Baltic, 12 Days · Tailor-made by car

The Amber Road

Discover the so-called Baltic diamond in Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia

This road trip passes through almost one hundred kilometres of Bronze Age and Neolithic mines. It's the route of a jewel, a trading route between the Baltic Sea and the Black Sea. Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia are the Baltic's diamonds and UNESCO recognised them by declaring their capitals' historical quarters as World Heritage Sites. A trip to this part of Eastern Europe means discovering an area of ​​contrasts, fusing the artistic expressions of the Middle Ages and Art Nouveau in an explosion of cultural wealth complemented by stunning nature and delicious cuisine. Medieval fortresses built in unspoilt spaces and crystal-clear waters caressing the coastline make these countries a unique destination for visitors in search of relaxation, culture and leisure. Their cuisine, with Russian, German and Scandinavian influences, is a delight to the palate. The ever-surprising landscapes make this a perfect road trip, especially given how close and accessible the three countries are. Embark upon this once-in-a-lifetime journey in search of lost amber.

The Amber Road

Departure date

Departures from December 2024 till November 2025

From

Dublin, Shannon, Cork...

CulturalFamiliesOver 55s

Travel details

  • Travel details

  • Day 1 City of origin - Riga (Latvia)

  • Day 2 Riga - Jurmala - Riga (Latvia)

  • Day 3 Riga - Pärnu - Tallinn (Estonia)

  • Day 4 Tallinn (Estonia)

  • Day 5 Tallinn - Rakvere - Tartu (Estonia) (optional boat trip on the Emajõgi River)

  • Day 6 Tartu - Valmiera - Cesis - Sigulda (Latvia)

  • Day 7 Sigulda - Rundale - Vilnius (Lithuania)

  • Day 8 Vilnius - Trakai - Vilnius (Lithuania)

  • Day 9 Vilnius - Kaunas - Klaipėda (Lithuania)

  • Day 10 Klaipėda - Nida - Klaipėda (Lithuania)

  • Day 11 Klaipėda - Palanga - Hill of Crosses - Riga (Latvia)

  • Day 12 Riga - City of origin

Your trip includes

  • Return flight.

  • Stay in selected hotel in Riga.

  • Selected meal plan in Riga.

  • Stay in selected hotel in Tallinn.

  • Selected meal plan in Tallinn.

  • Stay in selected hotel in Tartu.

  • Selected meal plan in Tartu.

  • Stay in selected hotel in Sigulda municipality.

  • Selected meal plan in Sigulda municipality.

  • Stay in selected hotel in Vilnius.

  • Selected meal plan in Vilnius.

  • Stay in selected hotel in Klaipeda.

  • Selected meal plan in Klaipeda.

  • Rent-a-car.

Your trip doesn't include

  • Possible toll charges.

  • Insolvency protection.

Important remarks

- Triple rooms in Europe are generally rooms with twin beds or a double, in which a folding bed is installed to accommodate the third person. Due to the inconvenience this causes, we advise against using this option as far the possible.

- Check-in time at the hotel on the day of arrival depends on each establishment, but in no case will it be before 3:00 p.m., unless otherwise indicated.

- The proposed excursions and tours for each day are purely suggestions, as you can tailor the trip to suit your times, tastes and needs.

- A credit card is considered a guarantee, so sometimes you will need one for check-in at hotels.

- Hotels usually have cots available. Otherwise, babies will have to share a bed with an adult.

- To pick up your rental car, you'll need a credit (not debit) card in the name of the person who made the booking, who must also be the named driver of the vehicle.

- Consult the necessary documentation to enter the destinations visited and for transit in the countries where air stopovers are made.

- You must give notice that you are going to cross the border while collecting the vehicle. Authorisation may be required to drive through certain countries or areas/states (as is the case in the US and Canada). Depending on the conditions set out in the rental contract and the company hired, you might be charged a surcharge payable at the destination office.

- Suggested round-trip ferry rides are optional and not included in the final price. If you intend to take the car on a ferry, please let the rental company know at the time of pick-up to receive authorisation. Depending on the conditions agreed to in the rental contract and the company you choose, you might be charged a fee payable at the destination.