Day 1
Tallinn
Arrival in Tallinn, the capital of Estonia.
( Leisure )
Baltic Classical
Route: Tallinn → Turaida Castle → Riga → Jūrmala → Riga → Rundāle Palace → Hill of Crosses → Vilnius → Trakai → Vilnius
( Tour summary )( Heritage sites )
A classic one-week itinerary covering the key cultural highlights of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. Discover three distinctive UNESCO-listed capitals — medieval Tallinn, Art Nouveau Riga and Baroque Vilnius — and venture beyond them to Trakai, the Hill of Crosses and the seaside resort of Jūrmala. Short distances make the Baltics ideal for an easy multi-country journey combining history, architecture and nature.
- Estonia
- Tallinn Old Town, Kadriorg Palace
- Latvia
- Turaida Castle, Riga Old Town, Jūrmala Town, Rundāle Palace
- Lithuania
- Hill of Crosses, Vilnius Old Town, Trakai Castle
Itinerary.
Day 2
Tallinn
Discover Tallinn, where a beautifully preserved medieval Old Town, historic merchant houses and church spires tell the story of one of the Baltic region’s most atmospheric capitals.
Special visit: Marzipan workshop in Tallinn’s oldest cafe – learn about this centuries-old tradition and paint your own marzipan figurine.
Day 3
Tallinn – Riga
350 km, 5 h
Departure for Riga, the capital of Latvia. En route stopp in the picturesque Gauja River Valley, often called the Switzerland of Latvia. Visit Turaida Castle, a striking medieval fortress surrounded by forested hills, and discover its fascinating history and panoramic views over the valley.
Day 4
Riga – Jūrmala – Riga
50 km, 1 h
Explore Riga’s UNESCO-listed Old Town and impressive Art Nouveau architecture before visiting Jūrmala, Latvia’s famous seaside resort, known for its sandy beaches and historic wooden villas.
Special visit: Riga Central Market & Black Balsam Tasting — Discover local delicacies at one of Europe’s largest traditional markets and taste Latvia’s famous herbal liqueur.
Day 5
Riga – Vilnius
380 km, 5–5.5 hrs
Visit Rundāle Palace, the magnificent Baroque residence often called the Versailles of the Baltics, renowned for its lavish interiors and French-style gardens. Cross into Lithuania to discover the Hill of Crosses, an extraordinary pilgrimage site and powerful symbol of national identity and resilience.
Day 6
Vilnius
Explore Vilnius, Lithuania’s elegant capital, renowned for its atmospheric Old Town and rich architectural heritage.
Special visit: Explore Uzupis, Vilnius’ bohemian artists’ quarter and self-declared independent ‘republic’.
Day 7
Vilnius – Trakai – Vilnius
60 km, 1h
Explore Vilnius before travelling to Trakai, where the medieval island castle creates one of the most iconic views in Lithuania.
Special visit: Visit of Karaims, an ethnic minority with a culinary workshop – prepare traditional kibinai, learn about the culture and enjoy lunch at a local Karaim restaurant.
Day 8
Vilnius
Departure from Vilnius after a journey combining the essential Baltic highlights with authentic local culture, flavours and experiences.
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