Treasures of the Baltic by Bike Guided Cycle

On arrival in Vilnius, make your way to the joining hotel (we can assist with an arrival transfer from the airport if required - please ask for our rates). There will be a city tour tomorrow morning however, depending when you arrive, we recommend taking a walk through the old town. At 7:30 pm there will be a welcome meeting at the hotel with your tour guide and group. Dinner is at your leisure.

After breakfast at 9.00am there will be a guided walking tour of Vilnius Old Town. Set on the Vilnia river and with its historic centre awash with beautiful buildings and cobblestoned streets, Vilnius has a wonderful ambience. It has been known as the 'Jerusalem of Lithuania' or the 'Jerusalem of the north' and was declared the European Capital of Culture in 2009. After taking time to explore the centre, we transfer by bus to just outside the city to begin our first cycle to Trakai, the former capital of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. After an optional visit to the 14th century Trakai Island Castle, built on a small island in Lake Galve, we transfer by coach to Kaunas. (115km/71.5mi coach travel).

Explore Kaunas by bike on a picturesque cycle trail along the Nemunas River. En route stop for a picnic lunch (included). Finish the ride in Zapyškis, famous for its unusual small 14th century Gothic church. Transfer to the Baltic coast and Klaipeda, a modern town at the Baltic Sea where we stay tonight. Dinner is at leisure tonight. (230km/144mi coach travel - total transfer time approximately 3hrs)

Morning transfer by bus to Nida, one of Lithuania's most picturesque resorts. After exploring the sights in Nida, embark on a scenic ride along the Curonian Spit, renowned for its amber and pristine sandy beaches. Follow the newly reconstructed Seaside Cycle Route, taking in the breathtaking views of the Curonian Spit, which forms a natural barrier between the Baltic Sea and the Curonian Lagoon. Conclude your day's adventure with a short ferry ride to Klaipeda’s charming Old Town. Dinner is included tonight. (50km/31mi coach or boat travel)

We'll have an early morning ride to Palanga through the Seaside Regional Park, a former Soviet military training area. On arrival in Palanga, Lithuania's largest seaside resort, we visit the Botanical Garden and the Amber Museum in the Palace of Count Tyszkiewicz, which has over 25,000 pieces of amber and 15,000 insects on display. In the afternoon, we transfer across the border to Riga, the capital of Latvia, stopping along the way at the Hill of Crosses, an unforgettable sight of thousands of crosses on two small hills. A group dinner is included this evening. (290km/180mi coach travel - total transfer time approximately 4.5hrs)

After breakfast we'll have a guided walking tour of Riga old town, a medieval Hanseatic town famous for its Art Nouveau buildings. In the afternoon you can enjoy free time in Riga or cycle to Jurmala, the largest resort in the Baltic States and well known for its long, white, sand beaches, mineral waters and mud with healing properties, or cycle one way and return by train (tickets not included). Evening at leisure.

Morning transfer by bus to the Estonian border to begin today’s cycle along the Baltic Coast. Ride through a landscape of quiet coves, sandy beaches, and small fishing villages. The coastal road also passes by wetlands rich in birdlife, where you may spot herons, storks, and other wildlife among the reeds. Take a bus transfer or continue cycling north (extra 16 km/10 mi) to reach Pärnu, Estonia’s summer capital, known for its long sandy beach, lively promenade, and spa traditions. On arrival, check in to your hotel. Vehicle transfer: 115 km/71 mi, approx 2 hrs

Morning transfer by minibus and ferry to Saaremaa, Estonia’s largest island, which has preserved the charm of old rural Estonia. With its quiet roads, flat terrain, and unspoiled countryside, Saaremaa offers the perfect setting for cycling. Today’s route follows picturesque country lanes, passing the iconic windmills of Angla and the famous Kaali meteorite crater, one of the rarest natural wonders in Europe and listed among the world’s great craters. Continue to Kuressaare, the island’s capital, and check in to your hotel in the historic old town for a two-night stay. Vehicle transfer: 130 km/81 mi by minibus, 6 km/4 mi by ferry

Today we enjoy a ride across Saaremaa Island’s wild beauty at Sorve Peninsula, finishing with a visit to Kuressaare, the capital of Saaremaa. Kuressaare is home to one of the finest preserved medieval Episcopal Castles in the Baltics, dating from the 13th Century. Free time to explore the town and the Bishops castle before transferring back to the hotel. Dinner at leisure tonight. (50km/31mi coach travel)

Morning transfer by bus and ferry back to the mainland to continue the journey north. Cycle along the Baltic coast, passing the scenic Keila-Joa waterfall and the dramatic Türisalu coastal cliffs. Conclude the ride in Tallinn, Estonia’s capital, and check in to your hotel. In the afternoon, join a guided walking tour of Tallinn’s enchanting Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The city grew in importance as a strategic port between Russia and Scandinavia, and has evolved into a vibrant cultural city with a delightful walled historic centre. There is an eclectic mix of medieval and modern, Soviet and classic Estonian, grand church spires and crumbling wooden houses. A farewell dinner is included tonight. Vehicle transfer: 200km/124mi

The trip concludes after breakfast. A transfer to the airport or additional accommodation can be arranged - please ask for our rates. We can assist with booking extra nights here on request.