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10-Day Baltics Capitals Tour from Riga: Tallinn, Helsinki, Lappeenranta, Riga Castle, the Gauja National Park, Toompea Castle

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What you'll experience

Highlights

• Welcome meeting with champagne-cocktail or juice
• Personalised welcome package 
• Entrances to medieval Great Guild Hall in Tallinn and Church-in-the-Rock in Helsinki and lake Saimaa cruise
• Ferry ticket Tallinn-Helsinki OW (2nd class)

10 days

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. 1

    Day 1 — Riga

    Arrival in Riga, optional transfer to Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija**** or similar, check-in, welcome meeting.
    Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 4 star hotel
  2. 2

    Day 2 — Riga

    Founded in 1201 by the German bishop Albert, Riga is the largest of the three Baltic capitals and boasts a real kaleidoscope of architectural styles. The walking tour of the morning takes to Art Nouveaux district and Old Town including 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, the vibrant Latvian sea resort, famous for its wooden architecture and sandy beaches. The evening offers an optional organ concert at the Dome Cathedral.
    Riga Castle

    Riga Castle

    the Dome Cathedral

    the Dome Cathedral

    Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 4 star hotel
  3. 3

    Day 3 — Riga

    After we got acquainted with Riga, we 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. The afternoon offers an optional visit to the Ethnographical Open-Air Museum, a spacious exposition of 18th century country life. In the evening enjoy an optional Latvian dinner at the stylish Restaurant Kalku Varti.
    Gauja National Park

    Gauja National Park

    Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 4 star hotel
  4. 4

    Day 4 — Riga - Tallinn

    The tour continues along the coastal highway to the Estonian summer resort of Parnu. We do a short tour of the resort before we continue through the North Estonian land of forests and arrive in Tallinn early afternoon, check-in at the Hotel Radisson Blu Olympia**** or similar.
    Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 4 star hotel
  5. 5

    Day 5 — 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 an optional excursion is offered to Kadriorg Park and visit to KUMU, the award-winning new Estonian Art museum, with its collections of classic and contemporary fine art. The evening offers an optional medieval dinner at Restaurant Maikrahv.
    Toompea Castle

    Toompea Castle

    the Dome Cathedral

    the Dome Cathedral

    Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 4 star hotel
  6. 6

    Day 6 — Tallinn - Helsinki

    This day 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. 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 at Hotel Glo Art**** or similar.
    Lahemaa National Park

    Lahemaa National Park

    Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 4 star hotel
  7. 7

    Day 7 — Helsinki

    Helsinki is truly located at the crossroads of Western and Eastern culture and this is reflected everywhere in the green and lively Finnish capital. The 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 at 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, fortress is a unique attraction for visitors.
    Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 4 star hotel
  8. 8

    Day 8 — Helsinki - Lappeenranta

    In the morning we go to the railway station and depart with train bound for Lappeenranta, where we arrive shortly after midday. Transfer to Hotel Scandic Patria**** or similar. Lappeenranta is beautifully set at the shores of Lake Saimaa and was an important Swedish fortress town in the 18th century. Nowadays it is an attractive and popular resort town. The afternoon walking tour of Lappeenranta takes us to the historical Old Town, the port area and Lappeenranta Fortress with its wooden and redbrick buildings, artisans' shops, museums, wooden Orthodox Mary the Virgin Church and cafes. Return to hotel and check-in. Late afternoon we walk to the pier to embark on spectacular evening cruise on Lake Saimaa and to the Saimaa Canal. The ship has a restaurant, where we can enjoy drinks and snacks or a full dinner while we are stunned by the views of the lake. After three hours we return to port and walk back to hotel.
    Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 4 star hotel
  9. 9

    Day 9 — Lappeenranta - Helsinki

    The day offers the possibility to the explore Lappeenranta resort town on own hand. The hotel is located between the Old Town and the port area and both are easily accessible on foot. Go shopping in the small boutique in the Old Town, try the Karelian cuisine or enjoy the atmosphere and the views at the port. In the late afternoon transfer to the train station and departure by train back to Helsinki. Arrival to Helsinki early in the evening and transfer to Hotel Glo Art**** or similar, check in.
    Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: 4 star hotel
  10. 10

    Day 10 — Helsinki

    Optional transfer to the airport or self-transfer on your own.
    Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded

What's included

Included

  • 9 overnights at centrally located 4 star hotels (Check-in hotels in the itinerary are for your reference, and the final hotel information will be sent to you 30 days before the tour starts. )
  • 9 x buffet breakfast
  • Welcome meeting with champagne-cocktail or juice
  • Personalised welcome package 
  • Entrances to medieval Great Guild Hall in Tallinn and Church-in-the-Rock in Helsinki and lake Saimaa cruise
  • Service of English and German speaking tour escort on all tours for Riga-Helsinki segment and local English-speaking guide in Lappeenranta
  • Service of Italian and Spanish speaking tour escort on all tours for Riga-Helsinki segment and local English and Spanish speaking guide in Lappeenranta 
  • Service of 1st class motor coaches or 1st class minivans throughout the itinerary
  • Ferry ticket Tallinn-Helsinki OW (2nd class)

Not included

  • Airfare
  • Lunch and dinner
  • Tips
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional activities (price and availability subject to change):
    - Transfer airport to Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija: EUR 45.00 for private car (1-3 persons), EUR 65.00 for private minivan (4-7 persons)  
    - 4-hour excursion to Jurmala: EUR 40.00 pp
    - Organ concert at the Dome Cathedral: EUR 35.00 pp
    - 4-hour excursion to Gauja National Park: EUR 50.00 pp
    - 3-hour excursion to Ethnographical Open Air museum: EUR 45.00 pp
    - Latvian dinner at Restaurant Kalku Varti: EUR 50.00 pp
    - 3-hour excursion to Kadriorg Park and visit to KUMU: EUR 45.00 pp
    - Medieval dinner at Restaurant Maikrahv: EUR 50.00 pp
    - 6-hour excursion to Lahemaa National Park: EUR 70.00 pp
    - 3-hour excursion with water bus to the Suomenlinna Fortress: EUR 65.00 pp
    - Transfer Hotel Glo Art to airport: EUR 90.00 for private car (1-3 persons), EUR 120.00 for private minivan (4-7 persons) 
    - Half board at hotels (9 x 3 course dinner with coffee/tea): EUR 395.00 pp

Cancellation policy

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Cancellation/Amendment Policy
- 38 days or more prior to the departure date: 10% penalty fee;
- 17-37 days prior to the departure date: 50% penalty fee;
- 10-16 days prior to the departure date: 75% penalty fee;
- 3-9 days prior to the departure date: 90% penalty fee;
- 0-2 days prior to the departure date: 100% penalty fee, non-refundable;
- No-show on tour, 100% penalty fee
 

Important info

Special notes
  • Please be sure to provide accurate and complete information upon booking. This helps to avoid any errors upon the reservation because errors affect travel. Any losses due to inaccurate or invalid information will be at your own cost and the company will not be held responsible. 
  • Various hotels may have different deposit policy passengers need to comply with. No specific bed type or the position of the tour can be guaranteed at each hotel. 
  • We have the right to make appropriate adjustments to the itinerary under the conditions of facilitating the operation for the tour group. This, however, will not reduce the items that should be included in the itinerary.
  • During the actual trip, the tour guide or driver has the right to appropriately adjust the tour sequence, stay time or assembly time of scenic spots according to the weather, traffic, and other conditions to ensure the smooth progress of the trip.
  • If the scenic spots are temporarily closed or closed on a particular holiday, etc., the tour guide will adjust the appearance according to the actual situation or replace the location with another scenic spot to ensure the richness of the itinerary. The opening hours and capacity limits of certain attractions and national parks will be subject to change from time to time due to the COVID-19 pandemic. When the operating hours and capacity restrictions have an impact on the itinerary, it shall be regarded as force majeure. Thank you for your understanding.
  • Normal health conditions are required to participate and enjoy our full itineraries. Contact us for specific policies or information regarding passengers with disabilities who do need to provide advance notification to make a reservation. The local operator does not guarantee a wheelchair lift-equipped bus and/or seating availability to disabled passengers without prior notification and approval.
  • We reserve the right, when operating conditions require, transferring passengers from one vehicle to another en route.
Pricing notes (children, single supplement)
* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double Occupancy applies when two people stay in one standard hotel room.
* Tour prices are based on Euros (EUR) and converted into US dollars (USD). Constant fluctuations in the exchange rate cause prices to change on a regular basis. You will be charged the price based on the applicable exchange rate at the time of payment. All transactions are final. We do not offer discounts or compensation to those citing lower prices at a later date. Bookings will be subject to penalties when modified or cancelled.

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