Option 1 – 3* Hotels

Vilnius – Panorama Hotel *** (2 nights)

The recently renovated Panorama hotel is located on a hill adjacent to the Old Town and the bus/railway station. The Panorama hotel has 224 modern and comfortable rooms and enjoys fine views of Vilnius city. The restaurant offers European cuisine.

Riga – Konventa Seta Hotel *** (3 nights)

The Konventa Seta Hotel, housed in a historic townhouse in Riga’s Old Town, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a 3-star hotel that offers 140 spacious rooms with satellite TVs and free Wi-Fi, plus outside terrace and bar.

Tallinn – Metropol Hotel *** (2 nights)

The Metropol Hotel has 149 rooms and is located in the recently restored Rotermanni part of  the centre of Tallinn. The Metropol Hotel offers high-quality accommodation, a restaurant, café and lobby bar, as well as a beauty parlour and morning saunas.

Option 2 – 4/5* Hotels

Vilnius – Radisson BLU Royal Astorija Hotel ★★★★★ (2 nights)

Located in the heart of the Old Town, originally built in 1901 and completely renovated in 1998, this hotel offers sophisticated facilities whilst retaining its turn-of-the century charm. The hotel has 119 well appointed rooms, brasserie Astorija and a wellness centre (gym/sauna/pool)

Riga – Semarah Hotel Metropole ★★★★ (3 nights)

Semarah Hotel Metropole is located in a historical building from the 19th century, set in Riga old town. It offers elegant classic-style hotel rooms with free Wi-Fi access.The hotel’s
restaurant, De Commerce Gastro Pub, serves traditional dishes prepared in an innovative way.

Tallinn – Nordic Forum Hotel ★★★★ (2 nights)

Next to the heart of Tallinn’s attractive old town, the Nordic Forum Hotel offers high-quality accommodation in a new, modern building. The hotel features 267 spacious guest rooms, Restaurant Monaco with 152 places and a Relax Centre on the top floor, fresh juice bar, sauna, steam sauna, indoor pool and Jacuzzi.

Tour Itinerary – Baltic Tours

Day One

Arrival in Vilnius, the Capital of Lithuania and check-in to your selected hotel for 2 nights.
At 20.00 hrs you are invited to a welcome meeting in the Radisson BLU Royal Astorija hotel with your representative. This is just a 10 minute stroll from the Panorama Hotel.

Day Two

After breakfast, take a morning sightseeing tour of Vilnius, including visits to the medieval as well as modern sections of the city.  See the Grand Cathedral of Peter and Paul, the small churchof St. Anna–a gem of Gothic architecture – and the University of Vilnius. Afternoon at leisure, or you can join the OPTIONAL pre-bookable tour* to the medieval capital of Lithuania, Trakai, located on Galves Lake (27 km). On this beautifully situated island in the middle of the lake there is a 14th century red brick castle which now houses the History Museum.
Evening at leisure.

Day Three

After breakfast, depart by coach to Riga. En route we will visit the Hill of Crosses – a famous hill with more than a thousand crosses – and the splendid 18^th century Rundale Palace, the former summer residence of the Duke of Kurland.
Lunch is included today.
Arrival in Riga, check-in to your hotel for 3 nights.

Day Four

After breakfast, take a panoramic city tour of Riga. The Old Town will delight you with the colourfully restored merchant’s residences, the fascinating beer cellars and cafes, historical monuments such as the Dome Cathedral, St. Peter’s Church, the PowderTower and more. View the many architectural masterpieces of the early 20th century Art Nouveau period on your tour.
Afternoon at leisure.

Day Five

This morning, after breakfast, an OPTIONAL pre-bookable sightseeing tour* to Sigulda, which is situated approx 50 km NE of Riga.  Sigulda is often called the “Latvian Switzerland” because of the beauty of its landscape. Visit the 13th century Knight’s Castle and the mysterious Gutmana Cave, linked to a romantic medieval love legend.
Afternoon at leisure.

Day Six

After breakfast, depart by coach to Tallinn. En route, enjoy a stop at the Ethnographical Open Air Museum on the outskirts of Riga, to see traditional Latvian rural buildings, the oldest ones dating from the 17th century. View the Baltic Sea Coast along the way and enjoy a sightseeing orientation of the Estonian Town of Parnu.
Lunch is included today on our journey.
Arrival inTallinn, check in at the hotel for 2 nights.

Day Seven

After breakfast, your group will enjoy a City tour, visiting Tallinn’s exquisite medieval town, which is now on the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Afternoon at leisure.  Alternatively, you can enjoy a pre-bookable OPTIONAL tour* to KADRIORG PARK and PALACE, which was founded 1721 by the Russian Emperor Peter the Great, as a gift to his wife Catherine II to use as summer residence.

Day Eight

Breakfast, check out and departure.

Optional Extras

• Optional excursions package:
  2017 Price: EUR 159 per person
  2018 Price: EUR 260 per person
  To include:
  Trakai in Vilnius
  Sigulda in Riga
  Kadriorg Park and Palace in Tallinn
• 1 extra night pre-tour in Vilnius (2017): 
  EUR 28 per person (twin) in 3 * hotels
  EUR 48 per person (single)
  EUR 65 per person (twin) in 4/5* hotels
  EUR 110 per person (single)
• 1 extra night post-tour in Tallinn (2017):
  EUR 39 per person (twin) in 3 * hotels
  EUR 70 per person (single)
  EUR 56 per person (twin) in 4/5* hotels
  EUR 105 per person (single)
• Half board supplement – Dinner for 7 nights (excluding drinks) 2017:
  EUR 136 per person in 3 * hotels
  EUR 185 per person in 4/5* hotels
• Pre or post-tour accommodation is on request and subject to availability.
• Pre/post tour trips to Vilnius,Tallinn, Helsinki, Stockholm, St. Petersburg or Poland: on request
• Arrival/departure transfer: Local Taxis are reasonably priced and easy to use.
  Please ask if you prefer to pre-book at €40 per car (max 2 people).
  This will be more expensive than using local services.

Baltic Tours Dates 2017 and 2018 (Saturday)

Languages:
English and German (all tours)

Option 1: 3 Star Hotels
2017 and 2018 Prices in EUROS per person

EUR 595 per person  (twin/double room)
EUR 785 per person  (single room)

Option 2 : 4 and 5 Star Hotels
2017 and 2018 Prices in EUROS per person

EUR 730 per person (twin/double room)
EUR 1085 per person (single room)

Price Includes

• Welcome drink
• Accommodation for 7 nights
• Breakfast daily
• 2 lunches on the way (day 3 and day 6)
• Sightseeing tours as per itinerary (see programme)
• 1st class Coach and English speaking guide services throughout
• State and city taxes
• Individual information pack (city guides, maps, restaurant suggestions)

Not Included in Price

• 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
• Arrival and departure transfers

Optional Extras

• Optional excursion package:
  2017 Price: EUR 159 per person
  2018 Price: EUR 260 per person
  To include;
  Trakai in Vilnius
  Sigulda in Riga
  Kadriorg Park and Palace in Tallinn
• 1 extra night pre-tour in Vilnius 2017: 
  EUR 28 per person (twin) in 3 * hotels
  EUR 48 per person (single)
  EUR 65 per person (twin) in 4/5* hotels
  EUR 110 per person (single)
• 1 extra night post-tour in Tallinn 2017:
  EUR 39 per person (twin) in 3 * hotels
  EUR 70 per person (single)
  EUR 56 per person (twin) in 4/5* hotels
  EUR 105 per person (single)
• Half board supplement – Dinner for 7 nights (excluding drinks) 2017:
  EUR 136 per person in 3 * hotels
  EUR 185 per person in 4/5* hotels
• Pre or post-tour accommodation is on request and subject to availability.
• Pre/post tour trips to Vilnius,Tallinn, Helsinki, Stockholm, St. Petersburg or Poland: on request
• Arrival/departure transfer: Local Taxis are reasonably priced and easy to use.
  Please ask if you prefer to pre-book at €40 per car (max 2 people).
  This will be more expensive than using local services.

Notes

Remember to check passport and visa requirements for entry.

Pre-Tour nights can be booked on our sister site at discount rates: http://www.select-a-room.com/hotels/lithuania/vilnius

Post-tour nights can be booked on our sister site at discount rates: http://www.select-a-room.com/hotels/estonia/tallinn

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