Helsinki to Warsaw

Experiences

This evening you meet up with your tour mates over a welcome dinner at the hotel. This is the ideal time to get acquainted with your fellow travellers.

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Walking tour of Helsinki: Visit the Havis Amanda, the famous art nouveau fountain features a lady in the nude. It is said to symbolise the birth of the city of Helsinki. Also explore the famous Senate Square and its buildings, a beautiful example of neoclassical architecture. In the city’s historic centre, visit Helsinki Cathedral - Finland's most photographed building and yet another neoclassical marvel. Set foot in Uspenski Cathedral, the largest orthodox church in Western Europe. Finish with a walk through Kauppatori Market, the ideal place to pick up some keepsakes and well-priced Finnish crafts.

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Helsinki to Tallinn ferry crossing. Hop aboard the ferry from Finland to Estonia across the Gulf of Finland. The crossing takes between 2 and 3 hours, with lovely views and plenty of time to take in the scenery.  

Guided tour of Tallinn. The proud European capital of Tallinn is a photographer's dream. Think medieval churches, cobbled walkways and a vibrant, contemporary culture that draws you in from the moment you set foot in the city. Our walking tour of Tallinn takes in some of its best-loved highlights. This will include St Olav's church, the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Tall Hermann Tower, Town Hall Square & more.

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See Parnu. The resort city of Pärnu in southwestern Estonia is renowned for its street art, colourful houses and pretty beach.

See Saulkrasti. The seaside town of Saulkrasti is a great place to drink in the beauty of the Latvian shoreline without huge crowds. This is where the locals head when they go to the beach.

Latvian War Cemetery. Also called the Brothers' Cemetery or Cemetery of the Brethren, the Latvian War Cemetery is a national monument that commemorates the sacrifice of 2,000+ Latvian soldiers who gave their lives for their country during 1915 - 1920, fighting in World War I and the Latvian War of Independence.

Walking tour of Riga. Riga is the largest of the three Baltic capitals and has a cosmopolitan atmosphere that makes for wonderful exploration. Take a walking tour that introduces you to some of its most popular attractions. This includes Riga Dom Cathedral, the Three Brothers, Parliament House and the Old City Wall.

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Hill of Crosses tour. The Kryziu Kalnas Hill of Crosses in Lithuania has been one of the world’s most singular expressions of human faith and sacrifice for over 100 years. Religious pilgrims have flocked here for centuries, but the tradition of leaving crosses only started in 1831. This is when the Russian tsar was put down and relatives of rebels who lost their lives in the fighting left crosses on the hill to honour the fallen. Today there are 200,000+ crosses carvings and shrines all over this hill of hope.

Walking tour of Vilnius. The city of Vilnius is a place of true authenticity. It proudly displays its battle scars and honours its turbulent history with museums and monuments dedicated to the losses its people suffered during the Holocaust and KGB regime. Yet, it's also beautiful - 40% of the city is given over to green spaces and its wonderful old buildings now house contemporary cafes, boutiques and galleries. Our sightseeing tour will include attractions such as the Vilnius Town Hall, the Palace of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania, Adam Mickiewicz statue and Vilnius Cathedral.

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Guided tour of Minsk. The capital of Belarus is perhaps best-known for its impressive Stalinist architecture. Yet, although it shoulders the heavy burden of a turbulent history, the city is progressive and modern with fashionable eateries, clubs and shopping destinations. Our guided tour will include forays to attractions such as Independence Square, the Church of Saints Simon and Helen, the Palace of Republic, and Victory Square.

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Brest Hero Fortress Complex. This place is about as impressive as it gets. The sheer size and scope of the monuments and living museum installations you'll find here is mind-blowing. The Brest Fortress has existed in some shape and form for at least a 1,000 years, but it's really known for its association with World War II. When the current structure was built in 1833 the entire population of Brest had to move 2km to the east! The memorial complex was opened in 1971, after nearly 15 years of research on the part of the main historians involved with the project.

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Guided tour of Warsaw. Explore the city in the slipstream of a seasoned Warsaw travel guide. From the Royal Castle with its incredible museum, to the verdant Lazienki Park, the Palace of Culture and Science and the UNESCO-accredited Old Town that was rebuilt after the war based on 18th century paintings by Italian artist Canaletto, there are plenty of attractions to keep you mesmerised for an entire afternoon (and more!).

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After spending your final night in Romania, sit down for one last breakfast with your fellow travellers. Your tour of northern and eastern Europe has come to an end. Feel free to take your time to explore the many marvels of Warsaw before you head home. Safe travels! Make sure you have exchanged contact details with your new-found travel friends, and share your amazing tour memories with us online using the hashtags #ExpatExplore.