Two Baltic sisters: Latvia and Lithuania

from 1560 Eur

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

2 day. Riga – Kemeri Nationalpark – Tukums – Kandava – Ventspils (~ 187 km)
After breakfast, travel to Venspilis, a tour through the Kemeri National Park (The Natura – 2000) area. You will go to Tukums. Tukums is a historically significant town in Courland. It has a long tradition and is the city of forge. The city of Tukums attractions: the Castle Tower with museum, the Evangelical Church and a little out of town – palace Durbe. Continue via Kandava to Ventspils. Nowadays, city Kandava enchants with its historic charm and the remarkable not only for its historical center. Arrival in Ventspils old port city on the Baltic Sea. Ventspils is mixed of culture, history and Baltic holiday atmosphere. Overnight in Ventspils.

3 day. Ventspils – Pavilosta – Liepaja (~ 130 km)
Breakfast. Drive to Pavilosta (a calm unspoiled spot by the Baltic Sea). Today Pavilosta is known as a popular place for sailing and windsurfing, as well as the summer holiday. Harbor, moorings, the great sea stones, the untouched nature and the rough sea air attract creative people. Continue to Liepaja. Liepaja is known in Latvia as the capital of rock music and as a city with a particularly creative atmosphere for musicians and artists. On the promenade beside the canal Tirdzniecibas you can see the clock from amber. The clock is 4 meters high and is made up of small pieces of amber. The beautifully restored old town with its typical wooden houses with cozy cafes invites you to stay on. In the Trinity Church is one of the largest organ in the world. If you would like to relax on the beach, there are 70 m long to go on Liepaja beach. Overnight at hotel in Liepaja.

4 day. Liepaja – Nida – Palanga (~ 75 km)
After breakfast, travel to Palanga through Nida and Šventoji. In the village of Nida (near the Lithuanian - Latvian border) you can visit Fisherman „Gaigalas“.Continue to 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.

5 - 6 day. Palanga
Free day in Palanga. The city offers the spa facilities, lovely promenades and restaurants, cafes, bars, discos, nightclubs and casinos. For active recreation: watercraft, bicycles, riding horses, tennis courts, swimming pools and saunas. Accommodation in Palanga.

7 day. Palanga – Klaipėda (~30 km)
Breakfast. Drive 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 and etc. Overnight in Klaipėda.

8 day. Klaipėda – Curonian Spit (~ 52 km)
Breakfast. Drive to Curonian Spit. Since 2000, the Curonian Spit is a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. In 2002, the Nida Baltic beach has been awarded the "Blue Flag". First stop in Juodkrantė on Amber Bay. You may to visit the Hill of Witches and cormorant colony. On the way visit the Dead Dunes near Pervalka. Arrival in Nida. Overnight in a guesthouse or hotel.

9 - 10 day. Nida
These days 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. Enjoy the day in Nida. Accommodation in Nida.

11 day. Nida
On this day you can crossing by ferry into Memel Delta. You will go to the village of Minge, know as "Lithuanian Venice". The beautiful surroundings offer many interesting opportunities for water sports enthusiasts. On the way, you can get a picnic. Return by ship to Nida. Overnight in Nida.

12 day. Nida
Your own time in Nida. Accommodation in Nida.

13 day. Nida – Kaunas – Vilnius (~ 357 km)
After breakfast, travel along the river Nemunas to Kaunas – the second largest city in Lithuania. This route will astonish you with a variety of castles, mounds view, from there you will see a beautiful panorama. If you drive along Nemunas further, you will see the impressive castle Raudonė. Arrival in Kaunas. City is famous for its old town with the town hall, the cathedral, and pedestrian "Liberty Avenue" (Laisvės alėja lith.). Travel to Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania. Overnight at hotel in Vilnius.

14 day. Vilnius
After breakfast, a sightseeing in 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 in 4-stars hotel in Vilnius. In the afternoon, 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.

15 day. Vilnius
Your own time in Vilnius. Overnight at hotel in Vilnius.

16 day. Vilnius – Panevezys – Hill of Crosses in Siauliai - Castle Rundale – Riga (~ 379 km)
After breakfast, travel to Hill of Crosses in Šiauliai through Panevėžys. The Hill of Crosses is a historical and architectural monument, a unique ensemble of folk art. This is an expression of a spontaneous religiousness of the people, and is a symbol not of grief and death but of Faith, Love and Sacrifice. In 1993 September 7th it was visited by Pope John Paul II. Travel to Riga. You may to visit the Baroque Rundale Palace. The magnificent baroque palace of Rundale is one of the most popular attractions of Latvia and is one of the most remarkable architectural monuments of the Latvian Rococo and Baroque. It is located near the town of Bauska and it’s known as the "Versailles of the Baltics". Accommodation in Riga.

17 day. Departure from Riga
Breakfast. Return the rental car in Riga airport, harbour or city.

The price includes:

17 days rental car;
16 nights with breakfast in a 3-4* stars hotels or guest house;
Excursion in Klaipeda 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 Riga, Ventspilis, Liepaja, Palanga, and in Curonian Spit.
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