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Discover five countries on this epic journey from Poland to Finland, travelling through the Baltic states of Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia.
- Return flights from Heathrow with British Airways
- 10 nights half-board in 4-star hotels
- 20 meals: 10 breakfasts, 10 dinners
- All excursions included
- Travelsphere Tour Manager and Local Guide
- Overseas transfers and other transportation
- Porterage
- Audio Guide
- Guided tour of Polish capital Warsaw
- Spa town of Druskininkai and Grutas Park's Sculptures
- Tour of Vilnius, Lithuania's historical capital
- Trakai Castle and its art museum
- Visit Kaunas and explore its Old Town
- Discover the Hill of Crosses and Rundale Palace
- Visit Riga and the Open Air Museum
- Turaida Castle and the town of Sigulda
- Tour of Tallinn and Kadriorg Palace
- Visit Helsinki and discover its historical centre
- Visit the medieval riverside town of Porvoo
Day 1: UK - Warsaw
You'll depart on your scheduled flight to the Polish capital, Warsaw today. A two-night stay gives you plenty of time to explore.
Day 2: Warsaw
You'll discover the best of Warsaw as your Tour Manager and Local Guide point out all the highlights on today's tour. There's Castle Square, which fronts the Royal Castle, Sigismund's Column – the city's most famous landmark – and St John's Cathedral.
Day 3: Vilnius
Today's journey by road takes us to Vilnius in Lithuania. On the way we'll stop off to explore the spa town of Druskininkai, which boasts many mineral springs and mud baths.
Day 4: Kaunas
After breakfast it's time to discover Vilnius with a guided tour of its UNESCO-listed Old Town, one of the largest surviving medieval towns in Europe. You'll see St Anna's Church, St Peter's and Paul's Church, the cathedral and the Gate of Dawn.
Day 5: Riga
Left unscathed by the Second World War, Kaunas boasts many ancient architectural monuments, particularly in the Old Town. This is where you'll head this morning to discover highlights including its Town Hall, the 13th century castle and the Church of St Francis Xavier.
Day 6: Riga
Get out and about in Riga today in the company of your Local Guide. Your sightseeing will include the Dome Cathedral, Riga Castle and St Peter's Cathedral. Here, we'll take the lift up to the viewing platform to see the city from a different angle.
Day 7: Tallinn
The next leg of your journey takes you into Estonia, where you'll stay in Tallinn for two nights. Our drive here gives us the chance to enjoy further sightseeing, firstly with a stop at the reconstructed medieval Turaida Castle.
Day 8: Tallinn
Tallinn is yours to explore today on a tour which will introduce you to districts dating back to the Middle Ages. Together we'll walk along narrow streets lined by Gothic-style merchants' houses to discover Toompea Castle, Town Hall Square and the Russian orthodox Alexander Nevskij Cathedral.
Day 9: Helsinki
Enjoy some time to yourself this morning before we take the ferry to Helsinki, a seaside city and Finland's capital. We’ll stay here for the next two nights.
Day 10: Helsinki
We're going to get to know Helsinki today, with a full day of exploration. After you've enjoyed breakfast, join your Tour Manager on a stroll around its historical centre. Notable sights include Senate Square, the Presidential Palace, the Parliament building and Finlandia Hall, home to the Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra.
Day 11: Helsinki - UK
You'll head to the airport today for your flight back to the UK.
Days 1-2: Novotel Warzawa Centrum
The 4-star Novotel Centrum is located in central Warsaw, offering panoramic views of the city.
Day 3: Holiday Inn Vilnius
Holiday Inn Vilnius is a light and comfortable 4 star Hotel in the heart of Vilnius' postcard-pretty Old Town. Bursting with a heady mix of European architechture, vibrant markets and the Vilnius Cathedral, making it a great place to explore.
Day 4: Europa Royal Kaunas Hotel
Europa Royal Kaunas is a 4 star Hotel located in the heart of Kaunas close to its attractions.
Days 5-6: Radisson Blu Ridzene Riga
The 4-star Radisson BLU Ridzene is located in the centre of Riga, affording easy access to the city's many attractions.
Days 7-8: Hotel Euroopa
The 4-star Hotel Euroopa is centrally located by Tallin Bay.
Days 9-10: Cumulus City Meilahti
Please note, prices listed are guide prices only and are based on 2 people sharing and don't include any additional supplements. Holiday prices are fluid and dynamic and may be changed at a moment's notice, prior to booking, at which point they are confirmed. Please call the team free on 0800 707 6229 for more departure dates available and a quote.
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