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Fly to Vilnius in Lithuania via Frankfurt. On arrival we’ll transfer to our hotel and get to know one another better over a welcome drink before dinner at the hotel this evening.
Lithuania’s capital Vilnius, is a charming and beautiful city and we’ll see its highlights on a sightseeing tour today. The UNESCO-listed Old Town is home to a maze of narrow streets and a wealth of historic buildings
We’ll leave Vilnius this afternoon and head to Kaunas. En route we’ll stop at Trakai, the former capital of Lithuania. We’ll enjoy a sightseeing tour and visit the castle, a 14th century fortress which sits on an island connected to the shore by a footbridge.
This morning we’ll explore Kaunas. Left unscathed by the Second World War, it boasts many ancient architectural monuments, particularly in the Old Town. On our guided tour we’ll see highlights including Kaunas Castle, the Vytautas Church and the fabulous Old Town Hall with its 53 metre tower and beautiful Baroque façade.
Today’s included excursion will begin with a sightseeing tour of the National Park of the Curonian Spit, a 98 kilometre stretch of sand washed by the Baltic Sea to the west and the Curonian Lagoon to the east.
Today’s included excursion will begin with a sightseeing tour of the National Park of the Curonian Spit, a 98 kilometre stretch of sand washed by the Baltic Sea to the west and the Curonian Lagoon to the east.
After lunch we’ll depart Liepāja and drive to Kuldīga. Considered to be one of the most beautiful towns in Latvia, it boasts one of the longest brick bridges in Europe.
Today we’ll explore Riga, a medieval Hanseatic town. Our tour takes us to highlights such as St Peter’s Cathedral, where you can admire spectacular views of the city from the steeple, Riga Castle and the Dome Cathedral.
After breakfast we’ll head to Rundale Palace, which is considered by many to be the most magnificent piece of Baroque architecture in the Baltic states.
We’ll head back to Riga this afternoon where you are free to explore at leisure with your travelling companions.
Our journey continues after breakfast when we head to Tallinn in Estonia. On the way we’ll stop at Turaida Museum Reserve, an area rich in monuments of historical interest. Visit the church and the delightful Folk Song Garden here, before we head to the picturesque town of Sigulda, situated in the Gauja National Park.
Tallinn is a picturesque old city, where whole districts date back to the Middle Ages. On today’s city tour we’ll explore the Old Town with its quaint narrow streets and gothic-styled merchants’ houses and see Toompea Castle, the Russian Orthodox Cathedral of Alexander Nevsky and the 15th century Town Hall.
After breakfast we’ll transfer to the airport in Tallinn for our flight back to the UK via Frankfurt.
Holiday Inn Vilnius is a light and comfortable 4 star Hotel in the heart of Vilnius’ postcard-pretty Old Town. Bursting with a heady mix of European architechture, vibrant markets and the Vilnius Cathedral, making it a great place to explore.
The 4-star Park Inn is located in the centre of Kaunas, close to its attractions.
This hotel is centrally located in the heart of the city, providing easy access to the harbour and cultural attractions, including the picturesque Old Town.
Promenade Hotel is an elegant 5 star Hotel overlooking the harbour promenade in the centre of Liepaja.
Welton Centrum Hotel & Spa is a luxurious 4 star hotel with local attractions such as St John”s Church, Riga Opera House and Laima Clock.
The modern 4-star Hotel L’Ermitage is located in the centre of Tallinn, just a 5-minute walk from the Town Hall.
Please note, prices listed are guide prices only and are based on solo travellers in their own room. Holiday prices are fluid and dynamic and may be changed at a moment’s notice, prior to booking, at which point they are confirmed. Please call the team free on 0800 707 6229 for more departure dates available and a quote.
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