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A GLIMPSE OF THE BALTICS TOUR

7 DAYS

2006

Vilnius – Riga -Tallinn

By Private Coach

GUARANTEED DEPARTURES

FRIDAYS

Vilnius Lithuania2006
Jun 09, 16, 23, 30
Jul  07, 14, 21, 28
Aug 04, 11, 18, 25
Sep 15
Oct 
13
Nov 10
Dec 01, 22
 

TOUR DESCRIPTION:
Visit the three independent Baltic Republics of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania on this short escorted motor coach tour.  Emphasis is on the capitals.

FRI   VILNIUS
Arrival transfer with private driver and guide. Check-in at the hotel. At 7:00 p.m. welcome drink at the hotel where you will be greeted by tour guide or representative. Overnight at Europa Royale Hotel Vilnius or similar.

SATURDAY   VILNIUS
After breakfast, a morning city tour of Vilnius, capital of Lithuania for more than 600 years. The tour includes: St.Peter and Paul's Church, Cathedral Square, St. Ann and Bernardines` Church, the Gates of Dawn with a holy image of the Virgin Mary, Russian Orthodox Church of the Holy Spirit, Town Hall Square and Vilnius University (founded in 1579) with St.John`s Church. Afternoon and evening free.

Riga1.jpg (17347 bytes)SUNDAY    VILNIUS - TRAKAI - RIGA
Morning departure by coach to Riga, the capital of Latvia. Visit to Trakai and its 14th century castle erected on a small island in Lake Galve. Later, a short stop to visit  Rundale Palace of the 18th century, a beautiful late baroque palace in Latvia. It is a splendid example of the early work of famous Italian architect F.B.Rastrelli. Arrival in Riga, check-in at the hotel. Overnight at Europa Royale Riga Hotel or similar in Riga.

MONDAY    RIGA
After breakfast, a city tour of Riga visiting Riga Castle, St. Peter's Church, Dome Cathedral and the Old Guild Houses. Afternoon and evening free.Overnight at Europa Royale Riga Hotel or similar in Riga.

TUESDAY    RIGA - PARNU - TALLINN
After breakfast, depart for Tallinn with a stop in Parnu-Estonia's summer capital. This little town has been known as a health resort since the first spa opened here in the 1830s.  Continue on toTallinn and check-in at the hotel. Overnight at Meriton Grand Hotel or similar in Tallinn.

WEDNESDAY  TALLINN
A morning city tour of Tallinn, visiting the Old Town of Tallinn - an example of Gothic architecture in the Baltic and Nordic countries. The tour includes Toompea Castle fortifications, the Dome Church (13th century), the Russian Orthodox Cathedral of Alexander Nevskij (19th century), Town Hall Square (15th century), the Old Guild, St.Olaf's Church. Afternoon free.   Overnight at Meriton Grand Hotel or similar.

THURSDAY    TALLINN
The tour ends after breakfast with a private transfer to the airport.

FROM:
$985  per person double
$360  single supplement

INCLUDES:
- 6 nights at First Class Hotels
- Daily Breakfast
- 1 Welcome drink
- Transportation by air conditioned coach    
- Private transfer on arrival & departure
- Sightseeing per itinerary
- Tax and Service Charges
- Individual information package (city guides and program)

(PLEASE INQUIRE FOR AIRFARES FROM USA)

 

TOUR ITINERARY SUBJECT TO CHANGE BASED ON OPERATIONAL NEEDS

PLEASE NOTE: This tour is organized and operated by our Associate Office in Vilnius. Due to the nature of this tour organization, some attendees and tour escorts may leave at transit points and tour departures are bi-lingual tours escorted in English plus other language. We hope this does not create any distraction and is understood it is a means to offer as much variety to the customers as possible.

(LTX 090105)

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