Accommodation

10 nights in 3-4 star hotels 10 breakfasts and 1 dinner at Grasi Manor (optional hotel dinner supplement available - 9 x 3-course dinner with coffee/tea)

Guide

Escorted by a bi-lingual English and German speaking) tour leader, with English speaking guides for city tours

Transport

One arrival transfer on Day 1 and one departure transfer on Day 11 included per booking All relevant transportation in private modern vehicles

Others

Sightseeing tours of Riga, Tallinn, Daugavpils and Vilnius Entrance to Great Guild Hall in Tallinn, Stameriena Palace, Talava cider brewery (in 2024) / Cesvaine beer brewery (in 2025), Aglona Basilica, ceramics show-room in Preili, Mark Rothko Art Centre in Daugavpils, Peter and Paul Church in Vilnius (in 2024) Welcome meeting with a champagne-cocktail or juice Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go. Minimum group size 2 - maximum 21 (in 2024), 26 (in 2025). For optional excursions the maximum group size is 36.

Meals

10 breakfasts and 1 dinner at Grasi Manor (optional hotel dinner supplement available - 9 x 3-course dinner with coffee/tea)

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Flights

International flights are not included

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

Others

International flights and visas Tipping - an entirely personal gesture

Insurance

Travel Insurance is not included

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Day 1 Day 1: Riga
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Riga

Welcome to Latvia and the capital Riga. Upon arrival at Riga airport you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel in the heart of the city. The rest of the day is at leisure. A welcome meeting will be held this evening, in the hotel lobby, at around 7pm.
Day 2 Day 2: Riga City Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Riga City Tour

Today we explore Riga, the largest of the Baltic capitals it boasts a fantastic array of architectural styles and practices. Riga’s foundation dates back to 1201 when the German bishop Albert arrived. On our walking tour of the Old Town this morning we’ll see Riga Castle, the Dome Cathedral, St. Peter’s Church and the Swedish Gates along with other fascinating parts of the city which demonstrate its rich history. This afternoon is free for you to further explore Riga independently or join an optional excursion to the Ethnographical Open Air Museum, a spacious exposition of 18th century country life.
Day 3 Day 3: Parnu & Tallinn
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Parnu & Tallinn

Riga - Parnu - Tallinn (Estonia). Departing Riga we travel along the coastal highway and across the border to the pretty Estonian summer resort of Parnu. We have a short tour of the resort before continuing our journey through the North Estonian land of forests to Tallinn, arriving early afternoon. Spend the rest of the day at leisure in Estonia’s enchanting capital.
Day 4 Day 4: Tallinn Old Town Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Tallinn Old Town Tour

The capital city of Estonia is an alluring combination of the old and the new. Its fairytale-like Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with beautiful medieval architecture, cobbled streets and a wonderful array of shops, galleries and cafes. Our sightseeing tour today starts by exploring the old city walls before we head into the heart of the Old Town where we see Toompea Castle, the Dome Church, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the medieval Old Town Hall and the Great Guild Hall. This afternoon is free for you to further explore Tallinn independently or to join an optional visit to Kadriorg Park and the newly built KUMU. This evening there’s the opportunity to join an optional medieval dinner.
Day 5 Day 5: Optional Lahemaa National Park
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Optional Lahemaa National Park

Enjoy a free day in Tallinn or take an optional excursion to Lahemaa National Park. Located just 70km from the Estonia capital this national park encompasses 475 sq km of stunning pine forest, lakes and cultural attractions. On the excursion visit Palmse Manor, a beautiful baroque mansion which dates back over 300 years with a fascinating history, a memorial to the von Pahlen family and Sagadi Manor. The tour ends with a visit to the charming 16th century Vihula Manor and the Vodka Museum.
Day 6 Day 6: Tartu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Tartu

Tallinn - Tartu. Bidding farwell to Tallinn we travel on to Tartu this morning, a university town which holds great significance in Estonian history. Here we see the charming Old Town as well as the university which was founded in 1632. In 2024 there’s an optional tour of the Estonia National Museum in the afternoon, which is dedicated to Estonian cultural history and everyday life, from the Ice Age to present day. In 2025, spend the afternoon at leisure.
Day 7 Day 7: Grasi Manor
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Grasi Manor

Tartu - Grasi (Latvia). Heading south from Tartu we cross the border into Latvia and visit Stameriena, the pearl of European romanticism having close links with Italian writer Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa. Next stop today is a Talava cider brewery in Gulbene where we can sample their produce. Then we travel on to Grasi Manor, a picturesque classicism style estate where we spend the night. This evening we enjoy dinner at Grasi Manor. 2025 itinerary change: Departing from Tartu, we head south into Latvia and our first stop is in Aluksne. From there soon we reach Stameriena - the pearl of European romanticism having close links with Italian writer Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa. After the visit, we continue to Cesvaine where we visit the small, private Cesvaine beer brewery and are invited to test the produce. Later in the afternoon we arrive to Grasi Manor, a picturesque classicism style estate in the middle of Latvia. This evening we enjoy dinner at Grasi Manor.
Day 8 Day 8: Aglona & Daugavpils
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Aglona & Daugavpils

Grasi - Daugavpils. Departing Grasi we travel on to Aglona this morning to visit the baroque Aglona Basilica and a ceramics workshop. Then we continue our journey to Latvia’s second largest city, Daugavpils. Here we enjoy a tour of the historical city centre, visit the 19th century Daugavpils Fortress and the Mark Rothko Art Centre where we can see original masterpieces of the famous founder of abstract expressionism. This evening we stay at the lovely Sventes Manor just outside the city.
Day 9 Day 9: Aukstatija National Park & Paluse
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Aukstatija National Park & Paluse

Daugavpils - Vilnius (Lithuania). We travel south across the border into Lithuania, our second Baltic country today. Around midday we arrive at picturesque Aukstatija National Park with its many lakes, rivulets and streams scattered between forests and hills. Here we enjoy a leisurely walk and visit the pretty lakeside town of Paluse, famous for its wooden church. Late afternoon we continue our journey to Vilnius, Lithuania’s capital.
Day 10 Day 10: Vilnius
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Vilnius

Known for its medieval architecture and home to over 1,200 buildings and 48 churches that date back to this period, Vilnius is a beautiful capital and one that’s bursting with fascinating history. This morning we enjoy a walking tour of the Old Town, where we see Vilnius Cathedral, Gediminas Tower, the Peter and Paul Church, St Anne’s Church, the Old University and the Gates of Dawn. This afternoon there’s a optional tour of The Palace of Grand Dukes of Lithuania where you will learn about the fortifications and the collection of armaments of the castle and palace.
Day 11 Day 11: Vilnius
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Vilnius

Our tour ends today with a transfer to Vilnius airport.

11 days tour

Best Of The Baltics - 11 Days

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Itinerary of your trip Best Of The Baltics - 11 Days

Day 1: Riga

Day 2: Riga City Tour

Day 3: Parnu & Tallinn

Day 4: Tallinn Old Town Tour

Day 5: Optional Lahemaa National Park

Day 6: Tartu

Day 7: Grasi Manor

Day 8: Aglona & Daugavpils

Day 9: Aukstatija National Park & Paluse

Day 10: Vilnius

Day 11: Vilnius

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