Baltic Adventure

G Adventures · 13 days

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Baltic Adventure
Baltic Adventure
Baltic Adventure
Baltic Adventure
Baltic Adventure
Baltic Adventure
Baltic Adventure
Baltic Adventure
Baltic Adventure
Baltic Adventure
Baltic Adventure
13 Days
From AUD $3749
Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Light

Rating


(21 reviews)

Baltic Adventure

Baltic Adventure

G Adventures · 13 days

Use code BONUS10 to get an extra 10% off all tours — for a limited time only. T&Cs apply

Duration

13 days

Tour Type

Small Group

Accommodations

Budget

Physical Rating

Light

Guide Language

English

Experience Overview

Decades after the fall of communism, the Baltic countries of Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia remain a mystery to most travellers.

Includes

Activities

  • Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Trakai Castle visit (Vilnius)
  • Curonian Spit visit
  • CEO led orientation walk in Klaipeda
  • Full day tour of Nida
  • Riga city tour
  • Farm-to-table dinners prepared by a local family
  • Saaremaa guided village tour
  • Kadriorg Palace visit (Tallinn)
  • Orientation walk (Helsinki)
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodation

  • Hotels (9 nts), farm stay (3 nts).
  • 12 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners

Transport

  • Ferry, public bus. walking, bike, private vehicle.

Group Leader

  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

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
Baltic Adventure

Trip Details

Duration

13 days

Transportation

Ferry, public bus. walking, bike, private vehicle.

Guide Language

English

Starts

Vilnius, Lithuania

Finishes

Helsinki, Finland

Accommodations

Budget

Travel Style

Classic, Budget

Physical Rating

Light

Itinerary

1

Day 1: Vilnius

Arrive at any time.
We recommend arriving a day or two early to fully explore this charming city.

There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.


Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Accommodation - Comfort Hotel LT Rock'N'Roll Vilnius
2

Day 2: Vilnius

Visit Trakai Castle. Enjoy optional activities like the Frank Zappa monument, the breakaway Republic of Uzupis, a giant egg statue, the Gediminas tower and castle museum, and the KGB Museum.
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.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.Activity - Enjoy a visit to Trakai Castle, about 45 mins out of town by bus, built in the late 14th century. Getting out of the capital and visiting this historic treasure is a great way to experience a little more of Lithuania.Accommodation - Comfort Hotel LT Rock'N'Roll Vilnius
3

Day 3: Vilnius/Klaipėda

Travel by private vehicle to Klaipeda, one of the oldest cities in Lithuania. Set out on a CEO led orientation walk, visiting famous sights, and seeing up close the many interesting sculptures that make Klaipeda unique. Make brief stops at Theatre Square, in the heart of the old town, to see the sculpture of Ann from Tharau in the square's centre fountain. Then walk by Klaipeda Castle, first mentioned in written sources as early as 1252.

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.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Walk around one of the oldest cities in Lithuania with your CEO. Explore the old town, stop at Theater Square, see Klaipeda castle and many of the interesting sites in the old city. Get up close to the many varied outdoor sculptures the city has become famous for such as the Black Ghost. Finish your tour with a refreshing local beer at a gastropub! Opt to grab some dinner there afterwards to try local flavours.Accommodation - Dange Hotel
4

Day 4: Full day tour of Nida from Klaipeda

You will spend the whole day exploring the peninsula known as the Curonian Spit, located between Klaipeda and Nida. You will visit the Hill of Witches, Lithuania's outdoor sculpture trail of wooden folk art that will take you on a trip through the most well-known legends and stories in Lithuanian folk history. Later in the day visit the Parnidis Dune and Sun Clock in Nida. Stop for some free time in Nida where you can grab some lunch on your own and opt to see the Fisherman museum and Nida Lighthouse if time allows. Arrive back in Klaipeda in the evening.
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.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Set off on a full day tour of the Curonian Spit to Nida from Klaipeda. The tour will start in the morning and includes the 25 minute ferry ride to the Curonian Spit. After arriving, drive up to Nida along the peninsula making brief visits to Amber Bay, the Grey Herons and Cormorants Colony, and the Dead Dunes before arriving in Nida. On the way we will walk along the Hill of Witches, which 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 as well tell stories of the local legends and folklore, bringing the region to life with their intricate carvings. Mid day, spend a few hours free in Nida to grab lunch on your own or maybe choose to see the Fisherman Museum and Nida Lighthouse. Pay a visit to Parnidis Dune and Sun Clock before traveling back to Klaipeda for the evening. There will be stops in both directions for photo opportunities. The tour will last for 7 hours and includes 3 hours total of driving time.Accommodation - Dange Hotel
5

Day 5: Klaipėda/Riga

Cross the border into Latvia and head to the capital, Riga, stopping at the Hill of Crosses along the way. Options for this charming city include visiting the Occupation Museum, the Riga Art Nouveau Centre, Riga Castle, the Andrejsala artists' district, or just wandering the cobblestone streets.
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.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - A1 Hotel Riga
6

Day 6: Riga

Enjoy a guided tour and a lunch of treats from the Central Market. Spend a free afternoon exploring the city.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Visit some of the neighbourhoods and sights around Riga and learn about the history of this 800-year-old city. Visit the central market and pick up some delicacies for lunch.Free_time - Explore this intriguing city.Accommodation - A1 Hotel Riga
7

Day 7: Riga/Kuressaare

Cross the border to Estonia and get the local experience with three nights on a farm in Saaremaa. In the area there is canoeing on the Nasva river, fishing, and island visits. Over the next three nights, savour farm-to-table dinners specially prepared by your host family.
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.




Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Transport - Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.Accommodation - Jurna Farmhouse
8

Day 8: Kuressaare

Enjoy a tour of Saaremaa including a visit to the Kaali meteorite lake, bakeries, and windmills. Opt to visit the local breweries.

Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Visit a group of windmills and try traditional baked goods while sipping on local beer. In the area, you'll find a naturally growing oak forest with rare flora (like orchids) and a bird watching platform. Accommodation - Jurna Farmhouse
9

Day 9: Kuressaare

Enjoy a free day to explore. Opt to visit some of the ancient churches or natural sites like the lake, the Panga Cliff, and the Pühatu Springs.

Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Head out and explore.Accommodation - Jurna Farmhouse
10

Day 10: Kuressaare/Tallinn

Travel to Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. Fall in love with this medieval town. Enjoy an included visit to Kadriorg Palace.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Named for Peter the Great's wife, Catherine, the Kadriorg Palace served as the Russian czar's summer residence. Designed by an Italian architect, much of the palace's architecture is distinctly Baroque in style. Today, it's also home to collections from the Estonian Art Museum.Accommodation - Rixwell Viru Square Hotel
11

Day 11: Tallinn

Spend a free day exploring this medieval city. Use your free time to visit the Museum of the Occupation, the Dome Church, the open air museum, go sea kayaking, visit the beaches, or relax in a sauna.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Explore the sights or hit the beach.Accommodation - Rixwell Viru Square Hotel
12

Day 12: Tallinn/Helsinki

Travel by ferry to the charming capital city of Helsinki. Enjoy an afternoon in the the white city of the North with an orientation walk and free time.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.Activity - Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.Free_time - Get out and explore the Finnish capital.Accommodation - Clarion Hotel Mestari
13

Day 13: Helsinki

Depart at any time.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
Exclusions
  • Flights to and from origin and destinations
  • Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
  • 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.
Important Information
Meals

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 will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.

Luggage

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.

Mobility

Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.

Fitness Level

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.

Sightseeing

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.

Visas

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.
Departure Dates & Surcharges: See checkout for live dates and availability.
AUD $3,749
(Tour only)
Per Person Standard

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 04 Oct 2026

Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
Excellent
4.5
Guide
Excellent
4.5
Itinerary
Excellent
4.5
Accommodations
Excellent
4.5
Transportation
Excellent
4.5
Tour Operator
Excellent
4.5
Food
Excellent
4.5
4.0
Jerry I.
Traveled, October 2023

10/13/2023

Trips are well run. Although this trip was no as organized as past trips.

5.0
Emma C.
Traveled, September 2023

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.

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