Overview
Baltic Christmas Markets Escape
Have a very Baltic Christmas on this merry tour featuring festive holiday markets that glow with good tidings and timeless traditions. Bells are ringing and choirs are singing through Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia with merry wishes and magical wonders of the season. Discover brightly dressed trees in Christmas lights, unforgettable UNESCO Heritage Sites, and the natural beauty of the Baltic coastline. Celebrate the season with mulled wine, mesmerizing markets, and meaningful mementos handed down through generations with careful craftsmanship and cherished Christmas traditions on this tour of the Baltic states.
Highlights of Baltic Christmas Markets Escape
City Highlights
Price Details US
Transportation
Notes
Christmas market schedules are established by each city and are subject to change.
Travelers Notes
Special Features included in this Tour: • Guided sightseeing tour in Vilnius• Guided walking tour in Riga• Guided sightseeing tour in Tallinn• Visit to Alexander Nevsky Cathedral• Experience the enchanting Christmas markets in Vilnius, Riga, and Tallinn
Product Group
Baltic Christmas Markets Escape
Private Touring
6 guests in a party: $1,988*18 guests in a party: $526*
UNESCO Sites
Historic Centre of Riga|Historic Centre of Tallin (Old Town)|Vilnius Historic Centre
Meals
6 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners
Itineraries
Day 1
ARRIVE IN VILNIUS, LITHUANIA Welcome to Vilnius! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D)
Day 2
VILNIUS Deck the Halls Start your festive adventure this morning with a sightseeing tour to get acquainted with Vilnius’s UNESCO listed Old Town. Follow your Local Guide through the narrow winding streets, visit Cathedral Square and view important landmarks including the University, the castle, and Gediminas Tower. Enjoy free time this afternoon and evening to experience Vilnius’ magical Christmas markets. (B) TOUR HIGHLIGHT FESTIVE STATUS Vilnius is well known for its commitment to creating special festive moments. Leading up to Christmas, the city transforms itself, creating a magical atmosphere to delight all who visit. Its uniquely artistic and unconventional Christmas trees are just one reason why the city was nominated as the European Christmas Capital in 2025.
Day 3
VILNIUS-RIGA, LATVIA Baltic Pearl Enjoy a morning scenic drive, cross the border into Latvia, and continue to the charming, historic city of Riga, located on the Baltic coast. This afternoon, join your Local Guide for a sightseeing tour, enjoy views of the Freedom Monument and Art Nouveau District, plus a walking tour along the cobbled lanes in the Old Town. Free time this evening. (B)186 miles / 300 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT ART & ARCHITECTURE With an abundance of Art Nouveau architecture in its center, Riga has gained a place on the UNESCO World Heritage List. On top of this it still has well-preserved medieval buildings and can be considered a cultural hub having been influenced by its Hanseatic, Swedish, and Russian rulers.
Day 4
RIGA Festive Firsts Today, enjoy free time to visit Riga’s Christmas Markets, and watch the city transform under the sparkling festive illuminations as you sample local gingerbread and sip karstvîns (mulled wine). (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT BRANCHING OUT Locals claim that the first public decorated Christmas Tree was displayed in Riga’s town square in 1510. It is said that a guild of young, unmarried merchants, known as the Brotherhood of Blackheads, decorated the tree with apples and roses, before dancing around it and then setting it alight to symbolize good riddance to past failures and good luck for the future!
Day 5
RIGA-TALLINN, ESTONIA City of Spires Start your day with a scenic drive along the Gulf of Riga before crossing the border into Estonia, the most northern Baltic country, and reach Tallinn, its capital city, with its stunning skyline of spires. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure, strolling the charming streets, browsing the Christmas market in the Town Hall Square, admiring the Christmas tree, and sampling local specialties. (B)196 miles / 315 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT INNOVATION & CHARM Behind the beautiful facade of this medieval, coastal gem, lies an entrepreneurial and pioneering society. Combining an exciting mix of old and new, Tallinn is the capital city of one of the most digitally advanced countries in the world and has gained the accolade of being the “Silicon Valley of Europe” due to its thriving technological businesses.
Day 6
TALLINN Festive Flavors Follow your Local Guide this morning, to discover the Hanseatic Old Town of Tallinn. Admire the Lühike Jalg Gate, the merchant houses, the medieval walls, and the Town Hall. Visit the impressive Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. Free time this afternoon, to continue your discovery of Tallinn’s Christmas markets, browse the stalls of local handicrafts, pick up some traditional holiday gifts and decorations, and sample some festive specialties. This evening, join your travel companions for a farewell dinner. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHTLOCAL SPECIALTIES Glögi (mulled wine) is a traditional Christmas drink, a warm, spiced wine. Special to Estonia is the traditional Vana Tallinn Glögli, which includes a shot of the local rum-based Vana Tallinn liqueur. Alternatively choose a non-alcoholic version or a comforting hot chocolate. As you browse around the Christmas market stalls, look out for those who offer traditional commemorative mugs with your drink, and take one home as a souvenir!
Day 7
TALLINN Safe Travels Until We Meet Again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Departures
Hotels
| # | Name | Description | City | Address | Rating |
| 1 | Radisson Blu Hotel Lietuva Vilnius | The hotel is in the heart of Lithuania's capital, near rich historic sites such as the Old Town and Vilnius Cathedral. Old Town is also the place for shopping. Wander around the cobbled streets and explore the wide range of stores and markets. The hotel offers parking and you're close to an array of transport options, including bus and train station, while the airport is just 9 kilometers away. | Vilnius | Konstitucjos Pr. 20 | First-Class |
| 2 | Hilton Garden Inn Riga Old Town | Enjoy a pleasant stay surrounded by historic attractions at the new Hilton Garden Inn Riga Old Town. Unwind in a comfortable and contemporary guestroom with all the amenities you need for a great stay. Dine at the on-site casual steakhouse, Beef Room, and enjoy the view from the summertime terrace. Keep up your workout regimen in the fitness center, keep clothes fresh with coin laundry, and pick up a snack at our 24-hour convenience shop. | Riga | Grecinieku 25 | |
| 3 | Radisson Olumpia | Each of our 390 stylish rooms and suites offers modern conveniences such as a mini bar and Free high-speed, wireless Internet access. With on-site restaurants Senso, Cafe Boulevard and a Lobby Bar, you won't have to go far for a delicious meal or a refreshing drink. The Radisson Blu Hotel Olümpia, Tallinn is just 3 kilometers from Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport (TLL) and close to public transportation, making it easy to reach any destination. | Tallinn | Liivalaia 33 | First-Class |
