The Baltic Capitals 2010
7 days / 6 nights, Vilnius - Trakai - Riga - Pärnu - Tallinn | The Baltic Sea region is a rapidly growing tourism destination in Northern Europe. An increasing number of visitors are discovering the wealth of natural and cultural diversity available in the Baltic States and around the Baltic Sea.
Our escorted tour features the Old World cities of Riga, Latvia; Vilnius, Lithuania; and Tallinn, Estonia, with castles, medieval lanes, and incredible architecture.
| Departure | Guaranteed Departures: June 11th, 18th, 25th July 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th August 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th |
| Price | $1,085 per person in double room $1,495 single room |
| Included | 6 nights at the 5/4 star hotels All hotel taxes Buffet breakfast daily Welcome cocktail in Vilnius Transportation by air-conditioned coach or minivan as per itinerary on days 2-6 English and German speaking guide escort on days 2-6 Excursions as per itinerary Entrances to: Vilnius University and St. Peter and Paul's Church in Vilnius, Trakai castle, Rundale Palace, the Dome Church in Riga, the Dome Church In Tallinn Individual information package (city guides and program) Porterage at hotels |
| Not Included | International airfare & airport taxes Arrival & departure transfers Personal insurance / personal expenses / incidental extras Alcoholic beverages Porterage $25 Service fee |
Day 1 Fri ARRIVAL VILNIUS Arrival in Vilnius. Individual transfer to your hotel (not included). Check-in at the hotel. 7:00 p.m. Welcome meeting at the hotel with tour guide.
Artis Centrum Hotel
Day 2 Sat VILNIUS - TRAKAI - VILNIUS (B) 9:00 a.m. a city tour of Vilnius, capital of Lithuania for more than 600 years. The tour includes: St.Peter and Paul's Church, Gediminas Castle, Cathedral Square, St.Ann and Bernardines' Church, the Gates of Dawn with a holy image of the Virgin Mary, Russian Orthodox Church of the Holy Spirit, Town Hall Square and Vilnius University (founded in 1579) with St. John's Church. Afternoon trip to Trakai (25 km from Vilnius), the former capital of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. Visit to the insular castle of the 14th century, erected on a small island in the lake Galve. Return to Vilnius. In the evening optional: dinner at Lithuanian restaurant “Lokys” or similar.
Artis Centrum Hotel
Day 3 Sun VILNIUS - RUNDALE - RIGA (B) 9:00 a.m. departure by coach to Riga, the capital of Latvia. Stop at the Hill of Crosses (16 km from Šiauliai), the unforgettable place with thousands of crosses on two small hills. A further drive to Riga. Stop in Rundale. Visit to Rundale Palace of the 18th century, a beautiful late baroque palace in Latvia. It is a splendid example of the early work of famous Italian architect F.B.Rastrelli. Arrival in Riga, check-in at the hotel.
Radisson SAS Daugava
Day 4 Mon RIGA (B) 9:00 a.m. a city tour of Riga, visiting medieval Hanseatic town, Riga Castle, St. Peter's Church, Dome Cathedral, the Old Guild Houses. Afternoon optional: excursion to Jurmala. In the evening optional: dinner at Latvian restaurant “ Rozengrals ” or similar.
Radisson SAS Daugava
Day 5 Tue RIGA - PÄRNU - TALLINN (B) 9:00 a.m. departure for Tallinn with a stop in Pärnu, Estonian “Summer Capital”. This little town has been known as a summer health resort since the first spa opened here in the 1830s. A further drive to Tallinn. Arrival in Tallinn, check-in at the hotel. (300 km)
Meriton Grand Hotel Tallinn
Day 6 Wed TALLINN (B) 9:00 a.m. a city tour of Tallinn, visiting the Old Town of Tallinn - an example of Gothic architecture in the Baltic and Nordic countries. The tour includes Toompea Castle fortifications, the Dome Church (13th century), the Russian Orthodox Cathedral of Alexander Nevsky (19th century), Town Hall Square (15th century), the Old Guild, St.Olaf's Church. Afternoon optional: excursion to Kadriorg Park and visit to Kadriorg Palace. In the evening optional: dinner at medieval restaurant “Peppersack” or similar.
Meriton Grand Hotel Tallinn
Day 7 Thu TALLINN (B) Breakfast at your hotel. Check out and end of services.