Baltic Adventures (Lithuania, Latvia, & Estonia)

Arrive in Tallinn, where your private driver will meet you at the airport and transfer you directly to Hotel Telegraaf. Settle into your accommodation in the heart of the Estonian capital and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. With Tallinn’s remarkably preserved medieval centre nearby, this first evening offers an opportunity to ease into your Baltic journey and soak up the atmosphere of one of Northern Europe’s most characterful historic cities.

Explore Tallinn by private car and on foot, beginning with its fortified walls and famous towers before discovering the wooden districts and elegant Kadriorg Palace and Park. Continue to the Song Festival Grounds and follow the Gulf of Finland to the atmospheric ruins of Pirita Convent. Your walking tour then reveals the Upper and Lower Old Town, including Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, St Mary’s Cathedral and St Olaf’s Church, before concluding amid the Gothic architecture of Town Hall Square.

Leave Tallinn behind for a guided five-hour adventure through Lahemaa National Park, immersing yourself in the natural landscapes of northern Estonia. Follow the Viru Bog Trail through distinctive wetland scenery, visit Jägala Waterfall and continue towards the Baltic coastline. The experience also introduces the traditional coastal character of the region through villages such as Altja or Käsmu, combining forest, bog, waterfall and seaside environments in a rewarding day outside the capital.

Journey south from Estonia into Latvia, pausing in the beautiful Gauja River Valley before reaching Riga. Explore Turaida Museum Reserve, where archaeological and architectural monuments trace the region’s history from the 11th century, including its medieval castle and historic wooden church. Continue to picturesque Sigulda, often associated with Latvia’s dramatic forested scenery, to discover medieval castle ruins, Kropotkin’s Palace and sandstone grottoes along the ancient riverbank. Afterwards, continue to Riga and settle into Grand Hotel Kempinski.

Discover Riga through a combination of private driving and walking. Pass landmarks including the National Opera, Freedom Monument, National Theatre and the city’s celebrated wooden architecture before exploring the historic centre on foot. Within the Old Town, encounter St Peter’s Church, Riga Cathedral, Town Hall Square, the ornate House of the Blackheads, Swedish Gate and Powder Tower. Continue past the Three Brothers, historic guild houses and atmospheric courtyards, gaining a broad introduction to Riga’s layered architectural heritage.

Escape Riga for a six-hour excursion to Jūrmala, Latvia’s celebrated Baltic resort. Follow the coast past elegant villas and enjoy time along Jomas Street, with a visit to the renowned Dzintari Concert Hall and opportunities to browse local boutiques or walk along Jūrmala’s expansive sandy beach. The day also incorporates the natural side of the region, with walking and hiking possibilities through historic Ķemeri Park and the wild landscapes of Ragakāpa Park before returning to Riga.

Leave Riga for Lithuania, beginning with magnificent Rundāle Palace, one of the Baltic region’s great Baroque landmarks. Explore its restored interiors, including the Golden Hall, White Hall and ducal chambers, before admiring its formal French-style gardens. Continue across the border to the remarkable Hill of Crosses near Šiauliai, where countless crosses have accumulated as expressions of faith and Lithuanian identity. Afterwards, travel onwards to Vilnius for your first evening in the Lithuanian capital.

Travel from Vilnius to historic Trakai, the former capital of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania and a town beautifully positioned among a network of lakes. Walk through the town before crossing to its striking Gothic island castle, rising above the waters of Lake Galvė and once associated with Grand Duke Vytautas. Explore the castle museum and its historical collections before enjoying free time in Trakai, with the opportunity to sample traditional Karaim pastries before returning to Vilnius.

Spend your final morning discovering Vilnius through a combination of driving and walking. See the Baroque Church of St Peter and St Paul before travelling along Gediminas Avenue and ascending Three Crosses Hill for panoramic views across the Lithuanian capital. Continue on foot through the Old Town, encountering Vilnius University, Town Hall Square, St Anne’s Church, the Monastery of the Holy Spirit and the historic Gates of Dawn. Afterwards, your private driver transfers you to Vilnius Airport for your onward flight.