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6-Day Baltic States Tour: Exploring Latvia and Lithuania's Cultural Gems

Day 1: Discover Historic Riga

Riga, Latvia on June 5, 2025

9:30am

Breakfast at Milda

Start your day with traditional Latvian breakfast dishes at Milda, renowned for its fresh pastries and coffee. They open at 8:00am, perfect for an early start.

EUR15, 1h

10:30am

Riga Old Town Walking Tour

Explore the UNESCO-listed Riga Old Town with its medieval buildings, the House of the Blackheads, and St. Peter’s Church. Tours usually start around 10:30am and last about 2 hours.

EUR20, 2h

1:00pm

Lunch at Folkklubs Ala Pagrabs

Enjoy authentic Latvian specialties like grey peas and ham or homemade rye bread at this popular cellar pub. They are open from noon to midnight.

EUR18, 1h

2:30pm

Museum of the Occupation of Latvia

Learn about Latvia's history under Soviet and Nazi occupations through engaging exhibits at this important museum, open from 10:00am to 6:00pm.

EUR5, 1h30m

4:30pm

Walk along Riga Central Market

Visit one of Europe’s largest marketplaces to see local produce, crafts, and traditional foods. The market is open until 6:00pm.

Free, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Restaurant 3

Dine at Restaurant 3, offering a modern twist on Latvian cuisine with contemporary ambiance. Reservations recommended; open from 6:00pm to 11:00pm.

EUR30, 1h30m

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Day 2: Relaxing by the Baltic Sea

Jurmala, Latvia on June 6, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Miit Coffee

Try locally brewed coffee and light pastries to energize before your journey to Jurmala. Opens at 7:30am.

EUR10, 45m

9:30am

Travel from Riga to Jurmala

Take a scenic 30-minute train ride west to Jurmala, a charming seaside resort town known for its sandy beaches and wooden architecture.

EUR3, 30m

10:15am

Beach Time at Jurmala Beach

Relax along the white sandy beach and enjoy swimming or sunbathing. The beach is accessible all day with no entrance fee.

Free, 3h

1:30pm

Lunch at Lido Atpūtas Centrs

Enjoy traditional Latvian dishes in a cozy setting within Jurmala, open from 11:00am to 9:00pm.

EUR15, 1h

3:00pm

Visit Dzintari Forest Park

Explore walking trails, an observation tower with panoramic views, and a summer stage within this beautiful forest park.

Free, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at VATI Restaurant

Dine on seafood fresh from the Baltic Sea paired with local wines. Open from 5:00pm to 10:00pm.

EUR35, 1h30m

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Day 3: Explore Historic Daugavpils

Daugavpils, Latvia on June 7, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Roo Cafe

Healthy options and fresh coffee to start your day early before travel. Opens at 7:00am.

EUR12, 45m

8:30am

Travel Riga to Daugavpils

Drive or take a train (approximately 3 hours) east to Daugavpils, known for its fortress and rich multicultural heritage.

EUR15, 3h

12:00pm

Lunch at Lāčplēša 25

Enjoy Latvian and European cuisine with local ingredients. Open from noon to 10:00pm.

EUR16, 1h

1:30pm

Daugavpils Fortress Tour

Explore the massive 19th-century fortress, its museums, and art center. Open daily from 10:00am to 5:00pm.

EUR7, 2h

4:00pm

Mark Rothko Art Centre

Visit the art centre dedicated to Latvian-American abstract expressionist Mark Rothko, featuring exhibitions and cultural programs.

EUR8, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at B-52 Bistro

Casual dining with European dishes and local flavors. Open from 6:00pm to 11:00pm.

EUR18, 1h30m

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Day 4: Vilnius Old Town

Vilnius, Lithuania on June 8, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Strange Love Cafe

Specialty coffee and light breakfast in the trendy Užupis district, open from 7:00am.

EUR10, 45m

8:00am

Travel Daugavpils to Vilnius

Drive or take a bus (2.5 to 3 hours) south to Vilnius, the charming capital of Lithuania with a UNESCO Old Town.

EUR20, 3h

11:30am

Walking Tour of Vilnius Old Town

Discover landmarks like Vilnius Cathedral, Gediminas’ Tower, and the Gates of Dawn. Tours generally run from 11:00am to 1:30pm.

EUR15, 2h

1:30pm

Lunch at Senoji Trobele

Taste traditional Lithuanian dishes such as cepelinai (potato dumplings) in a rustic setting. Open from 12:00pm to 9:00pm.

EUR14, 1h

3:00pm

Užupis District Exploration

Stroll through this bohemian neighborhood known for its art scene and quirky constitution wall.

Free, 1h

4:30pm

Visit Vilnius University and Library

Tour one of the oldest universities in Eastern Europe with its beautiful courtyards and libraries.

EUR7, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Lokys

Savor medieval-inspired Lithuanian dishes in an atmospheric cellar restaurant, open from 6:00pm to 10:00pm.

EUR28, 1h30m

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Day 5: Kaunas Cultural Gems

Kaunas, Lithuania on June 9, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Caffeine Kaunas

Kick off with artisan coffee and pastries, open from 7:30am.

EUR8, 45m

9:00am

Travel Vilnius to Kaunas

Short 1.5-hour drive or train ride west to Lithuania’s second-largest city known for its interwar architecture.

EUR10, 1h30m

10:45am

Visit the Kaunas Castle

Explore this medieval fortress by the Nemunas River, open from 10:00am to 6:00pm.

EUR5, 1h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at Bernelių Užeiga

Enjoy traditional Lithuanian cuisine with hearty soups and meat dishes, open from 11:00am to 10:00pm.

EUR16, 1h

2:00pm

Walk along Laisvės Alėja

Stroll Lithuania’s longest pedestrian street with shops, cafes, and historic landmarks.

Free, 1h

3:30pm

Devils' Museum

View the unique collection of devil-themed art and sculptures, open from 10:00am to 5:00pm.

EUR4, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Višta Puode

Dine on creative Lithuanian dishes in a cozy atmosphere, open 6:00pm to 10:00pm.

EUR25, 1h30m

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Day 6: Coastal Klaipeda

Klaipeda, Lithuania on June 10, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Cafe Kalve

Fresh breads and strong coffee to start your coastal day, opens at 7:00am.

EUR10, 45m

8:15am

Travel Kaunas to Klaipeda

Drive approximately 3 hours west to Klaipeda, Lithuania’s port city with German heritage and access to the Curonian Spit.

EUR15, 3h

11:30am

Klaipeda Old Town Walking Tour

Explore cobbled streets, the theater square, and sculptures celebrating the city’s maritime history.

Free, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Uosto Kolos

Taste fresh Baltic seafood with harbor views, open from noon to 10:00pm.

EUR20, 1h

2:30pm

Visit the Amber Museum

Discover Baltic amber history and art in this museum housed in a historic fortress tower, open 10:00am to 6:00pm.

EUR5, 1h

4:00pm

Boat Tour to Curonian Spit

Optional half-day boat trip or ferry to the Curonian Spit, a UNESCO landscape known for sand dunes and pine forests. Tours depart from early afternoon.

EUR25, 3h

7:30pm

Dinner at Memel Grill

Enjoy grilled fish and Lithuanian specialties in a relaxed setting, open until 10:00pm.

EUR22, 1h30m

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6-Day Baltic States Tour: Exploring Latvia and Lithuania's Cultural Gems

Day 1: Discover Historic Riga

9:30am

10:30am

1:00pm

2:30pm

4:30pm

7:00pm

Day 2: Relaxing by the Baltic Sea

8:00am

9:30am

10:15am

1:30pm

3:00pm

6:00pm

Day 3: Explore Historic Daugavpils

7:30am

8:30am

12:00pm

1:30pm

4:00pm

7:00pm

Day 4: Vilnius Old Town

7:00am

8:00am

11:30am

1:30pm

3:00pm

4:30pm

7:00pm

Day 5: Kaunas Cultural Gems

8:00am

9:00am

10:45am

12:30pm

2:00pm

3:30pm

7:00pm

Day 6: Coastal Klaipeda

7:30am

8:15am

11:30am

1:00pm

2:30pm

4:00pm

7:30pm

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