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This independent tour embraces
all three Baltic countries, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania each
country with its own distinctive cultural tradition and historical
heritage. The three capitals are renowned for their charming
old town areas, full of architectural gems and the captivating
countryside is worth discovering for its quaint towns and unique
landscapes.
The tour includes accommodation in centrally located smaller
hotels, transportation by private car with driver and English
speaking guide for walking tours. Special attention has been
given to the choice of hotels; they are all small and nicely
located in the old parts of the cities making the visit even
more enjoyable when in authentic surroundings.
Duration: 7 days
/ 6 nights
Note! Nationals of some countries require a visa for entry
to one or all three of the Baltic States. Please advise if
you are
a national of a country other than the United States or Canada. Day
1: Tallinn – Gateway to the Baltics
Arrival in Tallinn airport or harbor. Private transfer by sedan
car to your hotel. Overnight accommodation.
Day 2: Tallinn
After breakfast explore the city’s most important sights
on a three-hour walking tour of the old town. Time for
a stroll to enjoy the wealth of its medieval architecture.
From Toompea,
the Castle hill for a magnificent view of the city and
the Baltic Sea.
Overnight in Tallinn.
Day 3: Via Baltica
Today travel along the famous Via Baltica from Tallinn
via Pärnu
to Riga, the capital of Latvia. In August 1989 the Estonians,
Latvians and Lithuanians formed a human chain through
all the three countries, and Via Baltica symbolizing
the road
to freedom.
Arrival in Riga in the evening for overnight accommodation.
Day 4: Riga–a Lesson of
Architectural Styles
The morning sightseeing introduces Riga’s historic
sights, displaying a wide variety of architectural
styles. Overnight
in Riga.
Day 5: Lithuania – Outpost of
Latin Culture
Tour proceeds to the town of Siaulilai, for a spectacular
sight: a mound covered with thousands of big and small
crosses. The
locals call this place the Hill of Crosses. Then onwards
to Kaunas, the former capital of Lithuania. Continue
to Vilnius for overnight
accommodation.
Day 6: Vilnius
In the morning a close view of the monumental sights
of Vilnius, all bearing witness to the rich history
of the
city. They
include the Cathedral, the University, which dates
back to the 1570’s,
and the white church of Saints Peter and Paul.
Overnight in Vilnius.
Day 7: Back home
Transfer to Vilnius airport for your continuing flight.
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