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Baltic Highlights including Vilnius, Riga & Tallinn From €1,499 Per Person

€1,499

Per Person

Overview

Discover the unique cultures and history of Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia with us on our 8-night Baltic Highlights tour. Our tour will begin in Vilnius, Lithuania, where we’ll explore the city’s Jewish heritage and gothic architecture. On our journey to our next destination, Riga, we’ll stop at the Hill of Crosses, one of the most holy sites in Lithuania. In Riga, we’ll visit iconic sights like the House of Blackheads, Powder Tower, and the Latvian Academy of Sciences building, a symbol of the Soviet Union era known to locals as ”Stalin’s Birthday Cake.” Finally, we’ll make our way to Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, located on the Gulf of Finland. In Tallinn, we’ll explore the winding streets of Old Town, the best preserved medieval walled city in all of Northern Europe.

 

Available Dates

(All Departing From Dublin):

10th May 2025 (Congress Hotel).

9th August 2025 (Congress Hotel).

6th September 2025 (Congress Hotel).

20th September 2025 (Congress Hotel).

11th October 2025 (Congress Hotel).

Itinerary

Day 1 (Travel To Lithuania):

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

Day 2 (Vilnius):

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.

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 For 14th 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.

Day 3 (Travel To Latvia):

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.

Day 4 (Riga):

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 For 4th October 2024 & All 2025 Departures: 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.

Day 5 (At Leisure):

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 to 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.

Day 6 (Travel To Estonia):

Today, you will travel by coach, with your guide, from Riga to Tallinn. En route, you will visit Gauja National Park, Latvia’s largest and 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 you scenic drive onwards to Tallinn. There will also be some stop for lunch and comfort breaks along the way.

Day 7 (Tallinn):

Following breakfast, depart by coach to begin you walking tour of Tallinn Old Town. As you stroll through the city you’ll see many highlights including Tompea Castle with entrance included, the Lutheran Dome Church, the Church of the Holy Ghost, the Gothic Town Hall, and Town Hall Square.

Please Note For 14th April 2024 & 8th September 2024 Departure: Instead of a visit to Tompea Castle, we will join our guide for a visit and tour of St Nicholas Church.

Day 8 (At Leisure):

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.

Day 9 (Return Home):

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.

Includes

What’s Included:

Flights & Accommodation

Transfers

Fully Guided

B&B

All prices are subject to availability at the time of booking.