Baltic Highlights including Vilnius, Riga & Tallinn

Arrive in Vilnius

Upon arrival in Vilnius, you will be met by our local representative at the airport before being transferred to your hotel. Your guide will share some information about the local region.

Half Day Walking Tour of Vilnius

Morning

After breakfast begin your holiday with a walking tour around Vilnius Old Town, famous for its historic building and Gothic churches. Highlights you will witness include Vilnius Cathedral, Gediminas Tower, St Anne's Church, Vilnius University, the Jewish Quarter, the Bohemian Uzupis District and the Gates of Dawn famed for its image of the Virgin Mary above the only remaining gate from the city's original walls.

Visit Trakai Castle

Afternoon

Drive to the picturesque town of Trakai, where a guided tour of the Castle is included. You will have some free time to enjoy the surroundings at your leisure before returning to your hotel.

Please Note 14 April 2024 Departure : Due to the closure of Trakai Castle at this time we will view the castle from the outside followed by an included light lunch.

Depart for Riga

Full day

After breakfast, travel by coach from Vilnius to Riga. There will be stops on route in the Hill of Crosses, one of the most holy sites of Catholic Lithuania, and the Rundale Palace to include a guided tour. There will also be some stops for lunch and comfort breaks along the way.

On arrival to Riga, you will have the evening to relax and explore the surroundings of your hotel.

Total driving time approx. 5 hours. Please note this will be a long travel day, with an estimated arrival time at the hotel approximately 18.30.

Guided City Tour of Riga

Morning

After breakfast, your local guide will take you on a tour to view the highlights of this charming city. You will visit the Old Town, the remains of the old city walls and the Dome Cathedral. Next you will visit St. Peter's Church as well as taking in panoramic views of Riga canal, Daugava River and the city skyline. Finally, you will explore the Art Nouveau quarter at the Alberta Street on foot with a visit to the Art Nouveau Museum included.

Please Note 10 May 2024 & 04 October 2024 Departure: Due to the closure of the Art Nouveau Museum on these dates we will join our guide for a visit to the Latvian Open Air Museum following our visit of the Old Town.

Free Time in Riga

Full Day

You can spend today shopping and sightseeing at your own pace. We would recommend visiting the Central Market where over 1200 vendors peddle their wares daily or visit one of the many galleries or museums throughout the city. Simply walking around the city and stopping in one of the many cafes or bars is a lovely way to spend the day.

Coach Travel From Riga to Tallinn

Full day

Today, you will travel by coach, with your guide, from Riga to Tallinn. En route, you will visit Gauja National Park, Latvia's largest & oldest national park to include a guided visit of the Turaida Museum Reserve.

In the afternoon you will also enjoy a stop in the Estonian summer resort of Parnu with some time at leisure, before continuing your scenic drive onwards to Tallinn. There will also be some stops for lunch and comfort breaks along the way.

Total driving time approx. 5.5 hours. Please note this will be a long travel day, with an estimated arrival time at the hotel approximately 18.30.

Tallinn City Walking Tour

Morning

Following breakfast, depart by coach to begin your walking tour of Tallinn Old Town. As you stroll through the city you'll see many highlights including Tompea Castle (Estonian parliament) with entrance included, the Lutheran Dome Church (St Mary's Cathedral), the Church of the Holy Ghost, the Gothic Town Hall and Town Hall Square.

Please Note 14 April 2024 & 08 September 2024 Departure : Instead of a visit to Tompea Castle (Estonia Parliament) we will join our guide for a visit and tour of St Nicholas Church.

Free Time in Tallinn

Full Day

You will have today at leisure to explore the city at your own pace. Your guide will be delighted to recommend places to see and visit.

Depart Tallinn, Estonia

After breakfast at your hotel, you will have some free time to say goodbye to this charming city. You will then be transferred to Tallinn airport with guide assistance for your flight home.