Trakai Island Castle - Day 3

Departs in the afternoon (4 hours) - $55 USD

Discover Trakai Island Castle, located in the middle of Lake Galve, on this excursion. The red-brick castle has defended the western approaches to Vilnius since 1409. The castle fell into disrepair in the 17th century but has been lovingly restored, and today, it serves as both a cultural landmark and a scenic weekend escape for residents of Vilnius.

Riga Walking Tour - Day 6

Departs in the morning (3 hours) - $39 USD

This tour, directed by an expert local guide, takes you through three generations of Riga’s history, art and architecture. Begin with a stroll through the Old Town, named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. Riga was a major center of the Hanseatic League from the 13th to 15th centuries, and the buildings here—from palaces to castles—reflect medieval Hansa architecture. Then move on to the surrounding suburbs, or New Town, for a look at the Russian period and, finally, the stunning Art Nouveau period, as demonstrated by styling of the Riga Law School and the Swedish School of Economics.

Dinner & Performance in Riga - Day 6

Evening w/ dinner (6.5 hours) - $99 USD

In the late 18th century, traveling performance troupes from all over Europe came to Riga. Tonight, you'll discover a slice of old Riga at a fine arts performance. Following the performance, you'll enjoy a dinner of Latvian nouvelle cuisine. Please note: This optional excursion requires advance reservations and must be booked 20 days prior to departure. This optional excursion is not available on all departures.

Seafood Dinner in Tallinn - Day 8

Evening w/ dinner (3 hours) - $79 USD

Tallinn has always had a strong connection to the sea, and the fish of the Baltic Sea have found their way into Estonian recipes for centuries. Tonight, you'll enjoy a taste of that heritage at a seafood dinner overlooking the Bay of Tallinn. Try some smoked plaice for an authentic taste of Estonia.

Peterhof - Day 11

Departs in the morning (5.5 hours) - $99 USD

Journey to the southern shore of the Gulf of Finland to visit Peterhof, Peter the Great’s summer residence. On a guided tour, you'll explore the opulent palaces and gardens of Peterhof and learn how this former retreat of the czars has changed throughout Russian history.

Moscow by Night - Day 3

Evening (3 hours) - $29 USD

Discover Moscow's landmarks on this nighttime tour of the city. You'll drive down Tverskaya Street and Novy Arbat Avenue, pass through Red Square and visit the Metro stations on the Ring Line, which house outstanding examples of Stalinist art and architecture. Be sure to bring your camera, since the Metro at night tends to offer up outstanding opportunities for photography lovers.