Riga, Tallinn, Helsinki & Karelia - 10 days

Riga, Tallinn, Helsinki & Karelia - 10 days

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Riga, Tallinn, Helsinki & Karelia - 10 days

10 Days Starting in Riga, Latvia and ending in Helsinki, Finland

Visiting: Riga, Parnu, Tallinn, Helsinki

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Tour code:

2661/RTHK

Specialist Group:

Family/Kids

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 36

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

5-

Tour operated in:

English , German
From: $1855 $1484 Operator discount: -$371 -20%

NB: Prices correct on 21-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating 10-day journey through the enchanting Baltic and Nordic regions with the "Riga, Tallinn, Helsinki & Karelia" tour. Begin your adventure in Riga, Latvia's vibrant capital, exploring its Art Nouveau District and Old Town. Marvel at the grandeur of Rundale Palace before crossing into Estonia to discover the medieval charm of Tallinn. A ferry ride takes you to Helsinki, where sleek design meets stunning architecture. In South Karelia, enjoy a scenic evening cruise on Lake Saimaa. This small group tour includes 9 nights in 4-star hotels, guided city tours, and a bilingual tour leader, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience. With optional excursions and leisure time, this tour offers a perfect blend of guided exploration and personal discovery.

Highlights

  • Riga - Explore the Art Nouveaux District and Old Town in Latvia's vibrant capital.

  • Rundale Palace - Marvel at the former summer residence of the Duke of Courland.

  • Tallinn - Discover the history and charm of this medieval city and its picturesque Old Town.

  • Helsinki - Visit the Lutheran Cathedral, Mannerheim Street, and the famous Church-in-the-Rock.

  • Lappeenranta - Enjoy a scenic night cruise on Lake Saimaa and explore the charming resort town.

  • Parnu - Tour the beautiful summer resort town along the coastal highway in Estonia.

  • Suomenlinna Fortress - Optional excursion to this 18th-century cultural gem set on an island.

Places You'll See

Itinerary

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Day 1: Riga

Location: Riga

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Upon arrival at Riga airport you'll be met and transferred to our hotel in the heart of Latvia's capital. The rest of the day is at free for you to independently explore. A welcome meeting will be held this evening, in the lobby, at approx. 7pm.

Day 2: Riga

Location: Riga

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning we explore Latvia's charming capital, Riga. Founded in 1201 by the German bishop Albert, it is the largest of the three Baltic capitals. On a walking tour of the city we take in some of the Old Town's beautiful architecture and multi-coloured buildings. Our first stop is Riga Castle which sits on the banks of the River Daugava. Next we'll see the Dome Cathedral and St Peters Church. Continuing on we'll explore the areas that are home to the Three Brothers as well as the Large and Small Guild buildings.





This afternoon is free for you to explore Riga independently. Alternatively you can join an optional excursion to Jurmala, a vibrant Latvian seaside resort, famed for it's sandy beaches and pretty wooden architecture.





This evening there is an optional organ concert at the Dome Cathedral.

Day 3: Riga

Location: Riga

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today offers free time to further explore Riga independently or join our optional excursions. In the morning you can discover medieval Latvia on an optional tour of stunning Gauja National Park and the town of Sigulda. We listen to the medieval Latvian legend of the Rose of Turaida and see the ruins of the Episcopal Castle and of the Castle of the Knights of the Sword before returning to Riga. The afternoon offers an optional visit to the Ethnographical Open-Air Museum, a spacious exposition of 18th century country life.

Day 4: Parnu

Location: Parnu

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Riga - Parnu - Tallinn (Estonia). We continue along the coastal highway this morning, crossing the border into Estonia and making our way to the beautiful summer resort town of Parnu. We enjoy a short tour of Parnu before making our way through the lush forests of Northern Estonia. Arriving into Tallinn this afternoon the rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 5: Tallinn

Location: Tallinn

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning we embark on a sightseeing tour of Tallinn, the third Baltic capital. This picturesque city offers a charming blend of medieval and modern. The beautiful Old Town is a friendly, bustling place during the summer months with locals and tourists sampling the many fantastic cafes, galleries and shops. The sightseeing tour takes us around the old medieval city walls and into the Old Town where we see Toompea Castle, Dome Church, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, medieval Old Town Hall and Great Guild Hall.





This afternoon is free to explore Tallinn independently or you may wish to join an optional excursion to Kadriorg Park and a visit to the KUMU, the award winning new Estonian art museum.





This evening there's an optional medieval dinner in the Old Town.

Day 6: Tallinn

Location: Tallinn

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Tallinn - Helsinki (Finland). This morning there's an optional day excursion to Lahemaa National Park, where we visit Palmse Manor, a memorial to the von Pahlen family, and Sagadi Manor. The tour ends with a visit to the charming 16th century Vihula Manor and the Vodka Museum. After a break for lunch we head back to Tallinn to take the ferry to Helsinki. Enjoy the scenery en route as we travel through the Finnish archipelago en route to Finland's seaside capital. Upon arrival we are transferred to our hotel.

Day 7: Helsinki

Location: Helsinki

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning we explore Helsinki, the green and lively Finnish capital. Our guided tour takes us around the harbours and Senate Square with its Lutheran Cathedral, we will also see the Parliament Building, the Finlandia Hall and the Sibelius Monument before visiting the famous Church-in-the-Rock.





In the afternoon there's an optional excursion to the 18th century Suomenlinna Fortress, a cultural gem set on an island.

Day 8: South Karelia

Location: Tallinn

Accommodation Name: Lappeenranta

Meals Included: Breakfast

Tallinn - Lappeenranta. This morning we board a train to Lappeenranta in South Karelia, arriving shortly after midday. Set on the shores of beautiful Lake Saimaa, Lappeenranta was an important Swedish fortress town in the 18th century. In the recent years, the picturesque town has become a popular resort. We explore Lappeenranta on a walking tour, taking in the historical Old Town, the port area, Lappeenranta fortress, wooden Orthodox Mary the Virgin Church and more.





Late afternoon we walk to the pier and embark on a 3 hour long evening cruise on Lake Saimaa and the Saimaa Canal. The ship has a restaurant, where you can enjoy drinks and snacks or a meal while enjoying spectacular views of the lake.

Day 9: Back To Helsinki

Location: Helsinki

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Lappeenranta - Helsinki. Today is free to spend at leisure exploring this resort town. Our hotel is located between the Old Town and the port area which are both easily accessed. Check out the small boutique shops in the Old Town and grab a Karelian lunch at one of the local restaurants or simply enjoy the atmosphere and the picturesque views at the port. In the late afternoon we transfer to the train station and travel by train back to Helsinki for our final night.

Day 10: Helsinki

Location: Helsinki

Meals Included: Breakfast

Our tour ends after breakfast today with an included transfer to Helsinki airport.

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    4 star hotels

  • 9 nights in 4 star hotels

    Enjoy a comfortable stay with 9 nights in 4-star hotels.

  • 9 breakfasts

    Start your day with 9 included breakfasts during the tour.

  • Sightseeing tours of Riga, Helsinki and Tallinn

    Experience guided sightseeing tours in the cities of Riga, Helsinki, and Tallinn.

  • Entrances to Medieval Great Guild Hall in Tallinn and Church-in-the-Rock in Helsinki

    Gain entrance to the Medieval Great Guild Hall in Tallinn and the Church-in-the-Rock in Helsinki.

  • Ferry ticket Tallinn-Helsinki (2nd class)

    Travel from Tallinn to Helsinki with a 2nd class ferry ticket.

  • Evening cruise on Lake Saimaa

    Enjoy a scenic evening cruise on Lake Saimaa.

  • Escorted by a bi-lingual tour leader

    The tour is escorted by a bi-lingual (English and German speaking) tour leader, with English speaking local guides for city tours and in Lappeenranta.

  • One arrival transfer on Day 1 and one departure transfer on Day 10

    Included are one arrival transfer on Day 1 and one departure transfer on Day 10 per booking.

  • All relevant transportation in private modern vehicles

    Travel in comfort with all relevant transportation provided in private modern vehicles.

  • Welcome meeting with a champagne-cocktail or juice

    Attend a welcome meeting with a complimentary champagne-cocktail or juice.

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What's Not Included

  • International flights and visas

    International flights and visas are not included in the tour package.

  • Tipping

    Tipping is not included and is an entirely personal gesture.

Age Policy

Children welcome on these tours. 5 years and up. Although if you have a big family and one of the children is 3 or 4, we can accept the booking.Children between 5-11 will pay 50% of the adult price.

Mode of Transport

Travel in style with all relevant transportation in private modern vehicles, including a scenic ferry ride from Tallinn to Helsinki. Enjoy a night cruise on Lake Saimaa and a train journey to Lappeenranta, ensuring a seamless and comfortable travel experience throughout the tour.

Accommodation

Enjoy 9 nights in comfortable 4-star hotels, providing a relaxing retreat after each day's exploration. These accommodations offer modern amenities and are conveniently located to enhance your travel experience across the vibrant cities of Riga, Tallinn, and Helsinki.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes 9 nights in 4-star hotels.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    The tour includes 9 breakfasts, and there is an optional hotel dinner supplement available for days 1 to 5, which includes 5 three-course dinners with coffee or tea.

  • Is there a tour guide provided during the trip?

    Yes, the tour is escorted by a bilingual (English and German speaking) tour leader, with English speaking local guides for city tours and in Lappeenranta.

  • What kind of transportation is used during the tour?

    All relevant transportation is provided in private modern vehicles, and there is a ferry ticket for the Tallinn-Helsinki route in 2nd class.

  • Are there any optional activities available during the tour?

    Yes, there are several optional excursions available, such as a visit to Jurmala, a tour of Gauja National Park and Sigulda, an organ concert at the Dome Cathedral, a visit to Kadriorg Park and KUMU in Tallinn, and an excursion to Lahemaa National Park.

  • Is there a welcome event at the start of the tour?

    Yes, there is a welcome meeting with a champagne-cocktail or juice on the first day of the tour.

  • What is the group size for this tour?

    The tour operates with a minimum group size of 2 and a maximum of 36 participants.

  • Are airport transfers included in the tour package?

    Yes, one arrival transfer on Day 1 and one departure transfer on Day 10 are included per booking.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1998

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

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Recently returned from Greece, a 5 day tour with OTG. Unfortunately, I had a negative experience on day 2 where I needed local support to get me out of a tricky situation. Thank you to Alexandra Z from Hetco Tours in Athens for helping me continue on with the trip, to the Hotel Zafolia staffing team and to Danielle and team here in the UK for supporting me with the aftermath. Your kindness will not be forgotten and I will pay it forward. I've now booked 3 trips with yourselves and will continue to go back. Thank you all. Honestly, I am SO grateful. Blessings to you all. Nicola

Calvin  

Wonderful experience

05-Jan-2023

Jamal is our tour guide. Right from the start, he created a group chat in whatsapp and if any issues to make sure we contact him. He was on the ball with every issue thrown at him. Luggage being left behind, stragglers wondered off in a different path, hotel room etc. He explains the various site along our route to give us a better understanding of the local cultures. We had a great time, thanks to Jamal.

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09-May-2024

I would give this tour group no stars if possible. The tour was not guaranteed but they did not inform me when I booked and they did not have enough people. Way after I booked they said I needed a doctors letter because I was over 70. Also way after booking I was informed I needed travel insurance. They knew my age when I booked. They would not refund my tour even though it was 4 months away.

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09-Aug-2023

I had used them once before and loved them. I decided to try them again for a Baltic tour not knowing that they put me on another Tour group- Baltic vision. Loved that tour but was not impressed they marked up the cost for me over 100%. I understand taking some for yourself because of paperwork, but over double the cost everyone else paid on the tour. Just double check before you book with them that you’re not over paying.

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