Overview – Baltics To Finland Tour (10 Days)

Itinerary – Baltics To Finland Tour (10 Days)

DAY 1 (SUNDAY): VILNIUS

Upon arrival in Vilnius, Lithuania, make your way to the 4 star Hotel Radisson Blu Lietuva (or similar) to check-in for 2 nights. Early this evening, join your tour manager and fellow passengers for the welcome meeting.

Overnight in Vilnius
Meals: (-)

DAY 2 (MONDAY): VILNIUS

Vilnius University

Vilnius is known for its more than 1.200 medieval buildings and 48 churches. The morning sightseeing tour includes a panoramic tour of the city and a walking tour of the Old Town with Vilnius Cathedral, Gediminas Tower, Peter and Paul Church, St. Anne’s Church, Old University and the Gates of Dawn. The afternoon offers an optional excursion (please pre-book) to Trakai, the medieval capital of Lithuania, with the well preserved Trakai Castle, beautifully located on an island in Lake Galve.
In the evening enjoy an optional Lithuanian dinner at Restaurant Senoj (please pre-book).

Overnight in Vilnius
Meals: (B) Optional Dinner

DAY 3 (TUESDAY): VILNIUS-RIGA

After breakfast, we head for Riga, the first stop is the Hill of Crosses, one of the most holy sites of Catholic Lithuania. After crossing into Latvia, we soon reach the magnificent Rundale Palace, the former summer residence of the Duke of Courland. Following a guided tour of the palace we travel through the rolling hills of Southern Latvia to reach Riga late afternoon. Check-in at the 4 star Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija (or similar).

Overnight in Riga
Meals (B)

DAY 4 (WEDNESDAY): RIGA

Riga

Founded in 1201 by the German bishop Albert, Riga, Latvia is the largest of the three Baltic capitals and boasts a real kaleidoscope of architectural styles. Our walking tour of the Old Town includes Riga Castle, the Dome Cathedral, St. Peter’s Church, the Swedish Gate, the Three Brothers, the Large and Small Guilds and the Freedom Monument. The afternoon is reserved for an optional visit to Jurmala (please pre-book), the vibrant Latvian sea resort, famous for its wooden architecture and sandy beaches. The evening offers an optional organ concert at the Dome Cathedral (please pre-book).

Overnight in Riga
Meals (B)

DAY 5 (THURSDAY): RIGA AREA

After we became acquainted with Riga yesterday, we now have the possibility of discovering medieval Latvia. The optional tour for this morning takes us to the stunning scenery of the Gauja National Park and the town of Sigulda. We listen to 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 before we return to Riga (please pre-book).
The afternoon offers an optional visit to the Riga Motor Museum which has an impressive collection of vintage car including a very unique collection of old Soviet limousines from the Kremlin Garage (please pre-book).
In the evening enjoy an optional Latvian dinner at the stylish Restaurant Forest (please pre-book).

Overnight in Riga
Meals (B) Optional Dinner

DAY 6 (FRIDAY): RIGA-TALLINN

After breakfast, our tour continues along the coastal highway to the Estonian summer resort of Parnu. We have a short tour of the resort before we continue through the North Estonian land of forests and arrive in Tallinn early afternoon. Check-in for 2 nights at the 4 star Hotel Radisson Blu Olympia (or similar).

Overnight in Tallinn
Meals: (B)

DAY 7 (SATURDAY): TALLINN

Estonia – Toompea castle walls Tallinn

Tallinn is a charming blend of medieval tranquillity and modern urban life. The medieval Old Town is a busy place in the summer with its many shops, galleries, souvenir markets, outdoor cafés and restaurants. The sightseeing tour takes us around the old medieval city walls and into the Old Town where we see Toompea Castle, Dome Church, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, medieval Old Town Hall and Great Guild Hall. In the afternoon you may wish to join an optional excursion to Kadriorg Park and visit to KUMU, the award-winning new Estonian Art museum, with its collections of classic and contemporary fine art (please pre-book).
This evening offers an optional medieval dinner at Restaurant Peppersack (please pre-book).

Overnight in Tallinn
Meals: (B) Optional Dinner

DAY 8 (SUNDAY): TALLINN-HELSINKI

Breakfast at the hotel. Today we offers an optional day excursion to Lahemaa National Park, where we visit Palmse Manor, a memorial to the von Pahlen family, and Sagadi Manor. The tour ends with a visit to the charming 16th century Vihula Manor and the Vodka Museum (please pre-book). After lunch break, we head back to Tallinn to take the ferry to Helsinki and enjoy a refreshing tour through the Finnish archipelago before arriving in Helsinki. Upon arrival we are transferred to our hotel and check-in for 2 nights at the 4 star Hotel Radisson Blu Seaside (or similar).

Overnight in Helsinki
Meals: (B)

DAY 9 (MONDAY): HELSINKI

Helsinki sunset

Helsinki is truly located at the crossroads of Western and Eastern culture and this is reflected everywhere in the green and lively Finnish capital. Our sightseeing tour takes us around the harbours and the Senate Square with the Lutheran Cathedral, up central Mannerheim Street and by the Parliament Building, the Finlandia Hall, and the Sibelius Monument and for a visit to the famous Church-in-the-Rock. The afternoon offers an optional excursion to Suomenlinna Fortress, a cultural treasure which construction was started in the 18th century as a sea fortress. Located on an island, the fortress is a unique attraction for visitors (please pre-book).

Overnight in Helsinki
Meals: (B)

DAY 10 (TUESDAY): HELSINKI

After breakfast it is time to check out and say farewell to your fellow travellers.

Meals: (B)

2024 Dates & Prices – Baltic to Finland Tour

2024 Price per person in Euros in Twin/Dbl:
EUR 1,195.00 per person
EUR 450.00 (single supplement)

Optional Excursions:

3-hour excursion to Trakai and visit to Trakai Castle:
EUR 45.00 per person

4-hour excursion to Gauja National Park:
EUR 50.00 per person

3-hour excursion to the Riga Motor Museum:
EUR 45.00 per person

Organ concert at the Dome Cathedral:
EUR 35.00 per person

4-hour excursion to Jurmala:
EUR 40.00 per person

3-hour excursion to Kadriorg Park and visit to KUMU:
EUR 45.00 per person

6-hour excursion to Lahemaa National Park:
EUR 70.00 per person

3-hour excursion with water bus to the Suomenlinna Fortress:
EUR 65.00 per person

Optional Meals:

Lithuanian dinner at Restaurant Senoji Trobele, Vilnius:
EUR 45.00 per person

Latvian dinner at Restaurant Forest, Riga:
EUR 45.00 per person

Medieval dinner at Restaurant Peppersack, Tallinn:
EUR 45.00 per person

Half board at hotels (9 x 3 course dinner with coffee/tea):
EUR 365.00 per person

Optional Transfers:

Transfer on arrival – airport to Hotel Radisson Blu Lietuva: EUR 45.00 for private car (1-3 persons)

Transfer on departure – Hotel Radisson Blu Seaside airport: EUR 90.00 for private car (1-3 persons)

Price Includes:

• 9 nights at centrally located 4 star hotels
• Personalised welcome package
• Welcome meeting with champagne-cocktail or juice
• Daily buffet breakfast
• Entrances to:
  • Peter and Paul Church in Vilnius
  • Rundale Palace
  • Medieval Great Guild Hall in Tallinn
  • Church-in-the-Rock in Helsinki

• Service of English and German speaking tour escort on all tours
• Service of Italian and Spanish only speaking tour escort on all tours
• Service of Spanish and Portuguese speaking tour escort on tours GBM14, GBM18, GBM20, GBM22 only
• 1 st class transportation throughout the itinerary
• Ferry ticket Tallinn-Helsinki one way (2nd class)
• Porterage at hotels

Not included:

• International Flights
• Any meals, beverages, sightseeing entrance fees not specified in the inclusions
• Gratuities / tips for guides and driver
• Photo and video charges at museums and places of interest
• Extra personal costs incurred at the hotel
• Visa fees (if required)
• Arrival and departure transfers

Accommodation – Baltics To Finland Tour (10 Days)

Our tour provides accommodation in hand-picked 4 star hotels throughout:

VILNIUS:
4 star Hotel Radisson Blu Lietuva

RIGA:
4 star Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija 

TALLINN:
4 star Hotel Radisson Blu Olympia

HELSINKI:
4 star Hotel Radisson Blu Seaside

Please note that hotels may be substituted with a similar hotel

Notes – Baltics To Finland Tour (10 Days)

• Remember to check passport and visa requirements for entry
• Check current health requirements by looking at the official travel advice website of your own country, or ask your doctor
• Some tours have multiple language guides
• Hotels may be substituted
• Airport Information
  VILNIUS AIRPORT (VNO)
  HELSINKI AIRPORT (HEL)
• Tour Code STACGBM11-28

How to Book:

• 20% non-refundable deposit
• Balance due 56 days prior to arrival