THE BALTIC ECONOMY TOUR
8 DAYS
Day 1 USA-Vilnius
Depart US for your overnight flight to Vilnius.
Day 2 Vilnius
Arrive Vilnius. Your driver will meet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel. At 7pm, your guide will join you for a welcome meeting at the hotel.
Day 3 Vilnius
Today we will begin with a full day tour of Vilnius. From its first ruler, the Grand Duke to today's democratically elected government, Vilnius has a rich and varied history. This tour includes: St. Peter and Paul's Church, Cathedral Square, St. Anne's and St. Bernadine's Church, the Gates of Dawn with the Holy Image of the Virgin Mary and the Russian Orthodox church of the Holy Spirit. You will also get an opportunity to see St. John's Church, Town Hall Square, and Vilnius University - one of the oldest universities in eastern Europe (founded 1579). The afternoon will be free. (B)
Day 4 Vilnius-Trakai-Rundale-Riga
After breakast, you will be driven to Riga. En route visit Trakai, the former capital of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. There will be a brief tour of the 14th century insular castle, which was erected on a small island on lake Galve. For ages it served as a defensive structure and residence of Lithuanian Grand Dukes. Continue to Rundale where you will get an opportunity to visit the Rundale Palace. This palace is an example of the early work of F.B. Rastrelli, who also designed the Winter Palace in St. Petersburg. Arrive Riga and check-in to your hotel. (B)
Day 5 Riga
This day will begin with a city tour of Riga, the capital of Latvia. Today you will visit St. Peter's Church, Riga Castle, the Old Guild Houses and the Dome Cathedral, which houses one of the world's largest pipe organs. The old town has some of the most beautifully restored merchant houses, cozy beer cellars, cafes and historical monuments. The rest of the day will be free. (B)
Day 6 Riga-Parnu-Tallinn
Depart for Tallinn with a brief stop in Parnu. Parnu is a resort town dating back to medieval times and is becoming a chic summer center of Estonia. It is also known as Estonia's "Summer Capital." Arrive in Tallinn and check-in to your hotel. (B)
Day 7 Tallinn
The morning will start off with a sightseeing tour of Tallinn, Estonia's capital. This picturesque old city has districts dating back to the Middle Ages that are still intact today. We'll begin in the Old Town with its narrow streets and beautiful merchant houses. From there, we'll visit the Toompea Castle fortifications, Town Hall Square (15th century), Dome Church (13th century), the Russian Orthodox Cathedral of Alexander Nevskij (19th century, St. Olaf's Church and the Old Guild. The Old Guild was built to celebrate Tallinn's membership in the Hanseatic League, a trading society since 1284. In the afternoon, you are free to do some souvenir shopping or just take a stroll through the Old Town. (B)
Day 8 Tallinn
Transfer to airport for your flight home.(B)
THE BALTIC ECONOMY TOUR
Tour Price Includes
- Round trip flight
- Round trip transfers
- English speaking guide day 3-7
- All entrance fees
- Transportation by motorcoach
- Breakfast daily
- Service charges and taxes
Accomodations
2008 Departure Dates and Prices
From New York*
Per person, Double Occupancy
| | Land Only | Air&Land |
| Mar 20 | $1095 | $1515 |
| April 10 | $1095 | $1615 |
| May 8 | $1095 | $1795 |
| June 5, 12, 19, 26 | $1095 | $1995 |
| July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 | $1095 | $1995 |
| Aug 7, 14 | $1095 | $1995 |
| Aug 21, 28 | $1095 | $1845 |
| Sept 18 | $1095 | $1845 |
| Oct 16 | $1095 | $1655 |
| Nov 13 | $1095 | $1595 |
| Single Supplement | $399 |
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*Discounted airfares available from other cities.
*Airport departure taxes and fuel surcharge are not included (Approximately $250-$350)
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