on an island.

Overnight: Helsinki
Meals: Breakfast

Day 10 - Helsinki

Our tour ends after breakfast today with an included transfer to Helsinki airport.

Meals: Breakfast

Extras and add-ons

If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.

Pre and Post Tour Accommodation

Extend your tour with us by booking pre and post-accommodation, available at a per-person, per-night rate.

Pre tour accommodation - Vilnius

Double

$65per passenger

Twin

$65per passenger

Single

$105per passenger

Post tour accommodation - Helsinki

Double

$85per passenger

Twin

$85per passenger

Single

$155per passenger

Additional Excursions

Enhance your tour with these optional extras, helping you to get the most from your adventure.

Dinner Supplement

$285

per passenger

Hotels

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.

If you are interested in booking pre or post-tour accommodation, here are some of the hotels we typically use.

Hotel Radisson Blu Lietuva
Vilnius

Standing on the banks of the River Neris, the Radisson Blu Hotel Lietuva is in the heart of Lithuania’s capital. Its sleek and modern-style guestrooms are equipped with plenty of amenities including free high-speed WiFi. Guests can enjoy a fresh meal at any time of day, with the onsite Riverside Restaurant serving a wide-ranging buffet of international favourites. The hotel also boasts a fitness centre, Nordic sauna, jacuzzi and beauty salon, with the Skybar being the perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine and the beautiful city views.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel
Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija
Riga

Ideally situated in the centre of Riga just 400 meters from the historical old town, the Radisson Blu Hotel Latvija offers impressive views over the city. The contemporary styled guestrooms are spacious and well equipped to cater for those visiting for leisure, business and even families with children. Guests can soak up the fabulous city views in the stylish Skyline bar located on the 26th floor. Or why not relax and visit the brand new and conceptually unique Spa Riga.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel
Hotel Radisson Blu Olympia
Tallinn

This centrally located hotel offers tastefully decorated guestrooms with modern conveniences such as high-speed WiFi, 24-hour room service and tea and coffee making facilities. Guests can enjoy an elegant Mediterranean dinner at the on-site Senso Restaurant or lighter bites at the delightful Café Boulevard. On the top floor you’ll find Club 26, where you can take a refreshing swim in the pool, work out in the well-equipped gym or relax in the sauna, all whilst admiring magnificent views over Estonia’s capital.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel
GLO Hotel Art
Helsinki

Located in the trendy Design District of Helsinki and housed in a 1900s Art Noveu Castle, the GLO Hotel Art is a fantastic place to stay in this buzzing city. In the Glo Art's restaurant you'll find a delicious menu taking inspiration from both European and Nordic influences. All rooms are stylish in decor and offer comfortable beds and furnishing along with en suite bathrooms.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel

Prices & Dates

All departure dates are guaranteed with a minimum of 2 persons. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. Room sharing is not available on this tour.

2025
Twin/Double
Single
11 May - 20 May
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$2,015$1,612
$2,875$2,300
18 May - 27 May
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25 May - 3 Jun
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1 Jun - 10 Jun
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8 Jun - 17 Jun
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15 Jun - 24 Jun
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22 Jun - 1 Jul
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29 Jun - 8 Jul
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