Classical Baltics 2010
9 days / 8 nights, Vilnius - Trakai - Riga - Pärnu - Tallinn - Sigulda - Vilnius | 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 that is 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 | $1,340 per person in double room $1,940 single room |
| Included | 8 nights at 5/4 star hotels All hotel taxes Buffet breakfast daily Welcome cocktail in Vilnius Transportation by air-conditioned coach or minivan as per itinerary escort on days 2-8 English and German speaking guide escort on days 2-8 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, University Tartu, Turaida castle. 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 $25 Service fee |
| Tour Options | Options: Arrival or departure Transfer, based on 2 persons: $25 per person |
Day 1 Friday 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 or similar
Day 2 Saturday 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 or similar
Day 3 Sunday VILNIUS-HILL OF CROSSES-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 or similar
Day 4 Monday 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 or similar
Day 5 Tuesday 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.
MERITON GRAND HOTEL TALLINN or similar
Day 6 Wednesday 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 “Pepersack” or similar.
MERITON GRAND HOTEL TALLINN or similar
Day 7 Thursday TALLINN-TARTU-SIGULDA (B) 9:00 a.m. departure for Sigulda. Stopover in Tartu, the second largest town in Estonia. 12:00 p.m. a city tour of Tartu, including Tartu University, Toome Hill Park with its monuments, sculptures, bridges and ruins of gothic Church, panoramic view of the town with Jaani Church and Town Hall Square. A further drive to Sigulda (Latvia). Short stop in a small ancient town of Cesis for a walk in Castle Park. Arrival in Sigulda, check-in at the hotel.
HOTEL SEGEVOLD or similar
Day 8 Friday SIGULDA-VILNIUS (B) 9:00 a.m. walk in Gauja National Park, including visit to Turaida Castle and the ruins of the 13th century Crusader Castle in Sigulda. A further drive to Vilnius. Arrival in Vilnius, check-in at the hotel.
ARTIS CENTRUM HOTEL or similar
Day 9 Saturday VILNIUS (B) Breakfast. End of the tour.