20 Day Travelmarvel Baltic Charm & Treasures of Russia - Vilnius to Moscow

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From:

Vilnius to Moscow

Duration:

20 Days

Tour Type:

Escorted Coach Tour and Cruise

Code:

EUTCSMB20

Trip Inclusions

Transfers, port charges and tipping
Explore 14 towns, villages and cities
42 meals - 19 breakfasts, 9 lunches and 14 dinners
Services of a Tour Director, Cruise Director and local guides
10 nights exploring Russia’s waterways on the premium river ship, the MS Rossia
Daily bottled water, tea and coffee, as well as soft drink, beer and wine with dinner on your cruise
Two nights in Vilnius, Rīga, Tallinn and three nights in Helsinki

Itinerary

DAY1

Arrive Vilnius

Fly into Vilnius, Lithuania’s enchanting capital, and be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel for a Welcome Reception.

Stay: Two Nights, Vilnius, Radisson Blu Hotel Lietuva

DAY2

Vilnius

This morning, embark on a guided tour of Vilnius. Then, venture to Trakai Island Castle, a magnificent stone castle built in the 14th century. Tonight, enjoy a traditional dinner at a local restaurant.

Daily :

Breakfast
Dinner

DAY3

Vilnius, Šiauliai, Rīga

After breakfast, travel to Šiauliai where you’ll visit the awe-inspiring Hill of Crosses. Later, farewell Lithuania, crossing the border into Latvia and continuing on to its capital, Rīga.

Stay: Two Nights, Rīga, Radisson Blu Latvija Hotel

Daily :

Breakfast
Dinner

DAY4

Rīga

INSIDER EXPERIENCE

Head to Black Magic Bar to enjoy a tasting of Black Balsam, a traditional Latvian herbal liqueur.

Today, join a local guide for a tour of historic Rīga, taking in the Germanic art nouveau architecture of the Old Town.

Daily :

Breakfast

DAY5

Rīga, Līgatne, Cēsis, Tallinn

INSIDER EXPREIENCE

In Līgatne, a town on the Gauja River, visit the Secret Soviet Bunker, a Cold War bomb shelter.

Enjoy an Insider Experience then cross the border into Estonia. Continue to Cēsis and enjoy time to explore before arriving in Tallinn.

Stay: Two Nights, Tallinn, Radisson Blu Olympia

Daily :

Breakfast
Dinner

DAY6

Tallinn

Today, set out on a guided tour of Tallinn. Visit the Kadriorg district, a throwback to the time when Estonia was ruled by the Russian Tsars. You’ll also pass by the Song Festival Grounds, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and the Town Hall Square.

Daily :

Breakfast

DAY7

Tallinn, Helsinki

Farewell Estonia as you embark on a ferry crossing over the Gulf of Finland into Helsinki. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the evening to explore at leisure.

Stay: Three Nights, Helsinki, Scandic Grand Marina

Daily :

Breakfast

DAY8

Helsinki

Join your local guide for a tour of Helsinki, including its spectacular harbour. Then, during free time, perhaps explore the Temppeliaukio Church, a magnificent structure with an interior constructed out of solid rock and bathed in natural light.

Daily :

Breakfast
Dinner

DAY9

Helsinki

Today, enjoy a day at leisure in Helsinki. Or perhaps set off on an optional trip to the medieval town of Porvoo (own expense).

Daily :

Breakfast

DAY10

Helsinki, St Petersburg, Embark Ship

After breakfast, board the high-speed Allegro train bound for Russia. Arrive in St Petersburg and transfer to your river ship.

Stay: 10 Nights, aboard your river ship, the MS Rossia.

Daily :

Breakfast
Dinner

DAY11

St Petersburg, City Tour, Peterhof Park

This morning enjoy a tour of St Petersburg to see Nevsky Prospect, the University quarter, Palace Square and tour the Bath Block. This afternoon, perhaps take a guided tour of Peterhof Palace (own expense).

Daily :

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

DAY12

St Petersburg, Hermitage Museum

Be prepared to be dazzled today as you visit the State Hermitage to explore one of the oldest museums in the world.

Daily :

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

DAY13

Mandrogi

Insider Experience

Be treated to a Russian language lesson on board, where you’ll learn some essential phrases.

Today, arrive in the village of Mandrogi where you’ll wander amid the quirky collection of old wooden houses and visit the famous Vodka Museum.

Daily :

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

DAY14

Kizhi Island

INSIDER EXPERIENCE

Visit the Open Air Museum of Architecture on Kizhi Island.

Set out on a guided walking tour of Kizhi Island and see the Transfiguration Church, a 22-domed structure built in 1714 without a single nail. Afterwards, cruise across Lake Onega.

Daily :

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

DAY15

Goritsy

Today, cruise White Lake and the Volga-Baltic Waterway, connecting the Baltic and Caspian seas. Arrive in Goritsy, a peaceful farming town. Enjoy a tour and visit one of Russia’s largest medieval abbeys, the Monastery of St Cyril.

Daily :

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

DAY16

Yaroslavl

Today, explore Yaroslavl on a guided tour and discover its classical architecture and golden-domed churches.

Daily :

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

DAY17

Uglich

Cruise to Uglich, one of the Golden Ring cities that lie to the northeast of Moscow. On a tour, see the former Kremlin of Uglich and visit the colourful Church of St Demetrios on the Blood. This afternoon, set sail along the Volga River towards Moscow.

Daily :

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

DAY18

Moscow

On arrival in Moscow, explore the landmarks with a local guide. Venture inside the Kremlin, a fortified complex that was once the royal residence of the Tsars. Tonight, perhaps explore Moscow by Night.

Daily :

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

DAY19

Moscow

Take a guided tour of Moscow and head to Red Square to see the iconic St Basil’s Cathedral. This evening enjoy a Farewell Dinner and vodka tasting.

Daily :

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

DAY20

Disembark Ship, Depart Moscow

After breakfast, be transferred to the airport for your onward flight.

Daily :

Breakfast

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20 Day Travelmarvel Baltic Charm & Treasures of Russia - Vilnius to Moscow

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Itinerary

Arrive Vilnius

Vilnius

Vilnius, Šiauliai, Rīga

Rīga

INSIDER EXPERIENCE

Rīga, Līgatne, Cēsis, Tallinn

INSIDER EXPREIENCE

Tallinn

Tallinn, Helsinki

Helsinki

Helsinki

Helsinki, St Petersburg, Embark Ship

St Petersburg, City Tour, Peterhof Park

St Petersburg, Hermitage Museum

Mandrogi

Insider Experience

Kizhi Island

INSIDER EXPERIENCE

Goritsy

Yaroslavl

Uglich

Moscow

Moscow

Disembark Ship, Depart Moscow

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