10 Days Baltic States Self Drive trip

Breakfast at hotel Gauja National Park exploring The Gauja National Park often called Switzerland of Latvia by locals is the largest and oldest of the national parks in Latvia, characterized by great biological diversity, variety of landforms, natural springs, sandstone outcrops, picturesque views and unique natural, cultural and historical monuments. The Gauja national park exploration starts in Sigulda, a small medieval town in the valley of the Gauja river. You will explore it's cultural sights and nature surroundings and get some breathtaking views of the Gauja valley. During the trip you will also visit a Gutman’s cave – the largest in the Baltics sandstone cave which is also a geological protected monument. You will get to know the medieval Latvian legend of the Rose of Turaida and see the ruins of the Turaida castle. Drive to Gutman's cave Visit Gutman's cave Drive to Turaida castle Visit Turaida castle Drive to Cesis Exploring Cesis Overnight in Cesis 3-4* hotel

Breakfast at hotel Drive from Cesis to Valmiermuiza brewery Valmiera town Valmiera, the northern gateway to Gauja National Park, delights visitors with its beautiful nature and its cultural and historic monuments, along with hosting interesting cultural and sporting events, and providing breathtaking stories and legends. Tour at Valmiermuiza brewery (if booked) Drive to Tartu Explore Tartu Tartu lays claim to being Estonia’s spiritual capital, with locals talking about a special Tartu vaim (spirit), created by the time-stands-still feel of its wooden houses and stately buildings, and the beauty of its parks and riverfront. Tartu was the cradle of Estonia’s 19th-century national revival, and escaped Soviet town planning to a greater degree than Tallinn. Its handsome centre is lined with classically designed 18th-century buildings, many of which have been put to innovative uses. Driving to Tallinn Overnight in Tallinn 3-4* hotel

Breakfast at hotel Free day to explore Tallinn The capital of Estonia – Tallinn welcomes city guests by its stony streets going straight to one of many medieval fortresses. From these fairytale towers breathtaking panoramic views suddenly appear and leave everyone stunned. This is one of many layers of this city and it creates a great impression for better knowledge. In these medieval streets, between colorful houses, counting hundreds of years, life itself happens. Fairs of handcrafted goods by locals full of freshly baked pastries happening in the squares, outdoor cafes and restaurants full of smiling people. Furthermore – urban and hip districts with non-traditional and modern activities – galleries of contemporary art, fashionable bars and restaurants, concert venues, welcomes every guest that comes to enjoy Tallinn. Overnight in Tallinn 3-4* hotel

Breakfast at hotel Lahemaa National Park Located on the northern coast of Estonia, Lahemaa is perfect for a hiking trip and nature watching. Here you will find stony and sandy seashores, picturesque bogs, pine and cliff forests, rivers that cut into the limestone cliff as well as erratic rocks left over from the last Ice Age. Lahemaa is one of Europe’s most important forest conservation areas, where many large mammals live. Drive to Sagadi manor Visit Sagadi manor Drive to Oandu forest nature trail Hike in Oandu forest nature trail Drive to Altja Village Free lunch at Altja Tavern Exploring Altja village Drive to Viru bog Hike in Viru Bog Drive to Tallinn Overnight in Tallinn 3-4* hotel

Breakfast at hotel Drive to Tallinn airport Drop off rental car at Tallinn airport Departure flight