Baltic Explorer - Overland Trip
2 weeks: Vilnius to Moscow (IMT-UTBX)
Intro
A fantastic opportunity to visit the Baltic’s intoxicating highlights of Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia as well as Russia. We will explore enchanting medieval towns, atmospheric cities, beautiful scenery and the fabulous walking trails which this spectacular region has to offer.Group Size
Max 15Activities
Extensive walking in townsAccommodation
13 nights tourist class hotels, 1 nights sleeper trainTransport
Local and private transport - trains, busesAirport Transfer
To hotel day 1Fully Escorted
By Imaginative Traveller tour leader days 2-15Meals
As per itinerary. B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-DinnerEntrance Fees
Included for all sites listed as part of the itineraryItineraries
Day 1,VILNIUSArrive and transfer to the hotel.
Day 2,VILNIUSAfter breakfast we have a walking tour of the delightful old town with its winding streets, narrow alleys and many old churches. The city boasts the largest old quarter in Europe which was constructed over many centuries and as a result is a unique hotchpotch of architectural styles. Rather bizarrely you can also find a statue of the American rock musician Frank Zappa. (B)
Day 3,KLAIPEDAToday we take a train to Klaipeda, our base for visiting the Curonian Spit. (B)
Day 4,KLAIPEDAToday we have a guided tour of Curonian Spit, an enormous peninsula dominated by impressive sand dunes and forests, split between Russia and Lithuania and recognised by UNESCO as an area of outstanding natural beauty. (B)
Day 5,RIGATravel by bus to Riga in Latvia. (B)
Day 6,RIGAWe have a morning walking tour of Latvia’s cosmopolitan capital city, with the afternoon free to explore further. There is plenty to occupy the eye, and it is easy to see why the old quarter has been recognised as a World Heritage site with a stunning collection of Art Nouveau architecture on offer. (B)
Day 7,SIGULDAA short bus ride takes us to Sigulda, situated at the edge of a beautiful forested valley with many hiking trails. We have nearly a full day to enjoy the area. (B)
Day 8,SIGULDA - TALLINNIn the mornig we have time to explore more in the nearby National Park. Transfer by bus to Tallinn. (B)
Day 9,TALLINNFree time to explore the impressive old city. Tonight we board the overnight train to St Petersburg. (B)
Day 10,ST PETERSBURGToday we have a guided tour of this awe inspiring city. Home to some of the most splendid architecture in the world it is awash with stunning buildings, exceptional museums and opulent palaces. Its numerous canals and waterways have led it to be known as the ‘Venice of the North’.
Day 11,ST. PETERSBURGA free day to explore St Petersburg. (B)
Day 12,ST. PETERSBURGFree day for further exploration in St. Petersburg before taking the overnight train to Moscow. (B)
Day 13,MOSCOWOn arrival we enjoy a tour of the city.
Day 14,MOSCOWFree day in Moscow to take in further highlights of this atmospheric city. Must see sights include the iconic Saint Basil’s Cathedral, synonymous with Moscow’s landscape. (B)
Day 15,MOSCOWTour ends after breakfast. (B)
Last updated: 14th September 2009
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