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ST. PETERSBURG & THE BALTIC CAPITALS
May 22-June 4, 2018
Day 1: Depart U.S. for Vilnius, Lithuania
Day 2: Arrive Vilnius After connecting in Europe, a short flight this morning brings us to Vilnius, the attractive Lithuanian capital with Baroque architecture, numerous churches, medieval towers and fortifications, and one of Eastern Europe’s oldest “Old Towns.” Our afternoon in this historic city is at leisure before to- night’s dinner at our hotel. D
Day 3: Vilnius We see the highlights of the city, a UNESCO World Heritage site, on this morning’s tour, including Cathedral Square, Gediminas’ Tower, Vilnius University, and the President’s Palace. We also tour the fascinating KGB Museum. The remain der of the day is at leisure, perhaps to relax at one of the many outdoor cafés; explore the old Jewish Quarter and ghetto; or admire the city’s architectural diversity. B
Day 4: Vilnius/Trakai Today we travel about 20 miles outside Vilnius to Trakai, the medieval capital of Lithuania set in a resort village surrounded by five lakes. Here we tour 15th-century Trakai Castle, with exhibits commemorating the days when the Grand Duchy of Lithuania stretched all the way from the Baltic to the Black Sea. After a turbulent history of Russian rule, in 1991 Lithuania became one of the first of the Soviet Union’s breakaway republics and today, again, is a sovereign democratic nation. B,D
Day 5: Vilnius/Riga We leave this morning for Riga, the Latvian capital. En route we stop for lunch in Šiauliai where we visit the Hill of Crosses, a pilgrimage site and symbol of Lithuanian nationalism. After cross- ing the border into Latvia, we travel through gentle countryside to the restored 18th-century Baroque palace of Rundale. Designed by Bartolomeo Rastrelli who also designed St. Peters burg’s Hermitage, Run- dale’s construction took more than 30 years and 1,500 workers. From here we con tinue on to surprisingly sophisticated Riga, once known as the “little Paris of the North.” We dine tonight at our hotel. B,L,D
Day 6: Riga This morning’s city tour reveals the special treasures of this Baltic gem, once Russia’s coveted warm-water port and the largest of the Baltic
St. PeterSburg & the baltic caPitalS14 days from $4,398 total price from Boston, New York($3,895 air & land inclusive plus $503 airline taxes and fees)
T he curtain opened, and finally we could see what lay behind ... now, sophisticated travelers are drawn to witness a world transformed. Visiting four distinct nations,
four thriving capitals and their provincial outskirts, we discover for ourselves the fascin- ating heritage and stimulating contemporary life of this remarkable and diverse region.
Tour membership limited to 24 guests
Cover photo: On Day 13, we tour Peterhof, former summer palace of the czars.
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Small Group Tour Highlights
Comprehensive tour of a fascinating region • Visit to KGB Museum in Vilnius • Trakai, medieval capital of Lithuania • Rundale Palace, architectural highlight of provincial Latvia • Sigulda National Park, the “Switzerland of Latvia” • Estonia’s open air Rocca-al-Mare village museum • Historic Tallinn • Tour of St. Petersburg’s Hermitage, one of the world’s greatest museums • Lunch with a St. Petersburg family • Peterhof, royal estate of czar Peter the Great
Day Itinerary Hotel Rating1 Depart U.S. for Vilnius
2-4 Vilnius Radisson Blu First Class Astoria Hotel
5-7 Riga Radisson Blu Sup. First Elizabete Hotel Class
8-10 Tallinn Radisson Blu Sup. First Sky Hotel Class
11-13 St. Petersburg Belmond Grand Deluxe Hotel Europe
14 Depart St. Petersburg for U.S.
Ratings are based on the Hotel & Travel Index, the travel industry standard reference.
capitals. Riga boasts lovingly restored architecture ranging from medieval to art nouveau; a well-preserved Old Town; magnificent churches, including St. Mary’s Cathedral (the Dom), with its 6,789-pipe organ; and a lively arts scene. The afternoon is free; our well-located hotel offers easy access to Riga’s attractions. B
Day 7: Riga/Sigulda Today we travel east of Riga to Sigulda to visit Gauja National Park, Latvia’s pre- mier nature preserve. Our excursion includes a visit to Gutmanis’ Cave, a 35-foot cavern bubbling with fresh spring water believed to have curative powers; and the ruins of Turaida Castle, whose round red brick tower rises above the forest canopy. We return to Riga mid-day and dine together tonight. B,D
Day 8: Riga/Parnu/Tallinn En route to the Estonian capital of Tallinn, we stop for lunch in sea side Parnu, Estonia’s “summer capital.” We reach Tallinn late this afternoon; dinner is at a local restaurant. B,L,D
Day 9: Tallinn This northernmost Baltic capital has endured a history similar to that of its cousins: a favored port location often coveted by its more powerful neighbors; centuries of war with brief periods of independence; 20th-century an nexing by Russia; and finally, again, in dependence. We see layers of Tallinn’s tumultuous his tory on this morning’s city tour featur- ing the surprisingly well-preserved medieval Old Town. Then the remainder of the day is free to enjoy this 800-year-old city as we wish. Green spaces abound, including vast Kadriorg Park, surrounding the palace and featuring a Japanese tea garden. B
Day 10: Tallinn This morning we visit the Estonian Open-Air Museum at Rocca-al-Mare, where 18th- and 19th-century life is recreated with authentic wooden
We visit beautiful 15th-century Trakai Castle on Day 4.
farm houses, churches, and other structures from rural Estonia. We enjoy lunch together then have an after- noon at leisure to explore Tallinn independently. This evening is at leisure to dine on our own in this city with restaurants ranging from “nouveau Estonian” to American. B,L
Day 11: Tallinn/St. Petersburg We depart this morning by coach for St. Petersburg, stopping for lunch in Narva, Estonia. After arriving late this afternoon we enjoy dinner together tonight. B,L,D
Day 12: St. Petersburg Czar Peter the Great’s “window on the West,” St. Petersburg was built in
Your Tour Price Includes
• 2 nights’ accommodations at Belmond Grand Hotel Europe (Deluxe)
• 2 meals: 2 breakfasts• Transfer to airport
June 4-6, 2018
St. PeterSburg – On YOur Own
3 days/2 nights for $425 total priceSingle Supplement: $295
Explore more of this fascinating city – Russia’s cultural heart – at your own
pace, from our centrally located hotel on Nevsky Prospekt, adjacent to Arts Square.
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the early 1700s on 44 islands, mostly swampland. Today it’s a beautiful city, laced with canals, graceful bridges, and Empire-style buildings. Our daylong tour includes a visit to awe-inspiring St. Isaac’s Ca- thedral, whose construction took more than 40 years. We see the Peter & Paul Fortress, the Bronze Horse- man statue of city founder Peter the Great, and the main thorough fare of Nevsky Prospekt. Then for a fascinating window on Russian life, we join a local family for lunch and conversation. This afternoon we take a guided tour of the world-renowned Hermi- tage Museum, housing one of the world’s greatest fine arts collections. B,L
Day 13: St. Petersburg/Peterhof This morning we travel to Peterhof, one of the many royal “summer” palaces built by the Romanovs during the last two
centuries of their rule. Most of these palaces were virtually destroyed by retreating Germans during World War II and later rebuilt to their original designs, complete with gilding. Known for its elaborate fountains with gold statues and 142 jets, Peterhof sits in a huge park with a formal 18th-century
garden. Our tour includes both the Grand Royal Palace and the Upper and Lower gardens. Tonight we gather for dinner to bid “da svidniya” to St. Petersburg. B,D
Day 14: Depart for U.S. We depart this morning for our connecting flight to the United States. B
Your Tour Price Includes• Round-trip air transportation from listed cities • 12 nights’ accommodations in Deluxe, Superior
First Class, and First Class hotels• 24 meals: 12 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 7 dinners • Extensive sightseeing as described, including
all entrance fees • Services of an Odysseys Unlimited Tour Director• Private motorcoach transportation throughout your
trip• Luggage handling for one bag per person• Gratuities for local guides, dining room servers,
airport and hotel porters, and all drivers
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Tallinn’s historic and lively Town Hall Square
Cathedral of the Resurrection, St. Petersburg
Dear Arizona Alumni and Friends,
Travel with us on a special 14-day adventure through four distinct nations to explore some of Europe’s most hidden gems. You’ll be delighted by the fascinating heritage of this diverse region.
Your odyssey begins with a tour of the Lithuanian capital, Vilnius, a UNESCO site. Travel on to Trakai, Lithuania’s medieval capital, and 15th-century Trakai Castle. Passing through the Latvian countryside, you reach Rundale, the grand 18th-century Baroque palace. Stop next in Riga, the largest of the Baltic capitals. From here, make your way to the Estonian capital of Tallinn and the Rocca-al-Mare village museum. Your trip concludes in beautiful St. Petersburg with a tour that includes Peterhof and the Hermitage Museum.
Space on our exclusive UAAA tour is limited to just 24 travelers – call today to reserve your space!
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Lisa Valentine Director of Alumni Travel The University of Arizona Alumni Association
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ot li
mite
d to
, fre
quen
t fly
er m
ileag
e ac
crua
l, st
opov
ers,
alte
rnat
e tra
vel d
ates
, upg
rade
s, a
nd a
irlin
e ta
xes
and
fees
. If y
ou p
refe
r to
mak
e yo
ur o
wn
trave
l arr
ange
men
ts, L
and
Only
is a
vaila
ble
on m
ost t
ours
. Sin
ce int
erna
tion
al a
nd
dom
esti
c ai
r sc
hedu
les
are
subj
ect
to c
hang
e at
any
tim
e, w
e re
com
men
d th
at i
f yo
u ch
oose
to
mak
e yo
ur o
wn
air-
line
rese
rvat
ions
, yo
u do
not
pur
chas
e no
n-re
fund
able
tic
kets
or
thos
e w
ith
high
pen
alti
es f
or c
hang
es.
If y
ou c
hoos
e to
mak
e yo
ur o
wn
air
arra
ngem
ents
, O
dyss
eys
Unl
imit
ed,
Inc.
sha
ll no
t ha
ve a
ny l
iabi
lity
for
any
loss
res
ulti
ng f
rom
ca
ncel
lati
on o
f th
is t
our
or c
hang
es in
this
tou
r.