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Warsaw, the Baltics & Helsinki
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Overview
Highlights (Bullets)
- Warsaw : Welcome dinner; guided sightseeing, visit Stare Miasto and St. John’s Cathedral; private Chopin concert
- Vilnius : Guided walking tour, visit the Old University and the KGB Museum, and Vilnius’ artist quarter, Užupis
- Hill of crosses: Take pictures of the memorial site
- Riga : Guided sightseeing, including a walking tour of the Old Town and a visit to the Art Nouveau quarter; Riga Balsam and Laima chocolate tasting
- Tallinn : Guided sightseeing, visit Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and St. Nicholas’ Church
- Tallin–helsinki: Ferry crossing
- Helsinki : Guided sightseeing, visit the Lutheran Cathedral, Sibelius Monument, and the open-air market
- On this Baltics and Northern Europe tour, journey from Poland to Finland traveling through the Baltic States of Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia
- Along the way, relish UNESCO World Heritage Sites, old cities, beautiful scenery, and fascinating historical sights—with overnights in Warsaw, and the capital cities of Vilnius, Riga, Tallinn, and Helsinki
Short Description
This tour of the Baltics and Northern Europe is impressively full of high notes. Making your way from Poland to Finland through Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia, you’ll see the historic sights, spoon the hearty stews, and hear the harmonious songs this distinctive region is famous for, starting with a private Chopin concert in the music maestro’s hometown. Beyond Warsaw’s resilience and its “Wedding Cake” Palace of Culture and Science, there’s more to fall in love within every capital city along your journey—Vilnius’ bohemian artist quarter, Riga’s Black Balsam liqueur and sweet Laima chocolates, and Tallinn’s fairytale Old Town and onion-domed cathedral. A breezy ferry ride across the Baltic Sea to the design-centric city of Helsinki is the perfect encore.
Itinerary
Day 1
ARRIVE IN WARSAW, POLAND Welcome to Warsaw! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)
Day 2
WARSAW Classical Notes in Warsaw WARSAW Guided sightseeing includes Stare Miasto (Old Town) and St. John’s Cathedral. Free time this afternoon before attending a [LF] private Chopin concert. (B)LOCAL FAVORITE GREAT PERFORMANCES Enjoy a wonderful performance of passionate compositions by Frédéric Chopin in an elegant hall in Warsaw. Hear the moving music created by the legendary Polish composer and virtuoso pianist of the Romantic period.
Day 3
WARSAW–VILNIUS, LITHUANIA Bohemian Beauty Relax during a scenic drive to Vilnius.VILNIUS Enjoy dinner at your hotel. (B,D) 298 mi / 480 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTCITY SIGHTS Vilnius is a mix of a modern art scene, bohemian art galleries, museums and off-beat bars and cafes, along with cobblestones and medieval churches. You’ll also find a wealth of German Gothic, Italian Baroque, and French Classicism architecture in this picture-perfect Lithuanian town.
Day 4
VILNIUS History & Artistry VILNIUS Guided walking tour includes the Old University, the KGB Museum, and [LF] Užupis (Vilnius’ artist quarter). (B)LOCAL FAVORITEART & ARCHITECTURE Step into Bohemian Užupis, formerly the smallest district of Vilnius which declared itself independent on 1st April 1997. Explore the vibrant streets and admire the open- air artwork that is on display for all to enjoy.
Day 5
VILNIUS–RIGA, LATVIA Hill of Remembrance Photo stop at the Hill of Crosses en route to Riga. (B,D) 214 mi / 345 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTPHOTO OPP Stop at the sobering and moving Hill of Crosses on your way to Latvia today. This historic Christian pilgrimage site, studded with thousands of wooden crosses thought to have been first erected on this small hill in Lithuania by families in lieu of graves after the 1831 uprising against Russian rule.
Day 6
RIGA Art Nouveau in Old Town RIGA Guided walking tour of the Old Town includes the Art Nouveau quarter. [LF] Riga Balsam (a traditional Latvian herbal liqueur) and Laima chocolate tasting. Free time this afternoon and evening. (B)LOCAL FAVORITE LOCAL TASTES Raise a glass of Latvia’s national drink, a dark herbal liqueur called Riga Balsam to experience the rich taste of birch, lime, ginger, cocoa, liquorice baking spices, and berries. The perfect pairing for traditional Laima chocolate!
Day 7
RIGA–TALLINN, ESTONIA Enchanting Estonia Scenic drive along the coastline of the Gulf of Riga en route to Tallinn.TALLINN Guided sightseeing includes a visit of the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and St. Nicholas’ Church. (B) 211 mi / 340 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT CITY SIGHTS Discover the vibrant and historic old town of Tallinn. Estonia’s captivating capital. Its rich heritage and importance as a major Hanseatic trading hub are still visible in its well-preserved medieval architecture and towers rising above the city skyline
Day 8
TALLINN–HELSINKI, FINLAND Ferry to Finland! Scenic ferry crossing from Tallinn to Helsinki.HELSINKI Guided sightseeing includes the Lutheran Cathedral, Sibelius Monument, and the open-air market. Farewell dinner at your hotel this evening. (B,D) 56 mi / 90 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURE & TRADITION Finland’s southern capital of Helsinki is poised on the peninsula in the Gulf of Finland, where striking architecture and Nordic cuisine delight visitors. Stroll the open-air market for traditional fare and see the beautiful cathedral and Sibelius Monument in this historic and picturesque setting.
Day 9
HELSINKI Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
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Accommodations
Mercure Warsaw Centrum
Mercure Warsaw Centrum is located in the city center, right next to the Golden Terraces, the largest shopping center in Warsaw.
Warsaw
Poland
Ul.Zlota 48/54
Hilton Garden Inn Vilnius City Centre
This hotel is perfectly located in the heart of Lithuania's capital on the main street, Gedimino Avenue, running between the Seimas Parliamentary Hall and historical Lukiskie Square. Modern in both design and architecture, the hotel has 164 spacious guestrooms with facilities such as complimentary Wi-Fi, a 50-inch HDTV, premium channels, a mini-refrigerator, and a coffeemaker. There is also a restaurant, fitness center, and a 24 hour shop in the hotel.
Vilnius
Lithuania
GEDIMINO AV. 44 B
Wellton Riverside
This modern hotel is located on the shore of the Daugava River in the historical center of Riga. Wellton Riverside features three different restaurants serving from classical-style dishes to International and Latvian specialties, a cozy café with variety of pastries, a beautiful terrace on the 8th floor with scenic views, a gym with cardio machines, and the largest SPA complex in the city. Free wireless internet is available throughout the property. The 265 spacious and contemporarily decorated guest rooms offer panoramic views of the city and are equipped with air conditioning, a separate working area, minibar, coffee/tea maker facilities, and flat screen TV with international channels. Conveniently located in the heart of Riga old Town, many attractions as the Central Market and the Latvian Opera House are within walking distance.
Riga
Latvia
33, 11. November krastmala
Radisson Olumpia
Each of our 390 stylish rooms and suites offers modern conveniences such as a mini bar and Free high-speed, wireless Internet access. With on-site restaurants Senso, Cafe Boulevard and a Lobby Bar, you won't have to go far for a delicious meal or a refreshing drink. The Radisson Blu Hotel Olümpia, Tallinn is just 3 kilometers from Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport (TLL) and close to public transportation, making it easy to reach any destination.
Tallinn
Estonia
Liivalaia 33
Radisson Blu Aleksanteri
Located in the very heart of Helsinki, this hotel combines the best parts of a home-like boutique hotel and a major international chain hotel. The in-house restaurant offers a variety of dishes using seasonal ingredients while the bar offers a wide selection of exclusive wines and craft beers. Leisure options include a fitness center and a sauna. Complimentary high-speed, wireless Internet is available throughout the hotel.
Helsinki
Finland
Albertinkatu 34
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