Best of the Baltics: Treasures of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania

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On a comprehensive journey to the three Baltic capitals, learn about Tallinn, Vilnius and Riga’s tumultuous histories and experience the cultural gems this region has to offer.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • I like to spend much of the day exploring
    • Whether walking through historic neighborhoods at a moderate pace or out and about on a coach, I prefer to keep my days full
    • Stairs don’t bother me, and I love to keep up with the group

What's this trip about?

    On a comprehensive journey to the three Baltic capitals, learn about Tallinn, Vilnius and Riga’s tumultuous histories and experience the cultural gems this region has to offer.

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityTallinn
End CityVilnius

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Photography
  • National Parks
  • Yoga, Meditation & Wellness
  • Relaxing Retreats
  • Holy Land

Destinations

Activities

  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Yoga & Meditation

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

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Itinerary

Day 1 In Transit to Program In Flight

Day 2 Arrive Tallinn, Check-in, Orientation, Welcome Dinner Tallinn

Hotel check-in from 3:00 p.m.

After checking in to the hotel we’ll have some time to relax and settle in to our rooms before our Orientation meeting at 5:30 p.m. Orientation: The Group Leader will greet everyone and lead introductions. We will review the up-to-d...

Day 3 Lecture, Kadriorg Palace, Old Tallinn, Dome Church Tallinn

Getting on/off a motorcoach; total driving about 5 miles, approximately 1 hour. Total walking over two miles on hilly and grassy terrain, cobblestone. Stairs in Kadriorg Palace and other field trip sites.

At the hotel, we will enjoy a lecture from a local univer...

Day 4 Estonian Open Air Museum, Estonian History Museum Tallinn

Getting on/off a motorcoach; total driving about 10 miles, approximately 1 hour. Walking up to 2 miles on uneven terrain in the country and in the park, and up/down hill. Afternoon walking dependent upon personal preference, cobbled streets.

We’ll board a motorc...

Day 5 Transfer to Latvia, Turaida Castle, Soviet Bunker Riga

Getting on/off a motorcoach; total driving about 250 miles, approximately 7 hours, with breaks for field trips.

After checking out of the hotel, we’ll board a motorcoach and begin our transfer to Riga in Latvia. We’ll see some more of Tallinn’s suburbs at the be...

Day 6 Lecture, Art Nouveau District, Old Town Riga Riga

Getting on/off a motorcoach; total driving about 6 miles, approximately 1 hour. Walking over 2 miles on cobblestone surfaces in Old Town.

At the hotel, we’ll begin the day with a lecture and discussion led by a local expert, on Latvian politics, economics, and s...

Day 7 Free Time Riga

Extent of walking and other activities during free time according to personal choice.

Free time. This block of time has been set aside for your personal independent exploration to see and do what interests you most. Please refer to the list of Free Time Opportun...

Day 8 Latvia’s Cultural Heritage, Riga Museums Riga

Getting on/off a motorcoach; total driving about 4 miles, approximately 3/4 hour.

In 2014, Riga was named a European City of Culture. This morning we’ll learn about Latvia's cultural heritage, musical traditions, and national musical instruments, in a lecture pr...

Day 9 Transfer to Lithuania, Rundale Palace, Hill of Crosses Vilnius

Getting on/off a motorcoach; driving about 235 miles, approximately 6 hours, with stops at field trip sites. Light walking during the lunch stop and stairs in historic buildings.

We will transfer to Vilnius, Lithuania. En route, we will stop at the town of Pilsr...

Day 10 Trakai Castle, Lake Galve, Local Farm Vilnius

Getting on/off a motorcoach; total driving about 45 miles, approximately 3 hours. Walking at least 2 miles on hilly and unpaved terrain, and cobbled streets in Old Town. Rest areas available.

We’ll focus on Lithuania’s thousand-year history with a field trip by ...

Day 11 Lecture, Peter & Paul Cathedral, Gates of Dawn, Free Time Vilnius

Walking over 2 miles on cobblestones and uneven terrain.

At the hotel, we’ll enjoy a lecture by a local expert concentrating on the Baltic states’ geographical and political position and on Lithuania’s integration into the European Union. We’ll then set out on a...

Day 12 Program Concludes Vilnius

Hotel check-out by 12:00 Noon. See the “Travel Information” section regarding transfers.

If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are staying on independently, have a wonderful time. If you are transferring to another Road Scholar program, detailed instru...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,599
Price per day$217
Last Updated: 3/14/2025

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Meals Included
  • Number of Breakfast: 10
  • Number of Lunch: 5
  • Number of Dinner: 7
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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