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Baltic Wonders

REGION
Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania
THEME
Culture, Self drive tour
ACTIVITIES
Ride, Visit
DURATION
13 days
DIFFICULTY
Very easy

An in-depth exploration of the three Baltic capitals during this journey.

The two nights spent in each city will give you the freedom to become acquainted with their historical past, cultural heritage, and to perceive their differences.

Detailed program

DAY 1 : PARIS / TALLINN

Flight to the Estonian capital. Pick up the rental car at the airport. Accommodation in Tallinn.

Hotel: Centrum 3*** or similar.

DAY 2 : TALLINN

Free exploration of Tallinn: the Upper Town and Lower Town, the Orthodox Cathedral, Toompea Castle.

Hotel: Centrum 3*** or similar.

DAY 3 : TALLINN – TARTU (190 km)

Through the Estonian countryside adorned with windmills, drive to Tartu, the “spiritual capital” of the country, renowned for its university.

Hotel: Barclay 3*** or similar.

DAY 4 : TARTU – CESIS – SIGULDA (205 km)

Valga, a surprising border town where 2000 Estonians and 8000 Latvians coexist. Cesis, the former capital of Livonia, then Sigulda and its castle.

Hotel: Sigulda 3*** or similar.

DAY 5 : SIGULDA – RIGA (45 km)

A short journey to Riga. Free exploration of the city: the city walls, numerous churches, and Hanseatic houses.

Hotel: Albert 4**** or similar.

DAY 6 : RIGA

Free exploration of Riga.

Hotel: Albert 4**** or similar.

DAY 7 : RIGA – KLAIPEDA (285 km)

Head south to Lithuania and Siauliai, the spiritual heart of the country, where thousands of crosses on a hill bear witness to the faith of the people. Klaipeda, a modest seaside village turned into the country’s third-largest city.

Hotel: Klaipeda 4**** or similar.

DAY 8 : KLAIPEDA – KAUNAS (180 km)

Travel inland. Arrival in Kaunas, which offers numerous museums and art galleries, making this former Lithuanian capital a major cultural center.

Hotel: Klaipeda Kaunas Hotel 3*** or similar.

DAY 9 : KAUNAS – VILNIUS (105 km)

Cross Lithuania and visit Trakai Castle before arriving in Vilnius, where the historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Hotel: Amberton 4**** or similar.

DAY 10 : VILNIUS

Free exploration of Vilnius.

Hotel: Amberton 4**** or similar.

DAY 11 : VILNIUS – RIGA (310 km)

Free exploration of Riga.

Hotel: Albert 4**** or similar.

DAY 12 : RIGA – TALLINN (300 km)

Free exploration of Tallinn.

Hotel: Centrum 3*** or similar.

DAY 13 : TALLINN / PARIS

Return your rental vehicle. Flight to Paris on a regular flight.

Travel periods

Departures from 01/06/2024 to 30/09/2024

Prices

From 1,695€VAT included
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Pricing information

OUR RATES INCLUDE :

  • Regular flights Paris/Tallinn/Paris in economy class
  • Airport taxes
  • Category A car rental with airport pick-up, unlimited mileage Vehicle exit fees
  • Accommodation with breakfast as per the program
  • Complimentary repatriation assistance insurance

OUR RATES DO NOT INCLUDE :

  • Meals not mentioned in the program
  • Beverages
  • Tips and personal expenses
  • Fuel
  • Cancellation insurance “PREMIUM” (please inquire)

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