From Vilnius to Tallinn – Cycling through the Baltic Countries

Breakfast at the hotel.

We are transfered by bus to the small village of Semeliskes. From here start cycling through undulating terrain to Galve Lake. Here the magical and famous Trakai Castle sits as if floating on its own island in the middle of the lake – it’s a truly magical place. We will explore the surrounding areas of the lake, Uzutrakis Manor and visit the Castle. Lunch at the local Karaites restaurant. Transfer back to Vilnius. Refresh in hotel.

Afternoon walking City Tour, where you can feel the atmosphere of the city’s history of the 16 – 19^th centuries while walking along its narrow winding streets or visiting the most exciting architectural and historic monuments: Vilnius Cathedral erected on the historic site where pagan gods were worshiped and where Vilnius was founded as far back as the 13^th century, a nearby Gediminas Castle on the hill rising above the city centre, a gem of the Lithuanian Gothic’s – the 16^th century St. Anne’s Church, the Vilnius University, a famous centre of science and enlightenment since its very foundation in 1579, Vilnius Town Hall, Jewish Quarter and the Dawn Gate with a miraculous icon of Virgin Mary. Entrance to the tower of St. John.

Free evening. Overnight in Vilnius

Breakfast at the hotel.

Transfer to Klaipeda (308 km, approx. 3h 30 min).

Lunch in local restaurant. Check in to the hotel. Transfer to the Curonian Spit N.P. by ferry (5 km, 40 min).

We cycle to Nida, known as the town of retreat, and an artist’s resort. From here we explore the 68 km long Curonian Spit. The high dunes (up to 60m) running along the spit have encouraged the local people to refer to the area as the ’Lithuanian Sahara’. During our ride we will make a stop in Juodkrante and admire the bizarre wooden carvings on what is known as Witch Hill. The sculpture park was started in 1979 and now has more than 70 wooden carvings representing characters of Lithuanian folktale and legend. We will then continue along the spit with the Baltic Sea extending far into the distance.

Free time for dinner.

Transfer to ferry port, from here we take the ferry across the lagoon to Klaipeda.

Overnight in Klaipeda.

Breakfast at the hotel.

We begin our ride to Palanga and Sventoji on a beautiful cycle route, which lies along the Baltic Coast. On the way we pass Palanga, a traditional bucket and spade seaside town with a long stretch of sandy beach. It’s a really fun place to stop, have a wander around, a dip in the sea, and see one of the most favored seaside towns among Lithuanians. We will visit the Palanga Botanical Gardens and manor house which is now home to the amber museum. There are numerous cafes to sit and enjoy the atmosphere and have some lunch before we set off again for Riga. Transfer to Riga (272 km, 4.5 hrs). Evening arrival to Riga.

Overnight in Riga.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Morning starts with ride to the beautiful town of Jurmala, which is famous for its incredible wooden buildings and 19^th Century Russian villas. Jurmala is also one of Latvia’s largest seaside resorts – it has a 33 km stretch of white sandy beach for us to explore on our bikes. There will be plenty of time to have a swim in the sea before we transfer back to Riga.

Lunch in Jurmala.

Evening Riga Walking City Tour. The tour includes the most significant sights of Riga and begins along the central boulevards of Riga, enjoying the view of the City Canal parks, the Art Nouveau buildings of the beginning of the 20^th century, the Opera House. In Old Riga you will see the Dome Cathedral, the Church of St. Peter, the old Guild Houses, the Swedish Gate, the architectural ensemble Three Brothers, St. Jacob’s Church, the Parliament House, Old Riga Castle, and view the many wonderfully restored buildings, now housing cozy restaurants, cafes, bars and souvenir shops. Overnight in Riga.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Transfer from Riga to Laahema National park (359 km, 5.5 h). Lunch en route. Cycle in Laahema National park. The park, one of the last unspoilt regions of the Baltic Coast, extends over 700 square kilometers. Its nature is rich and unique. Here you will cycle through thick woods, marshes and lakes. Above all, the coastline is what makes this area unique. It is also a rich environment for wildlife, moose and wild boar more difficult to spot but over 220 species of bird populate this area. Overnight stay in Laahema National Park.

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Tallinn (47 km, 50 min)

Morning: Walking City Tour of medieval Tallinn (2 h.), to feel the aura of the 14^th and 15^th centuries that survived intact in a maze of medieval walls and towers, soaring church spires and winding streets. It includes the main historical and architectural monuments as Toompea Palace and Castle, Town Hall Square, the Russian Orthodox Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and a visit of Tallinn Dome Church. Lunch at restaurant in Old town. Free time.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Transfer to airport. Final Departure.