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Experience the charm of Eastern Europe on this 13-day Poland and Baltic Discovery group tour. Traverse from Warsaw to Vilnius whilst exploring historical treasures and vibrant cultures. Discover the medieval wonders of Krakow, the picturesque streets of Riga, and the stunning architecture of Tallinn. Enjoy guided city tours, visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and indulge in the local cuisine. This tour promises a blend of history, culture, and scenic beauty across Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia.

For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more download our Trip Notes

Tour Overview

Duration

13 days

Starts

Krakow

Ends

Tallinn

Range

Handpicked

Tour Guide

Yes - escorted by a tour leader

Group Size

Min 2 / Max 36

Minimum age

5 yrs, accompanied by an adult

Departs

Tuesdays

Hotel Rating

4 star hotels

Countries

Estonia, Lithuania, Latvia, Poland

Arrival Transfer

Yes

Departure Transfer

Yes

Meals included

Breakfast: 12
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R 10,000.00
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Tour Highlights

Krakow - Explore the former royal capital. Visit St Mary's Church, the Jagiellonian University and Wawel Castle & Cathedral
Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial Museum - Take an optional excursion to this infamous former Nazi concentration camp (must be pre booked)
Warsaw - Stroll through the reconstructed old town, visit the Royal Castle, St John's Cathedral and the Old Town Market Square
Bialowieza National Park - Take a leisurely walk along nature trails of the forest and visit its famous European Bison Show Reserve
Kaunas - Visit the former capital of Lithuania and admire the beautiful Old Town with its elegant white Baroque Town Hall
Vilnius - Explore Lithuania's charming capital which has one of the largest surviving medieval old towns in Northern Europe
Siauliai - Marvel at Lithuania's revered Hill of Crosses, where over 200,000 wooden crosses have been erected on a small hill
Rundale Palace - Marvel at this magnificent palace, a former summer residence of the Duke of Courland
Riga - Uncover the highlights of Riga, Estonia's vibrant capital, with a tour of the Art Nouveaux District and Old Town
Tallinn - Learn about the history of this charming Medieval city and explore the picturesque Old Town

Included

11 nights 4 star hotels and 1 night 3 star hotel
12 breakfasts (optional hotel dinner supplement available - 12 x 3-course dinner with coffee/tea)
Guided sightseeing in Krakow, Warsaw, Vilnius, Riga, Rundale Palace and Tallinn
Entrance to Wawel Castle in Krakow, St. John’s Cathedral in Warsaw, Bialowieski National Park, Peter and Paul Church in Vilnius, Rundale Palace and medieval Great Guild Hall in Tallinn
Escorted by a bi-lingual (English and German speaking) tour leader, with English speaking guides for city tours
One arrival transfer on Day 1 and one departure transfer on Day 13 included per booking
All relevant transportation in private modern vehicles
Welcome meeting with a champagne-cocktail or juice
Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go. Minimum group size 2 - maximum 36.

Not Included

International flights and visas
Tipping - an entirely personal gesture

Itinerary

Day 1 - Krakow

Welcome to Poland and the beautiful city of Krakow. Upon arrival at Krakow airport you'll be met and transferred to your hotel in the heart of the city. The rest of the day is at leisure. A welcome meeting will be held this evening, in the lobby, at around 7pm.

Overnight: Krakow

Day 2 - Krakow city tour

This morning we explore the former royal capital of Krakow, holding this title for over 500 years it is a city which holds many traditions, secrets and stories within it. The morning sightseeing tour takes us to the Old Town where we see St. Mary’s Church, the Jagiellonian University, the Cloth Halls and Wawel with the Wawel Castle and the Wawel Cathedral.

This afternoon is free for your to further explore Krakow independently. There is also the opportunity to join an optional excursion to the impressive Wielizka Salt Mine. This incredible labyrinth of tunnels is often referred to as 'the underground salt Cathedral of Poland' due to its stunning interior.

Overnight: Krakow
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 - Optional Auschwitz excursion

Krakow - Warsaw. The morning offers an optional excursion to Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial Museum (note: this optional excursion must be pre booked before departure, due to limited availability). Alternatively enjoy a free morning to explore Krakow on your own. Early afternoon transfer to Krakow railway station and departure by train to Warsaw. Arrival to Warsaw railway station and transfer to our hotel for check in.

Overnight: Warsaw
Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 - Warsaw city tour

Today we discover the history of Warsaw, a city which saw near complete destruction by the end of World War Two. In the years since the old town has been meticulously rebuilt to its former glory. On a morning sightseeing tour we take in the Royal Route and the Old Town, where we see the Royal Castle, St John’s Cathedral, the Old Town Market Square and the Barbican.

This afternoon there's free time to explore Warsaw independently. Alternatively there's an optional excursion to the Royal Lazienki Park, home to Lazienki Palace, also know as the Palace on the Water. This evening there's an optional Polish dinner.

Overnight: Warsaw
Meals: Breakfast

Day 5 - Bialowieza National Park

Warsaw - Biaylistok. Today we continue through Eastern Poland with its dense forests to the Podlasie region and Bialowieza National Park, with its famous European Bison Show Reserve. After a leisurely stroll along the nature trails of the forest, we continue to Biaylistok where we check into our hotel. In the late afternoon we visit Bialystok and see its landmark Branicki Palace (exterior only).

Overnight: Biaylistok
Meals: Breakfast

Day 6 - Kaunas

Biaylistok - Vilnius (Lithuania). Departing Biaylistok we travel through attractive resort towns into Lithuania and on to its capital Vilnius. We stop en route in Kaunas, the former capital of Lithuania, to admire the beautiful Old Town and the elegant white Baroque Town Hall before our late afternoon arrival in Vilnius.

Overnight: Vilnius
Meals: Breakfast

Day 7 - Vilnius Tour

This morning we explore Vilnius, capital of Lithuania on a panoramic tour of the city and a walking tour of the Old Town. On our walking tour we see Vilnius Cathedral, Gediminas Tower, Peter and Paul Church, St. Anne’s Church, Old University and the Gates of Dawn.

This afternoon is free for you to explore Vilnius independently. There's also the option to join an excursion to Trakai, the medieval capital of Lithuania and home to the well preserved Trakai Castle, beautifully perched on an island in Lake Galve.

This evening there's the opportunity to indulge in an optional Lithuanian dinner.

Overnight: Vilnius
Meals: Breakfast

Day 8 - Hill of Crosses & Rundale Palace

Vilnius - Riga (Estonia). This morning we depart Vilnius and make our way to one of the most holy sites in Lithuania, the Hill of Crosses. It's believed that nearly 100,000 crosses of different sizes and designs have been left here over the years. It's uncertain when the tradition started but it has come to symbolize the fortitude of Catholicism in Lithuania.

This afternoon we make our way across the border into Latvia, reaching the impressive Rundale Palace, the former summer residence of the Duke of Courland. This beautiful baroque palace is ornately decorated and surrounded by stunning gardens. We continue on towards Riga later this afternoon, travelling through the rolling hills of the Southern Latvia.

Overnight: Riga
Meals: Breakfast

Day 9 - Riga Sightseeing

Today we discover the fascinating city of Riga, the capital of Latvia and the largest of the three Baltic capitals. Officially founded by the German bishop Albert in 1201, Riga is a city full of colourful architecture and mesmerising old world charm. On our walking tour this morning we visit the Art Nouveaux District and the Old Town. In the Old Town we see Riga Castle, the Dome Cathedral, St. Peter's Church, the Swedish Gates along with other fascinating parts of the city which demonstrate its rich history.

This afternoon is free for you to further explore Riga independently or to join an optional visit to Jurmala, the vibrant Latvian seaside resort. The evening offers an optional organ concert at the Dome Cathedral.

Overnight: Riga
Meals: Breakfast

Day 10 - Riga optional excursions

Today offers free time to further explore Riga independently or join our optional excursions. In the morning you can discover medieval Latvia on an optional tour of stunning Gauja National Park and the town of Sigulda. We listen to the medieval Latvian legend of the Rose of Turaida and see the ruins of the Episcopal Castle and of the Castle of the Knights of the Sword before returning to Riga.

In the afternoon an optional trip to the Ethnographical Open Air Museum will be offered, with its spacious exhibition of 18th century country life.

Overnight: Riga
Meals: Breakfast

Day 11 - Parnu & Tallinn

Riga - Tallinn (Estonia). Departing Riga this morning we make our way along the coastal highway, crossing into Estonia. From here we journey on to the beautiful summer resort of Parnu where we enjoy a short tour of this pretty city bisected by the Parnu River. Continuing on towards Tallinn, we make our way through the thick green forests of Northern Estonia. Arriving into Tallinn early afternoon the rest of the day is at leisure.

Overnight: Tallinn
Meals: Breakfast

Day 12 - Tallinn city tour

After breakfast we head out on a sightseeing tour of Tallinn. Tallinn is a enchanting blend of medieval and modern. The picturesque old town is a friendly, bustling place during the summer months with locals and tourists sampling the many fantastic cafes, galleries and shops. The sightseeing tour takes us around the old medieval city walls and into the Old Town where we see Toompea Castle, Dome Church, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, medieval Old Town Hall and Great Guild Hall.

This afternoon is free to explore Tallinn independently or you may wish to join an optional excursion to Kadriorg Park and a visit to the KUMU, the award winning new Estonian art museum. This evening there's an optional medieval dinner to celebrate the last night of our tour.

Overnight: Tallinn
Meals: Breakfast

Day 13 - Tallinn

Your Baltic experience ends after breakfast this morning and hotel check out. A transfer will be provided to take you to Tallinn Airport.

Meals: Breakfast

Tour Reviews

Communication poor. Didn't always know what was going on. Too much time where necessary to pay extra for tour or use as free time. Guides varied from excellent to poor.

We enjoyed our trip but unfortunately cannot give you more than 3 stars. Our tours guides both local and on the bus we friendly and knowledgable. However Tours appear to be disorganised and lasck communication. Unless you paid extra to do the afternoon tours, the excursion time was not confirmed and did not always match our printed individually itinery. The other tour attendees were very friendly, but the group size was way too big and all guests did not have the same fitness level. At times they were left behind. Also i do not suggest having a 3 hour walking tour after a big buffett breakfast. With the group size being so large, it maybe travel very uncomfortable in poland as we had a small bus. Also the bus and coach bus were not clean daily. Rublish was left in the seat and tour guests easily transmitted their cold and flu symptons. The hotels met expectations. Valda the breakfast chef at Radisson in Vilanous was the best hotel staff. Very charming. Please send thanks to Alex and Sanna. Both very good tour guides with different styles.

Extremely Disappointing Experience – Not Recommended While the accommodations were decent, the overall experience fell far short of expectations. We were misled several times, particularly regarding group sizewhich affected the quality of the experience. Moreover, several key landmarks liste d as part of the itinerary were either skipped or significantly rushed. We missed out on experiences we were promised, leaving a bad taste in what should have been a culturally rich journey. Transportation for the first week was unacceptable, with undercapacity and uncomfortable vehicles that detracted from the travel experience. Additionally, our guide, Alex, was nothing short of a disaster. His lack of care and professionalism was evident throughout the tour, particularly in his negligence towards some of the passengers who required more assistance. This level of disregard for basic duty of care is simply inexcusable. The Białowieża National Park excursion in Poland was especially disappointing. We were promised an experience showcasing the natural beauty of the park, but what we received felt more like a poorly maintained zoo. The area we visited barely resembled a national park, with few signs of the natural wildlife and much of the space appearing neglected. To make matters worse, the excursion brought us dangerously close to the Belarus border, which felt incredibly risky and unnecessary. This was neither the immersive nor safe experience we expected.

The tour lost and gained people as we travelled which was interesting. The local guides in Krakow and the Baltic countries were excellent especially at the end when there were over 30 in our group and we didn't have a " voice box". The overall Tour guide was very busy as he had 4 different language groups to look after. We rarely saw him after so many more joined in Vilinius. There were too many "add ons" for tours and meals which were often not value for money. I didn't do many extra tours for that reason. We weren't given enough warning often for the timing of the day. Therefore sometimes we had lunch at 3pm. If we had known we could have bought a sandwich and eaten it on the bus. The hotel in Warsaw was along way from the city centre or old town. Most other places the hotels were well situated and walking distance from restaurants or the city centre.

This tour was from Poland through Estonia. It was disorganized since it wasn’t always clear when we were meeting or where. Or how we were supposed to get back to our hotel. There were a lot of added costs since everything in the afternoon was an added expense. I did like our guides but with different groups coming and going it was disorganized. The only included food was breakfast

Extras and add-ons

If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.

Pre and Post Tour Accommodation

Extend your tour with us by booking pre and post-accommodation, available at a per-person, per-night rate.

Post tour accommodation - Tallinn

Double

R 1,395per passenger

Twin

R 1,395per passenger

Single

R 2,615per passenger

Pre tour accommodation - Krakow

Double

R 1,345per passenger

Twin

R 1,345per passenger

Single

R 2,615per passenger

Additional Excursions

Enhance your tour with these optional extras, helping you to get the most from your adventure.

Add-on: Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial Museum

R 1,925

per passenger

Dinner Supplement

R 7,915

per passenger

Hotels

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.

If you are interested in booking pre or post-tour accommodation, here are some of the hotels we typically use.

Hotel Golden Tulip Krakow City centre
Krakow

Located in the heart of the city, this hotel offers easy access to popular attractions such as the Main Market Square and Wawel Castle. The rooms are elegantly designed and equipped with modern amenities, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. The on-site restaurant serves delicious Polish and international cuisine, while the bar provides a cozy atmosphere to unwind. The Hotel Golden Tulip Krakow City Centre provides an excellent base for exploring the rich history and vibrant culture of Krakow.

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
4 Star Superior Hotel
Hotel Radisson Blu Sobieski
Warsaw

Located close to the Warsaw University Botanical Garden and the socialist realist Palace of Culture and Science, the Radisson Blu Sobieski Hotel is an ideal place to stay whilst in Warsaw, with easy metro access. Offering comfortable guest rooms with private bathrooms equipped with heated floors and a tub. Complimentary Wi-Fi and tea and coffee-making facilities are included in your stay. A superb buffet breakfast is served daily and the Marysieńka restaurant offers a range of international dishes.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel
Ibis Styles Bialystok
Bialystok

Located 12 mins from Branicki Palace, the ibis Styles Bialystok allows easy access to the city's attractions and landmarks, making it an excellent choice for exploring Bialystok. The rooms are tastefully designed and feature comfortable amenities, ensuring a pleasant stay for guests. The hotel's on-site restaurant serves a variety of delicious dishes, catering to different culinary preferences. Relax at the hotel's bar, which offers a range of beverages and a welcoming ambiance. With its creative flair, convenient amenities, and prime location, this hotel offers a memorable and enjoyable experience in Bialystok.

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
3 Star Hotel
Hotel Radisson Blu Lietuva
Vilnius

Standing on the banks of the River Neris, the Radisson Blu Hotel Lietuva is in the heart of Lithuania’s capital. Its sleek and modern-style guestrooms are equipped with plenty of amenities including free high-speed WiFi. Guests can enjoy a fresh meal at any time of day, with the onsite Riverside Restaurant serving a wide-ranging buffet of international favourites. The hotel also boasts a fitness centre, Nordic sauna, jacuzzi and beauty salon, with the Skybar being the perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine and the beautiful city views.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel
Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija
Riga

Ideally situated in the centre of Riga just 400 meters from the historical old town, the Radisson Blu Hotel Latvija offers impressive views over the city. The contemporary styled guestrooms are spacious and well equipped to cater for those visiting for leisure, business and even families with children. Guests can soak up the fabulous city views in the stylish Skyline bar located on the 26th floor. Or why not relax and visit the brand new and conceptually unique Spa Riga.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel
Hotel Radisson Blu Olympia
Tallinn

This centrally located hotel offers tastefully decorated guestrooms with modern conveniences such as high-speed WiFi, 24-hour room service and tea and coffee making facilities. Guests can enjoy an elegant Mediterranean dinner at the on-site Senso Restaurant or lighter bites at the delightful Café Boulevard. On the top floor you’ll find Club 26, where you can take a refreshing swim in the pool, work out in the well-equipped gym or relax in the sauna, all whilst admiring magnificent views over Estonia’s capital.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel

Prices & Dates

All departure dates are guaranteed with a minimum of 2 persons. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. Room sharing is not available on this tour.

2025
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27 May - 8 Jun
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10 Jun - 22 Jun
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24 Jun - 6 Jul
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29 Jul - 10 Aug
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