Baltic Adventure
From AUD $2879 Was AUD $3599
Small Group
Light
Rating
(21 reviews)
Baltic Adventure
13 days
Small Group
Budget
Light
English
Experience Overview
Decades after the fall of communism, the Baltic countries of Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia remain a mystery to most travellers.
Decades after the fall of communism, the Baltic countries of Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia remain a mystery to most travellers. We’re not complaining, though; more mystery means fewer crowds and an easier time getting to know these fantastic countries. Beginning in charming cobblestoned Vilnius and ending in beautiful Helsinki, this two-week trip gets to the very heart of the region. Get an up-close glimpse of Riga’s castles and art district, experience rural life in Estonia, and venture into the fortresses and medieval architecture of Tallinn before crossing to Finland by ferry.
Highlights
- Explore the charming and enigmatic Baltic countries
- Ride a bike around the coastal dunes of Lithuania's Curonian Spit
- Picnic in beautiful Riga
- Live like a local on a farm in Estonia
- Wander the charming streets of Helsinki
Trip Details
13 days
Ferry, public bus. walking, bike, private vehicle.
Small Group
English
Vilnius, Lithuania
Helsinki, Finland
Budget
Classic
Light
Itinerary
Day 1: Vilnius
We recommend arriving a day or two early to fully explore this charming city.
There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.
Day 2: Vilnius
Spend free time walking through charming old town or searching out artist havens and modern statues.
Multi-faceted, puzzling, a heady mix of old and new, Vilnius has all the glories of a royal past, the troubling reminders of wartime and Communist atrocities and a vibrant forward-looking outlook.
Day 3: Vilnius/Klaipėda
The orientation walk will finish at a local gastropub with a local beer, where afterwards you can opt to grab some dinner on your own.
Day 4: Full day tour of Nida from Klaipeda
The Curonian Spit is a long, thin sand bar, dotted with dune that separates the Curonian Lagoon from the Baltic Sea. This spit is shared by Lithuania and Kalingrad, Russia's western most oblast.
The forested hills, known as Hill of Witches used to be the site of dancing and gathering during Pagan festivals. Now, the hills are dotted with wooden statues created by local artists, depicting witches, dragons, and the elements. Some of the statues tell stories of the local legends and folklore, bringing the region to life with their intricate carvings.
Day 5: Klaipėda/Riga
Explore the narrow streets on foot and get better acquainted with the city known as "the Paris of the East". Opt to visit St Peter's Church, where we ascend the spire by lift, for a fantastic view over the city.
Day 6: Riga
Day 7: Riga/Kuressaare
Saaremaa is a remote island in the Baltic Sea with unique traditions and heritage. Thatched roof houses, stone walls, and windmills make up this fairytale landscape.
Enjoy three nights on a farm outside the main city of Kuressaare.
Day 8: Kuressaare
Day 9: Kuressaare
Day 10: Kuressaare/Tallinn
Day 11: Tallinn
Day 12: Tallinn/Helsinki
Day 13: Helsinki
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
From
AUD $3599
Duration: 13 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Light
Decades after the fall of communism, the Baltic countries of Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia remain a mystery to most travellers.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 28 Sep 2025
Customer Reviews
10/13/2023
Trips are well run. Although this trip was no as organized as past trips.
10/13/2023
I enjoyed the tour, loved exploring Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Finland
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
10/13/2023
Trips are well run. Although this trip was no as organized as past trips.
10/13/2023
I enjoyed the tour, loved exploring Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Finland
10/13/2023
The itinerary was good and the inclusions good for the price. The accommodation was mostly good however, Riga was not. I was such a low point of the tour. I don't mind basis hotels. However, this hotel was unclean and falling apart and not safe for customers. This was my second G trip and it was also disappointing to have yet another guide who has never been on this tour or is not a local for any of the countries visited.
10/13/2023
I paid almost $1,000 extra for single supplement and so many of the rooms were well below the standard I expected. Apart from 2 hotel rooms, the allocated rooms were small, faced brick walls, and had very few ',comforts', Also the hotel in Riga was a huge disappointment. Having walked on a dirty carpet at the entrance, we were faced with difficult stairs to negotiate our cases etc. I was lucky to have had the support of some of the tour group.
10/13/2023
it's a great way to travel, but when you have time and Nerves to Plan it than you could do it cheaper yourself. But if don't have time and no own car is it a great option
10/13/2023
Because everyone's needs and expectations are different
10/13/2023
Fascinating countries. Very underrated
09/29/2023
Well managed small group tour
09/29/2023
We have done several trips with G, they are all fabulous.
09/29/2023
This has been my 6th G trip. It was up to the standard I have come to expect but it was not perfect and small improvements could easily be made.
09/29/2023
Good combination of food and things to do
09/15/2023
We had a great time!
09/15/2023
I had an awesome time!
09/15/2023
Small group, responsive to interests, just right.
09/15/2023
There was much of interest in the tour, but I could not give a 10 because I feel that two days of the itinerary were wasted on a minor attraction (the Estonian island). Though enjoyable, the entire group felt the time could have been better used.
09/15/2023
Small group size and excellent CEOs.
09/01/2023
Well organized and stress free
09/01/2023
Edvard was an excellent guide, caring, knowledgeable, willing to share information and great that he was from one of the countries we visited. The accommodations were clean and quiet and there was always hot water with excellent water pressure in the showers.
09/01/2023
Our G Adventures guide was excellent, the group was very compatible and everything went smoothly.
09/01/2023
Amazing places, great tour manager and great experiences
09/01/2023
Great CEO. Knew his history.
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