Visit the manors in Latvia & Estonia
Trip programme:
1 day: Arrival
Flight to Riga. You will be welcomed at the airport by your German or English-speaking tour guide and taken to your hotel in a comfortable coach. First acquaintance with the culturally and historically rich city of Riga during a leisurely stroll through the picturesque alleyways and courtyards. Dinner in the hotel restaurant. Overnight stay in Riga.
Day 2: Excursion to the Historic Region of Semgallen (Approx. 250 km)
Start your day with breakfast at the hotel restaurant before embarking on an excursion to explore the most beautiful and majestic castles and manors of the historic Semgallen region. The itinerary includes visits to Jelgava Palace, Blankenfelde Manor, and the Rundāle Palace. Return to Riga in the evening, followed by dinner at a traditional local restaurant in the city.
Day 3: Riga – Gauja National Park – Taagepera (Approx. 220 km)
Begin the day with breakfast at the hotel restaurant. After check-out, load your luggage onto the bus and set off for Gauja National Park. Highlights of the day include visits to Sigulda Manor and Turaida Castle. Next, visit Ungurmuiža Manor, a unique 18th-century Baroque architectural gem entirely built in wood and preserved to this day. The journey continues to Taagepera, Estonia, where you’ll check in at the elegant Wagenküll Manor. End the day with a delightful dinner in the manor's restaurant.
Day 4: Taagepera – Tartu – Alatskivi – Lahemaa National Park (Approx. 265 km)
Start the day with breakfast at the manor's restaurant. After check-out, load your luggage onto the bus and travel to Tartu, Estonia’s historic university town. Enjoy a guided tour of the old town with time for sightseeing and an optional lunch break. Continue the journey to Alatskivi Manor, situated near the shores of Lake Peipus. Explore this enchanting manor before heading into Lahemaa National Park. Arrive at Vihula Manor, a historic estate first mentioned in 1501 when it was owned by the Von Lode family, later passing to the noble Von Helffreich and Von Schubert families. After check-in, conclude the day with dinner at the manor's restaurant.
Day 5: Lahemaa – Tallinn (Approx. 95 km)
Enjoy breakfast in the manor's restaurant before checking out and loading your luggage onto the bus. Begin the day with an excursion through Lahemaa National Park, featuring visits to the elegant Palmse and Sagadi manor houses. Stroll through Käsmu, the charming captain’s village, and enjoy an optional lunch break at the historic Viitna Inn, known for its Estonian specialties. Later, embark on a scenic hike through the Viru Raba bog, immersing yourself in the natural beauty of the region. Conclude the day with a drive to Tallinn, where you’ll check in at the hotel. Enjoy dinner at the hotel restaurant and stay overnight.
Day 6: Tallinn
Start your day with breakfast in the hotel restaurant. Begin with a guided excursion to the baroque Kadriorg Castle, commissioned by Peter the Great in 1718 as a summer residence. Today, the castle houses the Museum of Foreign Art. Stroll through the picturesque palace park before continuing to the iconic Song Festival Grounds, known as the Singers' Meadow. Return to the city center for a guided tour of Tallinn, highlighting the city's most significant landmarks and attractions. The afternoon is free for guests to explore the city at their leisure. Conclude the day with dinner at a local restaurant in the heart of Tallinn.
Day 7: Tallinn
Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel restaurant. After check-out, transfer to Tallinn Airport for your flight home.
The following services are included in the tour price:
- 2x overnight stays with breakfast in a hotel in Riga
- 1x overnight stay with breakfast at Wagenküll Manor in Taagepera
- 1x overnight stay with breakfast at Vihula Manor in Lahemaa National Park
- 2x overnight stays with breakfast in a hotel in Tallinn
- 6x half board in the restaurants according to the program (3-course menu)
- 7x days German or English-speaking tour guide from Riga to Tallinn according to program
- 7x days comfortable transportation from Riga to Tallinn according to the program
Entrance fees: Jelgava Palace, Blankenfelde Manor, Rundale Palace, Sigulda & Turaida Castles, Ungurmuiza Manor, Alatskivi Manor, Palmse & Sagadi Manors
Full tour price on request.
Program changes are possible according to your wishes. The binding offer price is determined as part of a specific travel offer - depending on the travel date, availability of flights, number of travelers and location/category of accommodation. We will be happy to create a personalized flight offer for you. Get in touch with us and let us know your wishes!