| Duration: | 9 Day(s) - 8 Night(s) |
| Tour Category: | Classic Tours |
Day 1 (Friday): VILNIUS
Arrival in Vilnius. Individual transfer to the hotel (not included). Check-in at the hotel. 7:00 p.m. welcome meeting at the hotel with a tour guide or Amber tours representatives.
OVERNIGHT: Vilnius
HOTEL: NOVOTEL VILNIUS CENTRE or similar
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Day 2 (Saturday): VILNIUS-TRAKAI-VILNIUS (50 km)
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 with St. Stanislaw Cathedral and Bell tower, Bernadine Garden, St. Ann, and Bernardines’ Church, Amber gallery-museum, Užupis- one of the oldest districts of Vilnius, mentioned in the historical sources as far back as the 16th century, nowadays the artists’ “republic”, which has its own constitution, national anthem, calendar, and map.
Short photo stop on the street Subaciaus to throw the view of the old town from the observation deck, 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 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.
OVERNIGHT: Vilnius
HOTEL: NOVOTEL VILNIUS CENTRE or similar
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Day 3 (Sunday): VILNIUS-HILL OF CROSSES-RUNDALE-RIGA (380 km)
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 Rundale Palace of the 18th century, a beautiful late baroque palace in Latvia. It is a splendid example of the early work of the famous Italian architect F. B. Rastrelli. Arrival in Riga, check in at the hotel.
OVERNIGHT: Riga
HOTEL: RADISSON BLU LATVIJA or similar
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Day 4 (Monday): RIGA
9:00 a.m. a city tour of Riga. A combined coach and walking tour encompass the most significant sights of Riga: driving along the central boulevards of Riga, enjoying the view of the City Canal Parks, the Bastion Hill, the Powder Tower, the Latvian National Theatre, the Fine Arts Museum, the Art Nouveau Buildings of the beginning of the 20th century, the Freedom Monument, University of Latvia, Latvian National Opera House and the Daugava River.
During the walking part of the tour, you will enjoy the beauty of the ancient Hanseatic City: picturesque streets of the Old Town, the Dome Cathedral, the Church of St. Peter, the old Guild Houses, the Swedish Gate, St. Jacob’s Church, St. Mary Magdalene's Church the Parliament House, Old Riga Castle. Following the visit to the famous market halls of Riga.
Afternoon optional: excursion to Jurmala. In the evening optional: dinner at Latvian restaurant “Key to Riga” or similar.
OVERNIGHT: Riga
HOTEL: RADISSON BLU LATVIJA or similar
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Day 5 (Tuesday): RIGA-PARNU-TALLINN (300 km)
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.
OVERNIGHT: Tallinn
HOTEL: SOKOS VIRU or similar
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Day 6 (Wednesday): TALLINN
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), St. Catherine's Passage, where artists of St. Catherine guild present their work, St. Olaf’s Church. Afternoon optional: excursion to Kadriorg Park and a visit to Kadriorg Palace. In the evening optional: dinner at the restaurant “Pepersack” or similar.
OVERNIGHT: Tallinn
HOTEL: SOKOS VIRU or similar
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Day 7 (Thursday): TALLINN-TARTU-SIGULDA (380 km)
9:00 a.m. departure for Sigulda. Stopover in Tartu, the second largest town in Estonia. 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).
A short stop in a small ancient town of Cesis for a walk in Castle Park. Arrival in Sigulda, check-in at the hotel.
OVERNIGHT: Sigulda
HOTEL: SEGEVOLD or similar
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Day 8 (Friday): SIGULDA-VILNIUS (350 km)
9:00 a.m. A 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.
OVERNIGHT: Vilnius
Hotel: NOVOTEL VILNIUS CENTRE or similar
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Day 9 (Saturday): VILNIUS
Breakfast. End of the tour.
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THE TOUR INCLUDES:
8 nights at the 4- star hotels
Buffet breakfast daily
Welcome cocktail at hotel 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: St. Stanislaw Cathedral, Bernardine Garden, Amber gallery- museum, Russian Orthodox Church of the Holy Spirit in Vilnius, Vilnius University with St. John’s Church and St. Peter and Paul’s Church, Trakai Castle, Rundale Palace, the Dome Church and Riga Central Market, the Dome Church and Orthodox Cathedral of Alexander Nevsky in Tallinn, Turaida Castle, Sigulda Castle.
Individual information package (city guides and program)
OPTIONS:
Arrival/ departure transfer (one way) in Vilnius
Additional night in Vilnius
Lithuanian dinner at restaurant “Lokys” or similar in Vilnius
Excursion (4 hours) to Jurmala
Latvian dinner at restaurant ” Key to Riga ” or similar in Riga
Excursion (3 hours) to Kadriorg Park and a visit to Kadriorg Palace
Dinner at the restaurant “Pepersack” or similar in Tallinn
Half board at hotels (8 x dinners: 3-course menu + tea/coffee)
The given price is valid for a minimum of 2 pax. The price is per person.
Contact us individually for additional information.
