Tour to Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia

After your arrival in Vilnius, you will have a transfer to the hotel and check-in. Vilnius is the capital and largest city of Lithuania, located in its southeastern part, 30 km from the border with the Republic of Belarus. It is a city packed with action, art, inspiration, history and unexpected adventures. Here one can walk for hours among the pebbly old streets, admire the beautiful architecture and breathtaking city panoramas from the hills, get acquainted with sights and cultural monuments, discover interesting places and feel like a hero of Sir Max Fry's "Tales of Old Vilnius".

On your second day, you’ll start your acquaintance with Vilnius. Your city tour will let you plunge into its cozy atmosphere, stroll along the pebbly streets, and discover the Old Town of rare authenticity. Your city tour will cover the most important historical and architectural gems. You will walk in the Old Town and see the Roman Catholic Cathedral of Lithuania, Gediminas Tower, Peter and Paul Church, St. Anne’s Church, Old University and the Gates of Dawn. The gates are considered one of the most important religious, historical and cultural landmarks and symbols of Vilnius. They are among the most famous shrines of Catholicism in all of Lithuania, as well as abroad.

In the morning you'll have an excursion to Trakai – a historic city and lake resort in the north-eastern part of Lithuania, located among the endless Lithuanian lakes and forests. It is one of the oldest and most significant Lithuanian cities, one of the centers of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. It is a quiet and wonderful place with beautiful wooden architecture, picturesque nature and wonderful sights such as two medieval castles that have become one of the main symbols of Lithuania. Here you will visit Trakai Castle (14th cent.) beautifully located on an island in Lake Galve (one of the deepest lakes in Lithuania). It is a unique construction of its kind in Eastern Europe, an example of Gothic architecture of the late Middle Ages and one of the symbols of Trakai. From the castle opens a marvelous view of the surroundings.

This day you'll start your trip to Klaipeda - the third-largest city in Lithuania. It is one of the largest ice-free seaports on the shores of the Baltic Sea. On the way, there will be a stop in Kaunas - the second most important city in the country and one of the cultural capitals of Lithuania with a rich history, an abundance of museums and interesting sights. Here you will admire its beautiful Old Town and the elegant Town Hall Square - the oldest main square in Kaunas and then continue your way to Klaipeda.

The day will be devoted to the exploration of Klaipeda. Located in the west of the country this large port city attracts travelers due to its German-influenced architecture, beautiful Old Town, legendary beer and just sea peace and stillness. You'll stroll along its narrow, cobblestone streets and admire the old guild houses and the main sights such as the Theatre Square, the Aennchen von Tharau Fountain, and the Hill of Crosses. The Theatre Square is the center of the Old Town, it has witnessed many cultural and historical events. Transfer to Riga (Latvia).

Your first morning in Latvia will start with a sightseeing tour around Riga. Riga is the capital of Latvia and the largest city in the Baltic States, located on the coast of the Baltic Sea. It is known for its sights and the old town, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The historic center is an amazing mixture of the most diverse architecture from medieval to Art Nouveau. The facades of many houses are covered with beautiful carvings, decorated with historical drawings, inscriptions and other decorative elements. Your city tour in the Old Town will include such important sights as Riga Castle, the Dome Cathedral, St. Peter’s Church, the Swedish Gate, the Three Brothers, the Large and Small Guilds and the Freedom Monument. Transfer to Jurmala sea resort.

The 7th day will be devoted to the exploration of natural beauties and medieval sights of Latvia. Your first destination will be Gauja National Park which is the largest and the oldest national park in the country. It is characterized by great biological diversity, various forms of relief, springs, sandstone outcrops, picturesque landscapes, unique natural and cultural monuments. The National Park was founded in 1973, it stretches over 90 thousand hectares in the most beautiful part of the ancient Gauja valley from Valmiera to Murjani. After enjoying the stunning scenery of the park you'll travel back in time, find out the medieval Latvian legend of the Rose of Turaida and see the ruins of the Episcopal Castle and of the Castle of the Knights of the Sword. Your day will end with a trip to Tallinn with a nice stop in a cozy resort town Parnu.

Your last tour day will start with a city tour in Tallinn - the capital of Estonia, one of the largest and most beautiful cities in the Baltic States. It is a major port and the most interesting city in Estonia, where medieval tranquility is intertwined with modern urban life. Tallinn can be divided into two parts: the new and the old town. The old town is particularly interesting for tourists as it is home to many historical sites and is listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site. The historic center of Tallinn preserves the charming atmosphere of the Middle Ages and the old Hanseatic city where one can discover a city wall with towers, an interweaving of winding cobbled streets, old houses, interesting sights, historical and architectural monuments. In the Old Town, you'll see Toompea Castle, Dome Church, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, medieval Old Town Hall and Great Guild Hall. The tour will end with visits to Kadriorg Park and Art Museum.

Transfer to the airport, departure