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Baltic Capital Cities (Christmas)

8 days
From Vilnius to Tallinn
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 18
Ages 16+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Vilnius

    Start point
    8, Slucko g., Vilnius 09312, Lithuania (Ecotel Vilnius, Hotel Reception, 19:00)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Amberton Vilnius Hotel), Hotel (Amberton Cathedral Square Hotel Vilnius (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Vilnius Old Town with its cobbled streets
    • Lunch in Naujamiestis (Uptown) neighbourhood
    • Welcome dinner
    Landmarks
    Vilnius Old Town
    Naujamiestis
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  2. Day 2

    Vilnius

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Amberton Vilnius Hotel), Hotel (Amberton Cathedral Square Hotel Vilnius (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Vilnius Old Town
    • Visit Vilnius Cathedral
    • Visit Gate of the Dawn chapel
    • Walking tour through main shopping street with opera house and parliament building
    • Visit KGB Museum in former KGB Headquarters
    Landmarks
    Vilnius Cathedral
    Gate of the Dawn chapel
    Vilnius Old University
    KGB Museum
    Vilnius Opera House
  3. Day 3

    Vilnius to Pakruojis

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional dinner followed by a tasting session of beers brewed onsite)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Manor of Pakruojis), Hotel (Manor of Pakruojis (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • View Trakai Castle exterior on Lake Galve
    • Stop in Kaunas
    • Explore Pakruojis Manor and its 34 buildings
    • Traditional dinner at Pakruojis Manor
    • Beer tasting session of onsite brewed beers

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch in Kaunas
    Landmarks
    Trakai Castle
    Lake Galve
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  4. Day 4

    Pakruojis to Riga

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Rixwell Konventa Seta Hotel), Hotel (Konventa Seta Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Stop at Hill of Crosses near Siauliai
    • Walking tour of Riga
    • Visit Freedom Monument
    • Visit Gunpowder Tower
    • Visit Saint Jacob's Church
    • Visit Riga Cathedral
    Landmarks
    Hill of Crosses
    Freedom Monument
    Gunpowder Tower
    Saint Jacob's Church
    Riga Cathedral
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  5. Day 5

    Riga

    Meals
    Dinner (Three-course meal at a local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Rixwell Konventa Seta Hotel), Hotel (Konventa Seta Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Riga Central Market
    • Visit the location of the first decorated Christmas tree (16th century)
    • Riga Christmas Market

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Latvian Ethnographic Open-Air Museum
    • Visit Riga Castle
    • Lunch at local restaurants in the Old Town
    • Drink Riga Black Balsam (traditional herbal liqueur)
    Landmarks
    Riga Central Market
    River Daugava
    Riga Castle
    Latvian Ethnographic Open-Air Museum
    Riga Old Town
    Riga Christmas Market
  6. Day 6

    Riga - Parnu - Tallinn

    Meals
    Dinner (Three-course Christmas meal)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Park Inn by Radisson Central Tallinn), Hotel (Hestia Hotel Europa (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Parnu seaside town

    Optional Activities

    • Parnu Mud Baths experience
    • Lunch in Parnu
    Landmarks
    Parnu
    Gulf of Riga
    Tallinn Old Town
    Kiek in de Kok
    Gothic Town Hall
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  7. Day 7

    Tallinn

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Park Inn by Radisson Central Tallinn), Hotel (Hestia Hotel Europa (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Tallinn Old Town
    • Visit Bastion Tunnels (or Dominican Monastery if tunnels unavailable)
    Landmarks
    Tallinn Old Town
    Gothic Town Hall
    Kiek in de Kok
    Toompea Castle
    Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
    Parliament Building
    Bastion Tunnels
    Dominican Monastery
  8. Day 8

    Tallinn

    End point
    Toompuiestee 37, 10133 Tallinn, Estonia (Hotel Go Shnelli, Hotel reception, 09:00)
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4.3
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  • Baltic Capital Cities (Christmas) reviewer 1
    October 17th, 2025
    5
    This tool was perfect if you wanted to see the Baltics in a week. Great itinerary Inna was a great tour guide. There...
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    Traveled in October 2025
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    Thank you for taking the time to write us such a kind review! It's great to see you had such a fun adventure exploring the Baltic Capital Cities, and I am glad to know Inna was able to show your group such a great time. I will be sure to pass your kind words on to them and I'm sure they will be so thankful. We hope to see you on another Explore adventure again soon!
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  • Baltic Capital Cities (Christmas) reviewer 2
    July 5th, 2025
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    Satisfied on the whole with overall itinerary
    Traveled in June 2025
    Reply from: Explore!
    Thank you for your feedback, its appreciated and so happy you had a wonderful time with us. We do hope to have you travel with us again soon.
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    June 4th, 2023
    4.7
    Highlights were generally the feel of the cities, the walking, the Manor house in Lithuania.
    Traveled in May 2023
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  • A
    June 4th, 2023
    4.3
    All the cities were a revelation!
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    June 19th, 2023
    3.8
    Vilnius, Vilnius closely followed by Tallinn!
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    June 23rd, 2023
    4.3
    Impressed with the Hill of Crosses. The walking tour of the KGB museum in Vilnius and the city walls in Tallinn,...
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    Traveled in June 2023
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    July 4th, 2023
    4.3
    Vilnius is a real gem and starting city for the tour..its such a beautiful city with none of the drama of bustling...
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    July 7th, 2023
    4.7
    Really enjoyed the whole trip - all 3 cities were beautiful in their own, slightly different ways. Highlights would...
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    July 14th, 2023
    4
    The highlight on this trip was the guide. Dziugas Viikus was excellent.
    Traveled in June 2023
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  • A
    July 9th, 2023
    4
    Tallinn & staying at the Manor House in Latvia.
    Traveled in July 2023
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    Asked on September 2nd, 2025

    I am very interested in this tour. May I know which airports should I book my flights and what time/date should I book them for?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten September 2025

      Baltic Capital Cities starts at Vilnius airport and ends at Tallinn airport. You can arrive anytime on the first day and leave anytime on the last day and we will provide your airport transfers free of charge.

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      Yes that is correct, all the guides are in English for our tours.

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      You should provide flight details including arrival and departure times for us to assist with transfers.

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      Yes, you can leave your luggage at the hotel and have a transfer arranged according to your flight details.

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    Asked on January 15th, 2025

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    Asked on November 15th, 2024

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      Requests for specific hotels can be made, but availability will need to be confirmed.

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    Asked on July 30th, 2024

    Does the tour provide options for vegetarian meals?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten August 2024

      Yes, vegetarian meal options can be requested and will be accommodated.

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    Marie

    Asked on July 19th, 2024

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      You will need to provide your flight details at least 14 days before travel to arrange airport transfers.

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