BALTIC CAPITALS 2006
8 days / 7 nights, Tallinn - Riga - Klaipeda - Vilnius
Guaranteed departures: Sundays, May 21 / June 25 / July 02, 30 / Aug 20 |
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During the long sunlit days of the northern summer, the historic cities along the Baltic Sea come alive with color and vitality. Tallinn, Riga and Vilnius are rich in history, architectural splendors and revitalized culture. Tallinn, an important port from long ago, has become a bridge between East and West. The beautiful Old Town with its medieval architecture and slender church spires is included in the UNESCO World Heritage list. Riga is the capital of the Republic of Latvia, the state's administrative and political center and the largest city in the Baltic States. Often called a “small Paris”, its history is dating back many centuries. Its Old Town, the most ancient part of the city has been preserved from the 13th century. Klapeida, the Old Town by the sea, founded in 1252, is the third-largest city in Lithuania. As a key port city in the European Union, it is a window to the world of international trade. Vilnius is often called a baroque city, but you will find buildings of gothic and renaissance styles. Main sights are the Gediminas Castle and the Cathedral Square. Because of its uniqueness, the Old Town was inscribed on the Unesco World Heritage List.
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Day 1 Sun ARRIVE TALLINN Arrival in Tallinn, capital of Estonia. Optional transfer to hotel. Check-in at your hotel. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at the hotel of your choice.
Day 2 Mon TALLINN (B) Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Tallinn (3 hours) including a bus tour into suburbs and a walking tour in the Old Town. The walking tour ends in the heart of the Old Town, close to shops and restaurants. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at the hotel of your choice.
Day 3 Tue TALLINN – RIGA (B) After breakfast assisted transfer by coach from Tallinn to Riga, capital of Latvia (ca 5 hours). Check–in at the hotel. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at the hotel of your choice.
Day 4 Wed RIGA (B) Breakfast at the hotel. The morning sightseeing tour of Riga (3 hours) encompasses the most significant sights of the Old Town. The end of the tour is in the Old Town, close to several shops and restaurants. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at the hotel of your choice.
Day 5 Thu RIGA – KLAIPEDA (B) After breakfast assisted transfer by coach to Klaipeda (ca 5 hours). Check–in at the hotel. In the afternoon enjoy a walking tour of the port city Klaipeda (1.5 hours). Explore the Old Town with the Theatre Square and the bustling port, visited by many cruise ships. Evening at leisure. Overnight at the hotel of your choice.
Day 6 Fri KLAIPEDA – VILNIUS (B) After breakfast assisted transfer by coach from Klaipeda to Vilnius (ca 5 hours). Check–in at hotel. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at the hotel of your choice.
Day 7 Sat VILNIUS (B) Breakfast at the hotel. This morning enjoy a sightseeing tour of Vilnius, capital of Lithuania (3 hours). See the grand Cathedral of Peter and Paul, the small church of St Anna, and ruins of the Upper and Lower Castle. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at the hotel of your choice.
Day 8 Sun DEPART VILNIUS Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to the airport for your return flight home.
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Departure Dates
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Sundays, May 21 / June 25 / July 02, 30 / Aug 20
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Prices in US Dollars
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Baltic Capitals, 4 Star hotels:
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Per person in double room
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1,415
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Single Supplement
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540
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3 Star hotels: |
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Per person in double room
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1,280
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Single Supplement
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365
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Included
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7 nights hotel accommodations of your choice
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Breakfast buffet daily
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Arrival/Departure transfers
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Coach services as per itinerary
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3-hour city tour of Tallinn
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3-hour city tour of Riga
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1.5-hour city tour of Klaipeda
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3-hour city tour of Vilnius
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Guided tours with English speaking escort
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Information package
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Service charges and taxes on included items
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Not Included
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Please note:
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List of Hotels
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4 * Hotels |
3 * Hotels |
Night 1 & 2
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Tallinn / Estonia
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Reval Hotel Olympia
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Reval Hotel Central
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Night 3 & 4
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Riga / Latvia
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Reval Hotel Latvija
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Hotel Albert
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Night 5
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Klapeida/Lithuania
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Hotel Klaipeda
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Hotel Lugne
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Night 6 & 7
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Vilnius / Lithuania
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Holiday Inn
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Hotel City Gate
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