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GUARANTEED
ESCORTED TOURS
Summer 2021
5 languages • 25 tours • 200+ departures
Kiev
BALTICVISION
table of contents: BALTICVISION is the largest provider of guaranteed escorted tours and city breaks in
the Baltic Sea region and beyond. Our tours combine three things which are important
Intro 2
for modern travellers: affordable prices, first class service and plenty of individual
Baltic Lifestyle 4
choices. Deluxe programs offer more luxury and exclusivity. BALTICVISION
Baltic Impressions 6
Baltic Metropoles 8
distributes its products through an extensive network of reliable and trustworthy
Baltic Highlights 10 tour operators.
11
A First Class Product
Baltic Classical
Baltic and Russian Explorer 12
Baltic Revelation 14
Baltic and Russian Explorer 16
GUARANTEED ESCORTED TOURS SERVICE STANDARDS
The Czar Route 18 All our tours are guaranteed. They are offered in five Hotels: We are using good centrally located superior three-
Russian Capitals 20 different languages (English, German, Italian, Spanish and star, four-star or five-star hotels. We reserve the right to
Russian Capitals and Golden Ring 22 Portuguese). Depending on sales, most tours are bilingual change the featured hotels. Alternative hotels will be of
and guests are normally from a number of different the same standard as the featured hotels both in terms of
Russian Capitals and Tatarstan 24 countries. Other guests with the same languages may standard and location. If any changes from featured hotels,
Baltic Triangle 26 join in or may leave during a tour. Our tours represent a final hotel names will be advised latest one month prior
unique possibility to meet people across borders and win to arrival.
St.Petersburg City Break 27
new friends. Breakfast: Breakfast is buffet style at all hotels.
Polish and Baltic Jewels 28
Polish Splendours 30
Classical Ukraine 31
Scenic Ukraine and Poland 32
Booking conditions 34
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Coaches and vans: Our coaches are new 49-seater
first class coaches with air conditioning, adjustable
seats, toilet, fridge and possible other conveniences.
Depending on sales, some tours or segments of tours
and optional tours are operated with new first class vans
with adjustable seats and air conditioning. For comfort
and security we always keep at least three empty seats in
coaches and vans. Passengers are covered by third person
liability insurance. Drivers are driving strictly according
to EU regulations. Seating in the vehicles is free.
Tour escorts: Our tour escorts are university graduates
and have been specially trained as guides and as tour
escorts. The tour escorts are very experienced and
most have been working for us for many years. The tour
escorts are assisted by local guides if needed or required.
Portage: Portage of one piece of luggage is included at
all four and five star hotels and at railway stations when
indicated. special highlight dinners at local restaurants. Dinners questionnaire. The questionnaires are handed over
at hotels are substantial 3-course set menu or buffet to the guests during the welcome meeting or at the
Visa support: Visa is required for almost all nationalities style and include ice-water and coffee/tea. Highlight start of the tour and collected at the end of the tour.
for tours including Russia and Belarus, and only for dinners at local restaurants include a substantial Moreover, we are happy to receive feedback in any
some few nationalities for tours covering EU destinations 3-course menu with ice-water and coffee/tea. In other form aiming to help us to maintain and raise the
and Ukraine. Unless otherwise indicated, we supply visa some cases alcoholic drinks or live entertainment is
support complementary. standard of our product.
included. The highlight dinners at local restaurants
include guide and transport, in few cases the Safety and security: Safety and security is a priority
Number of guests: We do not aim at mass tourism. restaurants are within walking distance from the hotel
For our best-selling tours, we allow max 45 guests on in all our operations. We collaborate only with
(max 10 min walk) and transport is not included. At
the same tour. However, the average number of guests suppliers that guarantee the same. We carefully
both hotels and local restaurants additional drinks can
is around 25–30. For a number of other tours we are be ordered and paid for at the spot. check the insurance and operating licenses of all our
further limiting the number of guest. The maximum suppliers.
number of guests allowed on these tours is indicated in
the programs. This firm policy secures more value and PRE- AND POST STAYS
more comfort for our guests. We offer attractive hotel rates for guests who would
PRICE POLICY
like to arrive earlier or depart later. Please ask for All prices in this catalogue include service and VAT.
a detailed pricelist. We are also capable of offering All prices are gross rates and are commissionable to
SPECIAL FEATURES more comprehensive customized pre- and post- reliable and trustworthy tour operators.
Arrival and departure transfers: Guests can pre- arrangements on and around the destinations. Please
order private arrival and departure transfers. By arrival contact us for detailed offer.
transfer the guests are met by a driver with a name board BOOKINGS
reading their surnames in the arrival hall of the airport. We recommend to use B2B online booking platform
Guests should co-ordinate their departure transfer with QUALITY, SAFETY AND SECURITY Seagull-online.com for bookings. It is the fastest and
the tour escort. Quality control: We ask all guests to fill out a service easiest way to get instant confirmations.
Welcome meeting: During the welcome meeting, the
guests are served a welcome drink. The tour escort
introduces the program and the optional tours, and the
guests receive various materials such as a personalized
program and information material. On the few tours,
where indicated, there is no welcome meeting and the
tour escort will brief the guests and hand out information
material at the start of the tour.
MORE VALUE
Optional excursions and dinners: Most of our tours
come with an extensive choice of optional excursions and
dinners. The optional services can be booked in advance or
during the tour. The optional excursions feature important
highlights not included into the standard sightseeing
tours and always include transport, guide service and
entrances. The optional dinners are half-board at hotel or
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Tallinn Vihula
Tartu
Liepaja Riga Valmiera
Daugavpils
Vilnius
Baltic Lifestyle
DAY 1 (SUNDAY): ARRIVAL TALLINN DAY 4 (WEDNESDAY): TARTU–MARCIENA
Arrival in Tallinn, optional transfer to Hotel Santa Departing from Tartu, we head south and soon we reach
Barbara*** or similar, check-in, welcome meeting. Valmiera, a Hanseatic town founded in the 14th century,
June–August 2021, DAY 2 (MONDAY): TALLINN–VIHULA
when the Livonian Order built a castle here. We make
a short tour of the town and a visit the small, private
11 days/10 nights: The Estonian capital is a charming blend of medieval Valmiermuiza Brewery, where we are introduced to the
tranquillity and modern urban life. The medieval Old secrets of beer brewing and are invited to test the produce.
Dates: Town is a busy place in the summer with its many shops, The day continues with a visit to local farm to sample the
galleries, souvenir markets, outdoor cafés and restaurants. delicious organic cheese produced by the farmers. Late in
GLB01: 27.06–07.07.21
The sightseeing tour takes us around the old medieval city the afternoon we arrive to Hotel Marciena Manor****, a
GLB02: 18.07–28.07.21
walls and into the Old Town where we see Toompea Castle, picturesque and romantic estate in the middle of Latvia.
GLB03: 01.08–11.08.21
Dome Church, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, medieval Old This evening offers a BBQ dinner at Marciena Manor.
GLB04: 15.08–25.08.21
Town Hall and Great Guild Hall. After leaving Tallinn we
reach Lahemaa National Park in the early afternoon and DAY 5 (THURSDAY): MARCIENA–DAUGAVPILS
Package prices per person: check-in at Hotel Vihula Manor Country Club & Spa****, Leaving Marciena our first stop is in Aglona, where we visit
EUR 1095.00 (double occupancy) a charming 16th century estate located in the heart of the Aglona Basilica built in late baroque style and a ceramics
EUR 350.00 (single supplement) park. The dinner at Kaval-Ants Tavern features a genuine workshop, an important symbol of Latgalian culture.
Estonian countryside meal in the rustic ambience of the From here, our tour continues to Daugavpils, Latvia’s 2nd
old ice-cellar. largest city. We tour the historical centre of the city and
Including: visit the 19th century Daugavpils Fortress and the Mark
• •10 overnights at centrally located 3-4 star DAY 3 (TUESDAY): VIHULA–TARTU Rothko Art Centre, the only place in Europe, where the
hotels
After breakfast, we visit Lahemaa National Park with its original masterpieces by the famous founder of abstract
• 10 x buffet breakfast
wide stretches of beautiful untouched nature and many expressionism can be seen. Just outside the city we find
• Estonian dinner at Restaurant Kaval-Ants
Tavern, BBQ dinner at Marciena Manor, 3
charming manor houses. We embark on a delightful the lovely Sventes Manor and we check in at Hotel Svente
course Latvian farewell dinner with black walking tour through the park (2 hours, medium) and visit Manor****.
balsam at Restaurant Three the impressive Manor House in Palmse, a testament to the
• Welcome meeting with champagne-cocktail or industrious von Pahlen family. We continue to Tartu, the DAY 6 (FRIDAY): DAUGAVPILS–VILNIUS
juice University Town, where Estonia gained its statehood. We Today we continue southwards into Lithuania and an in
• Personalized welcome package see the charming Old Town and the University founded in the middle of the day we arrive at Aukstatija National Park
• Entrances to Palmse Manor, Valmiermuiza 1632. Check in at Hotel London**** or similar. with its many lakes, rivulets and streams scattered between
Brewery, organic cheese sampling at a local
farm, Aglona Basilica, ceramics show-room in
Aglona, Mark Rothko Art Centre in Daugavpils,
Old University in Vilnius and Trinity Church in
Liepaja
• Bike and helmet rentals for biking program on
Day 6
• Service of English and German speaking tour
escort on all tours
• Service of 1st class van throughout the itinerary
Small groups:
Max. 16 guests in the groups
Min. booking of 2 guests, latest booking 15 days
prior to arrival
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forests and hills. We explore the park on a 20km bike Roma**** or similar. The evening offers an optional countryside sausages and much more. In the evening,
ride through the scenic landscapes and visit the pretty casual dinner at a beach café right on the wide sandy we enjoy a Latvian farewell dinner at the stylish
lakeside town of Paluse, famous for its wooden church. beach. Restaurant Three with traditional Latvian specialties
Late in the afternoon, we head towards Vilnius. Upon topped off with a shot of Riga Black Balsam.
arrival we check in at Hotel Artis**** or similar. . DAY 9 (MONDAY): LIEPAJA
Liepaja takes its name from the numerous lime trees DAY 11 (THURSDAY): RIGA DEPARTURE
DAY 7 (SATURDAY): VILNIUS in the city. We start the day with a short stroll in the Optional transfer to the airport.
Vilnius is known for its more than 1.200 medieval Old Town with the Trinity Church and we visit Jurmala
buildings and 48 churches. The morning sightseeing Park and the former Naval Port area with its famous
tour includes a panoramic tour of the city and a walking Orthodox Cathedral. Afterwards we drive through the
tour of the Old Town with Vilnius Cathedral, Gediminas former Duchy of Courland and visit its former capital Optional:
Tower, Peter and Paul Church, St. Anne’s Church, Old Kuldiga, before we head further to Jurmala, the vibrant • Transfer airport to Hotel Santa Barbara: EUR 35.00 for
University and the Gates of Dawn. The afternoon is free Latvian sea resort, famous for its wooden architecture private car (1-3 persons), EUR 55.00 for private van
for exploring more of this baroque jewel on our own. and sandy beaches. Here we do a walking tour on the (4-7 persons)
In the evening an optional zeppelinas culinary master sandy beach. We reach Riga late in the afternoon and • Zeppelinas masterclass and Lithuanian dinner at
class and a traditional Lithuanian dinner at Restaurant check in at Hotel Wellton Centrum**** or similar. Restaurant Senoji Trobele: EUR 35.00 pp
Senoji Trobele is on our program. • Casual dinner on the beach in Liepaja: EUR 35.00 pp
DAY 10 (TUESDAY): RIGA • Visit to Riga Central Market: EUR 40.00 pp
• Transfer Hotel Wellton Centrum to airport: EUR 35.00
DAY 8 (SUNDAY): VILNIUS–LIEPAJA Founded in 1201 by the German bishop Albert, Riga
for private car (1-3 persons), EUR 55.00 for private van
From Vilnius we continue towards Trakai, the medieval is the largest of the three Baltic capitals and boasts a (4-7 persons)
capital of Lithuania, where we make a stop near Trakai true kaleidoscope of various architectural styles. The • Half board at hotels (7 x 3 course dinner with coffee/
Castle, beautifully located on an island in Lake Galve. walking tour of the Old Town includes Riga Castle, tea): EUR 175.00 pp
We continue through the hilly landscapes of Lithuania Dome Cathedral, St. Peter’s Church, Swedish Gates,
to Klaipeda. A short sightseeing tour takes us to the Three Brothers, Large and Small Guild House and the
Old Town with its narrow cobblestone streets and old Freedom Monument. The afternoon is reserved for an
guild houses and we visit the Theater Square and optional visit to one of the largest markets in Europe,
the Aennchen von Tharau Fountain. Along the coast, Riga Central Market, where we will learn about Latvian
we continue onwards into Latvia and soon we arrive cuisine and Latvian organic food and sample Latvian
at the coastal town of Liepaja. Check in at Hotel Art specialities, such as black bread, vegetables, fresh fish,
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Tallinn
Riga Cesis
Klaipeda
Vilnius
Baltic Impressions
DAY 1 (FRIDAY): ARRIVAL TALLINN DAY 5 (TUESDAY): NIDA-LIEPAJA
Arrival in Tallinn, optional transfer to Hotel Radisson Blu The morning is reserved for a half-day optional tour of the
Olympia**** or similar, check-in, welcome meeting. Curonian Spit, a thin, 100 km stretch of land between the
Baltic Sea and the Curonian Lagoon with small fishing
DAY 2 (SATURDAY): TALLINN–CESIS
April–September 2021, After breakfast we drive to the Lahemaa National Park,
villages, pine forests and endless sand dunes. Tour takes
us to the spectacular Parnidis Dune and Naglis Dune,
10 days/9 nights: where we visit the Manor Houses in Palmse and Vihula. the Hill of Witches in Juodkrante and Thomas Mann’s
We continue to Tartu, the university town, where Estonia summerhouse. In early afternoon we head towards Liepaja
Dates: gained its statehood. We see the charming Old Town and where we arrive in early afternoon and check in at Hotel
the University founded in 1632. From Tartu we drive Promenade***** or similar. The evening offers a casual
GBI06: 30.04.–09.05.21 GBI18: 23.07–01.08.21
onwards into Latvia to Cesis, a Hanseatic city with winding dinner at a beach café Red Sun Buffet, right on the wide
GBI09: 21.05–30.05.21 GBI19: 30.07–08.08.21
streets, castle ruins and beautiful gardens. Check-in at sandy beach.
GBI10: 28.05–06.06.21 GBI20: 06.08–15.08.21
Hotel Cesis*** or similar.
GBI11: 04.06–13.06.21 GBI21: 13.08–22.08.21
GBI13: 18.06–27.06.21 GBI22: 20.08–29.08.21 DAY 3 (SUNDAY): CESIS–VILNIUS
GBI14: 25.06–04.07.21 GBI23: 27.08–05.09.21 Today we drive through the Gauja National Park to Sigulda,
GBI15: 02.07–11.07.21 GBI24: 03.09–12.09.21 a popular holiday resort. We see the ruins of the Episcopal
GBI16: 09.07–18.07.21 GBI25: 10.09–19.09.21 Castle and the ruins of the Castle of the Knights of the
Sword before we drive around Riga to hit the highway
Package prices per person: down to Vilnius. En-route we reach Siauliai and Hill of
Crosses, one of the holiest sites of Catholic Lithuania.
EUR 995.00 (double occupancy)
We head South into Lithuania and reach Vilnius in the
EUR 400.00 (single supplement) afternoon, check in at Hotel Radisson Blu Lietuva**** or
similar.
Including:
• 9 overnights at centrally located 3-4 star hotels DAY 4 (MONDAY): VILNIUS–NIDA
• 9 x buffet breakfast Vilnius is known for its more than 1.200 medieval buildings
• Welcome meeting with champagne-cocktail or and 48 churches. The morning sightseeing tour includes a
juice panoramic tour of the city and a walking tour of the Old
• Personalised welcome package Town with Vilnius Cathedral, Gediminas Tower, Peter and
• Entrances to Palmse Manor House, , Peter Paul Church, St. Anna’s Church, Old University and the
and Paul Church in Vilnius, Rundale Palace and Gates of Dawn. After the tour we continue to Curonian Spit
medieval Great Guild Hall in Tallinn
and Nida, where we arrive late in the afternoon. Check in
• Service of English and German speaking tour
escort on all tours
at Hotel Nerija*** or similar. The evening offers optional
• Service of 1st class motor coaches or 1st class
authentic fisherman dinner at “Tik Pas Jona”.
minivans throughout the itinerary
Small groups: Optional:
Max. 26 guests in the groups • Transfer airport to Hotel Radisson Blu Olympia: EUR 35.00 for • 3-hour excursion to Kadriorg Park and visit to KUMU: EUR
private car (1-3 persons), EUR 55.00 for private minivan (4-7 40.00 pp
persons) • Medieval dinner at Restaurant Maikrahv: EUR 40.00 pp
• Casual fisherman dinner at Tik Pas Jona tavern: EUR 35.00 pp • Transfer Hotel Radisson Blu Olympia to airport: EUR 35.00 for
• 4-hour excursion to the Curonian Spit: EUR 40.00 pp private car (1-3 persons), EUR 55.00 for private minivan (4-7
• Casual dinner on the beach at Red Sun Buffet: EUR 35.00 pp persons)
• Organ concert at the Dome Cathedral: EUR 35.00 pp • Half board at hotels (9 x 3 course dinner with coffee/tea): EUR
• 4-hour excursion to Jurmala: EUR 40.00 pp 285.00 pp
6 • Latvian dinner at Restaurant Three: EUR 40.00 pp
DAY 6 (WEDNESDAY): LIEPAJA-RIGA
Liepaja takes its name from the numerous lime trees in the city. We start the day
with a short stroll in the Old Town with the Trinity Church and we visit Jurmala
Park and the former Naval Port area with its famous Orthodox Cathedral. We now
continue through Southern Latvia to the magnificent Rundale Palace, the former
summer residence of the Duke of Courland. Following a guided tour of the palace
we travel through Latvia to reach Riga at late afternoon. Check in at Hotel Radisson
Blu Latvija**** or similar. The evening offers an optional organ concert at the Dome
Cathedral.
DAY 7 (THURSDAY): RIGA
Founded in 1201 by the German bishop Albert, Riga is the largest of the three Baltic
capitals and boasts a true kaleidoscope of various architectural styles. The walking
tour of the Old Town includes Riga Castle, Dome Cathedral, St. Peter’s Church,
Swedish Gates, Three Brothers, Large and Small Guild House 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. In the
evening enjoy an optional Latvian dinner at the stylish Restaurant Three.
DAY 8 (FRIDAY): 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.
DAY 9 (SATURDAY): 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.
DAY 10 (SUNDAY): TALLINN DEPARTURE
Optional transfer to the airport.
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Helsinki
Tallinn
Riga
Vilnius
Baltic Metropoles
DAY 1 (SUNDAY): ARRIVAL VILNIUS the Large and Small Guilds and the Freedom Monument.
Arrival in Vilnius, optional transfer to Hotel Radisson Blu The afternoon is reserved for an optional visit to Jurmala,
May–September 2021, Lietuva**** or similar, check-in, welcome meeting. the vibrant Latvian sea resort, famous for its wooden
architecture and sandy beaches. The evening offers an
10 days/9 nights DAY 2 (MONDAY): VILNIUS optional organ concert at the Dome Cathedral.
Dates: Vilnius is known for its more than 1.200 medieval buildings
DAY 5 (THURSDAY): RIGA
and 48 churches. The morning sightseeing tour includes a
GBM10: 30.05-08.06.21 GBM19: 01.08-10.08.21 panoramic tour of the city and a walking tour of the Old After we got acquainted with Riga we have the possibility
GBM11: 06.06-15.06.21 GBM20: 08.08-17.08.21 Town with Vilnius Cathedral, Gediminas Tower, Peter and of discovering medieval Latvia. The optional tour for this
GBM12: 13.06-22.06.21 GBM21: 15.08-24.08.21 morning takes us to the stunning scenery of the Gauja
Paul Church, St. Anne’s Church, Old University and the
GBM13: 20.06-29.06.21 GBM22: 22.08-31.08.21 National Park and the town of Sigulda. We listen to the
Gates of Dawn. The afternoon offers an optional excursion
GBM14: 27.06-06.07.21 GBM23: 29.08-07.09.21 medieval Latvian legend of the Rose of Turaida and see
to Trakai, the medieval capital of Lithuania, with the well
GBM15: 04.07-13.07.21 GBM24: 05.09-14.09.21 the ruins of the Episcopal Castle and of the Castle of
preserved Trakai Castle, beautifully located on an island in
GBM16: 11.07-20.07.21 GBM25: 12.09-21.09.21 the Knights of the Sword before we return to Riga. The
Lake Galve. In the evening enjoy an optional folklore dinner afternoon offers an optional visit to the Riga Motor Museum
GBM17: 18.07-27.07.21 GBM26: 19.09-28.09.21 at Restaurant Belmontas. which has an impressive collection of vintage car including
GBM18: 25.07-03.08.21
a very unique collection of old Soviet limousines from the
DAY 3 (TUESDAY): VILNIUS–RIGA Kremlin Garage. In the evening enjoy an optional Latvian
Heading for Riga, the first stop is the Hill of Crosses, one dinner at the stylish Restaurant Forest.
Package prices per person: of the most holy sites of Catholic Lithuania. After crossing
EUR 1045.00 (double occupancy) into Latvia, we soon reach the magnificent Rundale Palace, DAY 6 (FRIDAY): RIGA–TALLINN
EUR 450.00 (single supplement) the former summer residence of the Duke of Courland. The tour continues along the coastal highway to the
Following a guided tour of the palace we travel through the Estonian summer resort of Parnu. We do a short tour of the
Including: rolling hills of Southern Latvia to reach Riga late afternoon,
check-in at Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija**** or similar.
resort before we continue through the North Estonian land
• 9 overnights at centrally located 4 star hotels of forests and arrive in Tallinn early afternoon, check-in at
• 9 x buffet breakfast the Hotel Radisson Blu Olympia**** or similar.
• Welcome meeting with champagne-cocktail or DAY 4 (WEDNESDAY): RIGA
juice Founded in 1201 by the German bishop Albert, Riga is DAY 7 (SATURDAY): TALLINN
• Personalised welcome package the largest of the three Baltic capitals and boasts a real Tallinn is a charming blend of medieval tranquillity and
• Entrances to Peter and Paul Church in Vilnius, kaleidoscope of architectural styles. The walking tour of modern urban life. The medieval Old Town is a busy place
Rundale Palace, medieval Great Guild Hall in the Old Town includes Riga Castle, the Dome Cathedral, in the summer with its many shops, galleries, souvenir
Tallinn and Church-in-the-Rock in Helsinki
• Service of English and German speaking tour
St. Peter’s Church, the Swedish Gate, the Three Brothers, markets, outdoor cafés and restaurants. The sightseeing
escort on all tours
• Service of Italian and Spanish only speaking
tour escort on all tours
• Service of Spanish and Portuguese speaking
tour escort on tours GBM13, GBM17, GBM19,
GBM21
• Service of 1st class motor coaches or 1st class
minivans throughout the itinerary
• Ferry ticket Tallinn-Helsinki OW (2nd class)
• Portage at hotels
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tour takes us around the old medieval city walls and to the von Pahlen family, and Sagadi Manor. The tour takes us around the harbours and the Senate Square
into the Old Town where we see Toompea Castle, Dome ends with a visit to the charming 16th century Vihula with the Lutheran Cathedral, up central Mannerheim
Church, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, medieval Old Manor and the Vodka Museum. After lunch break, we Street and by the Parliament Building, the Finlandia
Town Hall and Great Guild Hall. In the afternoon an head back to Tallinn to take the ferry to Helsinki and Hall, and the Sibelius Monument and for a visit at the
optional excursion is offered to Kadriorg Park and visit to enjoy a refreshing tour through the Finnish archipelago famous Church-in-the-Rock. The afternoon offers an
KUMU, the award-winning new Estonian Art museum, before arriving in Helsinki. Upon arrival we are optional excursion to Suomenlinna Fortress, a cultural
with its collections of classic and contemporary fine transferred to our hotel and check-in at Hotel Radisson treasure which construction was started in the 18th
art. The evening offers an optional medieval dinner at Blu Seaside**** or similar. century as a sea fortress. Located on an island, fortress
Restaurant Maikrahv is a unique attraction for visitors. The evening offers
DAY 9 (MONDAY): HELSINKI optional Finnish dinner at Restaurant Salve.
DAY 8 (SUNDAY): TALLINN–HELSINKI Helsinki is truly located at the crossroads of Western and
This day offers an optional day excursion to Lahemaa Eastern culture and this is reflected everywhere in the DAY 10 (TUESDAY): HELSINKI
National Park, where we visit Palmse Manor, a memorial green and lively Finnish capital. The sightseeing tour Optional transfer to the airport.
Optional:
• Transfer airport to Hotel Radisson Blu Lietuva: EUR 35.00 • Organ concert at the Dome Cathedral: EUR 35.00 pp • 3-hour excursion with water bus to the Suomenlinna
for private car (1-3 persons), EUR 55.00 for private minivan • 4-hour excursion to Jurmala: EUR 40.00 pp Fortress: EUR 60.00 pp
(4-7 persons) • Latvian dinner at Restaurant Three: EUR 40.00 pp • Finnish dinner at Restaurant Salve: EUR 60.00 pp
• 3-hour excursion to Trakai and visit to Trakai Castle: EUR • 3-hour excursion to Kadriorg Park and visit to KUMU: EUR • Transfer Hotel Radisson Blu Seaside airport: EUR 80.00 for
40.00 pp 40.00 pp private car (1-3 persons), EUR 100.00 for private minivan
• Folklore dinner at Restaurant Belmontas: EUR 40.00 pp • Medieval dinner at Restaurant Maikrahv: EUR 40.00 pp (4-7 persons)
• 4-hour excursion to Gauja National Park: EUR 50.00 pp • 6-hour excursion to Lahemaa National Park: EUR 70.00 pp • Half board at hotels (9 x 3 course dinner with coffee/tea):
• 3-hour excursion to the Riga Motor Museum: EUR 40.00 pp EUR 285.00 pp
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Tallinn
Riga
Vilnius
Baltic Highlights
DAY 1 (SUNDAY): ARRIVAL VILNIUS DAY 5 (THURSDAY): RIGA
March–October 2021, Arrival in Vilnius, optional transfer to Hotel Radisson Blu After we got acquainted with Riga, we have the possibility
Lietuva **** or similar, check-in, welcome meeting. of discovering medieval Latvia. The optional tour for this
8 days/7 nights: morning takes us to the stunning scenery of the Gauja
DAY 2 (MONDAY): VILNIUS National Park and the town of Sigulda. We listen to the
Dates: Vilnius is known for its more than 1.200 medieval medieval Latvian legend of the Rose of Turaida and see
GBH01: 28.03-04.04.21 GBH18: 25.07-01.08.21 buildings and 48 churches. The morning sightseeing tour the ruins of the Episcopal Castle and of the Castle of
GBH03: 11.04-18.04.21 GBH19: 01.08-08.08.21 includes a panoramic tour of the city and a walking tour the Knights of the Sword before we return to Riga. The
GBH05: 25.04-02.05.21 GBH20: 08.08-15.08.21 of the Old Town with Vilnius Cathedral, Gediminas Tower, afternoon offers an optional visit to the Riga Motor
GBH06: 02.05-09.05.21 GBH21: 15.08-22.08.21 Peter and Paul Church, St. Anne’s Church, Old University Museum which has an impressive collection of vintage car
GBH09: 23.05-30.05.21 GBH22: 22.08-29.08.21 and the Gates of Dawn. The afternoon offers an optional including a very unique collection of old Soviet limousines
GBH10: 30.05-06.06.21 GBH23: 29.08-05.09.21 excursion to Trakai, the medieval capital of Lithuania, with from the Kremlin Garage. In the evening enjoy an optional
GBH11: 06.06-13.06.21 GBH24: 05.09-12.09.21 the well preserved Trakai Castle, beautifully located on Latvian dinner at the stylish Restaurant Three.
GBH12: 13.06-20.06.21 GBH25: 12.09-19.09.21 an island in Lake Galve. In the evening enjoy an optional
GBH13: 20.06-27.06.21 GBH26: 19.09-26.09.21 folklore dinner at Restaurant Belmontas. DAY 6 (FRIDAY): RIGA–TALLINN
GBH14: 27.06-04.07.21 GBH27: 26.09-03.10.21 The tour continues along the coastal highway to the
GBH15: 04.07-11.07.21 GBH28: 03.10-10.10.21 Estonian summer resort of Parnu. We do a short tour of the
DAY 3 (TUESDAY): VILNIUS–RIGA
GBH16: 11.07-18.07.21 GBH29: 10.10-17.10.21 resort before we continue through the North Estonian land
Heading for Riga, the first stop is the Hill of Crosses, one
GBH17: 18.07-25.07.21 of forests and arrive in Tallinn early afternoon, check-in at
of the most holy sites of Catholic Lithuania. After crossing
the Hotel Radisson Blu Olympia**** or similar.
into Latvia, we soon reach the magnificent Rundale Palace,
the former summer residence of the Duke of Courland. DAY 7 (SATURDAY): TALLINN
Package prices per person: Following a guided tour of the palace we travel through the Tallinn is a charming blend of medieval tranquillity and
EUR 695.00 (double occupancy) rolling hills of Southern Latvia to reach Riga late afternoon, modern urban life. The medieval Old Town is a busy place
EUR 300.00 (single supplement) check-in at Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija**** or similar. in the summer with its many shops, galleries, souvenir
markets, outdoor cafés and restaurants. The sightseeing
DAY 4 (WEDNESDAY): RIGA tour takes us around the old medieval city walls and into
Including: Founded in 1201 by the German bishop Albert, Riga is the Old Town where we see Toompea Castle, Dome Church,
• 7 overnights at centrally located 4 star hotels the largest of the three Baltic capitals and boasts a real Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, medieval Old Town Hall and
• 7 x buffet breakfast kaleidoscope of architectural styles. The walking tour of Great Guild Hall. In the afternoon an optional excursion
• Welcome meeting with champagne-cocktail or the Old Town includes Riga Castle, the Dome Cathedral, is offered to Kadriorg Park and visit to KUMU, the award-
juice St. Peter’s Church, the Swedish Gate, the Three Brothers, winning new Estonian Art museum, with its collections of
• Personalised welcome package the Large and Small Guilds and the Freedom Monument. classic and contemporary fine art. The evening offers an
• Entrances to Peter and Paul Church in Vilnius, The afternoon is reserved for an optional visit to Jurmala,
Rundale Palace and medieval Great Guild Hall in
optional medieval dinner at Restaurant Maikrahv.
Tallinn
the vibrant Latvian sea resort, famous for its wooden
• Service of English and German speaking tour
architecture and sandy beaches. The evening offers an DAY 8 (SUNDAY): TALLINN DEPARTURE
escort on all tours optional organ concert at the Dome Cathedral. Optional transfer to airport.
• Service of Italian and Spanish speaking tour
escort on all tours Optional:
• Service of Spanish and Portuguese speaking • Transfer airport to Hotel Hotel Radisson Blu Lietuva: EUR 35.00 • Latvian dinner at Restaurant Three: EUR 40.00 pp
tour escort on tours GBH13, GBH17, GBH19, for private car (1-3 persons), EUR 55.00 for private minivan (4-7 • 3-hour excursion to Kadriorg Park and visit to KUMU: EUR 40.00
GBH21 persons) pp
• Service of 1st class motor coaches or 1st class • 3-hour excursion to Trakai and visit to Trakai Castle: EUR 40.00 • Medieval dinner at Restaurant Maikrahv: EUR 40.00 pp
minivans throughout the itinerary pp • Transfer Hotel Radisson Blu Olympia to airport: EUR 35.00 for
• Portage at hotels • Folklore dinner at Restaurant Belmontas: EUR 40.00 pp private car (1-3 persons), EUR 55.00 for private minivan (4-7
• 4-hour excursion to Gauja National Park: EUR 50.00 pp persons)
• 3-hour excursion to the Riga Motor Museum: EUR 40.00 pp • Half board at hotels (7 x 3 course dinner with coffee/tea): EUR
• Organ concert at the Dome Cathedral: EUR 35.00 pp 195.00 pp
• 4-hour excursion to Jurmala with City Museum: EUR 40.00 pp • Supplement for accommodation at superior rooms at hotels:
EUR 125.00 per person
10Tallinn
Riga
Klaipeda
Vilnius
Baltic Classical
DAY 1 (SUNDAY): ARRIVAL VILNIUS St. Peter’s Church, Swedish Gates, Three Brothers, Large
Arrival in Vilnius, optional transfer to Hotel Radisson Blu and Small Guild House and the Freedom Monument. The
Lietuva**** or similar, check-in, welcome meeting. afternoon is reserved for an optional visit to Jurmala,
the vibrant Latvian sea resort, famous for its wooden
May–September 2021, DAY 2 (MONDAY): VILNIUS–KLAIPEDA architecture and sandy beaches. In the evening enjoy an
8 days/7 nights: Vilnius is known for its more than 1.200 medieval
buildings and 48 churches. The morning sightseeing tour
optional Latvian dinner at the stylish Restaurant Three.
Dates: includes a panoramic tour of the city and a walking tour
of the Old Town with Vilnius Cathedral, Gediminas Tower,
DAY 6 (FRIDAY): RIGA–TALLINN
The tour continues along the coastal highway to the
GCA13: 20.06-27.06.21 Peter and Paul Church, St. Anna’s Church, Old University Estonian summer resort of Parnu. We do a short tour of the
GCA15: 04.07-11.07.21 and the Gates of Dawn. After the tour we continue to resort before we continue through the North Estonian land
GCA17: 18.07-25.07.21 Trakai, the medieval capital of Lithuania and we see the of forests and arrive in Tallinn early afternoon, check-in at
GCA19: 01.08-08.08.21 well preserved Trakai Castle, beautifully located on an the Hotel Radisson Blu Olympia**** or similar.
GCA20: 08.08-15.08.21 island in Lake Galve. The balance of the day is spent en
GCA21: 15.08-22.08.21 route to Klaipeda, where we arrive late afternoon. Check-in DAY 7 (SATURDAY): TALLINN
GCA23: 29.08-05.09.21
at Hotel Radisson Blu Klaipeda**** or similar. The medieval Old Town is a busy place in the summer with
GCA25: 12.09-19.09.21 its many shops, galleries, souvenir markets, outdoor cafés
DAY 3 (TUESDAY): KLAIPEDA and restaurants. The sightseeing tour takes us around the
The day is reserved for a full-day optional tour to the old medieval city walls and into the Old Town where we
Package prices per person: Curonian Spit, a thin, 100 km stretch of land between the
see Toompea Castle, Dome Church, Alexander Nevsky
EUR 745.00 (double occupancy) Baltic Sea and the Curonian Lagoon with small fishing
Cathedral, medieval Old Town Hall and Great Guild Hall. In
villages, pine forests and endless sand dunes. Our first stop
EUR 350.00 (single supplement) the afternoon an optional excursion is offered to Kadriorg
is the Hill of Witches in Juodkrante. After that we continue
to Nida, where we visit the High Dunes, Thomas Mann’s Park and visit to KUMU, the award-winning new Estonian
Art museum, with its collections of classic and contemporary
Including: summerhouse and get acquainted with the charming
fine art. The evening offers an optional medieval dinner at
• 7 overnights at centrally located 4 star hotels resort town before we drive back to Klaipeda. The evening
• 7 x buffet breakfast offers an optional Lithuanian dinner at Frederiko Pasazas.. Restaurant Maikrahv.
• Welcome meeting with champagne-cocktail or
juice DAY 4 (WEDNESDAY): KLAIPEDA–RIGA DAY 8 (SUNDAY): TALLINN DEPARTURE
• Personalised welcome package Klaipeda first became a part of Lithuania in 1923 and had Optional transfer to the airport.
• Entrances to Peter and Paul Church in Vilnius a long history as a German town called Memel. A short
and medieval Great Guild Hall in Tallinn sightseeing tour takes us to the Old Town with its narrow,
• Service of English and Italian speaking tour cobblestone streets and old guild houses and we visit the Optional:
escort on all tours Theatre Square and the Aennchen von Tharau Fountain. • Transfer airport to Hotel Radisson Blu Lietuva: EUR 35.00
• Service of 1st class motor coaches or 1st class We now continue to the Samogitia National Park, where for private car (1-3 persons), EUR 55.00 for private minivan
minivans throughout the itinerary (4-7 persons)
we embark on a walking tour around the picturesque • 4-hour excursion to the Curonian Spit: EUR 80.00 pp
• Portage at hotels Lake Plateliai. After that we continue to Siauliai and Hill of • Lithuanian dinner at Restaurant Frederiko Pasazas: EUR
Crosses, one of the holiest sites of Catholic Lithuania. We 35.00 pp
head North into Latvia and reach Riga in the afternoon, • Organ concert at the Dome Cathedral: EUR 35.00 pp
check-in at Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija**** or similar. • 4-hour excursion to Jurmala: EUR 40.00 pp
The evening offers an optional organ concert at the Dome • Latvian dinner at Restaurant Three: EUR 40.00 pp
• 3-hour excursion to Kadriorg Park and visit to KUMU: EUR
Cathedral. 40.00 pp
Small groups: • Medieval dinner at Restaurant Maikrahv: EUR 40.00 pp
Max. 26 guests in the groups DAY 5 (THURSDAY): RIGA • Transfer Hotel Radisson Blu Olympia to airport: EUR 35.00
Founded in 1201 by the German bishop Albert, Riga is for private car (1-3 persons), EUR 55.00 for private minivan
the largest of the three Baltic capitals and boasts a true (4-7 persons)
kaleidoscope of various architectural styles. The walking • Half board at hotels (7 x 3 course dinner with coffee/tea):
EUR 195.00 pp
tour of the Old Town includes Riga Castle, Dome Cathedral,
11 11Tallinn
Riga
Vilnius
Belarus and Baltic Explorer
DAY 1 (THURSDAY): ARRIVAL MINSK DAY 5 (MONDAY): VILNIUS
Arrival at the airport, optional transfer to Hotel Minsk**** Vilnius is known for its more than 1.200 medieval
or similar, check-in, welcome meeting. buildings and 48 churches. The morning sightseeing tour
includes a panoramic tour of the city and a walking tour
DAY 2 (FRIDAY): MINSK of the Old Town with Vilnius Cathedral, Gediminas Tower,
June–August 2021, Minsk is one of the last undiscovered secrets of Europe, Peter and Paul Church, St. Anne’s Church, Old University
11 days/10 nights: modern and historical at the same time, a green city with and the Gates of Dawn. The afternoon offers an optional
a cosmopolitan and bustling atmosphere and surprisingly excursion to Trakai, the medieval capital of Lithuania, with
Dates: bright, clean and safe. The morning sightseeing tour takes the well-preserved Trakai Castle, beautifully located on an
us to the Independence Square and the Independence island in Lake Galve. In the evening, enjoy an optional
GBE11: 03.06-13.06.21 Avenue with its amazing collection of Stalinist Classicism, folklore dinner at Restaurant Belmontas.
GBE15: 01.07-11.07.21 the Old Town, the Island of Tears, the reconstructed Trinity
GBE19: 29.07-08.08.21 District and the Janka Kupala Park. The afternoon offers DAY 6 (TUESDAY): VILNIUS–RIGA
GBE21: 12.08-22.08.21 optional visit to Museum of the Great Patriotic War with Heading for Riga, the first stop is the Hill of Crosses, one
more than 8000 exhibits related to the devastating tragedy of the most holy sites of Catholic Lithuania. After crossing
of WWII in Belarus. into Latvia, we soon reach the magnificent Rundale Palace,
Package prices per person: the former summer residence of the Duke of Courland.
EUR 995.00 (double occupancy) DAY 3 (SATURDAY): MINSK Following a guided tour of the palace we travel through the
EUR 450.00 (single supplement) The day offers and optional excursion to one of the greatest rolling hills of Southern Latvia to reach Riga late afternoon,
treasures of Belarus, Mir Castle, ca. 100 km southwest of check-in at Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija**** or similar.
Minsk, a UNESCO World heritage site. The castle is an
Including: exceptional example of a Central European fortification, DAY 7 (WEDNESDAY): RIGA
• 10 overnights at centrally located 4 star hotels
reflecting in its design and layout successive cultural Founded in 1201 by the German bishop Albert, Riga is
• 10 x buffet breakfast
influences of Gothic, Baroque and Renaissance that blend the largest of the three Baltic capitals and boasts a real
• Welcome meeting with champagne-cocktail or
juice
harmoniously to create an impressive monument to the kaleidoscope of architectural styles. The walking tour of
• Personalized welcome package
history of Belarus. The evening offers an optional dinner the Old Town includes Riga Castle, the Dome Cathedral,
• Entrances to Peter and Paul Church in Vilnius,
at Restaurant Gambarinus. St. Peter’s Church, the Swedish Gate, the Three Brothers,
Rundale Palace and Medieval Guild Hall in the Large and Small Guilds and the Freedom Monument.
Tallinn DAY 4 (SUNDAY): MINSK–VILNIUS The afternoon is reserved for an optional visit to Jurmala,
• Service of German and English speaking tours The morning is free in Minsk to explore more of the city. the vibrant Latvian sea resort, famous for its wooden
escort on all tours In the afternoon we go to the Minsk Railway Station and architecture and sandy beaches. The evening offers an
• Service of Italian and Spanish speaking tour depart by train bound for Vilnius, upon arrival in Vlnius optional organ concert at the Dome Cathedral.
escort on all tours
we check-in at Hotel Radisson Blu Lietuva **** or similar
• Service of 1st class coaches or 1st class
minivans throughout the itinerary
• Train tickets Minsk-Vilnius, 2nd class, OW.
• Portage at hotels
12DAY 8 (THURSDAY): 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 Riga Motor Museum which has an impressive collection of
vintage car including a very unique collection of old Soviet limousines
from the Kremlin Garage. In the evening enjoy an optional Latvian
dinner at the stylish Restaurant Three.
DAY 9 (FRIDAY): 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.
DAY 10 (SATURDAY): 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.
DAY 11 (SUNDAY): TALLINN
Optional transfer to the airport.
Optional:
• Transfer from airport to Hotel Minsk: EUR 60.00 for private car (1-3
persons), EUR 100.00 for private minivan (4-7 persons)
• 3-hour visit to Museum of the Great Patriotic War: EUR 45.00 pp
• 6- hours excursion to Mir Castle: EUR 85.00 pp
• Optional dinner at Restaurant Gambarinus: EUR 40.00 pp
• 3-hour excursion to Trakai and visit to Trakai Castle: EUR 40.00 pp
• Folklore dinner at Restaurant Belmontas: EUR 40.00 pp
• 4-hour excursion to Gauja National Park: EUR 50.00 pp
• 3-hour excursion to the Riga Motor Museum: EUR 40.00 pp
• Organ concert at the Dome Cathedral: EUR 35.00 pp
• 4-hour excursion to Jurmala: EUR 40.00 pp
• Latvian dinner at Restaurant Three: EUR 40.00 pp
• 3-hour excursion to Kadriorg Park and visit to KUMU: EUR 40.00 pp
• Medieval dinner at Restaurant Maikrahv: EUR 40.00 pp
• Transfer Hotel Radisson Blu Olumpia to airport: EUR 35.00 for
private car (1-3 persons), EUR 55.00 for private minivan (4-7
persons)
• Half board at hotel (10 x 3 course dinner with coffee/tea): EUR
295.00 pp
Visa
Visa can be obtained at arrival at Minsk-2 International Airport for
residents of countries, where there is no Belarus consulate. Residents
of countries, where there is a Belarus consulate, are required to
apply for visa here. Costs for visa support for issuing visa at consular
departments in foreign countries are included into the prices.
Supplement for visa support for issuing visa at Minsk-2 International
Airport: EUR 10.00 pp
13Helsinki
Tallinn St. Petersburg
Riga
Vilnius Baltic Revelation
June–October 2021, DAY 1 (SUNDAY): ARRIVAL VILNIUS Museum which has an impressive collection of vintage car
Arrival in Vilnius, optional transfer to Hotel Radisson Blu including a very unique collection of old Soviet limousines
13 days/12 nights: Lietuva **** or similar, check-in, welcome meeting. from the Kremlin Garage. In the evening enjoy an optional
Latvian dinner at the stylish Restaurant Three.
Dates: DAY 2 (MONDAY): VILNIUS
GRE11: 06.06-18.06.21 GRE19: 01.08-13.08.21 Vilnius is known for its more than 1.200 medieval buildings DAY 6 (FRIDAY): RIGA–TALLINN
GRE12: 13.06-25.06.21 GRE20: 08.08-20.08.21 and 48 churches. The morning sightseeing tour includes a The tour continues along the coastal highway to the
GRE13: 20.06-02.07.21 GRE21: 15.08-27.08.21 panoramic tour of the city and a walking tour of the Old Estonian summer resort of Parnu. We do a short tour of the
GRE14: 27.06-09.07.21 GRE22: 22.08-03.09.21 Town with Vilnius Cathedral, Gediminas Tower, Peter and resort before we continue through the North Estonian land
GRE15: 04.07-16.07.21 GRE23: 29.08-10.09.21 Paul Church, St. Anne’s Church, Old University and the of forests and arrive in Tallinn early afternoon, check-in at
GRE16: 11.07-20.07.21 GRE24: 05.09-17.09.21 Gates of Dawn. The afternoon offers an optional excursion the Hotel Radisson Blu Olympia**** or similar.
GRE17: 18.07-30.07.21 GRE25: 12.09-24.09.21 to Trakai, the medieval capital of Lithuania, with the well
GRE18: 25.07-06.08.21 GRE26: 19.09-01.10.21 preserved Trakai Castle, beautifully located on an island in DAY 7 (SATURDAY): TALLINN
Lake Galve. In the evening enjoy an optional folklore dinner Tallinn is a charming blend of medieval tranquillity and
at Restaurant Belmontas. modern urban life. The medieval Old Town is a busy place
in the summer with its many shops, galleries, souvenir
Package prices per person: DAY 3 (TUESDAY): VILNIUS–RIGA markets, outdoor cafés and restaurants. The sightseeing
EUR 1495.00 (double occupancy) tour takes us around the old medieval city walls and into
Heading for Riga, the first stop is the Hill of Crosses, one
EUR 600.00 (single supplement) the Old Town where we see Toompea Castle, Dome Church,
of the most holy sites of Catholic Lithuania. After crossing
White Night Supplement for GRE11–GRE14 into Latvia, we soon reach the magnificent Rundale Palace, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, medieval Old Town Hall and
EUR 100.00 (double occupancy) the former summer residence of the Duke of Courland. Great Guild Hall. In the afternoon an optional excursion
EUR 100.00 (single supplement) Following a guided tour of the palace we travel through is offered to Kadriorg Park and visit to KUMU, the award-
the rolling hills of Southern Latvia to reach Riga at late winning new Estonian Art museum, with its collections of
afternoon, check-in at Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija**** or classic and contemporary fine art. The evening offers an
Including: similar. optional medieval dinner at Restaurant Maikrahv.
• 12 overnights at centrally located 4 star hotels
• 12 x buffet breakfast
DAY 4 (WEDNESDAY): RIGA
• Welcome meeting with champagne-cocktail or
juice Founded in 1201 by the German bishop Albert, Riga is
• Personalised welcome package the largest of the three Baltic capitals and boasts a real
• Entrances to Peter and Paul Church in Vilnius, kaleidoscope of architectural styles. The walking tour of
Rundale Palace, medieval Great Guild Hall in the Old Town includes Riga Castle, the Dome Cathedral,
Tallinn, Church-in-the-Rock in Helsinki and
Peter-and-Paul Fortress in St. Petersburg
St. Peter’s Church, the Swedish Gate, the Three Brothers,
• Service of English and German speaking tour the Large and Small Guilds and the Freedom Monument.
escort on all tours The afternoon is reserved for an optional visit to Jurmala,
• Service of Italian and Spanish speaking tour the vibrant Latvian sea resort, famous for its wooden
escort on all tours architecture and sandy beaches. The evening offers an
• Service of Spanish and Portuguese speaking
tour escort on tours GRE13, GRE17, GRE19, optional organ concert at the Dome Cathedral.
GRE21
• Service of 1st class motor coaches or 1st class DAY 5 (THURSDAY): RIGA
minivans throughout the itinerary After we got acquainted with Riga, we have the possibility
• Ferry ticket Tallinn-Helsinki OW (2nd class) of discovering medieval Latvia. The optional tour for this
• Portage at hotels
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 Riga Motor
14DAY 8 (SUNDAY): TALLINN–HELSINKI
This day offers first 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 Radisson Blu Seaside**** or similar.
DAY 9 (MONDAY): 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. The evening
offers optional Finnish dinner at Restaurant Salve.
DAY 10 (TUESDAY): HELSINKI–ST. PETERSBURG
Today we continue eastbound to St. Petersburg. Shortly
after crossing the border into Russia we drive through
Vyborg, and continue to St. Petersburg. In the late
afternoon we arrive in St. Petersburg and check-in at
Hotel Sokos Vasilievsky**** or similar.
DAY 11 (WEDNESDAY): ST. PETERSBURG
St. Petersburg is an amazing city. Its imperial palaces
and museums enjoy worldwide fame, while the Neva
River and the many canals have deservedly given
the city the title of Venice of the North. During the
morning sightseeing tour we get acquainted with all
the splendours of the city: the Peter-Paul Fortress, the
Winter Palace, St. Isaac’s Cathedral, the Church of the
Bleeding Savior, the Nevsky Convent and much more.
The afternoon offers an optional excursion to Zarskoye
Selo with the impressive Catherine’s Palace and the
Amber Room, which vanished during World War II DAY 12 (THURSDAY): ST. PETERSBURG famous Hermitage Art Museum is offered. In the
and was restored for St. Petersburg’s tri-centennial The morning is reserved for an optional visit to evening enjoy an optional Russian dinner at Restaurant
celebrations. In the evening enjoy an optional visit Peterhof, an uncontested masterpiece of the time of Pryanosti & Radosti.
to the Nikolaevsky Palace with an exciting Russian Peter the Great, with the impressive Grand Palace,
folklore show and Russian „champagne” and snacks. Grand Cascade and Water Avenue and its wonderful DAY 13 (FRIDAY): ST. PETERSBURG DEPARTURE
parks. In the afternoon, an optional visit to the world- Optional transfer to the airport.
Optional:
• Transfer airport to Hotel Radisson Blu Lietuva: EUR • Latvian dinner at Restaurant Three: EUR 40.00 pp • Visit to folklore show at the Nikolaevsky Palace: EUR
35.00 for private car (1-3 persons), EUR 55.00 for private • 3-hour excursion to Kadriorg Park and visit to KUMU: EUR 65.00 pp
minivan (4-7 persons) 40.00 pp • 4-hour excursion to Peterhof and visit to the Grand
• 3-hour excursion to Trakai and visit to Trakai Castle: EUR • Medieval dinner at Restaurant Maikrahv: EUR 40.00 pp Palace: EUR 75.00 pp
40.00 pp • 6-hour excursion to Lahemaa National Park: EUR 70.00 • 3-hour visit to the Hermitage Art Museum: EUR 50.00 pp
• Folklore dinner at Restaurant Belmontas: EUR 40.00 pp pp • Russian dinner at Restaurant Pryanosti & Radosti: EUR
• 4-hour excursion to Gauja National Park: EUR 50.00 pp • 3-hour excursion with water bus to the Suomenlinna 50.00 pp
• 3-hour excursion to the Riga Motor Museum: EUR 40.00 Fortress: EUR 60.00 pp • Transfer Hotel Sokos Vasilievsky to airport: EUR 70.00
pp • Finnish dinner at Restaurant Salve: EUR 60.00 pp for private car (1-3 persons), EUR 90.00 for private
• Organ concert at the Dome Cathedral: EUR 35.00 pp • 4-hour excursion to Zarskoye Selo and visit to Catherine’s minivan (4-7 persons)
• 4-hour excursion to Jurmala: EUR 40.00 pp Palace: EUR 80.00 pp • Half board at hotels (12 x 3 course dinner with coffee/
tea): EUR 380.00 pp
15Helsinki
St. Petersburg
Tallinn
Riga
Moscow
Vilnius
Baltic and Russian Explorer
DAY 1 (SUNDAY): ARRIVAL VILNIUS cars including a very unique collection of old Soviet
Arrival in Vilnius, optional transfer to Hotel Radisson Blu limousines from the Kremlin Garage. In the evening enjoy
an optional Latvian dinner at the stylish Restaurant Three.
June–October 2021, Lietuva **** or similar, check-in, welcome meeting.
16 days/15 nights DAY 2 (MONDAY): VILNIUS DAY 6 (FRIDAY): RIGA–TALLINN
Vilnius is known for its more than 1.200 medieval The tour continues along the coastal highway to the
Dates: buildings and 48 churches. The morning sightseeing tour Estonian summer resort of Parnu. We do a short tour of the
GBX11: 06.06-21.06.21 GBX19: 01.08-16.08.21 includes a panoramic tour of the city and a walking tour resort before we continue through the North Estonian land
GBX12: 13.06-28.06.21 GBX20: 08.08-23.08.21 of the Old Town with Vilnius Cathedral, Gediminas Tower, of forests and arrive in Tallinn early afternoon, check-in at
GBX13: 20.06-05.07.21 GBX21: 15.08-30.08.21 Peter and Paul Church, St. Anne’s Church, Old University the Hotel Radisson Blu Olympia**** or similar.
GBX14: 27.06-12.07.21 GBX22: 22.08-06.09.21 and the Gates of Dawn. The afternoon offers an optional
GBX15: 04.07-19.07.21 GBX23: 29.08-13.09.21 excursion to Trakai, the medieval capital of Lithuania, with
GBX16: 11.07-26.07.21 GBX24: 05.09-20.09.21 the well preserved Trakai Castle, beautifully located on
GBX17: 18.07-02.08.21 GBX25: 12.09-27.09.21
an island in Lake Galve. In the evening enjoy an optional
GBX18: 25.07-09.08.21 GBX26: 19.09-04.10.21
folklore dinner at Restaurant Belmontas.
Package prices per person: DAY 3 (TUESDAY): VILNIUS–RIGA
Heading for Riga, the first stop is the Hill of Crosses, one
EUR 1895.00 (double occupancy)
of the most holy sites of Catholic Lithuania. After crossing
EUR 750.00 (single supplement) into Latvia, we soon reach the magnificent Rundale Palace,
White Night Supplement for GBX11–GBX14 the former summer residence of the Duke of Courland.
EUR 100.00 (double occupancy) Following a guided tour of the palace we travel through the
EUR 100.00 (single supplement) rolling hills of Southern Latvia to reach Riga late afternoon,
check-in at Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija**** or similar.
Including: DAY 4 (WEDNESDAY): RIGA
• 15 overnights at centrally located 4 star hotels Founded in 1201 by the German bishop Albert, Riga is
• 15 x buffet breakfast the largest of the three Baltic capitals and boasts a real
• Welcome meeting with champagne-cocktail or
juice kaleidoscope of architectural styles. The walking tour of
• Personalised welcome package the Old Town includes Riga Castle, the Dome Cathedral, DAY 7 (SATURDAY): TALLINN
• Entrances to Peter and Paul Church in Vilnius, St. Peter’s Church, the Swedish Gate, the Three Brothers, Tallinn is a charming blend of medieval tranquillity and
Rundale Palace, medieval Great Guild Hall in the Large and Small Guilds and the Freedom Monument. modern urban life. The medieval Old Town is a busy place
Tallinn, Church-in-the-Rock in Helsinki, Peter- in the summer with its many shops, galleries, souvenir
Paul-Fortress in St. Petersburg and Moscow
The afternoon is reserved for an optional visit to Jurmala,
Kremlin the vibrant Latvian sea resort, famous for its wooden markets, outdoor cafés and restaurants. The sightseeing
• Service of English and German speaking tour architecture and sandy beaches. The evening offers an tour takes us around the old medieval city walls and into
escort on all tours optional organ concert at the Dome Cathedral. the Old Town where we see Toompea Castle, Dome Church,
• Service of Italian and Spanish speaking tour Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, medieval Old Town Hall and
escort on all tours
• Service of Spanish and Portuguese speaking
DAY 5 (THURSDAY): RIGA Great Guild Hall. In the afternoon an optional excursion
tour escort on tours GBX13, GBX17, GBX19, After we got acquainted with Riga, we have the possibility is offered to Kadriorg Park and visit to KUMU, the award-
GBX21 of discovering medieval Latvia. The optional tour for this winning new Estonian Art museum, with its collections of
• Service of 1st class motor coaches or 1st class morning takes us to the stunning scenery of the Gauja classic and contemporary fine art. The evening offers an
minivans throughout the itinerary
National Park and the town of Sigulda. We listen to the optional medieval dinner at Restaurant Maikrahv.
• Ferry Tallinn-Helsinki OW
• Sapsan high-speed train St. Petersburg- medieval Latvian legend of the Rose of Turaida and see
Moscow OW (2nd class) the ruins of the Episcopal Castle and of the Castle of DAY 8 (SUNDAY): TALLINN–HELSINKI
• Portage at hotels and railway stations the Knights of the Sword before we return to Riga. The This day offers first an optional day excursion to Lahemaa
afternoon offers an optional visit to the Riga Motor National Park, where we visit Palmse Manor, a memorial
Museum which has an impressive collection of vintage to the von Pahlen family, and Sagadi Manor. The tour ends
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