Capitals & The Baltics: Sweden, Latvia, Estonia & Finland
Medieval charm and bustling harbors
This 7-night escorted vacation takes you across the Baltic States and Scandinavia! Spend time in Stockholm, Riga, Tallinn and Helsinki as you uncover the iconic sights and hidden gems of these four capital cities.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Stockholm (ARN)
- Round-trip airport transfers
- 1 night in Stockholm at the Best Western Plus Time Hotel, or similar
- Guided Stockholm City Tour (3 hours)
- Overnight cruise from Stockholm to Riga
- Upgraded "Category A" cabin included
- 1 night in Riga at the Semarah Hotel Metropole, or similar
- Guided Riga City Tour (3 hours)
- 1 night in Tallinn at the Park Inn by Radisson, or similar
- Guided Tallinn City Tour (3 hours)
- Cruise from Tallinn to Helsinki on Tallink Silja Line (apx. 2 hours)
- 1 night in Helsinki at the Scandic Grand Marina Hotel, or similar
- Guided Helsinki City Tour (2 hours)
- Overnight cruise from Helsinki to Stockholm
- Upgraded "Category A" cabin included
- 1 night in Stockholm at the Best Western Plus Time Hotel, or similar
- Breakfast daily
- Coach services as mentioned in the itinerary
- English-speaking tour escort for the duration of the program (Day 2 through 7)
Great Ways to Explore
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Stroll through Tallinn's quaint Old Town and admire its city walls and guard towers.
- Stare in wonder at the 17th-century Viking ship at Stockholm's Vasa Museum.
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Spend an afternoon relaxing at one of Helsinki's pretty parks or taking a ferry to an island!
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Uncover hidden treasures in Riga, Latvia's vibrant capital known for its Art Nouveau architecture.
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Enjoy tours led by knowledgeable guides in each city!
This vacation takes you on a journey combining two capitals of Scandinavia and two capitals of the Baltic States. You will have plenty of opportunities to explore the cities and all that they have to offer!
Your adventure begins in Stockholm, the largest city in Sweden set on a Baltic archipelago. Join the locals for a coffee at one of the city's cafes, stroll through Gamla Stan and visit Vasa Museum. You'll then board an overnight cruise to Riga, the capital of Latvia. This jewel-like city bursts with culture and history!
From Riga, it's on to Tallinn, Estonia, an absurdly photogenic city that has seen Danish, Swedish, Polish, German and Soviet rule. Discover the city's gems in Old Town and stroll the fortified city walls. You'll then cruise to Helsinki, Finland's waterside capital loaded with friendly locals and saunas. Your vacation ends back in Stockholm, where you'll have one full day to explore on your own.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Stockholm (ARN)
- Round-trip airport transfers
- 1 night in Stockholm at the Best Western Plus Time Hotel, or similar
- Guided Stockholm City Tour (3 hours)
- Overnight cruise from Stockholm to Riga
- Upgraded "Category A" cabin included
- 1 night in Riga at the Semarah Hotel Metropole, or similar
- Guided Riga City Tour (3 hours)
- 1 night in Tallinn at the Park Inn by Radisson, or similar
- Guided Tallinn City Tour (3 hours)
- Cruise from Tallinn to Helsinki on Tallink Silja Line (apx. 2 hours)
- 1 night in Helsinki at the Scandic Grand Marina Hotel, or similar
- Guided Helsinki City Tour (2 hours)
- Overnight cruise from Helsinki to Stockholm
- Upgraded "Category A" cabin included
- 1 night in Stockholm at the Best Western Plus Time Hotel, or similar
- Breakfast daily
- Coach services as mentioned in the itinerary
- English-speaking tour escort for the duration of the program (Day 2 through 7)
-
Stroll through Tallinn's quaint Old Town and admire its city walls and guard towers.
- Stare in wonder at the 17th-century Viking ship at Stockholm's Vasa Museum.
-
Spend an afternoon relaxing at one of Helsinki's pretty parks or taking a ferry to an island!
-
Uncover hidden treasures in Riga, Latvia's vibrant capital known for its Art Nouveau architecture.
-
Enjoy tours led by knowledgeable guides in each city!
This vacation takes you on a journey combining two capitals of Scandinavia and two capitals of the Baltic States. You will have plenty of opportunities to explore the cities and all that they have to offer!
Your adventure begins in Stockholm, the largest city in Sweden set on a Baltic archipelago. Join the locals for a coffee at one of the city's cafes, stroll through Gamla Stan and visit Vasa Museum. You'll then board an overnight cruise to Riga, the capital of Latvia. This jewel-like city bursts with culture and history!
From Riga, it's on to Tallinn, Estonia, an absurdly photogenic city that has seen Danish, Swedish, Polish, German and Soviet rule. Discover the city's gems in Old Town and stroll the fortified city walls. You'll then cruise to Helsinki, Finland's waterside capital loaded with friendly locals and saunas. Your vacation ends back in Stockholm, where you'll have one full day to explore on your own.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Day 1. Welcome to Stockholm, Sweden!
Welcome to the Kingdom of Sweden! Arrive in Stockholm, a city surrounded by almost 30,000 small islands. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.
A great start would be in the city's old town, Gamla Stan, an islet that's one of the largest and best preserved medieval city centers in Europe. The narrow winding cobblestone streets and gold-hued buildings give Gamla Stan its unique character.Â
Transfer to Stockholm hotel
Check-in - Best Western Plus Time Hotel
Found in the heart of Stockholm, this four-star Best Western hotel is fashioned in an innovative, Asian-inspired design which creates the feeling of a home-away-from-home. The hotel is a short walk away from the Odenplan Metro Station and is also close to Hagaparken, a gorgeous recreation area found inside the Royal National City Park. The hotel offers an abundant breakfast buffet for guests to enjoy, along with a large lounge decorated with colorful walls, various paintings, and comfortable sofas for relaxing with a drink. Guests can also enjoy extra relaxation at the hotel's onsite spa and sauna.
Each room comes with everything a traveler needs to feel at home including a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, coffee/tea maker, desk, and heated bathroom floors.
Day 2. Stockholm - Riga, Latvia
Meet your tour leader and a local guide at reception for your 3-hour tour of Stockholm. Discover the beauty of this Baltic archipelago, and if time allows, visit the Vasa Museum to see a real-life Viking ship from the 17th century! In the afternoon, transfer to the Stockholm harbor and board your overnight cruise to Riga.Â
Overnight cruise from Stockholm to Riga
Check-in - Semarah Hotel Metropole, Riga
Semarah Hotel Metropole is a a historic 19th century building found right in Riga's Old Town, which is an UNESCO World Heritage Centre. This elegant hotel is decorated with classical designs with rooms featuring free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, coffee/tea maker, minibar, desk, and chair. Hotel staff is available 24 hours a day to assist with whatever a visitor needs, including car/shuttle service. Guests can enjoy delicious cuisine from the on-site De Commerce Gastro Pub and relax with a cocktail at the bar.
The hotel also features a salon and spa where guests can enjoy massages and a jacuzzi, as well as a fitness club for guests to stay active. The Riga's Central Railway Station, Freedom Monument, and Latvian National Museum of Art are all within a mile of the hotel.
Guided Stockholm City Tour (3 hours)
Known as Beauty on Water and Venice of the North, Stockholm is a city built upon 14 islands, surrounded by Lake Mälaren and the Baltic Sea. Its grand public buildings, palaces, rich cultural history and museums tells Stockholm's 700-year-old history beautifully. During your sightseeing tour, you will visit the Gamla Stan (Old town), where you will be charmed by cobblestone streets, crooked yet beautifully preserved buildings, the Royal Palace, gothic churches, plus excellent cafés, bars, restaurants and Swedish design shops.
Day 3. Riga
Today, have a full day exploring Riga! Enjoy a guided tour taking you to the city's main sights like Riga Cathedral, St. Peter's Church, House of Blackheads and Central Market.Â
After your tour, consider visiting one of Riga's great museums like the Museum of the Occupation of Latvia or the Latvian National Museum of Art. Come dinnertime, try a popular Latvian dish known as karbonade, which is similar to schnitzel.Â
Guided Riga City Tour - 3 hours
The largest city in the three Baltic states, Riga is an exciting cultural hub and an undiscovered gem in Europe. On this tour, see the traditional wooden houses of the Hanse merchants, the oldest dating from the 15th century and the 19th century. Riga is also known for its perfectly preserved Art Nouveau buildings in the pedestrian-only Old Town, as well as an array of museums, concert halls, markets and churches.
Day 4. Riga - Tallinn, Estonia
Say goodbye to Riga as you head to the capital of Estonia, Tallinn. A medieval enclave perched on top of a hill overlooking the Baltic Sea, Tallinn feels like a well-kept secret.
Explore the remains of the medieval battlements and towers, Protestant churches, and the narrow, cobbled streets. Feel the city come alive in the old square, which is animated by restaurants, shops, the passing of the little blue train and horse-drawn carriages.
Check-in - Park Inn By Radisson, Tallinn
Located just a few minutes away from the historically significant (and UNESCO world heritage site) Old Town of Tallinn, Park Inn Raddison Hotel is a modern-style hotel with plenty of amenities and activities to do. With over 245 rooms and suites, you can enjoy access to a private sauna, fully-functional exercise facility, meeting facilities, and fine-dining.
Arguably the best benefit of staying at the Park Inn Radisson, aside from feeling like royalty, is how close the hotel is to popular attractions. By staying at the Park Inn, you'll be only a short walk or car drive away from Tallinn Old Town, Kadriorg Park, the Estonian National Opera, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, and much else.
Day 5. Tallinn - Helsinki, Finland
Wake up to beautiful Tallinn and explore its Old Town on a guided tour. If time allows, let yourself wander through the cobbled lanes.
In the afternoon, depart on a short cruise from Tallinn to Helsinki. Upon arrival in Helsinki, settle into your hotel then perhaps head out into the city to get acquainted with Finnish life.
Cruise from Tallinn to Helsinki on Tallink Silja Line
Check-in - Scandic Grand Marina Hotel
Scandic Grand Marina is a spacious hotel located right next to the Market Square and Helsinki city center. Nestled in the idyllic Katajanokka district in a beautiful warehouse building from the early 1900s, this stylish hotel is a great starting point from which to see the city's sights. Enjoy close proximity to the SkyWheel Helsinki, Allas Sea Pool, Uspenski Cathedral, and the city's best shopping, restaurants, and nightlife.
If you want to expend some extra energy, feel free to make use of the hotel's gym or pop by reception to borrow a bicycle or sticks to Nordic walking. In the summer, guests can take advantage of the large terrace but the hotel's large arched windows and high ceilings create a light, airy atmosphere in the lobby, restaurant, and bar year-round.
Guided Tallin City Tour - 3 hours
The heart of Tallinn is the Old Town, which is divided into two very distinctive parts: Toompea Hill and the lower town, centered on Raekoja plats (Town Hall Square) and a 1.5-mile fortified wall. On this tour, see Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Toompea Castle (home to the Estonian Parliament), Town Hall Square, House of the Blackheads, St. Olaf's Church and St. Nicholas' Church.
Day 6. Helsinki - Stockholm, Sweden
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, then embark on a 3-hour guided sightseeing tour of Helsinki. After the tour, spend some time on your own. Head to Kamppi shopping district or one of the city's many pretty parks. In the late afternoon, board your overnight cruise to Stockholm.
Overnight cruise from Helsinki to Stockholm
Guided Helsinki City Tour - 2 hours
Start your Helsinki sightseeing tour at Senaatintori (Senate Square) surrounded by magnificent Neoclassical architectur. Right around the corner near the harbor, you will find the Kauppatori, the picturesque market square characterized by an abundance of flowers, fruit and busy vendors.
Temppeliaukio Church is your next stop. Built in the 19th century, the church is one of the top attractions in Helsinki because it is carved into the natural bedrock and features an impressive copper dome. Due to its excellent acoustics, the church is a popular venue for concerts. One of the last stops is Uspenski Cathedral, a striking red-brick, neo-Byzantine cathedral on Katajanokka Island.
Day 7. Stockholm
Spend your last day in Sweden surrounded by vast expanses of forests and verdant meadows on the central, two-mile-long island of Djurgarden. Once you've breathed in the fresh clean air, head back into the city and pick up a few souvenirs.
After touring Stockholm to your heart's content, tuck into a plate of comforting Swedish meatballs!
Check-in - Best Western Plus Time Hotel
Found in the heart of Stockholm, this four-star Best Western hotel is fashioned in an innovative, Asian-inspired design which creates the feeling of a home-away-from-home. The hotel is a short walk away from the Odenplan Metro Station and is also close to Hagaparken, a gorgeous recreation area found inside the Royal National City Park. The hotel offers an abundant breakfast buffet for guests to enjoy, along with a large lounge decorated with colorful walls, various paintings, and comfortable sofas for relaxing with a drink. Guests can also enjoy extra relaxation at the hotel's onsite spa and sauna.
Each room comes with everything a traveler needs to feel at home including a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, coffee/tea maker, desk, and heated bathroom floors.
Day 8. Depart Sweden
Enjoy some last minute shopping in Stockholm before enjoying a transfer to the airport for your flight home. Bid Scandinavia and the Baltics goodbye!Â
Transfer to Stockholm airport (ARN)
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