The Baltics in 7 Days: Tallinn, Riga & Vilnius by Express Coach
A budget-first 7-day tour connecting Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. Marvel at Tallinn medieval turrets, Riga unmatched Art Nouveau facades, and the Baroque courtyards and eccentric artist republic of Užupis in Vilnius.
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Medieval Tallinn Arrival & Toompea Views
TallinnArrive in Tallinn. Walk up to the free Kohtuotsa and Patkuli viewing platforms on Toompea Hill for panoramic vistas across the medieval spires.
Telliskivi Creative City & Kalamaja
TallinnExplore the trendy wooden quarter of Kalamaja, eat at Balti Jaam Market, and discover street art and craft shops in Telliskivi Creative City.
Lux Express Coach South to Riga
RigaBoard the 4h 15m Lux Express coach along the Baltic coast to Riga. Walk through the cobblestone alleys of Old Riga and visit the Freedom Monument.
Art Nouveau Boulevards & Central Market
RigaPhotograph the gargoyles along Alberta iela, visit the Art Nouveau Museum, and enjoy smoked fish and rye bread in the Zeppelin hangars of Riga Central Market.
Coach to Lithuania & Vilnius Old Town
VilniusTake the 4-hour Lux Express coach to Vilnius. Walk through Cathedral Square and climb Castle Hill up to Gediminas Tower for panoramic sunset views.
Republic of Užupis & Trakai Castle Day Trip
VilniusExplore the bohemian constitution of Užupis in the morning, then take the 32-minute commuter train to the fairytale 14th-century red-brick Trakai Island Castle.
Vilnius Baroque Churches & Departure
VilniusTour Saint Anne Gothic Church and the historic Vilnius University courtyards before taking the 8-minute train to Vilnius International Airport.
✂️ What I Would Cut If Short on Time
If limited to 5 days, spend 2 days in Tallinn and 3 days in Riga, saving Vilnius for a future trip.
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