11 days tour

Small Group Baltic Highlights & Nature In 11 Days (Guarantee

Small Group Baltic Highlights & Nature In 11 Days (Guarantee

This tour includes:

Guide

Service of English and German speaking tour escort on all tours

Meals

10 x buffet breakfast Estonian dinner at Restaurant Kaval-Ants Tavern, dinner at Marciena Manor, 3 course Latvian farewell dinner with black balsam at Restaurant Three Welcome meeting with champagne-cocktail or juice

Transport

Service of 1st class van throughout the itinerary

Accommodation

10 overnights at centrally located 3-4 star hotels

Others

Personalized welcome package Entrances to Palmse Manor, Valmiermuiza Brewery,organic cheese sampling at a local farm, Aglona Basilica,ceramics show-room in Aglona, Mark Rothko Art Centre in Daugavpils, Peter and Paul Church in Vilnius and Trinity Church in Liepaja Bike and helmet rentals for biking program on Day 6

Not included:

Flights

Others

Flights Airport transfers Optional tours and services Gratuities Visa (if needed)

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Itinerary of your trip Small Group Baltic Highlights & Nature In 11 Days (Guarantee

  • Day 1 Day 1: (Sunday): Arrival Tallinn
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: (Sunday): Arrival Tallinn

      Arrival in Tallinn, optional transfer to Hotel Santa Barbara*** or similar, check-in, welcome meeting.

  • Day 2 Day 2: (Monday): Tallinnโ€“Vihula
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: (Monday): Tallinnโ€“Vihula

      The Estonian capital is a charming blend of medieval tranquillity and modern urban life. The medieval Old Town is a busy place in the summer with its many shops, galleries, souvenir markets, outdoor cafรฉs and restaurants. The sightseeing tour takes us around the old medieval city walls and into the Old Town where we see Toompea Castle, Dome Church, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, medieval Old Town Hall and Great Guild Hall. After leaving Tallinn we reach Lahemaa National Park in the early afternoon and check-in at Hotel Vihula Manor Country Club & Spa****, a charming 16th century estate located in the heart of the park. The dinner at Kaval-Ants Tavern features a genuine Estonian countryside meal in the rustic ambience of the old ice-cellar.

  • Day 3 Day 3: (Tuesday): Vihulaโ€“Tartu
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: (Tuesday): Vihulaโ€“Tartu

      After breakfast, we visit Lahemaa National Park with its wide stretches of beautiful untouched nature and many charming manor houses. We embark on a delightful walking tour through the park (2 hours, medium) and visit the impressive Manor House in Palmse, a testament to the industrious von Pahlen family. We continue to Tartu, the University Town, where Estonia gained its statehood. We see the charming Old Town and the University founded in 1632. Check in at Hotel Sophia*** or similar.

  • Day 4 Day 4: (Wednesday): Tartu-Marciena
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: (Wednesday): Tartu-Marciena

      Departing from Tartu, we head south and soon we reach Valmiera, a Hanseatic town founded in the 14th century, when the Livonian Order built a castle here. We make a short tour of the town and a visit the small, private Valmiermuiza Brewery, where we are introduced to the secrets of beer brewing and are invited to test the produce. The day continues with a visit to local farm to sample the delicious organic cheese produced by the farmers. Late in the afternoon we arrive to Hotel Marciena Manor****, a picturesque and romantic estate in the middle of Latvia. This evening offers a BBQ dinner at Marciena Manor.

  • Day 5 Day 5: (Thursday): Marciena-Daugavpils
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: (Thursday): Marciena-Daugavpils

      Leaving Marciena our first stop is in Aglona, where we visit Aglona Basilica built in late baroque style and a ceramics workshop, an important symbol of Latgalian culture. From here, our tour continues to Daugavpils, Latviaโ€™s 2nd largest city. We tour the historical centre of the city and visit the 19th century Daugavpils Fortress and the Mark Rothko Art Centre, the only place in Europe, where the original masterpieces by the famous founder of abstract expressionism can be seen. Just outside the city we find the lovely Sventes Manor and we check in at Hotel Svente Manor****.

  • Day 6 Day 6: (Friday): Daugavpils-Vilnius
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: (Friday): Daugavpils-Vilnius

      Today we continue southwards into Lithuania and an in the middle of the day we arrive at Aukstatija National Park with its many lakes, rivulets and streams scattered between forests and hills. We explore the park on a 20km bike ride through the scenic landscapes and visit the pretty lakeside town of Paluse, famous for its wooden church. Late in the afternoon, we head towards Vilnius. Upon arrival we check in at Hotel Artis**** or similar. 

  • Day 7 Day 7: (Saturday): Vilnius
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: (Saturday): Vilnius

      Vilnius is known for its more than 1.200 medieval buildingsand 48 churches. The morning sightseeing tour includes apanoramic tour of the city and a walking tour of the Old Townwith Vilnius Cathedral, Gediminas Tower, Peter and Paul Church, St. Anneโ€™s Church, Old University and the Gates of Dawn. The afternoon is free for exploring more of this baroquejewel on our own. In the evening an optional zeppelinas culinary master class and a traditional Lithuanian dinner at Restaurant Senoji Trobele is on our program.

  • Day 8 Day 8: (Sunday): Vilnius-Liepaja
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: (Sunday): Vilnius-Liepaja

      From Vilnius we continue towards Trakai, the medieval capitalof Lithuania, where we make a stop near Trakai Castle,beautifully located on an island in Lake Galve. We continuethrough the hilly landscapes of Lithuania to Klaipeda. A shortsightseeing tour takes us to the Old Town with its narrowcobblestone streets and old guild houses and we visit theTheater Square and the Aennchen von Tharau Fountain. Alongthe coast, we continue onwards into Latvia and soon we arriveat the coastal town of Liepaja. Check in at Hotel Art Roma**** or similar.  The evening offers an optional casual dinner at abeach cafรฉ right on the wide sandy beach.

  • Day 9 Day 9: (Monday): Liepaja-Riga
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: (Monday): Liepaja-Riga

      Liepaja takes its name from the numerous lime trees in thecity. We start the day with a short stroll in the Old Town withthe Trinity Church and we visit Jurmala Park and the formerNaval Port area with its famous Orthodox Cathedral.Afterwards we drive through the former Duchy of Courlandand visit its former capital Kuldiga, before we head further toJurmala, the vibrant Latvian sea resort, famous for its woodenarchitecture and sandy beaches. Here we do a walking tour onthe sandy beach. We reach Riga late in the afternoon and checkin at Hotel Wellton Centrum**** or similar.

  • Day 10 Day 10: (Tuesday): Riga
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: (Tuesday): Riga

      Founded in 1201 by the German bishop Albert, Riga is the largest ofthe three Baltic capitals and boasts a true kaleidoscope of variousarchitectural styles. The walking tour of the Old Town includes RigaCastle, Dome Cathedral, St. Peterโ€™s Church, Swedish Gates, ThreeBrothers, Large and Small Guild House and the Freedom Monument.The afternoon is reserved for an optional visit to one of the largestmarkets in Europe, Riga Central Market, where we will learn aboutLatvian cuisine and Latvian organic food and sample Latvianspecialities, such as black bread, vegetables, fresh fish, countrysidesausages and much more. In the evening, we enjoy a Latvianfarewell dinner at the stylish Restaurant Forest with traditionalLatvian specialties topped off with a shot of Riga Black Balsam.

  • Day 11 Day 11: (Wednesday): Riga Departure
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: (Wednesday): Riga Departure

      Optional transfer to the airport.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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