Warsaw & The Baltic States - Small Group
Warsaw & The Baltic States - Small Group
$3025
Warsaw & The Baltic States - Small Group
8 Days Starting in Warsaw and ending in Tallinn (Estonia)
Visiting: Warsaw, Vilnius, Trakai, Šiauliai, Riga, Tallinn
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Guide Type:
Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Set out on an all-encompassing adventure of the Baltic capitals—journeying from Warsaw to Riga and on to Tallinn. Join a Local Expert in the Polish capital for an insider’s take on the city’s sights before hopping the Lithuanian border to Vilnius. After exploring the Old Town and the Gates of Dawn, the Gothic Trakai Castle beckons—an island fortress and architectural masterpiece on Lake Galve, that can only be accessed by wooden footbridge. Get to grips with Latvia as you barter with local stallholders at Riga’s Central Market—located in the massive aircraft hangers that once housed Zeppelins. Across the border in Tallinn, take your pick with the Insight Choice of a town hall square walking tour or a stroll through the Old Town to discover Estonian artisans.
Choice Highlights
- Choose between two carefully selected activities
- Tallinn: Walk through the fairytale Old Town with your Local Expert and hear about Estonian arts and crafts.
- Tallinn: Join your Local Expert for a scenic walking tour of the city with panoramic views and a visit to the Town Hall Square.
Top Rated Highlights
- Warsaw: Your Local Expert will show you the city's highlights. See the Old Town, Palace of Culture and visit the Chopin Memorial in the Lazienki Park before paying your respects at the Ghetto Heroes Memorial.
- Vilnius: See the Baroque Church of St. Peter and St. Paul, the neoclassical cathedral and the pretty Old Town.
- Vilnius: Visit the church of St Peter and St Paul and see the cathedral.
- Vilnius: Led by your Local Expert, explore the Old Town to see the Jesuit University and the Gates of Dawn.
- Trakai: Take in the idyllic lake setting as you cross the wooden footbridge to the red-brick Gothic castle.
- Šiauliai: Visit the unusual Votive Hill of Crosses.
- Riga: Sightseeing of Riga's Old Town with a Local Expert includes a visit to the Domkirk and seeing the city walls, the House of the Three Brothers and the castle of the Livonian Knights.
- Tallinn: Walk through the fairytale Old Town with your Local Expert and hear about Estonian arts and crafts.
- Tallinn: Join your Local Expert for a scenic walking tour of the city with panoramic views and a visit to the Town Hall Square.
Make Travel Matter
Warsaw: Visit the University Botanic Gardens with a biologist. The garden's main function is the protection of biological diversity and the conservation of endangered Polish wild species. This experience advances United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land.
Authentic Dining
Warsaw: Your dinner is at Restaurant Zapiecek, an authentic local restaurant full of Polish charm and serving delicious traditional meals accompanied with wine.
Vilnius: Your Travel Director offers you a varied selection of charming restaurants on your Dine-Around Evening, a culinary experience not to be missed.
Riga: Wander through the maze of stalls in the Central Market and sample local delicacies.
Tallinn: Enjoy an authentic meal in a local restaurant surrounded by your newfound friends at your dinner in Tallinn.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Warsaw
Location: Warsaw
Accommodation: The Westin Warsaw.
Accommodation Name: The Westin Warsaw
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to Warsaw! Relax and settle in before joining your Travel Director for dinner at an authentic local restaurant full of Polish charm that serves delicious traditional meals, accompanied by wine.
Day 2: Exploring The Proud Polish Capital Of Warsaw
Location: Warsaw
Accommodation: The Westin Warsaw.
Accommodation Name: The Westin Warsaw
Meals Included: Breakfast
A Local Expert will show you how well the Polish capital was restored after almost complete obliteration during World War II. This incredible restoration can be credited to the amazing detail of Canaletto's paintings! Pass the tiered Palace of Culture and stroll through Łazienki Park to the Chopin Memorial. Take a moment to reflect at the Monument to Ghetto Heroes, built in 1948 to commemorate the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising of 1943. Then walk to the Market Square in the Old Town. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as you visit the University Botanic Gardens with a biologist. The garden's main function is the protection of biological diversity and the conservation of endangered Polish wild species. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure. Don't miss the chance to visit Wilanow Palace, the residence of Polish King Sobieski, known as Victor of Vienna, or perhaps attend an exclusive private recital of Chopin music by a celebrated Polish pianist?
Day 3: Vilnius, Venerable Capital Of Lithuania
Location: Warsaw, Vilnius
Accommodation: Radisson Collection Astorija Hotel, Vilnius.
Accommodation Name: Radisson Blu Hotel Lietuva, Vilnius.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Pass Augustów and Suwalki during your scenic journey through Masuria, a region rich in lakes and vast forests. Cross into Lithuania and continue to the capital city of Vilnius.
Day 4: Vilnius And The Castle Of Trakai
Location: Vilnius, Trakai, Vilnius
Accommodation: Radisson Collection Astorija Hotel, Vilnius.
Accommodation Name: Radisson Blu Hotel Lietuva, Vilnius.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
See the Baroque Church of St. Peter and St. Paul, the neoclassical cathedral and the charming Old Town. Walk along the streets of bohemian Užupis, a Vilnius neighbourhood that proclaimed itself a republic in 2002. Your Local Expert introduces you to its quirky history and artistic flair. A highlight of your travels will be a visit to the fortified island castle of Trakai. Originally built in the 15th century and now restored to all its glory, this red-brick castle is located on an island in Lake Galvė. Choose from a hand-picked selection of local restaurants for your Dine-Around evening.
Day 5: The Votive Hill Of Crosses And The Art Nouveau Nirvana Of Riga
Location: Vilnius, Šiauliai, Riga
Accommodation: Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel, Riga.
Accommodation Name: Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel, Riga.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Head north to visit the unusual Votive Hill of Crosses near Siauliai, the symbol of resistance against the Soviet occupation. Tonight, our hotel is set in the most ideal location of the city, overlooking Riga's Vērmane Garden and just a short stroll from the UNESCO World heritage Site of the city's Old Town.
Day 6: Riga Sightseeing And Onto Tallinn
Location: Riga, Tallinn
Accommodation: Swissotel Tallinn.
Accommodation Name: Swissotel Tallinn.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Explore Riga's Old Town with your Local Expert, including a visit to the old aircraft hangars that now house the Riga Central Market, one of the largest in Eastern Europe. Enjoy the vibrant colours and flavours when sampling some of the local delicacies as you wander through the maze of stalls. Your travels continue along the shores of the Gulf of Riga and across the Estonian border to reach Tallinn. Hailed by travel aficionados as the new Prague, Tallinn is a lively city, where history and modern culture merge. From its brightly coloured architecture to its quirky art scenes, Tallinn is made for the curious and creative.
Day 7: Surrender To The Magic Of Tallinn Relaxed Start
Location: Tallinn
Accommodation: Swissotel Tallinn.
Accommodation Name: Swissotel Tallinn.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Explore Tallinn with Insight Choice. Choose to embark on a panoramic walking tour leading to the Town Hall Square. Alternatively, stroll the fairy-tale Old Town and hear about Estonian artisans. Enjoy free time to browse Tallinn’s shops, famous for fine amber and silver jewellery. Join your travelling companions at a local restaurant for your dinner. Toast to your trip, as you savour a freshly prepared meal, rich with traditional flavours and accompanied with wine.
Day 8: Depart Tallinn
Location: Tallinn
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your trip comes to an end after breakfast.
What's Included
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Meals
The tour includes 3 dinners and 7 breakfasts.
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Local Expert Tours
Guided tours with Local Experts in various cities, including Tallinn, Warsaw, Vilnius, and Riga.
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Hotel and Restaurant Tips
Tips at hotels and restaurants are included, along with all taxes and porterage charges.
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Luggage Handling
Luggage is carried and delivered to your hotel door.
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Wi-Fi
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available on the coach and in hotels where available.
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Transfers
Transfers are available at scheduled times if arrival and departure flights match the itinerary start and end dates.
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Luxury Coach
Travel in a luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom.
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Hand Sanitizer
Hand sanitizer is freely available on board the coach.
What's Not Included
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Flights
Flights to and from the tour start and end locations are not included.
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Optional Activities
Optional activities such as visiting Wilanow Palace or attending a Chopin recital are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach, featuring double the standard legroom, onboard washroom, and complimentary Wi-Fi, ensuring a comfortable journey across Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia.
Accommodation
Stay in comfort at The Westin Warsaw, Radisson Blu Hotel Lietuva in Vilnius, Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel in Riga, and Swissotel Tallinn, offering luxurious amenities and prime locations in each city.
Dining Summary
3 Dinner (D)7 Breakfast (B)
Additional Included Highlights
Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
Insight Experiences
Vilnius: Visit Užupis, a quirky neighbourhood of Vilnius. Learn how a small community of artists created this self-proclaimed republic in order to revitalize post-communist Vilnius.
Well-being
Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of dining experiences can I expect on this tour?
You will enjoy a variety of dining experiences, including a dinner at Restaurant Zapiecek in Warsaw, which offers traditional Polish meals with wine. In Vilnius, you will have a Dine-Around evening with a selection of local restaurants. In Tallinn, you will have dinner at a local restaurant with traditional flavors and wine.
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Are there any unique cultural experiences included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes several unique cultural experiences such as visiting the University Botanic Gardens in Warsaw with a biologist, exploring the quirky neighborhood of Užupis in Vilnius, and visiting the Votive Hill of Crosses near Šiauliai, a symbol of resistance against Soviet occupation.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides transportation in a luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and an onboard washroom. The coaches are sanitized before the start of the tour and maintained to high standards, with physical distancing measures implemented.
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Will there be any guided tours during the trip?
Yes, there will be guided tours with Local Experts in various locations, including a walking tour of Tallinn's Old Town, a sightseeing tour of Riga's Old Town, and a tour of Warsaw's highlights including the Old Town and the Chopin Memorial.
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Is there any free time during the tour for personal exploration?
Yes, there is free time allocated during the tour for personal exploration. For example, on Day 2 in Warsaw, you have the rest of the day at leisure to explore or visit additional sites like Wilanow Palace.
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Are airport transfers included in the tour package?
Airport transfers are available at scheduled times if your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates. If your flights are outside these times, or if you have booked additional nights of accommodation, you may purchase transfers or make your own arrangements.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a tour, including experiences such as missed meals or sightseeing.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1978.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Insight Vacations is a founding member of the TreadRight Foundation, a joint initiative created by the brands within The Travel Corporation (TTC) almost 15 years ago to ensure our impact through tourism is positive. Our ethos to #MakeTravelMatter guides our decision-making at every level of our business.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
You have two options as a solo traveller. Either choose to be matched with a same sex partner for a room share - at no extra cost. Or choose a room of your own with a reduced or even free private room upgrade on select tours.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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