Beautiful Helsinki with its cutting edge design, beautiful parks and many lakes is contrasted with St Petersburg - the grand imperial heart of Russia, with beautiful palaces residing on every corner this city is sure to impress. Then its onto delightful Tallinn, with its medieval old town, cobbled streets and secret courtyards. The cities contrast and complement each other wonderfully. Flights are not included in the price - as flight prices change so frequently we try and get you the best deal possible at the point of booking. We recommend flying with finnair return to Helsinki, finnair fly direct from London, Heathrow and Manchester.
Tour Itinerary: Day 1: Arrival in Helsinki to be met by your private transfer to your hotel - The 4* Hotel Linna for a 2 night stay. The Hotel Linna is a stylish hotel in the centre of Helsinki. Sleek modern lines, a calming atmosphere and comfortable guestrooms await you. Overnight: 4* Hotel Linna. Day 2: Helsinki was build to compete with Tallinn as a successful port. Large beautiful buildings, parks, lakes and lovely shops full to the brim with incredible glassware, stylish clothes and gorgeous pottery are all for enjoying. Helsinki is a small city with a lovely elegant and friendly atmosphere, there are plenty of great restaurants and sights to enjoy, including the Rock Church, Helsinki Cathedral and Sibelius Monument. Overnight: 4* Hotel Linna. Day 3: Travel by train to St Petersburg for a four night stay. The journey takes around 5 hours. You will be met in St Petersburg for a private transfer to your hotel. The 3* Fifth Corner Hotel. The Fifth Corner Hotel is in a good location in the centre of St Petersburg. A small hotel (by Russian standards) with 34 rooms, this is solid three star with very spacious rooms. Overnight: 3* The Fifth Corner Hotel. Day 4: 3 hours with our guide - learn more about this imperial city. St Petersburg, built by Peter the Great is a wonderful city and known as the Venice of the North. This beautiful place has so much to see and do, including visiting the Hermitage, Peter & Paul Fortress, Catherine’s Palace, Peterhoff, Isaac’s Cathedral, and the Church of the Spilled Blood. You can chose to add a private trip to the Hermitage with a guide and transfer. Overnight: 3* The Fifth Corner. Day 5: Included day trip to Catherine’s Palace in Pushkin. Catherine’s Palace has lovingly been renovated and restored since the Nazi virtually destroyed it during the second world war. The amazing feat of this restoration is quite something, stunning detail and care has been taken to restore this Palace to its original glory. Overnight: The Fifth Corner. Day 6: Explore St Petersburg at your leisure. Overnight: 3* The Fifth Corner. Day 7: A private transfer will take you to St Petersburg Bus Station to connect with Eurolines to Tallinn. You can upgrade to a private transfer if you would prefer. Arrive in Tallinn, be met by private transfer in Tallinn and taken to your hotel the lovely 4* Taanilinna Hotel for a two night stay. The Taanilinna Hotel is charming small hotel in the heart of Tallinn. Its wonderful location mean all the major sights are on your doorstep. Set down a little cobbled street in its own courtyard means its a very quiet and relaxing stay. Overnight: 4* Taanilinna Hotel. Day 8: Our local guide will meet you in your hotel for a three hour walking tour of Tallinn. Tallinn is a charming medieval city. It is very picturesque with small cobbled streets and pastel coloured houses, you would be forgiven for thinking you had stumbled into a fairytale! Overnight: 4* Taanilinna Hotel. Day 9: Private transfer to The Hydrofoil for your short hop over to Helsinki. Arrival in Helsinki and private transfer to the 5* Hotel Kamp. To mark the end of your Triangle Tour relax in style in this lovely 5* Hotel, enjoy more Helsinki whilst you reminisce about beautiful St Petersburg and Tallinn. Overnight: 5* The Hotel Kamp. Day 10: Private transfer to Helsinki Airport to meet your flight back home. End of the tour. Notes:
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