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11-Day Stunning Baltics Tour Through Estonia, Latvia & Lithuania from Tallinn, ends in Berlin

 

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$1368
￥9636
€1165
C$1884
(per person, based on double occupancy) Available: Fri Depart from: Tallinn, 37
Overview
Visit Parnu, Riga, Rundale (Rundale Palace), Salaspils (Salaspils Memorial), Sigulda, Tallinn, Trakai (Trakai Island Castle), Turaida (Turaida Castle), Vilnius, Augustow, Berlin, Druskininkai (Grutas Park), Poznan, Warszawa (Lazienki Park, Warsaw Old Town).

Day 1: Tallinn

After gathering in Tallinn, we will transfer to hotel and then have free time. In the afternoon, you’ll find information about the start of your tour on the boards located at the hotel reception.

Tallinn is the capital and largest city of Estonia. Tallinn's Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a major tourist attraction.

Dulexe Hotel: Park Inn by Radisson Meriton Conference & Spa Hotel Tallinn or similar 4 stars hotel

Meal: Excluded

Day 2: Tallinn

The capital of Estonia is a wonderful city that has preserved its medieval core intact. You´ll enjoy a panoramic tour of the city, its walls, churches, squares, and its medieval streets filled with tourist attractions. Free time in the afternoon.

Tallinn is the capital and largest city of Estonia. Tallinn's Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a major tourist attraction.

Dulexe Hotel: Park Inn by Radisson Meriton Conference & Spa Hotel Tallinn or similar 4 stars hotel

Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded

Day 3: Tallinn - Parnu - Turaida - Sigulda - Salaspils - Riga (325 km)

We'll travel through forests and plains to reach Parnu, a popular seaside resort. From there, we'll continue to Latvia. You can enjoy an included lunch just before visiting the medieval Turaida Castle (admission included) surrounded by a large park with sculptures. Next, you can take a walk in Sigulda, a small and charming town situated amidst a beautiful landscape. Our journey will continue towards Riga, with a stop at the Salaspils Memorial, located at the site of a former concentration camp from the Nazi period. Since 1967, it has been one of the largest monumental complexes in Europe, commemorating the victims of this regime. We'll arrive in Riga in the evening.

This coastal Estonian city is one of the country's most popular summer resort areas, located on the shores of the Baltic Sea. Much of the classic medieval architecture is still prominent in this easy-going city.

Turaida is a historic gem in Gauja National Park, famed for its medieval Turaida Castle with panoramic valley views. Explore the museum reserve, folk village, and the legendary "Rose of Turaida" story. Surrounded by lush forests and the Gauja River, it’s perfect for hiking and history lovers.

  • Turaida Castle is a majestic 13th-century fortress in Gauja National Park. Climb its iconic tower for panoramic views, explore medieval exhibits, and discover the tragic "Rose of Turaida" legend.

This small town in the Latvian countryside is a short drive from the capital of Riga and is the gateway to Gauja National Park.

Salaspils is a historic town near Riga, known for the poignant Salaspils Memorial (1967), commemorating WWII victims. Surrounded by pine forests and the Daugava River, it offers nature trails and the fascinating Salaspils Hydroelectric Power Plant. A blend of solemn history and serene landscapes

  • Salaspils Memorial is a powerful Soviet-era monument (1967) honoring WWII victims, with striking concrete statues and a haunting "humming" underground chamber. Set in peaceful pine forests near Riga, it’s a place for reflection on history’s darkest chapters.

Dulexe Hotel: Mercure Riga Centre or similar 4 stars hotel

Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Included|Dinner: Excluded

Day 4: Riga

You'll enjoy an included panoramic tour of this capital, the most populous city in the Baltic states, where traces of the Soviet era are still visible. Riga is renowned not only for its cultural center but also for its medieval Historic Center and Art Nouveau architecture. The afternoon will be free for you to explore at your leisure.

Riga is the capital and largest city of Latvia. Riga's historical centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, noted for its Art Nouveau/Jugendstil architecture and 19th century wooden architecture.

Dulexe Hotel: Mercure Riga Centre or similar 4 stars hotel

Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded

Day 5: Riga - Rundale - Trakai - Vilnius (289 km)

We'll depart for Lithuania early in the morning. On our way there, we'll visit the Baroque Palace of Rundale, built by the same architect who designed the Saint Petersburg's Hermitage Museum. We'll cross over into Lithuania. This country has a b Catholic influence, highlighted by the impressive Hill of Crosses, with thousands of crosses of all sizes. Lunch will be included along our route. Afterwards, we'll visit Trakai, a gorgeous castle located on an island in a lake, close to Vilnius. We'll finish the day in Vilnius.

Note: Depending on the duration of daylight, the visit to Trakai may take place on Wednesday after exploring the city.

Rundale is a city located in Jegava, Latvia, which is best known for the baroque palace, Rundale Palace.

  • Rundale Palace, a magnificent 18th-century Baroque masterpiece in Latvia, features opulent interiors, lush French gardens, and was designed by the famed architect of Russia's Winter Palace

Trakai is a historic city and lake resort in Lithuania. It lies 28 kilometres (17 miles) west of Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania. Because of its proximity to Vilnius, Trakai is a popular tourist destination.

  • An island castle located in Trakai, Lithuania. The construction of the stone castle was begun in the 14th century. Trakai was one of the main centres of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania and the castle held great strategic importance.

Dulexe Hotel: Radisson Blu Hotel Lietuva or similar 4 stars hotel

Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Included|Dinner: Excluded

Day 6: Vilnius

We'll begin with a panoramic tour of the city built on seven hills, often compared to Rome. You'll discover its Baroque churches, historic walls, grand castle, bustling commercial streets in the center, and 1,200 medieval houses. Enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore at your leisure.

Vilnius is classified as a Gamma global city according to GaWC studies, and is known for the architecture in its Old Town, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994.

Dulexe Hotel: Radisson Blu Hotel Lietuva or similar 4 stars hotel

Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded

Day 7: Vilnius - Druskininkai - Augustow - Warszawa (403 km)

We'll continue our journey to Poland. Our first stop will be Grutas Park, also known as "Stalin's World", which features 86 statues from the Soviet era. We'll then stop for lunch in the charming lakeside town of Augustow. Afterward, we’ll head to central Poland, arriving in Warsaw by the end of the day.

Located in southern Lithuania near the Belarus border, Druskininkai is a charming resort town known for its mineral springs, spas, and outdoor activities.

  • Grutas Park, often nicknamed "Stalin World", is an open-air museum in Druskininkai, Lithuania, showcasing Soviet-era statues and propaganda. Founded in 2001 by businessman Viliumas Malinauskas, it serves as both a tourist attraction and a controversial reminder of Lithuania’s Soviet occupation (1940–1991).

Located in northeastern Poland near the borders of Lithuania and Belarus, Augustow is a picturesque town known for its lakes, forests, and the Augustow Canal, a historic waterway system. It’s a paradise for nature lovers, kayakers, and cyclists.

Dulexe Hotel: Radisson Blu Sobieski Hotel or similar 4 stars hotel

Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded

Day 8: Warszawa - Poznan (279 km)

We'll start the day with a panoramic tour of Warsaw with a local guide. Home to nearly two million people, this political and economic hub of Poland boasts a blend of modern architecture and meticulously restored historic buildings. We'll stroll through the charming old town, featuring many old buildings, the Royal Palace, and cobbled streets, all restored after their destruction in World War II and now declared a World Heritage Site. We'll visit the Palace of Culture, a skyscraper gifted by the Soviet Union, reflect on the history of what was once the largest Jewish ghetto in Europe, and wander through Lazienki Park, home to the Chopin Monument. At around 2:30 p.m., after some time for a walk and lunch, we’ll depart for Pomerania until we reach our next stop: Poznan, an active city with a magnificent main square and vibrant atmosphere. You’ll have some time to explore.

Warsaw, Poland’s largest city and capital, is a dynamic blend of post-war rebirth, cutting-edge culture, and deep history. Nearly destroyed in WWII, it has risen into a modern metropolis with a beautifully reconstructed Old Town, buzzing nightlife, and world-class museums.

  • The oldest part of the Polish capital city sits along the banks of the Vistula river and is one of the most visited parts of town. It features medieval architecture like the city walls, St. John’s Cathedral, and the Barbican.

  • Lazienki Park is the largest park in Warsaw, Poland! It is a must-see! The beauty that it portrays will blow your mind away. It has plenty of flowers and amazing scenic views. It is truly a gem to discover and see in person.

  • As notable high-rise in Warsaw this building stands at 237 meters high, making it the tallest building in Poland. It's a gift from the Soviet Union to Poland

Poznań is among the oldest and largest cities in Poland. It is best known for its renaissance Old Town and Ostrów Tumski Cathedral.

Dulexe Hotel: Novotel Poznan Centrum or similar 4 stars hotel

Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded

Day 9: Poznan - Berlin (238 km)

We'll depart early from Poznan, traveling through the vast plains to Germany. We'll arrive in Berlin around 11:30 a.m.

Berlin is a world city of culture, politics, media and science, home to world-renowned universities, orchestras, museums, and entertainment venues, and is host to many sporting events. Its Zoological Garden is the most visited zoo in Europe.

Dulexe Hotel: Mercure Hotel Berlin Tempelhof or similar 4 stars hotel

Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded

Day 10: Berlin

Immerse yourself in the local culture with a guided panoramic tour of Berlin, the captivating capital of Germany. We'll see the historic center, Museum Island, the Reichstag, the Brandenburg Gate, the shopping streets and the city's beautiful parks. Our visit will also include stops at the Holocaust Memorial and the Berlin Wall Memorial Museum. For an optional excursion, you can visit Potsdam and its stunning palaces.

Berlin is a world city of culture, politics, media and science, home to world-renowned universities, orchestras, museums, and entertainment venues, and is host to many sporting events. Its Zoological Garden is the most visited zoo in Europe.

  • One of the best landmarks in Germany, Brandenburg Gate was built as a triumphal arch in the neoclassical style, completed in 1790. During the Cold War, the gate was closed, disallowing passage between East and West Berlin.

  • Located in Berlin, Reichstagsgebaude, also known as the the Reichstag building, houses the German parliament (the Bundestag). Constructed 1894, the building has historical significance through the Nazi period, Cold War, and Reunification of Germany. Notable include its river front views and glass dome architectural feature.

  • This memorial to the Jewish victims of the Holocaust was opened in 2005. The site is covered with 2,711 concrete slabs in a grid, symbolizing the over 3 million deceased Jews whose names are written on the memorial.

  • From 1961 to 1989, this wall divided Berlin in two and came to symbolize the division between East and West Germany during the Cold War.

Dulexe Hotel: Mercure Hotel Berlin Tempelhof or similar 4 stars hotel

Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded

Day 11: Berlin

After the breakfast, the tour will come to an end. Please arrange the transportation on your own for your next trip plan.

Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded

 

Price Includes:

Price Excludes:

Destination Adult Child
Berlin
4-hour Sachsenhausen concentration camp guided tour (Optional) $54 / €45 $54 / €45