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Baltic Capitals Explorer - 8 days map

Take in the highlights of the three beautiful Baltic capitals, Vilnius, Riga and Tallinn on this 8 day small group tour of Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia. Stroll around medieval old towns, visit a beautiful summer palace and join an optional tour of the picturesque Curonian Spit.

Inclusions
Itinerary
Prices & Dates
Hotels
Reviews

Trip Highlights

Vilnius - Journey through the beautiful old town, making stops at the Cathedral, Gediminas Tower, Peter and Paul Church, St Anna's Church, the Old University and the Gate of Dawn
Tallinn - Explore the enchanting old town and see Toompea Castle - now the home of the Estonian Parliament
Rundale Palace - Enjoy a guided tour of Latvia's magnificent Rundale Palace, constructed over 30 years in the 1700s
Riga - Uncover the highlights of Riga, including the castle, Dome Cathedral, St Peter's Church, Swedish Gates, Three Brothers and much more
Nida - Spend a night in Nida and opt to explore the beautiful Curonian Spit with its charming fishing villages, pine forests and endless sand dunes
Liepaja - Spend a night in Liepaja, stroll around the attractive Old Town, visit Jurmala Park and the former Naval Port area

Included

7 nights in 4 star hotels
Sightseeing tours of Tallinn, Vilnius and Riga.
Entrance to Peter and Paul Church in Vilnius and Great Guild Hall in Tallinn
One arrival transfer on Day 1 and one departure transfer on Day 8 included per booking
Welcome meeting with champagne-cocktail or juice
7 breakfasts
Sightseeing tour of Liepaja and Rundale Palace
Escorted by a bi-lingual English and German speaking tour leader, with English speaking guides for city tours
All relevant transportation in private modern vehicles
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 16.

Not Included

International flights and visas
Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
Items of a personal nature and additional meals

Itinerary

Day 1

Vilnius

Welcome to Lithuania and the capital Vilnius. Upon arrival at Vilnius airport you'll be met and transferred to your hotel in the heart of the city. The rest of the day is at leisure. A welcome meeting will be held this evening, in the lobby, at around 7pm.
Overnight: Vilnius

Day 2

Vilnius Sightseeing

Vilnius - Nida. Home to over 1,200 medieval buildings, 48 churches and famous for its medieval history, Vilnius is a beautiful capital and one that's bursting with fascinating stories. After breakfast we'll embark on a sightseeing tour of the highlights, visiting the old town we'll explore Vilnius Cathedral, Gediminas Tower, the Peter and Paul Church, St Anna's Church, the Old University and the Gates of Dawn.

Departing Vilnius, we travel to the Curonian Spit. Arriving late afternoon we will spend the night at a hotel in Nida. In the evening there will be an optional authentic fisherman dinner at “Tik Pas Jona”.
Overnight: Nida  |  Breakfast

Day 3

Optional Curonian Spit Tour

Nida - Liepaja. This morning there is an optional tour of the Curonian Spit. The Curonian Spit is a thin, 100 km stretch of land between the Baltic Sea and the Curonian Lagoon with small fishing villages, pine forests and endless sand dunes. We will travel on to Liepaja in Latvia, where we arrive early afternoon and spend the night. In the evening there will be an optional casual dinner at a beach café Red Sun Buffet, right on the wide sandy beach.
Overnight: Liepaja  |  Breakfast

Day 4

Liepaja & Rundale Palace

Liepaja - Riga. We start the day with a short stroll around Liepaja Old Town, taking in the beautiful Trinity Church, and visiting Jurmala Park and the former Naval Port area with its famous Orthodox Cathedral. Then we will continue through Southern Latvia to the magnificent Rundale Palace, the former summer residence of the Duke of Courland. Following a guided tour of the palace, we travel through Latvia to reach Riga in late afternoon. The evening offers an optional organ concert at the Dome Cathedral.
Overnight: Riga  |  Breakfast

Day 5

Explore Riga

Today we explore Riga, the largest of the Baltic capitals it boasts a fantastic array of architectural styles and practices. Riga's foundation dates back to 1201 when the German bishop Albert arrived. On our walking tour this morning we'll visit Riga Castle, the Dome Cathedral, St. Peter's Church, the Swedish Gates along with other fascinating parts of the city which demonstrate its rich history.

This afternoon is free for you to further explore Riga independently or to join an optional visit to Jurmala, the vibrant Latvian seaside resort. This evening there will be the opportunity to join an optional Latvian dinner at the stylish Restaurant Three.
Overnight: Riga  |  Breakfast

Day 6

Summer Resort of Parnu

Riga - Tallinn (Estonia). After breakfast we continue our journey, making our way along the coastal highway we cross back into Estonia. Arriving into Parnu, we'll explore this popular Estonian summer resort before continuing to Tallinn. Once we've checked in to our hotel in Tallinn the rest of the day is at leisure to explore independently.
Overnight: Tallinn  |  Breakfast

Day 7

Tallinn Tour

With its enchanting blend of medieval tranquility and modern urban life, Tallinn is a captivating capital. The medieval Old Town is a bustling place during the summer months with its plethora of shops, galleries and cafes. Our sightseeing tour today starts by exploring the old city walls before we head into the heart of the Old Town, where we'll see Toompea Castle, now home to the Estonian Parliament, the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the medieval Old Town Hall and the Great Guild Hall.

This afternoon is free for you to further explore Tallinn independently or to join an optional visit to Kadriorg Park and KUMU, an award winning art museum. This evening there will be the opportunity to join an optional medieval dinner at the 'Maikrahv' restaurant.
Overnight: Tallinn  |  Breakfast

Day 8

Tallinn

Our Baltic experience ends after breakfast this morning and hotel check out. A transfer will be provided to take you to Tallinn Airport.
Breakfast

Prices & Dates

All departure dates are guaranteed with a minimum of 2 persons. 'Twin Share' prices are per person when there are 2 people sharing a room. 'Single Room' prices are applicable those who don’t have anyone to share a room with or anyone wanting the privacy of a single room.

Guaranteed Departure
2023
Twin Share
Single Room
14 May - 21 May 10% off G
USD $1,265
USD $1,139
USD $1,805
USD $1,625
28 May - 04 Jun 10% off
USD $1,265
USD $1,139
USD $1,805
USD $1,625
USD $1,265
USD $1,805
USD $1,265
USD $1,805
USD $1,265
USD $1,805
USD $1,265
USD $1,805
USD $1,215
USD $1,755
USD $1,215
USD $1,755
USD $1,215
USD $1,755
USD $1,215
USD $1,755
USD $1,215
USD $1,755
USD $1,215
USD $1,755
USD $1,215
USD $1,755
USD $1,215
USD $1,755

Extra Prices

Twin Share
Single Room
Pre tour accommodation - Vilnius
USD $65
USD $115
Post tour accommodation - Tallinn
USD $85
USD $155
Dinner Supplement
USD $255
N/A

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.

Hotel Radisson Blu Lietuva, Vilnius

Our Category: Superior   |   Regional Category: 4 Star Hotel

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.

Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija, Riga

Our Category: Superior   |   Regional Category: 4 Star Hotel

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.

Hotel Radisson Blu Olympia, Tallinn

Our Category: Superior   |   Regional Category: 4 Star Hotel

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.

Reviews

Travellers have rated this tour as 5 out of 5 based on 3 recent reviews

This tour was very well organized. Lovely mixed group of people, different ages which made it very interesting. Magda was the best tour guide I have ever had as she was very funny and made everyone feel relaxed straight away. Looking at my next tour already :)

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Tour guide was knowledgeable and very friendly.

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Great countries with much history shown by outstanding guides. Outstanding guides. Knowledgeable, patient, observant, kind, efficient. Always felt taken care of. Guides went out of their way to solve any issue.

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At a Glance

Range
Trip Type
Starts
Vilnius
Ends
Tallinn
Departs
Sundays
Group Size
Min 2 / Max 16
Hotel Rating
4 star hotels
Tour Guide
Yes - escorted by a tour leader
Meals
Breakfast: 7
Countries
Minimum Age
15 yrs, accompanied by an adult
Arr. Transfer
Yes
Dep. Transfer
Yes
Vilnius skyline with hot air balloons
Tallinn

This tour was very well organized. Lovely mixed group of people, different ages which made it very interesting. Magda was the best tour guide I have ever had as she was very funny and made everyone feel relaxed straight away. Looking at my next tour already :)

Linda Wright
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