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.

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. On arrival to Riga, you will have the evening to relax and explore the surroundings of your hotel. Total driving time approx. 5 hours

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.

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. Total driving time approx. 5.5 hours

*Please note 9th May group will stop at Gauja National Park and Viljandis en route to Tallinn*

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 Toompea Castle, the Lutheran Dome Church (St Mary's Cathedral), the Church of the Holy Ghost, the Gothic Town Hall and Town Hall Square. You will also pay a visit to St. Nicholas Church with entrance included.

Free Time in Tallinn / Transfer to Jurmala

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.

*For 9th May tour only, please note change of itinerary*

Say goodbye to Tallinn today and travel by coach, with your guide, from Tallinn to the Latvian resort town of Jurmala. En route, you will enjoy a stop in the Estonian summer resort of Parnu with some time at leisure, before continuing your scenic drive onwards to Jurmala. Total driving time approx. 5.5 hours

Check in to your hotel and enjoy the afternoon/evening at leisure. You will have Spa access included with your hotel stay. 

Accommodation in Jurmala

Overnight

For 9th May tour - 1 night in 4 star Hotel Jurmala Spa 

Depart Tallinn, Estonia / Riga, Latvia

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

*For 9th May tour only, please note change of itinerary*

After breakfast at your hotel, you will transfer with guide assistance to Riga airport for your flight to Dublin.