Baltic Gems

Engaging Discoveries for our World Travelers

• Delight in the flexibility and intimacy of touring with your own private guide. Pursue your passions with our signature flexible sightseeing in each city... Historic city sites or a countryside excursion. Delight in Baltic landscapes, traveling leisurely with your own car and driver. 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites#WHS# This trip is available with professional, bi-lingual guides fluent in their own local dialect plus a variety of other languages like Spanish, Italian, Chinese and many others.

HOTEL INFORMATION:

Day 1 - Welcome to Vilnius
Check in to your choice of city-center hotel, the inviting Novotel or the deluxe Radisson SAS Astorija, a turn-of-the-century gem in the heart of Old Town.

Day 2 - Tailor your stay in Vilnius#WHS#
Customize your vacation and pursue your own personal interests with the included Privately Guided excursion of your choice.

City Tour: With your own personal guide leading the way, explore the history and architecture of this lovely city, which marked its 1,000th Anniversary in 2009! Your tour through Old Town includes Town Hall Square, the Cathedral and the Church of St. Peter and St. Paul.
Trakai Castle: Journey into the picturesque, lake-dotted countryside surrounding Vilnius to the ancient town of Trakai to visit the eponymous Trakai Castle. Begun in the 14th century on the shores of Lake Galve, the Castle is an excellent example of northern Gothic architecture. The Duke’s Palace, surrounded by thick defensive walls is especially impressive.

Meals B

Day 3 - By chauffeured car to Riga
Traveling comfortably with your personal car and driver, you’ll journey through the scenic countryside into Latvia to the handsome capital city of Riga. Check in to the hotel of your choice, the stylish Reval Elizabeta or the distinguished Grand Palace Hotel. Meals B

Day 4 - Tailor your stay in Riga#WHS#
Customize your stay in Riga with the included, privately-guided sightseeing tour of your choice:

City Tour: Explore Riga’s splendidly preserved architecture, much from the 17th and 18th centuries, including merchant homes, guild halls and churches. See the Riga Cathedral and ‘The Three Brothers.’ Dating to the 15th century, these three adjacent houses are the oldest stone buildings in Riga, and they present an excellent example of medieval architecture in northern Europe. Then browse the lively Central Market, housed in vintage World War I zeppelin hangars!
The Latvian Ethnographic Museum: Immerse in Latvian history, culture and traditions at this unique open air museum. See traditional architecture, learn about the country’s rich heritage of arts and crafts, and sample fine Latvian food and drink.
Jurmala: Journey outside of the capital to the town of Jurmala. This former playground of the Soviet elite and high-level Party officials is filled with romantic Art Nouveau homes and picturesque beaches.

Day 5 - To Tallinn by private car
Today’s journey with your private car and driver brings you to the capital of Estonia. Arrive here in Tallinn and check in to the first class Hotel Sokos Viru or the deluxe Radisson SAS. Meals B

Day 6 - Tailor your stay in Tallinn#WHS#
Join your private guide for the sightseeing tour of your choice:

City Tour: Discover Tallinn’s many facets, where architecture and life reflect a rich heritage of German, Russian and Scandinavian influences. Your in-depth privately guided tour takes you through both the Old and Upper Towns, including Kadriog Palace and the 15th century Niguliste Church.
Estonian Open Air Museum: This unusual and delightful museum is a collection of 12 farms, a church, tavern, schoolhouse and mills. It’s a fun and enriching way to experience traditional Baltic life, including skillful demonstrations of beautiful Estonian crafts.

Meals B

Day 7 - Farewell to Tallinn
Our tour program ends this morning after breakfast. Meals B

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Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
1/1/2011 - 4/30/2011	$2,099
1/1/2011 - 4/30/2011	$1,899
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Engaging Discoveries for our World Travelers

• Delight in the flexibility and intimacy of touring with your own private guide. Pursue your passions with our signature flexible sightseeing in each city... Historic city sites or a countryside excursion. Delight in Baltic landscapes, traveling leisurely with your own car and driver. 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites#WHS# This trip is available with professional, bi-lingual guides fluent in their own local dialect plus a variety of other languages like Spanish, Italian, Chinese and many others.

World Traveler 2% Cash Discount

Save More. Get Closer. Family and Friends

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