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THE BALTIC STATES

ESTONIA - LATVIA - LITHUANIA

DAY 1: FLY FROM USA TO TALLIN ESTONIA

Air fare no included in price of the tour.

DAY 2: ARRIVAL IN TALLIN, ESTONIA  L1* D1

You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel in the center of town. (*for those arriving just before lunch time, we will take you to lunch. Those arriving later will be offered a quick meal if they desire)..

In the afternoon, we will take our first look at the beautiful Tallin.

Later we will have our welcome DINNER together,  an introduction to Estonian cuisine.

Night in Tullin

DAY 3: FULL DAY SIGHTSEEING IN TALLIN  B1-L2 

After breakfast, we embark on a full-day guided tour of Tallinn. Our journey begins in the UNESCO-listed Old Town, a wonderfully preserved medieval gem. 

The hilights:

Niguliste Church: A magnificent 13th century church, which survived the bombings of World War II. now a museum of religiou art.

Kadriorg Palace: We will visit the stunning Baroque palace built by Tsar Peter the Great for his wife Catherine.

It is also an important museum of art. with a collection of paintings, sculptures from Western Europe and Russia from the 16th to the 20th Centuries.

Kumu Art Museum: located in a striking contemporary building, it showcases a comprehensive collection of Estonian art from many centuries ago, to contemporary times.

Night in Tullin

DAY 4: NATURE & MANORS IN LAHEMAA PARK B2-L3- D2

Today, we depart Tallinn for a journey into the heart 

of Estonia's natural beauty. We'll explore Lahemaa 

National Park, an area famous for its beautiful manor 

houses and coastal landscapes. 

Sagadi Manor: A beautifully restored 18th century manor.

Palmse Manor: One of the most magnificent Baroque manor in Estonia

Altja Fishing Village: A picturesque village with traditional wooden houses and fishing huts

Vihula Manor complex: it includes 2 main buildings, 25 other historic buildings, and almost 124 acres of charming countryside.

Night in Vihula Manor 

DAY 5: VIHULA TO TARTU  B3-L4

After a relaxed morning at the manor, we travel south to Tartu, Estonia's intellectual and cultural hub. Upon arrival, we'll take a guided tour to discover the city's charming 
atmosphere. 

Tartu Old Town: The city's main square and its famous "Leaning House."  

University of Tartu: One of Northern Europe's oldest universities, with its impressive classical architecture. 

Toome Hill: A peaceful park with the ruins of a 13th-century cathedral. 

Night in Tartu

​DAY 6: TARTU TO SIGULDA VIA CĒSIS B4-L5

Today is a border-crossing day as we travel from Estonia to Latvia. Our first stop is the historic town of Cēsis, famous  for its medieval castle ruins. We then continue to Sigulda, 

known as the"Switzerland of Latvia." 

Cēsis: A tour of the old town and its impressive medieval  castle complex. 

Turaida Museum Reserve: A visit to the Turaida Castle, a 

well-preserved brick fortress with panoramic views.   

Gutmanis Cave: The largest cave in the Baltics, filled with ancient inscriptions.

Night in Sigulda

​DAY 7: SIGULDA TO RIGA - FULL DAY RIGA TOUR B5-L6 

A short trip takes us from Sigulda to the Latvian capital, 

Riga. Upon arrival, we begin a comprehensive full-day tour of this vibrant city, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its Art Nouveau architecture

Riga Old Town: See the House of the Blackheads, Riga Cathedral, and the Swedish Gate.

​Art Nouveau District: A walking tour to admire the stunning, intricate facades of buildings on Alberta Street.

Riga Central Market: Explore one of Europe's largest and most impressive markets, housed in a old Zeppelin hangar.

Night in Riga

DAY 8: DAY TRIP TO JŪRMALA B6-L8

Today, we take a short and scenic trip to Jūrmala, Latvia's most famous seaside resort. 

Jūrmala Beach: A relaxing stroll along the beautiful sandy beach, stretching for miles, and admire the unique and well-preserved wooden-villas lining the streets of the resort.

Overnight in Riga 

DAY 9: RIGA TO KAUNAS VIA RUNDALE PALACE B7-L9

We leave Riga and journey south towards Lithuania.

Our route includes a stop at the Rundāle Palace, a magnificent Baroque masterpiece, "the Versailles of Latvia" with lavish staterooms and beautiful French-style gardens. Then we will drive to Kaunas Lithuania's second largest city.

Overnight in Kaunas.

DAY 10: FULL DAY IN KAUNAS B8-L10

Today is dedicated to exploring Kaunas, a city with a rich history as Lithuania's temporary capital.

Kaunas Old Town: Kaunas Castle and the Town Hall Square.

Laisvės Alėja: A stroll down the main pedestrian boulevard, lined with cafes and shops,, the longest pedestrian avenue in Eastern Europe, ending in front of St Michael the Archangel church built in 1895 in Byzantine style.

Ninth Fort: A sobering but important visit to the former fortress and memorial, which tells the story of the city's tragic history during World War II. Built in the late 19th C, it became a prison and way-station for prisoners transported to labour camps.

Overnight in Kaunas.

DAY 11: KAUNAS TO VILNIUS VIA TRAKAI B9-L10

We travel from Kaunas to Vilnius, with a visit of the Trakai Castel, nestled on an island in the middle of gorgeous Lake.

Galvé. It was built in the second half of the 14th C, out of red-bricks.

Overnight in Vilnius

DAY 12: FULL DAY IN VILNIUS

Our final full day is dedicated to exploring Vilnius, a city of stunning Baroque architecture and a vibrant, modern atmosphere.

Vilnius Old Town: A comprehensive tour of the city, including Cathedral Square, Gediminas Tower, and St. Anne's Church.

Užupis: Explore the quirky, self-proclaimed"Republic of Užupis," a bohemian haven for artists.

Museum of Occupations and Freedom Fights: Visit the former KGB headquarters for a moving look at

Lithuania's fight for independence.

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