Highlights of the Baltics

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Style	Small Group TourTravel with a small, intimate group of no more than 16 likeminded travelers (and often much fewer), escorted by an English speaking guide and/or tour manager for some or all of your journey. (Some exceptions, including special promotional packages, may accommodate up to 30.) More of these packages Dedicated tour escorts & guides throughout
Departures	May 2025 – October 2026	Group Size	16 travelers max
Themes	History & Culture,  Nature & Wildlife
Activity Level	Advanced
What to Expect	This moderately-paced, escorted tour includes a reasonable amount of walking and requires an average level of physical fitness
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Select a date May 22 - Jun 1, 2025 Jun 26 - Jul 6, 2025 Jul 24 - Aug 3, 2025 Aug 21 - Aug 31, 2025 Sep 11 - Sep 21, 2025 Oct 9 - Oct 19, 2025 Apr 9 - Apr 19, 2026 May 21 - May 31, 2026 Jun 25 - Jul 5, 2026 Jul 23 - Aug 2, 2026 Aug 20 - Aug 30, 2026 Sep 10 - Sep 20, 2026 Oct 8 - Oct 18, 2026 Apr 3 - Apr 13, 2025

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Itinerary at a Glance

• 1 Depart USA
• 2 Arrive Vilnius, Lithuania
• 3 Vilnius
• Optional Excursion: Museum of Occupations & Freedom Fights, $30
• Optional Excursion: Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Vilnius, (purchased locally), $170
• 4 Vilnius
• 5 Anyksciai, Birzai & Riga, Latvia
• 6 Riga, Latvia
• Optional Excursion: Latvian Ethnographic Open-Air Museum, $108
• 7 Riga
• Optional Excursion: Gauja National Park, Turaida Castle & Secret Soviet Bunker with lunch, $265
• 8 Pärnu, Kaelase, Tallinn, Estonia
• 9 Tallinn, Estonia
• 10 Tallinn & Lahemaa National Park
• 11 Depart Tallinn/Arrive USA

Helsinki Optional Post-Tour Extension

• 11 Tallinn to Helsinki by Ferry
• 12 Helsinki
• 13 Depart Helsinki/Arrive USA

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Depart USA

• Depart the United States on your overnight flight to Vilnius, Lithuania

Day 2 Arrive Vilnius, Lithuania

• Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel
• Enjoy a welcome dinner with your fellow travelers at a local restaurant

Hotel Vilnia or similar Dinner

Full Day Itinerary

Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your centrally located hotel for check-in. Join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant this evening.

Day 3 Vilnius

• Discover Vilnius on a walking tour through the city
• Visit the city's Jewish Quarter and unique Užupis District
• Join an optional excursion: Museum of Occupations & Freedom Fights or Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Vilnius

Hotel Vilnia or similar Breakfast

Full Day Itinerary

This morning, join your guide on a walking tour of Vilnius. Your tour begins in one of Northern Europe's oldest preserved Old Towns. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Old Town boasts a rare mix of Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, and Neoclassical architecture. Visit the Gates of Dawn, which opened in 1522 and is the city's only remaining defensive wall. With the splendid image of the Virgin Mary painted to protect the city, the wall stands as an essential spiritual landmark. Your tour continues to Cathedral Square, the outstanding Orthodox Cathedral of All Saints, and Vilnius University, one of the oldest schools in Europe. Learn about the Jewish Quarter and Lithuania's strong connection with Jewish heritage, and discover why Vilnius was once referred to as the "Jerusalem of the North."

Later this afternoon, continue your walking tour to the Užupis District, a self-proclaimed "republic" inside the Old Town. It has its own anthem, constitution, president, bishop, two churches, the Bernadine Cemetery—one of the oldest in the city—seven bridges, and its own guardian, The Bronze Angel of Užupis. During the Soviet era, the authorities let Užupis go to ruin, but today, it is thriving as a creative and artistic community with its constitution, anthem, and president.

The rest of your afternoon is free at leisure, or you may choose between an optional visit to the Museum of Occupations & Freedom Fights or a Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Vilnius.

Optional Excursion: Museum of Occupations & Freedom Fights, $30

Stroll to the Museum of Occupations & Freedom Fights to reflect on Lithuanian history with a guided tour. Once a former gymnasium, it was the headquarters of the Gestapo during the occupation in WWII and was then taken over by the Soviet KGB. Learn more about Lithuania’s complex history of occupation, which ended in 1990 when Lithuania declared independence from the USSR.

Note: This tour requires a minimum of 2 passengers to operate.

Optional Excursion: Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Vilnius, (purchased locally), $170

Soar above Vilnius’ picturesque Old Town on a captivating 1-hour hot-air balloon flight. After meeting your pilot, climb into the balloon’s basket and take to the skies. As you ascend higher, enjoy sweeping panoramic views of Vilnius’ charming medieval architecture, including the iconic Vilnius Cathedral and Gediminas Castle, all framed by the stunning countryside. With each rise, the beauty of the city and its natural surroundings unfolds beneath you, offering a peaceful, relaxing experience like no other.

When your flight concludes, you’ll gently descend into a tranquil meadow, where you'll be treated to a celebratory glass of Champagne. As the team packs away the balloon, savor the serene moment and the breathtaking views before concluding your unforgettable adventure in the skies over Vilnius. (Subject to weather conditions.)

Day 4 Vilnius

• Pay a respectful visit to the Memorial of Paneriai
• Visit Trakai Castle, picturesquely situated on the middle of Lake Galvė
• Sail the surrounding waters of the castle by boat
• Learn how to create a traditional Kibinai, a Lithuanian pastry

Hotel Vilnia or similar Breakfast & lunch

Full Day Itinerary

After breakfast, pay a respectful visit to the Memorial of Paneriai on the outskirts of Vilnius, the same site where over 100,000 Jews lost their lives during WWII. Today, it is a place of commemoration and remembrance.

Continue to Trakai Castle, which is picturesquely situated in the middle of a lake. Standing tall with a medieval-style appearance, the castle exudes a fairy-tale-like essence and can only be accessed by a wooden drawbridge. Explore the castle grounds, visit the museum, and view the myriad of ancient artifacts.

Afterward, discover the magical blue waters of Lake Galvė by boat. Relax to the sound of the calming waters as you pass through the neighboring islands. Later, go to a local restaurant where you will learn how to make a traditional Lithuanian pastry called Kibinai. Follow time-tested Lithuanian cooking methods with your host before sitting down to taste your wonderful creation! Return to Vilnius and enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure.

Day 5 Anyksciai, Birzai & Riga, Latvia

• Walk along a treetop walkway overlooking the beautiful forests and river at Anyksciai Regional Park
• Visit Birzai Castle and learn about traditional Lithuanian beer making and tasting

Wellton Riverside Spa Hotel or similar Breakfast & lunch

Full Day Itinerary

Say goodbye to Vilnius and begin your journey to Riga! En route, stop in Anyksciai Regional Park, and walk on Laju Takas, a spectacular treetop walkway. This one-of-a-kind walkway is 68 feet high and stretches 984 feet long. The observation tower offers a unique perspective with views of the famous Anyksciai hill, the curves of Saint River, and, in the distance, the twin spires of Saint Matthew's Church, the tallest in Lithuania.

Continue to the town of Birzai, known as ''beer town'' for its production of famous and unique local beer. After lunch, visit Birzai Castle, followed by a visit to the castle's cellar to learn more about traditional beer-making traditions accompanied by a tasting and songs.

Afterward, continue to Riga and check into your hotel.

Day 6 Riga, Latvia

• Discover Riga on a walking tour of the city
• Explore the medieval architecture of Riga's Old Town
• Walk through the ornate Art Nouveau district
• Join an optional visit to the Latvian Ethnographic Open-Air Museum

Wellton Riverside Spa Hotel or similar Breakfast & lunch

Full Day Itinerary

After breakfast, depart on a walking tour of Riga. Hailed as the "Paris of the North," immerse yourself among this grand Baltic capital's cobblestone streets and magnificent architecture. Embrace Riga's most exciting sites, including the Old Town, the Swedish Gate, the Monument of Liberty, and Riga's Castle. Continue to the  Riga Dome, home to one of the largest organs in Europe (6,768 pipes!) Next, enjoy a wonderful walk through the Art Nouveau district, a staple of any visit to Riga. Look out for the brilliantly decorated facades and intricately designed buildings as you take in one architectural masterpiece after another.

Following your walking tour, the rest of the afternoon is free to explore on your own or take an optional excursion to the Latvian Open Air Museum.

Optional Excursion: Latvian Ethnographic Open-Air Museum, $108

Transfer from Riga to one of the largest and oldest open-air museums in all of Europe. Explore the vast array of historical buildings dating from the 17th century through the 1930s. Stroll through traditional farmsteads and reflect on the tools and crafts that made up everyday living.

Note: This private tour requires a minimum of 4 passengers to operate.

Day 7 Riga

• Spend the day exploring Riga on your own, or take part in a full-day optional excursion to Gauja National Park

Wellton Riverside Spa Hotel or similar Breakfast

Optional Excursion: Gauja National Park, Turaida Castle & Secret Soviet Bunker with lunch, $265

Swap the city for the crisp fresh air and breathtaking natural beauty of Gauja National Park, also known as the "Switzerland of Latvia." Visit the incredible Turaida Castle situated in the heart of the park. Built in the 13th century as a residence of the Bishop of Riga, the castle stands firm today, welcoming visitors and offering a great view of the surrounding landscape. Next, visit a formerly secret underground Soviet bunker. Built as a place of refuge in case of a nuclear war, step back in time and witness a piece of history only recently discovered in the early 2000s. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to Riga.

Note: This private tour requires a minimum of 4 passengers to operate.

Day 8 Pärnu, Kaelase, Tallinn, Estonia

• Visit a local eco-farm and engage in an organic horticulture workshop
• Visit Jaanihanso Cider House and enjoy a cider tasting with snacks

Radisson Collection Hotel, Tallinn or similar Breakfast

Full Day Itinerary

This morning, depart for Tallinn, Estonia. En route, visit an eco-farm that specializes in organic gardening. Meet the friendly owners who will take you to their herb yard and greenhouse. During this time, learn more about the difference between eco-growing and chemically fertilized plants and how each affects human health. Then, partake in planting seeds in their greenhouse before sitting down and enjoying homemade smoothies and lemonade made with herbs picked from their garden.

Next, continue towards Tallinn and stop at Jaanihanso Cider House in the town of Kaelase. Tour the factory and apple orchards and learn more about making cider. Enjoy a tasting of five different delectable ciders with accompanying cheese and snacks. Later this evening, arrive in Tallinn and check in to your hotel.

Day 9 Tallinn, Estonia

• Enjoy a panoramic tour of Tallinn
• Visit the magnificent Kadriorg Palace and the National Art Museum
• Discover the Kalamaja district on a walking tour
• Explore the Old Town Tallinn during a walking tour
• Visit the Estonian Opera House

Radisson Collection Hotel, Tallinn or similar Breakfast & lunch

Full Day Itinerary

After breakfast, begin your first full day in Estonia with a panoramic tour of Tallinn, ending at Kadriorg Palace. Founded in 1718 by Russian Tsar Peter I in honor of his wife Catherine I, it is considered a crown jewel of Tallinn. Stroll through the colorful gardens and flower parks before entering the National Art Museum. Wander through the halls of the exquisite interior and admire an assortment of brilliant pieces from international artists. 

Next, continue to the Balti Jaama market, which offers an excellent opportunity to see and enjoy local products, following a walking tour of the Kalamaja district. Often considered a hipster area of Tallinn, it is best known for its colorful wooden houses, bohemian charm, and industrial heritage. Kalamaja has been the city's main fishing port from the Middle Ages onward. Its name even means 'fish house' in Estonian. Fishermen, fishmongers, and boatmen have lived here since the 14th century. Part of Kalamaja's old industrial infrastructure has been preserved and is still operating today. 

Later, continue your walking tour to Old Town Tallinn, one of Northern Europe's best-preserved medieval cities. Feel the aura of the 14th and 15th-century walls, towers, and soaring church spires as you walk along the winding streets. See the 14th-century Gothic Town Hall and the magnificent pink Baroque-style Toompea Palace, then visit the Dome Cathedral. Then, stand in awe at the outstanding architecture of the Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Cathedral.

Round out the day with a visit to the Estonian Opera House. Take a guided tour and gain an insight into some of the many facilities the Opera House offers and what goes on behind the scenes before the curtain rises. Learn about the architecture, stagecraft, opera, and ballet.

Day 10 Tallinn & Lahemaa National Park

• Visit Lahemaa National Park
• Walk along the boardwalks of an Estonian bog
• Visit a 400-year-old fisherman's village
• See the Baroque-style Palmse Manor
• Enjoy a medieval feast-style dinner with your fellow travelers

Radisson Collection Hotel, Tallinn or similar Breakfast & dinner

Full Day Itinerary

This morning, leave the city behind for the breathtaking natural landscape of Lahemaa National Park. Wetlands, bogs, and forests cover nearly three-quarters of Estonia. Today allows you to step outside and enjoy the fresh air that comes with it. Visit a traditional Estonian bog and walk along the boardwalks while taking in the sights and sounds of nature. Listen to the relaxing sound of water cascading at the Jägala waterfall. Enjoy the view of the shore and explore the enchanting 400-year-old fishing village of Altja. Then, visit the Baroque-style Palmse Manor. This afternoon, return to Tallinn and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Enjoy a wonderful farewell medieval feast-style dinner with your fellow travelers this evening at a local restaurant in Tallinn.

Day 11 Depart Tallinn/Arrive USA

• Transfer to the airport for your return flight
• Arrive in the USA later today

Breakfast

Helsinki Optional Post-Tour Extension

Day 11 Tallinn to Helsinki by Ferry

• Spend the morning at leisure
• Board the ferry to Helsinki
• Enjoy the evening at leisure

Radisson Blu Seaside Hotel Helsinki or similar Breakfast

Full Day Itinerary

Enjoy a leisurely morning to explore at your own pace before boarding a comfortable ferry to Helsinki. Relax in the exclusive Comfort Lounge, which offers a serene space with sea views perfect for unwinding or catching up on work. Enjoy complimentary snacks, hot and cold beverages, daily newspapers, and free WiFi, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience.

Upon arrival in Helsinki, a private transfer will transfer you to your hotel. The evening is yours to discover the city’s vibrant atmosphere, relax, and prepare for the adventures ahead.

Day 12 Helsinki

• Discover Helsinki's highlights during a guided walking tour
• Spend the evening at leisure

Radisson Blu Seaside Hotel Helsinki or similar Breakfast

Full Day Itinerary

After breakfast at your hotel, meet your expert local guide for an engaging walking tour through the city. Stroll past bustling harbors and along the vibrant Mannerheim Street, the heart of the Finnish capital. Discover key landmarks, including the striking Parliament Building, the innovative Finlandia Hall, and the architectural marvel of the Oodi Library. With its energy-efficient design, glass and steel structures, and warm wooden facade, Oodi embodies Finland’s seamless blend of tradition and modernity. This immersive tour offers a unique perspective on Helsinki’s green spaces, cultural diversity, and contemporary charm.

Enjoy leisure time exploring the city at your own pace or relaxing at your hotel this evening.

Day 13 Depart Helsinki/Arrive USA

• Transfer to the airport for your return flight
• Arrive in the USA later today

Breakfast

Hotels

Hotel Vilnia

First Class

Originally built in the 19th century, Hotel Vilnia is situated in the heart of the Lithuanian capital Vilnius, just opposite the entrance to the Bernardine Garden and within short walking distance of Cathedral Square, Vilnius University and Gediminas' Castle. This part of Vilnius is in a quiet, relaxing area surrounded by the extraordinary beauty of churches, parks, and monuments.

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Wellton Riverside Spa Hotel

First Class

Located in the historical center of Riga Old Town, the Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel is within walking distance from UNESCO world heritage attractions such as House of the Blackheads, Riga Dome Cathedral, and Latvian National Opera. The hotel also offers a full-service spa experience with services such as an Aqua Thermal Area, facials, scrubs, wraps, and specialized baths. There is a heated swimming pool, gym, and sauna on-site as well. 

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Radisson Collection Hotel, Tallinn

Deluxe

Radisson Collection Hotel, Tallinn is an exclusive and luxurious hotel that blends modern comfort and traditional elegance. The hotel is located in the heart of Tallinn's Old Town, only a few minutes walk from the famous Town Hall, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Tallinn City Museum, and the Estonian National Opera.   

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Radisson Blu Seaside Hotel Helsinki

First Class

The Radisson Blu Seaside Hotel is located in the heart of Helsinki’s Ruoholahti district and offers a stylish waterfront escape with panoramic views of the Gulf of Finland. The hotel is close to the iconic Helsinki Cathedral, the Market Square, and the innovative Design District.

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