Europe Private Tour (FIN002) Focus Scandinavia and Baltics (10 Days 9 Nights)

Scandinavian & Baltics Tour: Day 1 arrival in Vilnius. We will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. There is no tour on the first day, giving you time to rest before the journey begins.

Enjoy a full day exploring Vilnius. Vilnius is renowned for its more than 1.200 medieval buildings and 48 churches. Take in panoramic views of the city and stroll through the Old Town, visiting Vilnius Cathedral, Gediminas Tower, Church of St. Peter and St. Paul / St. Anne's Church / the Old University, and the Gates of Dawn.

In the afternoon, travel 30 km to Trakai, the medieval capital of Lithuania, featuring the beautifully preserved Trakai Castle situated on an island in Lake Galve.

In the evening, savor delicious local cuisine before returning for an overnight stay in Vilnius.

Travel 300 km across the rolling hills of southern Latvia, arriving in Riga in the afternoon. Start your tour at the Hill of Crosses, one of the most sacred Catholic pilgrimage sites in Lithuania.

Spend the afternoon shopping at your leisure in the city center. If you wish, we can take you to the Ethnographic Open-Air Museum of Latvia, showcasing 18th-century rural life in the country.

In the evening, enjoy an authentic Latvian dinner. Overnight stay in Riga.

Discover the medieval beauty of Latvia. Travel 100 km to admire the stunning scenery of Gauja National Park and the town of Sigulda. Follow the medieval Latvian legend of the Rose of Turaida and explore the ruins of the Episcopal Castle and the Castle of the Knights of the Sword.

Return to Riga. In the evening, if there is an optional organ concert at Riga Cathedral, you may attend. Overnight stay in Riga.

Riga was founded in 1201 by German crusaders. It is the largest of the three Baltic capitals and boasts remarkable architecture. The walking tour begins in the Old Town, taking in Riga Castle, Riga Cathedral, St. Peter's Church, the Swedish Gate, the Three Brothers, and the Freedom Monument.

In the afternoon, after lunch, visit Jurmala, a lively Latvian seaside resort famous for its wooden architecture and sandy beaches. Return for an overnight stay in Riga.

This morning, we travel along the coast toward a resort in Estonia. Enjoy scenic drives through the Estonian countryside, arriving in Tallinn by the afternoon, covering a distance of approximately 300 km.

Along the way, we stop to explore the charming town of Parnu, a resort town in southwestern Estonia overlooking Parnu Bay. Divided by a river, the town is renowned for its 19th-century wooden villas and the gorgeous Parnu Beach, perfect for a pleasant stroll along the water. Just behind the beach, Parnu Beach Park features fountains and beautiful neoclassical spa buildings.

Arrive in Tallinn. In the evening, savor a traditional medieval dinner in Tallinn and spend the night here.

Wake up early in Tallinn for a relaxed, full day exploring the city. Tallinn beautifully blends medieval tranquility with modern urban life. In summer, its medieval Old Town bustles with vibrancy, filled with shops, art galleries, souvenir markets, open-air cafes, and numerous restaurants.

We take you on a tour around the historic medieval city walls and into the Old Town, where you will see Toompea Castle, the Dome Church, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the Old Town Hall, and the medieval Great Guild Hall.

In the afternoon, enjoy a leisurely walk through Kadriorg Park and visit KUMU, Estonia's award-winning art museum showcasing both classic and contemporary works.

Today on our Scandinavian tour, check out of the hotel and journey to Lahemaa National Park. Visit Palmse Manor, commemorating the von Pahlen family, explore the 16th-century Sagadi Manor, and tour the Vodka Museum.

After lunch, head back to Tallinn to board the ferry to Helsinki (price does not include Tallinn-Helsinki OW ferry ticket (2nd class)). Enjoy the scenic journey cruising past Finnish archipelagos before reaching Helsinki.

Check in to the hotel and stay overnight in Helsinki.

Today on our Baltic tour, enjoy a full-day private exploration of Helsinki. Helsinki is a vibrant city perched between Western and Eastern cultures, a heritage reflected throughout this Finnish capital.

We will take you around the harbor and Senate Square with its Lutheran Cathedral, along Mannerheim Street to the Parliament House, Finlandia Hall, the Sibelius Monument, and a visit to the famous Church-in-the-Rock.

In the afternoon, explore the open-air museum on the island oasis of Seurasaari, followed by free time for shopping at your leisure.

No tour scheduled today. We arrange private airport transfer to Helsinki Airport according to your departure flight, bringing a memorable close to this 10-day private Scandinavia and Baltic journey.