Baltic Capitals Tour

Dear guests, we meet with you, our valued guests, at 04:30 in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at Istanbul Airport International Departure Terminal. After baggage and check-in procedures, we depart for Helsinki at 07:30 with Turkish Airlines flight TK 1761. Upon arrival at the airport at 11:10 local time, we begin our panoramic city tour. Finland's capital Helsinki welcomes us with its position on the Baltic Sea coast, elegant architecture, and unique northern atmosphere. On our city tour, we discover the most important spots of Helsinki.

The first stop of our tour is Senate Square and Helsinki Cathedral, which have become symbols of the city. Then we see Kauppatori (Market Square) on the Baltic Sea coast and discover the lively atmosphere of the city. Continuing our tour, we visit Temppeliaukio Church with its unique architecture carved into the rocks and the Sibelius Monument dedicated to the famous Finnish composer. Finally, we take a pleasant walk in Esplanadi Park and the historic streets of the city center. Following our tour where we will experience Helsinki's historical texture, modern life, and northern enchanting atmosphere together, we depart for Tallinn by ferry. After our journey lasting approximately 2 hours, upon arrival, on our panoramic city tour, the 3 Sisters Building, Tallinn Old Town, Eesti Meremuuseum, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Toompea Castle, Viru Gate, and Europe's oldest pharmacy still actively serving are among the places we will see. This pharmacy has been in service since 1422. After our tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight stay at our hotel.

After breakfast at our hotel, our guests who wish can join the Rocca Al Mare Estonian Open Air Museum tour (70 Euros) organized extra by our guide. We will discover the lives of Estonians a century ago in a beautiful nature on the Baltic coast. Hosting 14 farms, a church, an inn, a school building, a windmill, a fire station, and various shops, all dating back to the 18th century. In the evening, our guests who wish can set off towards the Viking Village to have our dinner optionally. Dinner in the Viking Village (85 Euros). The moment you step into the Viking Village, a unique environment surrounded by wooden houses, old handicrafts, and historical decorations welcomes you. Accompanied by your professional guide, you will get to know Viking culture, traditional games, and daily life closely. Dinner consists of authentic Viking delicacies prepared according to recipes of the period. In addition to meals prepared with meat, fish, and fresh vegetables, you will also have the opportunity to experience traditional Viking drinks. During the meal, the atmosphere becomes even more magical with Viking songs and music. After our tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight stay at our hotel.

After breakfast at our hotel, we move towards Riga, the capital of Latvia. Upon arrival in Riga, on our panoramic city tour, Old Town Riga, Central Market, Freedom Monument, Riga Castle, Art Nouveau Museum (Exterior), Three Brothers Architecture Museum, St. Peter's Cathedral, Dannestern Mansion, and the wooden statue of Big Kristaps, the founder of Riga, on the banks of the Daugava are among the places to be seen. Free time after our city tour. In the evening, our guests who wish can join the Dinner tour at Lido Center organized as an extra. (70 EUR). Specially built in old Latvian style and established on an area of 5 hectares, Lido Center is a place frequented by both Latvians and tourists at all times, where both adults and families can have a pleasant time. Reflecting Latvian culture and traditional cuisine, the specially decorated 3-story Lido restaurant with a wide menu offering approximately 500 types of dishes, as well as an entertainment park for children, and the largest outdoor artificial ice skating rink in the Baltics with a size of 5,102 square meters are located in this center. After our tour, transfer to our hotel in Riga and overnight stay at our hotel.

After breakfast at our hotel, our guests who wish can join the Sigulda tour organized extra by our guide. (70 Euros) Sigulda is in the Vidzeme region and located within the borders of Gauja National Park. Sigulda Castle, Gauja National Park, Gutman Cave are among the places to see. The natural beauty of Gauja National Park and Gauja River valley will fascinate you. Free time after our tour. Our guests who wish can join the Jurmala tour organized extra by our guide. (60 EUR). On our tour, we will discover Jurmala, the resort region of Latvia, located on the Baltic Sea coast of Latvia, with its white sandy beaches and romantic wooden houses in the forest. With its clean pine-scented air, serene atmosphere, healing waters, mud cures, Jurmala, the rehabilitation center of locals and tourists with the Baltic Countries' most famous SPA hotels, will fascinate us and bring us peace... In this charming coastal town where car entry is paid to prevent air pollution, you can enjoy its famous SPAs if you wish, or enjoy yourself in its charming cafes stretching along the road. After our tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight stay at our hotel.

After breakfast at our hotel in the morning, we depart for Vilnius with our vehicle waiting for us. Our guests who wish can join the Rundale Palace tour organized extra on the route. (80 Euros) It is one of the two major baroque palaces built for the Dukes of Courland in present-day Latvia, the other being Jelgava Palace. After our palace visit, we depart for Vilnius. Upon arrival, on our panoramic city tour, Vilnius Cathedral, Old Town, Hill of Crosses, Cathedral Square, Three Crosses, St. Anne's Church are among the places to see. After our tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight stay at our hotel.

After breakfast at our hotel, free time. Our guests who wish can join the Trakai tour organized extra by our guide. (70 Euros). Trakai Castle will be visited in this city spread over an area of approximately 500 square kilometers, with nature and history in every corner. The castle is famous for its gothic architecture and special location; it is located on an island in Lake Galve, one of the deepest lakes in Lithuania. The castle was built in the 14th century and served as the residence of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania. However, the structure fell into disrepair in the 17th century and was only rebuilt in 1951. The castle became part of the Trakai History Museum in 1962. After our tour, transfer to our hotel and overnight stay at our hotel.

Free time after breakfast at our hotel. For our guests who wish, Rumšiškes, Kaunas & Pazaislis Monastery Tour ( 130 Euro) We set off on an unforgettable journey to discover one of the most impressive routes of the Baltic geography in terms of culture, history, and architecture. A full day awaits us with the Rumšiškes Open Air Museum carrying traces of traditional Lithuanian life, historic Kaunas where two rivers meet, and Pazaislis Monastery captivating with its unique Baroque architecture. Our first stop is Rumšiškes, one of Europe’s largest open-air ethnography museums. Within a vast natural area, we discover traditional wooden houses, old village squares, and historic windmills brought from different regions of Lithuania and reconstructed. Wandering among the structures reflecting the lifestyle of the period, we find the opportunity to closely get to know traditional crafts and handwork. Giving a feeling of traveling back in time with its authentic atmosphere, Rumšiškes also offers beautiful shots for photography enthusiasts. Next, we move to Kaunas, Lithuania’s second largest city and an important center of the country throughout history. We take a pleasant walk in the historic center of the city, located at the confluence of the Nemunas and Neris rivers. During our tour, we see important sights such as Kaunas Castle, St. George Church, the historic Town Hall Square, and Kaunas Cathedral. After exploring historic streets and squares, we enjoy free time to relax in the city’s cafes and taste local flavors. The final stop of the day is Pazaislis Monastery, located in lush green nature on the shores of Kaunas Lagoon. Considered one of the most important Baroque architectural works in Lithuania, the monastery mesmerizes its visitors with impressive frescoes, elegant marble decorations, domes, and peaceful courtyards. At Pazaislis, one of the most special stops of the day with its historic and artistic atmosphere, we closely discover the traces of European Baroque art. Transfer to our hotel after our tour. Overnight stay at our hotel.

Following morning breakfast at our hotel, we will set off for Vilnius airport at the time designated by our guide. After completing baggage and passport procedures, we will depart for Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK 1410 at 20:25. Arrival in the city at 23:25 and the end of our tour. Hope to see you on our next tour