10-day Fly & Drive Adventure: from Intriguing Capitals to SPA Resorts

There are various ways to discover the Baltic countries on the road. We suggest choosing a combination of cultural discoveries in the capitals of Vilnius, Riga and Tallinn and SPA delights in the resorts of Druskininkai and Jurmala.

Druskininkai, the center of mineral water treatments and great SPA hotels, offers not only stays with water amusement areas, relaxing treatments but entertaining activities. Here you can find a year round functioning snow arena, golf fields, kayaking experience or simply cycling in one of the city’s parks.

Additionally, only 10 km drive from Riga, lies Jurmala, the summer resort city of Latvia. Here you can find centuries-old wooden villas surrounded by pine forest and picturesque yellow sand beaches. Jurmala boasts wonderful SPA hotels inviting guests to stay all year round, enjoying spring and summer, as well as autumn and winter with entertaining Christmas and New Year programs.

Highlights in Baltics:

Explore the Hill of Crosses, with more than 250 thousands crosses placed on a hill, the symbol of religion and defiance in Lithuania.
Visit Rundale Palace, the 18th century Baroque palace with wonderful gardens and restaurant open for visitors.
Explore the capital cities and their valuable heritage: baroque Vilnius, art nouveau Riga and medieval Tallinn.
Visit smaller cities with captivating history: Trakai, with medieval castle on the island, Kaunas, the recent addition to UNESCO Heritage in Lithuania, Sigulda, the center of Gauja National Park with Turaida castle and lush forests, Tartu, with one of the oldest universities in Eastern Europe.

Experiences in Baltics:

Pamper your taste buds at Michelin rated restaurants in all three Baltic countries, feel the influence of historic local tradition to contemporary cuisine.
Explore Tartu AHHAA Science center, the biggest science center explaining the origin of natural things and scientific laws.
Go on an adventure in Sigulda on the only bobsleigh and luge track in the Baltics or get on a cable car over Gauja River.
Visit local Latvian breweries or wineries, like Valmiera, Aldaris, or Abavas.
Explore the artistic heritage of M.K. Ciurlionis, the greatest Lithuanian painter and composer of the late XIX century, at the museum of his name in Kaunas. Dive into the works of art via immersive virtual reality experience.

SPA Retreats in Baltics:

Visit Druskininkai, the center of SPA delights in Lithuania, with numerous SPA hotels and health centers providing various treatments such as mineral water, therapeutic mud, massage, rehabilitation, etc.
Explore Birstonas, the second biggest mineral water resort in Lithuania, offering top standard medical and leisure treatments for your wellbeing.
Discover Jurmala, Latvian key summer resort at the Baltic sea, explore yellow sand beaches, peaceful promenades and wildlife in nearby Kemeri National Park. Stay at one of the SPA hotels offering various relaxing SPA treatments and water amusement areas.
Pamper your body and soul at one of Parnu’s SPA hotels in Estonia. Besides SPA retreats Parnu offers other types of relaxation such as walks on the beach and at the parks, local craftsmanship exploration or gourmet cuisine discoveries.

Travel Advisor Recommendations

“The Baltics hides numerous gems visible only to an individual traveler. Traveling at your own pace you may spend your nights at unique locations, enjoy refined dinners at local gourmet restaurants and experience local hospitality firsthand at local communities. Discover the UNESCO Heritage in Kaunas, explore the Hill of Crosses, the symbol of religion and defiance, marvel at the baroque masterpiece of Rundale palace, uncover the wonders of science at Tartu University and taste Latvian beer and wine at Valmiera and Ligatne. These are just several stops on your 10-day fly & drive adventure in the Baltics.” – says Julija Poskiene, Business Development Manager for Baltics at Estravel.

Once you are in the Baltics, experience the region at its full potential. Discover the key highlights of history, architecture, art and cuisine. Experience the relaxing atmosphere of mineral water and SPA resorts in Druskininkai, Jurmala or Parnu. Harness the healing power of natural resources or mineral water, therapeutic mud, pine forests and fresh, clean air. We are happy to adjust the itineraries to your needs and expectations, ensuring an unforgettable exploration of Baltic countries.