K0505-13DBUDTLL • Operated by Kompas Holidays
Budapest to the Baltic States
13 Days • Budapest → Krakow → Warsaw → Vilnius → Riga → Tallinn
Thirteen days from Budapest through Krakow and Warsaw to the Baltic capitals of Vilnius, Riga and Tallinn.
Tour Spotlights
- Budapest
- Krakow
- Warsaw
- Vilnius
- Riga
- Tallinn
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive in Budapest
You will be met and transferred to your hotel. There’s time to relax before meeting your fellow travelers and Tour Director for a Welcome Dinner. (D)
Day 2
Budapest
Your sightseeing tour includes views of the Parliament, Royal Palace, Castle Hill area, Fisherman’s Bastion, Matthias Church, Heroes' Square, and Gellért Hill with its Citadel. The afternoon is free to explore the "Paris of the East"—shop along Váci Utca, sample apple strudel, sip Hungarian wine. (B)
Day 3
To Krakow
Travel through the scenic hills and countryside of Slovakia, past the Tatra Mountains, and into the plains of Poland en route to Krakow. (B)
Day 4
Krakow
This morning’s sightseeing tour includes Wawel Hill, a viewing of the Royal Castle and visit of the Royal Cathedral. Enjoy a walking tour of the Old Town, featuring the Main Market Square, Renaissance Cloth Hall, and a visit to St. Mary’s Church. The afternoon is free to relax or explore further. (B)
Day 5
To Warsaw
Join us for a guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau, the infamous World War II concentration camp and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Arrive in Warsaw later in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight. (B, D)
Day 6
Warsaw
Discover Warsaw, a 700 years old city that symbolizes Polish resilience. Drive along the historic Royal Route, passing Castle Square, Łazienki Park and Palace, the Palace of Science and Culture (“the wedding cake”), Saxon Gardens, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Monument to the Heroes of the Warsaw Ghetto, and Barbican. Continue with a walking tour of the Old Town, Market Square, and St. John’s Cathedral. The afternoon is at leisure.(B)
Day 7
To Vilnius
Travel across the Polish countryside and into Lithuania, arriving in its capital, Vilnius, by day’s end. (B)
Day 8
Vilnius
Explore Vilnius, located at the confluence of the Neris and Vilnia Rivers. Visit the Baroque St. Peter and St. Paul’s Church, and view the striking St. Anne’s Church. View Vilnius University (established in 1570), Gediminas’ Tower, and Vilnius Castle. The afternoon is at leisure. (B)
Day 9
To Riga
Depart this morning for Riga, the capital of Latvia. The rest of the day is free to begin discovering the city, its Art Nouveau architecture, and vibrant atmosphere. (B)
Day 10
Riga
Today’s sightseeing includes Riga Castle on the Daugava River, the Dome Cathedral, St. Jacob’s Cathedral, St. Peter’s Church, the Parliament building, the Liberty Monument, and the renowned Art Nouveau district. The remainder of the day is free. (B)
Day 11
To Tallinn
Travel to Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, situated on the southern coast of the Gulf of Finland. (B)
Day 12
Tallinn
Enjoy a walking tour of Tallinn’s Upper and Lower Old Town, featuring the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Toompea Castle, and the 14th-century Gothic Town Hall. The afternoon is free. In the evening, enjoy a Farewell Dinner with your Tour Director and fellow travelers. (B, D)
Day 13
Depart Tallinn
Check out from your hotel. Departure transfer to Tallinn airport. (B)
Included Features
- Selected class hotels
- Arrival transfer Budapest airport to hotel on day 1
- Departure transfer hotel to Tallinn airport on day 13
- Breakfast daily and 3 dinners
- Touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach
- Professional Tour Director throughout
- Luggage handling (1 pc per person)
- Whisper technology enhanced touring
- Service charges and hotel taxes
- Admissions indicated in BOLD letters: Fisherman’s Bastion, Royal cathedral, St. Mary Church, Auschwitz – Birkenau, St. Peter and St. Paul’s Church
Hotels
- Budapest: NH Budapest City or similar
- Krakow: Hotel Radisson Red or similar
- Warsaw: Hotel Mercure Centrum or similar
- Vilnius: Hotel Radisson or Novotel Centre or similar
- Riga: Hotel Radisson Latvia or similar
- Tallinn: Hotel Park Inn Meriton or similar