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Motorhome Tour through Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia

Trip programme:

Day 1: Departure from Kiel
Independently organized arrival to Kiel.
18:00 - 20:00 Check in at the ferry in Kiel. Departure with the to Klaipeda. Overnight stay on the ferry.
Day 2: Arrival to Klaipeda
18.00 Arrival to Klaipeda. Drive to a campsite in Klaipeda. Check-in, time at your leisure. Overnight stay.
Day 3: Klaipeda - Kaunas - Vilnius (approx. 320km)
2-hour guided walking tour with English-speaking guide in Klaipeda. The ruins of the old Memelburg, the theatre square with the bronze statue of Little Annie of Tharau, the historic warehouses along the Dange river, the impressive three-masted schooner “Meridianas”, the classicist Old Town Hall, the impressive Linden Street with its old villas and much more will delight you during the tour. Continue the journey via Kaunas to Vilnius. Check-in at a campsite. Free time at your disposal. Overnight stay.
Day 4: Excursion to Vilnius and Trakai
Guided tour of Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania, with its most famous sights: the Gate of Dawn, the Cathedral Square, the baroque St. Peter and Paul’s Church, the ensemble of one of the oldest universities in Central Europe are just some of the masterpieces you will see. In the afternoon, we will take you to the “city on the water” – Trakai. This picturesque town is famous for its medieval castle and for its ethnic minority Karaites, who were brought from the Crimean peninsula in the 14th century as palace guards to the castle in Trakai. In the typical wooden house, you will taste the traditional Karaite’s cuisine. Back to Vilnius to the campsite.
Day 5: Vilnius - Siauliai - Rundale (approx. 300km)
Today we continue our journey to Latvia. On the way, in the north of Lithuania, near the town of Siauliai, lies the Hill of Crosses. Covered with thousands of crosses, this place is a symbol of the Lithuanians’ indomitable will for freedom and their deep folk piety. Continue across the Lithuanian-Latvian border to the next destination – Rundale Palace. Overnight stay at the car park of Rundale Palace. Dinner in a restaurant with Latvian specialities.
Day 6: Rundale - Gauja National Park (approx. 170km)
Guided tour of Rundale Palace, which is one of the most important monuments of the Baroque and Rococo art in the Baltic States, and is often referred to as the "Versailles of the North". Departure to Gauja National park. On the way, we recommend to visit the ruins of Bauska Castle and picturesque ruins of Koknese. Check-in at the idyllically situated campsite by the lake.  Time at your leisure.
Day 7: Sightseeing Gauja National Park
Guided bus excursion to the beautiful Gauja National Park. A fantastically beautiful landscape with many castles, spectacular views of the untouched nature, many hiking trails and even more to really relax and just enjoy the time. Guided tours in the Sigulda and Turaida castles, the Gutman’s Cave and the middle-aged town of Cesis. Lunch break in a rustic Latvian restaurant. Back to the campsite. Rest and relaxation.
 
Day 8: Cesis - Sangaste - Waide (approx. 170km)
Continue via Valmiera and the Latvian-Estonian border to Sangaste. Today’s programme includes a guided visit to Sangaste Castle, which is modelled based on the famous Windsor Castle in England. Opportunity for a coffee break in the restaurant of the castle.  The route continues through beautiful Estonian landscapes to Waide. Check-in at the campsite, free time.
Day 9: Excursion Tartu
Guided bus excursion to the beautiful university town of Tartu. During a walking tour with your local guide you will discover the Town Hall Square with the Fountain of Kissing Students, the famous Tartu University, St. John’s Church with its unique terracotta figures, the mighty ruins of the Cathedral and much more. Afterwards, there is time for a lunch break and your own discoveries. Return to the campsite in late afternoon.
Day 10: Waide - along Lake Peipus - Toila (approx. 200km)
Departure to North Estonia. Today there are many sightseeing opportunities along the route: Alatskivi Castle; the villages of the Old Believers, the Orthodox nunnery Pühtitsa in Kuremäe, the border town Narva with the Hermann castle and many more. Check-in at a campsite in Toila. Free time at your disposal.
Day 11: Stay in Toila 
The day is at your free disposal. Time for relaxation, spa and wellness, take a hike in the nature or walk on the beach. 
 
Day 12: Toila - Lahemaa National Park - Tallinn (approx. 200km)
Today brings you a scenic highlight as you travel to the natural paradise on the Baltic Sea beach – Lahemaa National Park. A landscape with peninsulas reaching far into the sea and restored manor houses Palmse, Sagadi and Vihula, is one of the most beautiful places in Estonia. Other sights worth seeing in Lahemaa National Park are the high moor of Viru Raba, the legendary “captain’s village” Käsmu, fishing village Altja with its typical farms and tavern, where traditional dishes are served. Check-in at a campsite in Tallinn.
Day 13: Excursion in Tallinn
Today you will discover the beauties of Tallinn,  the capital of Estonia, on a guided excursion by bus and on foot. The Old Town presents itself as a carefully maintained medieval gem, which is unique in Northern Europe and, therefore, it is rightly listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The old Hanseatic city on Tallinn Bay has many historical and cultural sights such as the magnificent Town Hall, the Cathedral, the well-preserved city walls with towers, the Guild Houses, St. Nicholas and Holy Spirit Churches and many more. Return to the campsite in late afternoon.
Day 14: Tallinn - Saaremaa Island (approx. 220km)
Today your way leads to an extraordinary beauty of Estonia, to the islands Saaremaa and Muhu. Sleepy fishing villages, windmills, thatched houses and wildly romantic landscapes make the island an unforgettable experience for visitors. On the way to the island of Saaremaa, we recommend a stop in the dreamy little town of Haapsalu, located directly on the seaside. It has many colourful wooden houses, medieval Castle surrounded by the legend of the “White Lady”, and beautiful promenade characterise the spa town. Ferry ride from Virtsu to Kuivastu. Continue to Kuressaare to a campsite. Free time at your disposal.
Day 15: Excursion Saaremaa
Guided bus tour of the contrasting island of Saaremaa. The highlights of Saaremaa include: Kuressaare castle, Angla with the windmills, Karja with St. Catherine’s Church, Kaali with the meteorite crater, the steep coast of Panga, the Massilinn Order Castle, the Mihkli Farm Museum and many more. Lunch break at a local restaurant with Estonian specialities. Return to the campsite.
Day 16: Saaremaa - Pärnu - Riga (approx. 330km)
You will now leave Kuressaare and drive to Pärnu, the famous seaside resort and summer capital of Estonia. Here you have time for a walk through the Old Town, where you should definitely see beautifully renovated Elisabeth Church, the town hall in classicist style, the remains of the town fortifications. Enjoy a soothing walk along the Baltic Sea coast. The journey continues to Riga, the capital of Latvia. Check-in at a campsite. Free time at your disposal.
 
Day 17: Excursion Riga
After breakfast, you will meet your guide for the Riga city tour. A diverse architecture with colourful merchants’ houses, the Hanseatic guilds, St. Peter’s Church with the tower, the Blackhead House on the Town Hall Square and the unique Art Nouveau houses in the famous Alberta street - are only a few must-see attractions. Of course, a visit to the largest Baltic market in Latvia is not to be missed. The afternoon is at the guests’ disposal. Return to the campsite in Riga.
Day 18: Riga - Liepaja - Palanga – the Curonian Spit (approx. 350km)
Drive from Riga to the Curonian Spit, to Nida.  A stopover in Liepaja (“City of the Wind”) with its white sandy beach and the beautiful old town. On the way, we recommend you to visit seaside resort Palanga and the impressive Amber Museum in the Tyszkiewicz’s Palace. Short ferry crossing to the Curonian Spit and onward journey to a campsite in Nida. Time at your leisure.
Day 19: The Curonian Spit
Guided bus tour to the beautiful Curonian Spit, which is famous for its untouched nature with huge shifting sand dunes, thatched fishermen’s houses and endless sandy beaches. In the fishing village of Nida, you will visit the High Dune with sundial, the Protestant church with ethnographic cemetery, the famous Thomas Mann House. In the settlement of Juodkrante, you will explore the cormorant colony, the old villa quarter and the legendary Amber Bay. Return to the campsite in Nida.
Day 20: Day at your leisure
Today you can relax and spend your time at the beautiful beach. We also recommend boat or bicycle tours. Farewell dinner in a local restaurant in Nida with traditional folklore. 
Day 21: Your journey ends today
We say thank you to all the participants and wish you a safe journey home.
The following services are included in the package price:
 
EXCURSIONS by bus and English-speaking guide:
  • City tour in Klaipeda:
  • Vilnius and Trakai + entrance castle; 
  • Gauja National Park + entrance fee Turaida Castle + lunch (2-course menu);
  • Tartu; Tallinn; Saaremaa Island + lunch (2-course menu);
  • Riga; Curonian Spit + entrance fee Thomas Mann Museum;
 
SIGHTSEEING with the English-speaking guide:
  • Rundale Castle + entrance fee;
  • Sangaste Castle + entrance fee;
 
CATERING
  • Dinner at Rundale Castle (3-course menu)
  • Dinner with folklore in Nida
 
Complete tour price on request.

The price will be calculated within the concrete booking details, depending on the travel date, number of participants and requested travel services.  Programme changes are possible according to your travel wishes.  We will be happy to provide you with your personal ferry offer. Please contact us and let us know your wishes.

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