The Baltic States & Scandinavia
The Baltic States & Scandinavia
$2889
The Baltic States & Scandinavia
14 Days Starting in Copenhagen, Denmark and ending in Stockholm, Sweden
Visiting: Arrive In Copenhagen, Denmark, Copenhagen, Ferry Crossing, Berlin, Germany, Poznan, Poland, Warsaw, Vilnius, Lithuania, Pilsrundale, Latvia, Riga, Pårnu, Estonia, Tallinn, Helsinki, Finland, Overnight Baltic Sea Crossing To Stockholm, Sweden, Stockholm
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Tour code:
6933-2025
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Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
On this Baltic States and Scandinavia adventure, discover Denmark, Sweden, and travel through Germany, Poland, Finland, and the Baltic States of Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia. Along the way, experience UNESCO World Heritage Sites, old cities, beautiful scenery, and fascinating historic sights—with overnights in Poznan and the capital cities of Copenhagen, Berlin, Warsaw, Vilnius, Riga, Tallinn, Helsinki, and Stockholm. In Copenhagen, see the famous Little Mermaid statue. Walk through Vilnius’ Old Town, dating to the 11th century and with historic Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, and Classical style buildings. In Riga, immerse yourself in the Old City, founded in 1201 and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a variety of architectural styles. Tallinn's Old Town also joined the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites thanks to its watchtowers, cobbled lanes, and medieval houses. Helsinki's sightseeing highlights include the Lutheran Cathedral, completed in 1852. Your affordable tour includes ferry crossings from Denmark to Germany, and from Tallinn to Helsinki, as well as an overnight cruise from Helsinki to Stockholm with music, dancing, and shopping on board. Visit Latvia’s 16th-century baroque Palace of Rundale, the former summer residence of the Duke of Courland. Stroll on the sandy beach in Parnu, Estonia’s lively historic seaside town. Throughout your budget-minded Baltic States and Scandinavia tour, you’ll be spoiled by so many scenic landscapes. Enjoy the adventure of a lifetime; it’s a perfect vacation for value-minded travel lovers who want to experience it all.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Copenhagen,Denmark
Location: Arrive In Copenhagen, Denmark
Meals Included: Dinner
Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore the Danish capital with the aid of the CosmosGo app. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and travel companions.
Day 2: Copenhagen,Ferry Crossing,Berlin,Germany
Location: Copenhagen, Ferry Crossing, Berlin, Germany
Meals Included: Breakfast
A morning of sightseeing with a Local Guide to enjoy highlights of past and present, including the Little Mermaid statue and the Rococo Amalienborg complex of royal palaces. In the afternoon, head to Gedser for a 2-hour ferry crossing to Rostock. Then, onward by road to Berlin. Today’s Distance by coach: 286 mi/ 460 km
Day 3: Berlin,Poznan,Poland
Location: Berlin, Poznan, Poland
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy a morning at leisure in Berlin or join an optional sightseeing tour—a must for history buffs to learn about the German capital’s history-laden past and confident present. This afternoon, cross the Oder River into Poland on the way to Poznan. Today’s Distance: 180 mi/ 290 km
Day 4: Poznan,Warsaw
Location: Poznan, Warsaw
Meals Included: Breakfast
Touring eastwards this morning through pleasant agricultural lowlands, reach the Polish capital, Warsaw. Discover the city on your own or learn more about its sights and history on the optional sightseeing tour. This is an excellent introduction to Warsaw’s historic hub, and you’ll see why Warsaw is considered a phoenix “par excellence,” as European cities go. Today’s Distance: 190 mi/ 305 km
Day 5: Warsaw,Vilnius,Lithuania
Location: Warsaw, Vilnius, Lithuania
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Journey northeast towards Augustów and Suwalki to reach the biggest of the three Baltic states, Lithuania. Overnight in quaint Vilnius—the pretty Lithuanian wedding-cake capital since the 13th century and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Today’s Distance: 311 mi/ 500 km
Day 6: Vilnius
Location: Vilnius
Meals Included: Breakfast
On the included sightseeing walk, discover the historic streets of the old town. Later, enjoy some leisure time or take the optional excursion to visit medieval Trakai Castle, with permission to pass over the wooden bridge to its storybook island setting on Lake Galve.
Day 7: Vilnius,Pilsrundale,Latvia,Riga
Location: Vilnius, Pilsrundale, Latvia, Riga
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
An interesting journey as you travel right across Lithuania into Latvia for a stop in Pilsrundale to visit the restored baroque Rundale Palace, the former summer residence of the Duke of Courland. The palace was built by the great architect Rastrelli, who also designed the Winter Palace in St. Petersburg. Enjoy more lovely countryside before reaching the capital of Latvia, Riga. Today’s Distance: 186 mi/ 300 km
Day 8: Riga
Location: Riga
Meals Included: Breakfast
On the included tour of the old city with a Local Guide, walk through the narrow streets to the town center. Founded in 1201 by Bishop Albert, head of the Order of Teutonic Knights, Riga still boasts a multicultural population.
Day 9: Riga,Pårnu,Estonia,Tallinn
Location: Riga, Pårnu, Estonia, Tallinn
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Visit the lively historic seaside town of Parnu, then take a stroll on the sandy beach before continuing to Tallinn. Today’s Distance: 193 mi/ 310 km
Day 10: Tallinn
Location: Tallinn
Meals Included: Breakfast
Start the day with an included walking tour to appreciate Tallinn’s history and beauty. The Old Town, now on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, is certainly the most interesting part of the city. Worth noting are the Hanseatic merchant houses, the mile-long town wall, the medieval Town Hall, and the House of the Brotherhood of the Blackheads.
Day 11: Tallinn,Helsinki,Finland
Location: Tallinn, Helsinki, Finland
Meals Included: Breakfast
Leave Tallin on a ferry to reach Helsinki, Finland’s capital city. On arrival, take advantage of the included sightseeing tour of the Finnish capital, covering the Empire-style palace on Senate Square and the cathedral.
Day 12: Helsinki,Overnight Baltic Sea Crossing To Stockholm,Sweden
Location: Helsinki, Overnight Baltic Sea Crossing To Stockholm, Sweden
Meals Included: Breakfast
Most of today is free for your own exploration. This evening, embark on the ferry to Stockholm. On board, you can enjoy music, dancing, and shopping. Today’s Distance by coach: 31 mi/50 km
Day 13: Stockholm
Location: Stockholm
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Dock in Stockholm, perhaps the most beautiful of the Scandinavian capitals. The effect of its crystalline waters flowing through the city’s intersecting canals gives a luminous appearance to palaces, castles, and parks. Your city sightseeing takes in all the highlights including the city hall.
Day 14: Stockholm
Location: Stockholm
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Stay at various hotels including Best Western Plus Park Globetrotter, B&B Berlin-Tiergarten, De Silva Premium, Mercure Warszawa Airport, Ibis Vilnius Centre, Park Inn by Radisson Riga Valdemara, Ibis Tallinn Center, Scandic Park, and Scandic Jarva Krog.
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Meals
Buffet breakfasts daily; 1 lunch; 5 dinners.
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Sightseeing
Included tours and sightseeing in cities such as Copenhagen, Berlin, Warsaw, Vilnius, Riga, Tallinn, Helsinki, and Stockholm.
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Ferry Crossings
Ferry crossings from Gedser to Rostock and from Tallinn to Helsinki.
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Local Guides
Local guides for sightseeing in various cities.
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UNESCO Sites
Visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites including the Historic Centre of Riga, Historic Centre of Tallinn (Old Town), Historic Centre of Warsaw, and Vilnius Historic Centre.
What's Not Included
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Visa Requirements
Responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the tour guest.
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Optional Excursions
Optional excursions such as sightseeing in Berlin, a visit to Trakai Castle, and a Lithuanian folklore dinner are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as shopping, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is the responsibility of the traveler.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff are not included.
Meals
Buffet breakfasts daily; 1 lunch; 5 dinners
UNESCO Sites
Historic Centre of Riga|Historic Centre of Tallin (Old Town)|Historic Centre of Warsaw|Vilnius Historic Centre
Accommodation
Copenhagen:Best Western Plus Park GlobetrotterBerlin:Vienna House Easy By Wyndham Berlin Prenzlauer BergPoznan:De Silva PremiumWarsaw:Mercure Warszawa AirportVilnius:Ibis Vilnius CentreRiga:Park Inn by Radisson Riga ValdemaraTallinn:Ibis Tallinn CenterHelsinki:Radisson Blu SeasideStockholm:Profilhotels Nacka
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodations can I expect during the tour?
The tour includes stays at various hotels such as the Best Western Plus Park Globetrotter, Park Inn by Radisson Copenhagen Airport, B&B Berlin-Tiergarten, De Silva Premium, Mercure Warszawa Airport, Ibis Vilnius Centre, Park Inn by Radisson Riga Valdemara, Ibis Tallinn Center, Scandic Park, and Scandic Jarva Krog. These hotels offer amenities like free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and convenient locations near major attractions.
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Are there any optional activities available during the tour?
Yes, there are optional activities available during the tour. For example, on Day 3 in Berlin, you can join an optional sightseeing tour to learn about the city's history. In Warsaw on Day 4, there is an optional sightseeing tour to explore the city's historic hub. On Day 6 in Vilnius, you can take an optional excursion to visit medieval Trakai Castle and enjoy an optional Lithuanian folklore dinner.
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What kind of meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes buffet breakfasts daily, one lunch, and five dinners. Specific meals are provided on certain days, such as breakfast and dinner on Day 2, breakfast and dinner on Day 5, and breakfast and dinner on Day 13.
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What are some of the key highlights of the tour?
Key highlights of the tour include sightseeing in Copenhagen with visits to the Little Mermaid statue and the Rococo Amalienborg complex, a ferry crossing to Rostock, a visit to the historic streets of Vilnius, a stop at the restored baroque Rundale Palace in Latvia, and a walking tour of Tallinn's Old Town, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Additionally, there is a ferry ride from Tallinn to Helsinki and an overnight Baltic Sea crossing to Stockholm.
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What are the UNESCO World Heritage Sites included in the tour?
The tour includes visits to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as the Historic Centre of Riga, the Historic Centre of Tallinn (Old Town), the Historic Centre of Warsaw, and the Vilnius Historic Centre.
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What should I know about the security cruise regulations?
Security cruise regulations require clients' passport information and nationality at the time of booking. It is also important to check visa requirements with your local consulate, as the responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the tour guest.
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What kind of activities are available on the ferry to Stockholm?
On the ferry to Stockholm, you can enjoy music, dancing, and shopping. The ferry ride offers a pleasant atmosphere with various entertainment options.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1961
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Cosmos is committed to minimizing our impact on the environment and to reducing dependence on non-renewable resources. In this endeavor, we have implemented policies to support this mission and are working carefully to enhance our products with this mission and our values combined. We are committed to complying with all relevant legislation and/or regulations.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
All guests are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for travel through February, 2023. Beginning March 1, 2023, while we highly recommend vaccination, we will no longer require it. We ask all guests to comply with airline and destination requirements, which still may apply. To check your destination requirements for your travel dates, view the Latest Travel & Health Restrictions for Travel.
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