Baltic Metropoles (10 Days/ 9 Nights)

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Descripción general Discover the gems of the Baltic capitals on this exciting itinerary. From the historic Vilnius with its medieval buildings, to the charming Riga with its diverse architecture and excursion options to Trakai and Jurmala. Continue to the fascinating Tallinn, with its medieval Old Town and the opportunity to visit Kadriorg Park and the KUMU Art Museum. Conclude in Helsinki, exploring its iconic sites and the option to visit Suomenlinna Fortress.

Day 1 (Sunday): Arrival Vilnius
Arrival in Vilnius, optional transfer to Hotel Radisson Blu Lietuva**** or similar, check-in, welcome meeting.

Day 2 (Monday): Vilnius
Vilnius is known for its more than 1.200 medieval buildings and 48 churches. The morning sightseeing tour includes a panoramic tour of the city and a walking tour of the Old Town with Vilnius Cathedral, Gediminas Tower, Peter and Paul Church, St. Anne’s Church, Old University and the Gates of Dawn. The afternoon offers an optional excursion to Trakai, the medieval capital of Lithuania, with the well preserved Trakai Castle, beautifully located on an island in Lake Galve. In the evening enjoy an optional Lithuanian dinner at Restaurant Senoj.

Day 3 (Tuesday): Vilnius-Riga
Heading for Riga, the first stop is the Hill of Crosses, one of the most holy sites of Catholic Lithuania. After crossing into Latvia, we soon reach the magnificent Rundale Palace, the former summer residence of the Duke of Courland. Following a guided tour of the palace we travel through the rolling hills of Southern Latvia to reach Riga late afternoon, check-in at Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija**** or similar.

Day 4 (Wednesday): Riga
Founded in 1201 by the German bishop Albert, Riga is the largest of the three Baltic capitals and boasts a real kaleidoscope of architectural styles. The walking tour of the Old Town includes Riga Castle, the Dome Cathedral, St. Peter’s Church, the Swedish Gate, the Three Brothers, the Large and Small Guilds 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. The evening offers an optional organ concert at the Dome Cathedral.

Day 5 (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 Forest.

Day 6 (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 7 (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 Peppersack.

Day 8 (Sunday): Tallinn-Helsinki
This day offers 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.

Day 10 (Tuesday): Helsinki
Optional transfer to the airport. Información adicional At the time of booking, additional services can be added for an extra fee. You can add the following services:Transfer airport to Hotel Radisson Blu Lietuva 3-hour excursion to Trakai and visit to Trakai CastleLithuanian dinner at Restaurant Senoji Trobele4-hour excursion to Gauja National Park3-hour excursion to the Riga Motor MuseumOrgan concert at the Dome Cathedral4-hour excursion to JurmalaLatvian dinner at Restaurant Forest3-hour excursion to Kadriorg Park and visit to KUMUMedieval dinner at Restaurant Peppersack6-hour excursion to Lahemaa National Park3-hour excursion with water bus to the Suomenlinna FortressTransfer Hotel Radisson Blu Seaside airport Half board at hotels (9 x 3 course dinner with coffee/tea)Please note that if you add the transfer service from the airport to the hotel you must add the information of your arrival flight to the destination, otherwise you must approach the meeting point by your own means Incluye 9 overnights at centrally located 4 star hotels9 buffet breakfastWelcome meeting with champagne-cocktail or juicePersonalised welcome package Entrances to Peter and Paul Church in Vilnius, Rundale Palace, medieval Great Guild Hall in Tallinn and Church-in-the-Rock in Helsinki Service of English, Italian and German speaking tour escort on all toursService of 1st class motor coaches or 1st class minivans throughout the itineraryFerry ticket Tallinn-Helsinki OW (2nd class)Portage at hotels No incluye Hotel pick-up and drop-offTickets, meals and drinks except if expressly specified in the tour inclusionsOther services not specified Política de cancelación Free cancellation up to 36 days before the service. Cancellations between 35 days and 15 days, reimbursement of 50% of the amount of the service. Cancellations between 14 days and 8 days, reimbursement of 25% of the amount of the service. Cancellations between 7 days and 1 day, refund of 10% of the amount of the service. Cancellation with less time or no show no refund is made Punto de encuentro Radisson Blu Lietuva Hotel, Vilnius. Lithuania