Stunning Baltics
Duration
7 Days
Physical rate
Moderate
Starting city
Tallinn
Available
April 2024 / March 2025
Cities to visit: Tallinn; Parnu; ; Sigulda; Salaspils; Riga; Rundale; Vilnius
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Detailed day by day description
Introduction
This tour is part of our flexible coach touring range, guaranteed with a minimum of 2 people. Once the tour is booked, it is guaranteed so it will definitely go ahead, and will never cancel.
This tour is guided in English only. Please note if English speaking attendance numbers are low, the tour can become bilingual either accompanied by two tour leaders, one for each language, or a single tour leader providing explanations in both languages.
The tour offers flexibility, allowing you to customize it to your preferences. By clicking 'Quote or Book,' you will have the choice to select your desired start and end dates and destinations within the tour's defined parameters. Given this flexibility, it's important to note that the same people, tour guides or drivers may not be on your entire journey.
Day
Welcome to Europamundo! We’ll transfer you to the hotel and you’ll have some free time. In the afternoon, you’ll find information about the start of your tour on the boards located at the hotel reception.
IMPORTANT: Please note that hotel check-in time is typically at 14:00 p.m. If you need early room access, consider booking an additional night at the start of your trip.
If you have booked additional nights, your room will be prepared upon arrival, but your trip guide will generally only contact you when the scheduled activities begin. At reception, you’ll find a sign with contact details and assistance hours for our staff. Until the tour begins, your schedule is free, and the hotel staff can assist with any inquiries.
Optional activities: During your trip, your guide may offer optional activities. We recommend booking these activities well in advance through the Europamundo app or your "My Trip" link to ensure availability. Last-minute bookings may result in limited availability (e.g., tickets, coach seats).
Note: The timings in this itinerary are indicative. The guide may adjust schedules as needed to make sure you have the best experience.
IMPORTANT: Please note that hotel check-in time is typically at 14:00 p.m. If you need early room access, consider booking an additional night at the start of your trip.
If you have booked additional nights, your room will be prepared upon arrival, but your trip guide will generally only contact you when the scheduled activities begin. At reception, you’ll find a sign with contact details and assistance hours for our staff. Until the tour begins, your schedule is free, and the hotel staff can assist with any inquiries.
Optional activities: During your trip, your guide may offer optional activities. We recommend booking these activities well in advance through the Europamundo app or your "My Trip" link to ensure availability. Last-minute bookings may result in limited availability (e.g., tickets, coach seats).
Note: The timings in this itinerary are indicative. The guide may adjust schedules as needed to make sure you have the best experience.
09:00 a.m. – We’ll embark on a sightseeing tour of Tallinn, the captivating capital of Estonia. We’ll wander through the city’s well-preserved medieval center, marveling at its ancient walls, historic churches, charming squares, and picturesque streets brimming with attractions.
You’ll have free time in the afternoon to explore at your leisure.
You’ll have free time in the afternoon to explore at your leisure.
Total distance covered: 365 km.
Scenery: Extensive plains covered with woods and small towns along the way.
08:00 a.m. - Departure from Tallinn, traveling through forests and plains.
10:00 a.m. - Parnu. A popular spa city where we’ll stop for coffee in the city center.
11:00 a.m. - Departure from Parnu. We’ll cross the border into Latvia and make a short stop near a beach on the Baltic coast. The journey will continue through attractive scenery with hills, forests, and Gauja National Park. You can enjoy an included lunch in a local restaurant, after which we’ll head to the castle nearby.
02:00 p.m. - Turaida Castle and National Park. Admission to this impressive medieval fortress and its enormous park is included.
03:30 p.m. - Departure from Turaida.
04:00 p.m. - Sigulda. A tourist center and beautiful town where you can take a walk.
05:00 p.m. - Departure from Sigulda.
05:45 p.m. - Salaspils Memorial. Located a short distance from Riga, this memorial is on the site of a former concentration camp. Since 1967, it has been one of the largest monumental complexes in Europe, commemorating the victims of the Nazi regime.
06:45 p.m. - Departure from Salaspils.
08:00 p.m. - Riga.
Note: Depending on the time of year and the daylight hours, the visit to the Salaspils Memorial might take place on Sunday before arriving in Riga, or on Tuesday when leaving the city.
Scenery: Extensive plains covered with woods and small towns along the way.
08:00 a.m. - Departure from Tallinn, traveling through forests and plains.
10:00 a.m. - Parnu. A popular spa city where we’ll stop for coffee in the city center.
11:00 a.m. - Departure from Parnu. We’ll cross the border into Latvia and make a short stop near a beach on the Baltic coast. The journey will continue through attractive scenery with hills, forests, and Gauja National Park. You can enjoy an included lunch in a local restaurant, after which we’ll head to the castle nearby.
02:00 p.m. - Turaida Castle and National Park. Admission to this impressive medieval fortress and its enormous park is included.
03:30 p.m. - Departure from Turaida.
04:00 p.m. - Sigulda. A tourist center and beautiful town where you can take a walk.
05:00 p.m. - Departure from Sigulda.
05:45 p.m. - Salaspils Memorial. Located a short distance from Riga, this memorial is on the site of a former concentration camp. Since 1967, it has been one of the largest monumental complexes in Europe, commemorating the victims of the Nazi regime.
06:45 p.m. - Departure from Salaspils.
08:00 p.m. - Riga.
Note: Depending on the time of year and the daylight hours, the visit to the Salaspils Memorial might take place on Sunday before arriving in Riga, or on Tuesday when leaving the city.
We’ll embark on a two-hour city tour the capital of Latvia, the most populous city in the Baltic states. Riga is renowned for its cultural center, medieval Historic Center, Art Nouveau architecture, and well-preserved remnants from its Soviet era. The afternoon will be free for you to explore at your leisure.
Total distance covered: 410 km.
Scenery: Extensive plains with farmlands.
08:30 a.m. – Departure from Riga. We’ll journey through the vast plains of Latvia.
10:00 a.m. – Rundale Palace. Tickets included to visit this grand palace, built during the same era as St. Petersburg, exploring its interiors and gardens.
11:15 a.m. – Departure from Rundale Palace. We’ll continue to Lithuania, a country rich in Catholic heritage.
12:15 p.m. – Kryziu Kalnas (Hill of Crosses). This remarkable site is adorned with thousands of crosses, representing Lithuania´s Catholic legacy, especially poignant after years of Soviet oppression.
01:00 p.m. – Departure from Kryziu Kalnas. We’ll travel through central Lithuania, passing by industrial regions and vast farmlands.
05:00 p.m. – Trakai. We’ll visit the enchanting castle on an island in the middle of a lake; admission is included. This site, nestled within a quaint village of wooden houses and lush forests, promises to be unforgettable.
06:30 p.m. – We’ll proceed to the neighboring city of Vilnius.
07:00 p.m. –Vilnius. We recommend strolling through its beautiful old town.
Note: Depending on the duration of daylight, the visit to Trakai may take place on Wednesday after exploring the city.
Scenery: Extensive plains with farmlands.
08:30 a.m. – Departure from Riga. We’ll journey through the vast plains of Latvia.
10:00 a.m. – Rundale Palace. Tickets included to visit this grand palace, built during the same era as St. Petersburg, exploring its interiors and gardens.
11:15 a.m. – Departure from Rundale Palace. We’ll continue to Lithuania, a country rich in Catholic heritage.
12:15 p.m. – Kryziu Kalnas (Hill of Crosses). This remarkable site is adorned with thousands of crosses, representing Lithuania´s Catholic legacy, especially poignant after years of Soviet oppression.
01:00 p.m. – Departure from Kryziu Kalnas. We’ll travel through central Lithuania, passing by industrial regions and vast farmlands.
05:00 p.m. – Trakai. We’ll visit the enchanting castle on an island in the middle of a lake; admission is included. This site, nestled within a quaint village of wooden houses and lush forests, promises to be unforgettable.
06:30 p.m. – We’ll proceed to the neighboring city of Vilnius.
07:00 p.m. –Vilnius. We recommend strolling through its beautiful old town.
Note: Depending on the duration of daylight, the visit to Trakai may take place on Wednesday after exploring the city.
Vilnius – In the morning, we’ll embark on an included panoramic tour of this city, partially done on foot. Built on seven hills and often compared to Rome, you’ll discover this city’s Baroque churches, ancient walls, majestic castle, lively commercial streets, and 1,200 medieval houses. In the afternoon, enjoy free time to explore at your own pace.
After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
Note: Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.
Note: Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.
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AUD 1,256