Day 1: Stockholm
Welcome! You’ll have free time to relax. Later in the afternoon, check the information boards in the hotel lobby for details about the start of your tour.
Day 2: Stockholm
Today we’ll embark on a panoramic tour of this beautiful capital city, built on 14 interconnected islands. We’ll visit Gamla Stan, also known as the “the city between bridges”, the lively old quarter filled with monumental buildings such as the Nobel Prize Museum, located right beside the main square of Stortorget which honors Nobel Prize winners, the Cathedral, and the Royal Palace. Whenever possible, we’ll enjoy the stunning views from the Fjällgatan viewpoint. Afterwards, you’ll have leisure time to explore. We recommend visiting the museums and parks. Optionally, you can visit the City Hall and the Vasa Museum.
Day 3: Stockholm - Stockholm - Turku Ferry
Enjoy a free day in STOCKHOLM. In the evening, we’ll board a modern ferry for an overnight journey to FINLAND. Accommodation will be in double en-suite cabins.
Day 4: Stockholm - Turku Ferry - Naantali - Helsinki
As we arrive in FINLAND, we recommend heading to the ship’s deck for sunrise to enjoy the mesmerizing landscapes as we sail past the Åland Islands, a collection of hundreds of forested islands. After disembarking the ferry, you’ll have time to explore TURKU, a city with a strong Swedish influence. We’ll then continue our journey to the neighboring city of NAANTALI, a picturesque town with charming wooden houses by the sea. Next, we travel to HELSINKI. After lunch, we´ll take a boat ride (regular public ferry) to Suomelinna Islands, home to the impressive fortress built to protect the city´s maritime entrance and UNESCO Heritage Site. You will have time to explore this unique group of islands, connected by small pedestrian bridges, and enjoy its atmosphere, fortress walls, and magnificient views over the Baltic. Afterwards, we´ll return to Helsinki by boat and transfer to the hotel.
Day 5: Helsinki - Helsinki - Tallinn Ferry - Tallinn
Enjoy a free morning in Finland´s capital, whre you can discover some of the most charming spots of this modern, seaside city. In the afternoon, we’ll board a ferry to ESTONIA, a journey of about 2 hours and 30 minutes. We recommend taking in the the bautiful views of Helsinki and the surrounding islands as we depart. Arrival in TALLINN.
Day 6: 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.
Day 7: Tallinn - Parnu - Turaida - Sigulda - Salaspils - Riga
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.
Half board includes: First course: Latvian soup.
Second course: Pork steak with vegetables.
Dessert: Compote with cherries.
Drinks: Tap water and bread.
Day 8: 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.
Day 9: Riga - Rundale - Vilnius
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 strong 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.
Half board includes: First course: Soup of the day
Second course: Grilled chicken with cheese and pistachio sauce.
Dessert: pear tart
Drinks, water, bread, coffee or tea.
Day 10: 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.
Day 11: Vilnius
After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
