Grand Baltic Tour

from 1490 Eur

Total travel distance is ~1336 km

1 day. Arrival in Tallinn airport
Pick up a rental car in Tallinn airport. Night in hotel at Tallinn.

2 day. Tallinn
After breakfast, a sightseeing in Tallinn. You will see Toompea tower, Alexander Nevski Cathedral, an original almost 2 km long city wall, medieval streets with the remaining fortifications. Overnight in hotel at Tallinn.

3 day. Tallinn – Paide – Poltsamaa – Tartu (~ 200km)
After breakfast, travel to Tartu. En route, you will visit Paide city, which know as the “heart of Estonia” is. You have to see Order Castle in Paide, where is the time center called as “Wittensten” and lime three sculptures. En route to Tartu, you will visit Poltsamaa, which is know as capital of wine in Estonia. Poltsamaa, a small, cozy city with its beautiful park, Rose Island, river views and magnificent white bridge. Nikolai Church with pride welcomes you from afar. It’s red Tower you will see also from afar. You may taste the local wine from Poltsamaa castle courtyard wine cellar. City of Tartu is an intellectual and cultural able to welcome families, romantics, curious and others. Tartu city is rich of culture, here you will see the oldest University in north Europe, the kissing sculpture and etc. Overnight at hotel in Tartu.

4 day. Tartu – Cesis – Sigulda – Turaida – Riga (~ 283km)
After breakfast, a tour through the Gauja National Park, to Riga. Latvia’s most popular Gauja National Park was opened in 1973 and extends approximately 100 km along Gauja Valley. Cesis is so cozy and nice city which appears a visit as a nice holiday at Latvia’s grandmother. The historical heritage of the city: the streets, merchant houses, churches of gothic and one of the best preserved medieval castles in the Baltic countries. The capital of parks is Sigulda city. Sigulda is interesting by its old Krimulda manor, beautiful parks, the villages, the Order Castle. From here, you can enjoy fantastic view of the Gauja Valley. En route to Turaida, you will visit the Gautmano cave (the largest cave in Latvia). In Turaida visit the Turaida castle, which was built by Livonian Order. In the evening, arrive in Riga and overnight at hotel.

5 day. Riga
After breakfast, a sightseeing in Riga. Riga Old Town which is added to UNESCO's cultural heritage. The city has a long history and rich cultural heritage with a diverse architecture, and especially 800 fascinated art nouveau buildings. During the tour you will see: Evangelical Lutheran Dome Cathedral, St. Peter, St. Jacob's Church, Town Hall Square, merchant’s guild buildings, defensive walls remaining, the freedom monument and other famous sights of the town. Night in Riga hotel.

6 day. Riga – Bauska – Rundale castle – Siauliai – Palanga (~317 km)
After breakfast, travel to Palanga. On the way, you will visit the town of Bauska. City Celebrities: Bauska Castle, City Hall, the Statue of Liberty, etc. Next stop at tourist destination baroque-rococo style Rundales castle. En route to Palanga, you will visit the Hill of Crosses in Šiauliai. Hill of Crosses - is an historical and architectural monument, a unique folk art ensemble. It attracts people, all believers with its peace, spirituality, authentic and sacred being. In 1993 September 7th it was visited by Pope John Paul II. In the evening, arrive at the resort of Palanga. Palanga is a city that is one of the best resorts not only in Lithuania, but also in the entire Baltic region. The city prides itself on its Amber Museum and Park. The museum has 4,500 jewelry of amber. Accommodation in Palanga.

7 day. Palanga – Klaipėda – Nida (~ 85 km)
Breakfast. Travel to Klaipėda. Klaipėda is the northernmost port in the Baltic Sea. In city old town you will see its half-timbering buildings, cobbled streets, Annie of Tharaw fountain, John hill, the old bazaar, a cruise ship terminal. Dinner time you could have in the cozy neighborhood of Friedrich's passage. You will cross by ferry to the Curonian Spit, which is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. In 2002, Nida's beaches have been awarded the "Blue Flag" status. First stop at Juodkrantė to visit the Amber Bay, witch mountain, cormorant colony. On the way to Pervalka visit to the Dead dune valley. Arriving in Nida. Overnight in a guest house or hotel.

8 day. Nida
This day is for your leisure. You can take a stroll along the Nida beach, visit the higher dunes with a sun clock, explore traditional fishermen's cottages, Nida lighthouse, visit the Thomas Mann Museum, boat, swim, ride a bike or just spending time in the beach. Either You can visit the Amber Gallery of family Mizgiria, who have large collection. Accommodation in Nida.

9-10 day. Nida
Free time and accommodation in Nida.

11 day. Nida – Panemunė castle – Raudone castle – Kaunas (~ 297 km)
After breakfast, travel to Kaunas – the second largest city in Lithuania. City is famous for its old town with the town hall, the cathedral, and pedestrian "Liberty Avenue" (Laisvės alėja lith.). You will travel along the river Nemunas. In the summer you could experience meadows blooming with beautiful views of the river Nemunas. Panemunė castle in Jurbarkas is a representative building in the Renaissance style with Gothic elements, visible from afar. Another attraction is Raudonė castle, built in the 16th century. This castle is well preserved and built of red tower. Arrival in Kaunas. Night at hotel in Kaunas.

12 day. Kaunas – Vilnius (~ 102 km)
After breakfast, travel to capital city Vilnius. Check-in hotel. Tour around the city of Vilnius. You will visit the Town Hall Square, St. Peter and Paul church, the famous Castle Street, Gates of Dawn, Vilnius University District and etc. Overnight at hotel in Vilnius.

13 day. Vilnius – Trakai – Vilnius (~ 52 km)
On this day you can visit Trakai. Trakai is located about 26 km from Vilnius. This unique complex is located in a beautiful place on the island, which is surrounded by lakes. Overnight at hotel in Vilnius.

14 day. Departure from Vilnius
Car return in Vilnius Airport or city.

The price includes:

14 days of rental car;
13 nights with breakfast in a 3-4* stars hotels or guest house in Nida;
Excursion in Tallinn, Riga and Vilnius with English speaking guide;
Map of the itinerary, all required travel documents;

Prices excludes:

Entrance tickets to visiting objects and museums;
Ferry tickets to Curonian Spit;
Ecologie fee on the Curonian Spit;

Additionally, we can reserve:

English guided tour of Tartu, Palanga, Klaipeda, Nida;
Flight or ferry tickets;

Free choice of dates. The trip is booking throughout the year.
Itinerary changes are possible.

More information and reservation: info@klaipedatours.lt