The Best Of Eastern Europe; From Helsinki To Warsaw

Summer is the most recommended season for this adventure, during the months of June and August.

Summer is a very warm season with long days and 25°C, while winter can be really cold and rainy, reaching -5°C. Autumn, from September to November and Spring, from March to May, are very comfortable seasons with fresh weather.

The experience begins in Helsinki, the capital of Finland. You must get to the hotel by your own and meet with the tour leader.

Currently no vaccination is required to enter Finland, but it is recommended to consult with your local doctor as well as official information before your trip.

It is always important to have travel insurance. Any situation first is to notify your guide; depending on the case, the necessary assistance will be given.

The currencies used during the trip are the Euro (€) and the Polish Zloty (PLN, Złoty). We recommend that you change into your local currency before arriving in the country. It is also possible to bring USD and change upon arrival in the country. Some commercial establishments can accept international credit and debit cards, nevertheless, it is recommended to have some cash on hand.

International flights, travel insurance, meals not mentioned in the itinerary, drinks, tips, other personal expenses. We recommend that you bring about $800 USD for general expenses.

You can enjoy the experience by your own or in groups of maximum 06 people.

Depending on the day, once the scheduled activities are over, you will generally be able to enjoy free time to relax and take pictures. This time will be announced by the guide at the beginning of your experience.

During the days off they can optionally take different activities or perform visits to cultural sites and museums. In Warsaw: visit to the Museum of the Warsaw Uprising, National Museum, Multimedia Fountain Park, Palace of Culture and Science. In Helsinki: Meet the Ateneum Art Museum, Esplanade Park, Helsinki Cathedral and more. Consult your guide for more information on the sites you can visit. Activities and visits during free time are not included.

This experience includes 09 continental breakfasts which will be taken in the hotels provided, 01 lunch, and 04 dinners in restaurants.

Meal options can be found from $15 USD. We recommend bringing a total of approximately $250 USD for the entire experience.

This experience includes planned accommodation: Helsinki: Radisson Blu Seaside Hotel (04 stars) or similar - Doble shared room. Tallinn: Hotel Metropol (03 stars) or similar - Doble shared room. Riga: Hestia Hotel Jugend (03 stars) or similar – Doble shared room, Vilnius: Green Park Hotel (03 stars) or similar – Doble shared room. Minsk: Hotel Belarus (03 stars) or similar – Doble shared room. Brest: Hotel Bug (03 stars) or similar – Doble shared room. Warsaw: Radisson Blue Sobieski (04 stars) or similar – Doble shared room. NOTE: The hotels are subject to change without previous notice at your arrival to the destination, you can ask for more information or confirmation through the Chat directly to your guide 1 week before your arrival.

Of course, you can travel alone and share a doble room with another passenger of the same gender. You can also add an optional supplement for a private simple room.

The minimum age is 10 years old. Minors must always be accompanied by an adult (will share de room). Prices is the same for each pax with 10 years or more.

For this experience, the departure is in Helsinki and the return is in Warsaw. If you wish to take additional nights in these cities, consult the best options with your guide through the traveler chat within your session.

Wifi is available in all hotels but not on the bus. For Internet and Phone coverage, please check with your local company. If you wish you can purchase a local SIM card to keep in touch.

Yes, it is possible in the planned hotels and the buses have USB charge points on board.

The common voltage in Eastern Europe is 220V with frequency of 50 Hz. The plug can have two round pins. The official outlets are type E and F.

On the first day of adventure, you have to check in at the Radisson Blu Seaside Hotel of Helsinki from 14:00 to 17:00 hr.

The last day of your experience is exclusive to your departure. You can head home after breakfast at 9:00 hr.

No specific physical condition is required, there are no physical demands for this experience.

Eastern Europe requires a complete travel insurance that covers any eventuality such as delayed or cancelled flights, as well as it is suggested to have a major medical expenses insurance for any kind of emergency.

Light clothing, walking or running shoes for the orientation walks and sunscreen.

You can take with you a piece of luggage that does not weigh more than 15 kg, and a small bag as hand luggage. It is important to remember that you will have to carry your own luggage (for example, in hotels to your room if they do not have elevators).

It is necessary to check directly with your country's embassy to confirm if there are any visa requirements. This will depend on your nationality. It is also important that the passport has at least six months validity from the return of the trip. For travelers holding a Mexican passport, a visa is NOT required to enter Finland. For travelers with Colombian passports, it is NOT necessary to have a visa to enter Finland. In the following link it is possible to consult if you require a visa to enter Finland: https://migri.fi/en/visiting-finland

No, this experience does not include international and/or local flights. But an approximate rate, departing from Mexico is between $14,683 MXN and departing from Bogota is $850 USD. NOTE: The rates presented above are merely indicative, the price may vary according to the time.