The Baltic coast and national parks of Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia form a scenic journey, including three capitals - Vilnius, Riga and Tallinn - whose old towns and Curonian Spit are inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The tour starts in the south of Lithuania, then goes north through Latvia and Estonia, visiting the largest and most beautiful Estonian island of Saaremaa. Enjoy the variety of cities, villages and countryside and experience the good feeling of exploring these diverse sister countries.
Arrive in Vilnius on your own. The capital of Lithuania has a history of more than 600 years. Individual transfer to your hotel (not included). Hotel accommodation. At 19:00 welcome meeting with your guide.
Overnight place: Vilnius
COMFORT HOTEL LT***or similar
After breakfast, sightseeing in the old town of Vilnius. In the afternoon transfer to Trakai, the old capital of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, where you can visit the 14th-century moated castle, picturesquely situated on an island in Lake Galve. This is followed by a bike tour on gently undulating country roads with views and then a transfer by bus to Kaunas (100 km). Arrival in Kaunas, accommodation in the hotel. Dinner on request at the hotel.
Overnight place: Kaunas
EUROPA ROYALE KAUNAS**** or similar
Through Kaunas by bike and further along the picturesque bike path along the Nemunas River. On the way stop in Zapyškis, known for its unusual little Gothic church from the 14th century. You end today's tour with the bus ride to the Baltic Sea coast (approx. 220 km) and enjoy a picnic on the way there (included). Arrive in Klaipėda (town of Memel), the only port city in Lithuania. Hotel accommodation and dinner if desired.
Overnight place: Klaipeda
OLD MILL*** or similar
In the morning you go by bus or boat to Nida / Nidden. On the way you will enjoy beautiful views of the Curonian Spit and the sand dunes separating the Baltic Sea from the Curonian Lagoon. City tour in Nida, one of the most beautiful seaside resorts in Lithuania. In the afternoon, bike ride along the coastal bike path through the Curonian Spit, known for its amber and beautiful sandy beaches, back to Klaipėda. On the way to Klaipeda it will be possible to swim in the Baltic Sea. Arrival in Klaipėda, dinner at the hotel (included).
Overnight place: Klaipeda
OLD MILLCONFERENCE*** or similar
Early in the morning drive to Palanga through the Baltic Sea Coast Regional Park, a former military restricted area of the Soviet Army. Arrive in Palanga, the largest seaside resort in Lithuania. The tour includes a visit to the Botanical Garden with the Amber Museum in Palanga, located in the former castle of Count Tyszkiewitcz. The museum has 25.000 pieces of amber and 15.000 insect inclusions. In the afternoon transfer to Riga (290 km). On the way stop at the Hill of Crosses, an unforgettable mystical place with thousands of crosses. Continue to Riga, capital of Latvia. Arrival in Riga, hotel accommodation and dinner (included).
Overnight place: Riga
HESTIA JUGEND**** or similar
After breakfast, the city tour of the medieval Hanseatic city of Riga, which is famous for its Art Nouveau buildings, follows. The afternoon is free to explore on your own or cycle to Jurmala, the largest seaside resort in the Baltic States, known for its endless white beaches, medicinal mud and mineral water. Transfer back to the hotel in Riga (20 km).
Overnight place: Riga
HESTIA JUGEND**** or similar
In the morning transfer to Saulkrasti (50 km). After visiting the Bicycle Museum, you will start cycling to Sigulda, a popular tourist resort in Latvia, in the Gauja River valley. Bike tour through the Gauja National Park. On the way, enjoy the views of the Gauja River Valley with Gutman's Cave and Turaida Castle. On the way you will visit the oldest church in Latvia in Krimulda (built in 1205). Arrival in Sigulda, accommodation and dinner at the hotel if desired.
Overnight place: Sigulda
SIGULDA*** or similar
In the morning transfer to the largest Estonian island Saaremaa (6 km ferry ride). With little traffic and flat roads, Saaremaa offers the perfect rural setting for cycling. Drive along scenic roads along the Baltic coast to the village of Angla, where windmills are located. Transfer to Mandjala or Kuressaare (330 km), accommodation for 2 nights in seaside hotel. Dinner at the hotel (included).
Overnight place: Saaremaa
SAAREMAA*** or similar
Enjoy a day trip across the wild beauty of Saaremaa Island -Sorve Peninsula, known for its lighthouse. End the day with a visit to Kuressaare, the capital of Saaremaa, home to one of the best-preserved 13th-century medieval Baltic episcopal castles. Free time to explore the city and the Bishop's Castle. Dinner on request at the hotel or in the local restaurant.
Overnight place: Saaremaa
SAAREMAA*** or similar
Morning drive to Kaali meteorite crater, listed on the World Giant Crater List, one of the rarest kind of natural wonders in Estonia. In the afternoon transfer by bus to Tallinn (210 km). Arrival in Tallinn, accommodation. Then follows the city tour in the old town of Tallinn. Farewell dinner at the local restaurant (included).
Overnight place: Tallinn
HESTIAILMARINE**** or similar
Breakfast in the hotel. end of the tour.
Overnight place: Tallinn
HESTIAILMARINE**** or similar
| Price in € per person * |
Cat I
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| Double room including breakfast | €1499 |
| Single room including breakfast | €1889 |
From 05.06.2023/14.08.2023 to XNUMX
Note: All prices are per person.
Vilnius
Price in € per person including breakfast | Cat I |
|---|---|
Double room (DR) | 69 € |
Single room (SR) | 80 € |
Tallin
Price in € per person including breakfast | Cat I |
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Double room (DR) | 99 € |
Single room (SR) | 110 € |
The three capitals of the Baltic States
Mondays from late May to early September
| Price in € per person * 2023 |
Cat I
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|---|---|
| Double room including breakfast | €1499 |
| Single room including breakfast | €1889 |
Attention: This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Book now Price calculatorFlight: Direct flights to Vilnius from Leipzig (European Air Transport), Frankfurt/Main (Lufthansa), Düsseldorf/Weeze and Bremen (Ryanair), Dortmund (Wizz Air), Berlin (Estonia Air), Munich (Air Lituanica) = connections 2013! www.vilnius-airport.lt.
Transfer: Arrival or departure transfer (1-3 people) 35 euros pp/ arrival transfer by minibus (4-7 people) 59 euros pp
Ferry: from Kiel to Klaipeda, by bus/train to Vilnius, (tip: booking an additional night in Klaipeda is recommended).
Rooms with shower/toilet or bath/toilet
Minimum participants: 2 persons.
Not included: Cultural tax, bed tax, arrival and departure, transfers, excursions, entrance and sightseeing fees, city maps, ferry fees, insurance, tips and personal expenses
This trip/s is/are not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
