Day 1: Saturday, May 10 – Arrival in Vilnius
- 18:55 Arrival to Vilnius, transfer to the hotel Hilton Garden Inn
- 20:30 Dinner at the hotel restaurant
Day 2: Sunday, May 11 – Vilnius
- Breakfast in hotel
- 10:30 – 12:30 Visit of Grand Dukes Palace with a guide
- 13:00 – 14:00 Lunch at Lokys restaurant (joining South Korea group)
- 14:15 – 16:30 Walking Vilnius city tour - exploring UNESCO Old Town, a Baroque pearl and Green European Capital 2025. Getting to know the Uzupis Independent Republic – a bohemian neighborhood inhabited by artists, intellectuals and creatives
- 16:30 – 17:30 Amber workshop, getting acquainted with Lithuanian “gold”
- Free time
- 19:00 Dinner at Kristoforas restaurant in Old Town
- 21:00 Transfer to the hotel
Day 3: Monday, May 12 – Vilnius & Trakai
- Breakfast in hotel
- 09:00 - 10:30 Hotels’ inspection in Vilnius
- 10:30 - 12:00 Drive to Kaunas, second largest Lithuanian city and interwar capital
- 12:00 - 13:30 Lunch at Avilys restaurant
- 13:30 - 15:30 City tour in Kaunas
- 15:30 - 17:00 Drive to Trakai - the medieval capital of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, famous for its beautiful castle surrounded by lakes
- 17:00 - 18:00 Castle visit
- 18:00 - 18:30 Boat tour in Galve lake
- 18:45 - 21:00 Kibinai cooking class and tasting dinner at traditional Karaite restaurant Kybynlar
- 21:00 - 21:30 Return to Vilnius
Day 4: Tuesday, May 13 – Travel to Riga
- Breakfast in hotel and check out
- 10:00 - 11:30 Hotel site Inspection
- Lunch
- 13:00 Transfer to the airport for flight to Riga (15:30-16:20)
- 16.40 Arrival from Vilnius
- Transfer from the airport to the “Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel”
- 19.00 Get Together Party
Day 5: Wednesday, May 14 – Workshop & Gala Dinner
- 08:00 Breakfast at the Hotel RADISSON BLU LATVIJA CONFERENCE & SPA HOTE (ground floor)
- 08:45 Workshop opening. Hall Omega 2. Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel
- 09:00 - 11:00 Workshop. Hall Omega 2. Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel
- 11:00 - 11:30 Coffe break
- 11:30 - 13:30 Workshop. Hall Omega 2. Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel
- 13:30 - 15:00 Lunch
- 15:00 - 17:00 Workshop. Hall Omega 2. Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel
- 19:00 Gala dinner.
Day 6: Thursday, May 15 – Riga Exploration
- Breakfast
- 09.30 Meet your guide Mr. Janis Riekstins (+371 29121412) in the lobby, walk to the Art Noveau District.
- 10.00-10.45 Art Noveau District and Museum
Central Riga, the downtown area, is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List thanks to its Medieval dwellings, quaint 19th century wooden structures and its prime examples of Art Nouveau architecture that, actually, are like no other!
https://www.latvia.travel/en/art-nouveau - 10.45 Transfer to the Old Town.
- 11.00 – 12.00 Riga Old Town Guided Walking Tour
Old Town Riga, with its narrow cobble-stone streets, not only features gorgeous Medieval-era buildings, but unique sacral structures as well. Since 1997, the historical center of Riga has been included on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. From late Romanesque and Gothic architecture that has been part of the city's oldest structures since the beginning of the 13th century, to the buildings of the 19th century. Step-by-step, you will be able to follow the history of the second oldest Hanseatic City of the Baltics: the House of the Blackheads, the Old Town, Dome Church, and others.
https://www.latvia.travel/en/sight/old-town-riga - 12.00 – 12.20 Concerto Piccolo at Riga Dome Cathedral
Organ music concerts in Riga Dome Cathedral are unique opportunity to hear and experience one of the most wonderful organs in the World!
https://www.latvia.travel/en/sight/dome-square-and-cathedral - 12.35 – 14.00 Lunch at “Petergailis Restaurant”.
Walk to the Canal Cruise. - 14.30 – 15.30 Riga Canal & Daugava River Cruise
Enjoy a relaxing cruise on the Daugava River, offering stunning views of Riga’s skyline and landmarks.
https://rigabycanal.lv/en/ - 15.30 – 17.30 St. Peter`s Church Viewing Tower & Old Town.
Riga’s tallest church with a tower offering a breathtaking view of the red roofs of Old Town, the modern part of the city, Riga Bay and the Daugava River with its large port.
https://www.latvia.travel/en/sight/riga-st-peters-church - 18.30 Dinner at “Kalku varti” (located in the Old Town).
Address: Jauniela 20, Riga
Overnight “Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel”.
Day 7: Friday, May 16 – Jurmala & Relaxation
- Breakfast
- Check-out
- 09.30 Departure from Riga to Jurmala (approx. 40 min by bus)
- 10.10 Meet Aleksandra Stramkale, VisitJurmala Manager ( +371 29593981).
- 10.10 – 12.00 Arrival in Jūrmala resort city.
Jūrmala Open Air Museum.
Start the day with an excursion at the museum – old fishermen village.
Walking through the pine forest trail to the sandy beach of Jūrmala and amber hunting on the beach.
https://www.visitjurmala.lv/en/see-and-do/tourism-attractions/nature-parks-and-objects/jurmala-open-air-museum/ - 12.15 – 16.00 Lunch & Sightseeing in the centre of Jūrmala.
Jomas Street.
Explore Jomas Street, the main pedestrian street in Jūrmala, lined with charming cafes, restaurants, and shops. It's a great place to enjoy a leisurely stroll and some shopping.
https://www.visitjurmala.lv/en/see-and-do/tourism-attractions/
Afternoon Complimentary visit to the sea water relaxation center "Sea Wellness" / 120 min. (swimming pool (25 m) with sea water (29-30°C), cascades (3 m), underwater massage, children's pool, jacuzzi, Roman steam bath, Himalayan salt sauna, Cedar sauna). - 19.00 Dinner at “Il Sole Restaurant” (located at the hotel).
- 21.20 Sunset.
- Overnight “Baltic Beach Hotel & SPA”
Day 8: Saturday, May 17 – Sigulda-Pärnu-Tallinn
- Breakfast
- 08.30 – 10.00 Departure from Jurmala to Sigulda (approx. 1h 30min by bus)
- 10.00 Meet your guide Mr. Rolands Auzins (+371 29365307) outside the Sigulda New Castle in the parking lot.
Sigulda New Castle and Quarter.
The neo-Gothic style castle with its picturesque park is a beautiful place to explore and learn about Latvian history.
https://www.latvia.travel/en/sight/new-castle-sigulda-and-castle-quarter
Sigulda Livonian Order Castle.
The Livonian Order Castle of Sigulda was built in 1207 as a castella type castle; however, it was later rebuilt into a convent type building.
https://www.latvia.travel/en/sight/livonian-order-sigulda-castle - 11.30 Cable Car Ride.
Take a scenic cable car ride across the Gauja River Valley, offering breathtaking views of the landscape and the opportunity to see Sigulda from above.
https://tourism.sigulda.lv/objects/gaisa-trosu-cels-vagonins/?lang=en
Turaida Castle and Dainu Hill.
A medieval castle with stunning views of the Gauja River Valley. The castle also houses a museum with exhibits on Latvian history and culture.
https://www.latvia.travel/en/sight/turaida-museum-reserve - 13.00 – 14.30 Lunch at “Kungu Rija”.
- 14.30 – 16.00 Continue to Ainaži (approx. 1h 30 min by bus).
- 16:00 Group takeover from Latvia, restaurant Kapteiņa Osta
Short break in Pärnu, summer capital of Estonia, known for its long sandy beach, restaurants, cocktail bars, spas, and relaxed, laid-back vibes.
Continue towards Tallinn, the capital city of Estonia - 19:00 Arrival to Tallinn, Estonia's laidback capital city is a perfect holiday destination for those wanting to combine modern comforts, medieval charm, and coastal vibes.
Check-in to Nunne Boutique Hotel, located in the heart of Tallinn's Old Town, in the Nunne quarter surrounding the historic Walls of Tallinn. Opened summer 2023. - 20:00 Dinner at restaurant Art Priori, MICHELIN selected 2024
Day 9: Sunday, May 18 – Tallinn
- Breakfast at hotel, check-out
- 10:00 Guided tour in Tallinn`s old town. Tallinn is one of Northern Europe's best-preserved medieval cities and was added to UNESCO's list back in 1997. As part of the influential Hanseatic League, Tallinn was home to wealthy merchants who left their mark on the city's architecture.
Short visit to Telliskivi Creative City, located in the former industrial complex of Tallinn, which houses galleries, small shops, various creative companies, start-ups, and restaurants. - 13:00 Lunch in Lore bistro, MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2024, in seaside area Noblessner
- 14:30 Guided walk in Noblessner Quarter, once the major submarine shipyard of Imperial Russia, it has now turned into a seafront quarter that is open to the sea. Here you will find historical industrial buildings with their stately architecture, Noblessner Marina, art galleries, the best restaurants in the city. Stop by Seaplane Harbour, About 200 authentic items are on display at the historical seaplane hangar.
- 16:00 Guided bus tour to see Kadriorg Palace and Park. Palace was founded by Russian Tsar Peter I in 1718. The palace designed by Italian architect Nicola Michetti with its magnificent main hall is one of the most beautiful examples of Baroque architecture in Estonia and in Northern Europe as a whole.
- 17:00 Early dinner at Mon Repos, MICHELIN selected 2024, in Kadriorg district.
- 19:15 Transfer to airport
Departures:
- 18. May 21:25 - 22:15 Tallinn - Riga Air Baltic
- 19. May 00:05 - 07:55 Riga - Dubai Air Baltic
