The Baltics ofHelsinki, Tallinn andRiga
Discovery
$3199
7 nights in Estonia and Finland & Latvia
What to expect
Architecture & Culture
Discover the unique character of three capital cities, from Helsinki's design scene to Tallinn's medieval walls and Riga's gothic spires.
Baltic Beaches
Escape the city bustle for seaside relaxation at the renowned Baltic beach resort town of Jurmala.
Untouched Nature
Immerse yourself in Latvia's stunning landscapes with a visit to delve deep into the forests and river valleys of Gaujas National Park.
Ferry Crossing
Enjoy a scenic ferry crossing across the Gulf of Finland from Helsinki to Tallinn.
About this trip...
What's included?
Airport transfers (Arrival in Helsinki & Departure from Riga) -
Ferry across the Gulf of Finland from Helsinki to Tallinn
Room for sole use
Breakfast daily, welcome dinner and farewell dinner
Welcome drink
City tours of Helsinki, Tallinn and Riga-
Head to Baltic Beach of Jurmala
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Visit and tour of Estonian Open Air museum Rocca Al Mare
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Visit Sigulda and Gaujas National Park
Free Solos App with all your travel documents-
Dedicated Whatsapp group for your trip
Accompanying Solos Tour Leader
What's extra:
- Domestic and or International flights are not included
- Let us help you book them! Learn more.
- Travel insurance
- Tips & drinks
- Meals when not included in the itinerary
- Activities when not included in the itinerary
Itinerary
- Arrive Finland
- City tour of Helsinki
- Ferry from Helsinki to Tallinn and a walking tour of Tallinn
- Estonian Open Air museum Rocca Al Mare
- Tallinn to Riga via Sigulda and Gaujas National Park
- City tour of Riga
- Baltic beach of Jurmala
- Depart Latvia
What you’ll be doing
Day One: Arrive Helsinki, Finland
- Dinner Included
Day Two: City Tour of Helsinki
- Breakfast Included
Day Three: Ferry from Helsinki to Tallinn, with a city tour of Tallinn
After breakfast, we leave Helsinki and take the ferry across the Gulf of Finland to Tallinn, Estonia’s charming capital. On arrival, we explore the beautifully preserved medieval Old Town, wandering its narrow cobbled streets and admiring its Gothic merchants’ houses. Our guided tour includes highlights such as Toompea Castle, the 13th-century Dome Church, the striking Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Cathedral, Town Hall Square, the Old Guild and St Olaf’s Church, offering a fascinating glimpse into Tallinn’s rich history and Hanseatic heritage.
- Breakfast Included
Day Four: Estonian Open Air museum Rocca Al Mare
Today we visit the Estonian Open Air Museum, where traditional rural life is brought to life through a fascinating collection of historic buildings. Explore 14 farmsteads and a recreated village featuring a church, inn, schoolhouse, mills, fire station, shop and seaside fishing sheds, offering an insight into how Estonian families from different walks of life lived between the 18th and 20th centuries.
- Breakfast Included
Day Five: Tallinn to Riga via Sigulda and Gaujas National Park
Today we travel to Riga, stopping en route in Sigulda and Gauja National Park, one of Latvia’s most scenic regions. Known as the ‘Switzerland of Latvia’, Sigulda is famed for its medieval castles, romantic legends and dramatic landscapes. We visit the ruins of the 13th-century Crusader Castle and 19th-century Kropotkin’s Palace, before descending into the river valley for a walk to the sandstone grottoes. We also explore the Turaida Museum Reserve, a historic site featuring archaeological, cultural and architectural treasures, including the medieval Turaida Castle and one of Latvia’s oldest wooden churches. We continue to Riga, arriving at our hotel later this afternoon.
- Breakfast Included
Day Six: City Tour of Riga
This morning we explore Riga on a guided city tour, discovering the charm of its picturesque Old Town and cobbled streets. Highlights include the Dome Cathedral, home to one of the world’s largest pipe organs, St Peter’s Church with its panoramic city views, the historic Guild Houses, Swedish Gate, the architectural ensemble of the Three Brothers, St Jacob’s Church, Parliament House and Riga Castle. Along the way, admire the beautifully restored buildings now home to welcoming cafés, restaurants, bars and shops.
- Breakfast Included
Day Seven: Baltic beach of Jurmala
Today we head to Jurmala, a seaside city and resort in Latvia well known for its natural resources - curative mud, mineral waters and pine forest. The white sand stretches for 24km, and is home to one of the largest heritage sites of historical wooden architecture in Latvia. This evening, we gather for a farewell dinner and share stories of the past week and the Baltic cities we explored.
- Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day Eight: Depart Riga, Latvia
We enjoy a final breakfast as a group and make our way to Riga airport for our onward flight.
- Breakfast Included
Trip Reviews
Accommodations
(as specified or similar)- Day 1 - 2 | Radisson Blu Hotel Aleksanteri, Helsinki
- Day 3 - 4 | Park Inn by Radisson Meriton Conference & Spa Hotel, Tallinn
- Day 5 - 7 | Radisson Blu Hotel Latvija Conference & Spa, Riga
Day 1 - 2 | Radisson Blu Hotel Aleksanteri, Helsinki
Day 3 - 4 | Park Inn by Radisson Meriton Conference & Spa Hotel, Tallinn
Day 5 - 7 | Radisson Blu Hotel Latvija Conference & Spa, Riga
Dates & Prices
Essential Information
We recommend that you check if vaccinations are required for your destination at the CDC’s recommendations for your visited destination(s). We also recommend you purchase travel protection. A travel protection plan can often assist with medical emergencies and reimburse costs that are covered by the plan. Please verify coverage details with Solos before you travel.
The transfer from Helsinki Airport to the hotel takes approximately one hour. The transfer from the hotel in Riga to the airport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Arrival and departure airport transfers are included for the majority of our trips, regardless of whether you book your own flights or our team books your flight. This specific trip includes a complimentary airport transfer option; our team will gladly assist you in securing your transfer. To learn more about flight options, payments, and transfers, click here.
Whether you'd like us to arrange your flights or prefer to book your own, we're here to make the process easy. Our team can secure flights from the location that suits you best, or provide all the arrival and departure details you'll need if booking independently.
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We recommend that you check passport and visa requirements for the country you are visiting at the State Department if you have a U.S. Passport. Most countries require that your passport have at least six months validity when traveling internationally, and many require that you have one to two blank visa pages for either an entry stamp or visa. As a general rule, please check that your passport has six months validity beyond your planned trip, and if not, please renew your passport with plenty of time to provide Solos with your updated passport information by the final payment due date.
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To enter Estonia your passport must meet 2 requirements. It must be:
- less than 10 years old on the day you enter (check the ‘date of issue’)
- valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave (check the ‘expiry date’)
Check both the issue date and the expiry date in your passport. If you renewed your passport early, extra months may have been added to its expiry date. This could affect the requirement for your passport to be less than 10 years old.
A visa is not required by holders of passports endorsed “British Citizen” for stays of upto 90 days in any 180-day period. Please note that stays in other EU countries counts towards this 90 day period.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the correct visa, a valid passport and any other travel documents for your holiday. All information provided relates to British citizens who hold or are entitled to apply for a British passport. For the most up-to-date visa information please visit; Latvia Foreign Advice
If you are not a British citizen and do not hold a British passport, you must make your own enquiries as to the applicable requirements.
From the 12th October 2025 the EU is introducing a new European Entry System (EES) that will be phased in and fully operational by the 10th April 2026. Non-EU nationals including British passport holders will now be required to complete biometric checks on arrival and exit to Schengen countries, which will include facial recognition and fingerprints. There is no cost for this, and no action needs to be taken prior to departure.
