Duration: | 7 Day(s) - 6 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, a short photo stop on the street Subaciaus to throw the view of the old town from the observation deck, 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, 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 lake Galve. Return to Vilnius. In the evening optional: dinner at the Lithuanian restaurant “Lokys” or similar
OVERNIGHT: Vilnius
HOTEL: NOVOTEL VILNIUS CENTRE or similar
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Day 3 Sunday: VILNIUS-RIGA (300 km)
Breakfast at the hotel. Free time in Vilnius. Afternoon transfer to the bus station (not included). Driving by regular bus to Riga. Arrival in Riga. Transfer to hotel (not included). 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, 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 the Latvian restaurant “ Key to Riga” or similar.
OVERNIGHT: Riga
HOTEL: RADISSON BLU LATVIJA or similar
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Day 5 (Tuesday): RIGA-TALLINN (300 km)
Breakfast at the hotel. Free time in Riga. Afternoon transfer to the bus station (not included). Driving by regular bus to Tallinn. Arrival in Tallinn. Transfer to hotel (not included). 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
Breakfast. End of the tour.
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THE TOUR INCLUDES:
6 nights at the 4 -star hotels
Buffet breakfast daily
Welcome cocktail at the hotel 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 entrance to St. Stanislaw Cathedral, Bernardine Garden, Amber gallery- museum, Russian Orthodox Church of the Holy Spirit, Vilnius University with St. John’s Church and Church of St. Peter and St. Paul, Trakai castle, Rundale Palace, the Dome Church and Riga Central Market, the Dome Church and Orthodox Cathedral of Alexander Nevsky in Tallinn.
Individual information package (city guides and program)
OPTIONAL:
Arrival transfer in Vilnius
Half board at hotels (6 x dinners: 3 course menu + tea/coffee)
Lithuanian dinner at restaurant "Lokys" or similar in Vilnius
Excursion (4 hours) to Jurmala
Latvian dinner at the 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
Additional night in Tallinn
Departure transfer in Tallinn
Additional night in Vilnius
The given price is valid for a minimum of 2 pax. The price is per person.
Contact us individually for additional information.