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$1200 p.p on DBL $1400 on single
When : Valid Throughout 2018
Duration : 4 days / 3 nights
Welcome to Estonia
Discover the secret tastes of medieval and modern Estonia in this culinary journey
ESTONIA, THE SOUL, THE FOOD, THE HISTORY, UNIQUE JOURNEY, UNIQUE PEOPLE.
LET’S DISCOVER ESTONIA TOGETHER WITH THE WORLD AT HER FEET
Interesting facts, funny stories and history, let our tour guide welcome you Estonia and share stories weaved into their food culture, designs and nordic traditions. Gastronomic tours around Tallinn will leave you in awe of its vibrant street food. See the city’s most beautiful historic spots and exclusive shopping experiences from boutiques to ateliers. Whether you are looking for traditional or modern cuisine, our special food tours should satisfy your palate and our private guided tour offers the best of Estonia. Come to a journey that guarantees an amazing experience and a great holiday.
Highlights of the tour
Blend of East and West, a Nordic country with a twist, this is Estonia, amalgamation of history and tastes.
Our experience to Estonia is a guaranteed departure and needs a minimum of just two women travelling together
Tallinn Food Tour
Our delicious Estonian food tour starts at Tallinn, combining it with sightseeing. This walking tour will include a stop over at medieval taverns, street delis and authentic tastes from different cafes. Our guide will explain Estonia dishes, influences and history. We chat with the chefs and eat our way through the streets of beautiful Estonia.
Toompea Castle
Toompea Castle, nowadays Estonian Parliament building, is on top of Toompea Hill and was constructed in the 9th century. It was taken over by Danish crusaders in 1219 but was subsequently enlarged and became part of the City Wall. The sheer history of this intriguing building makes it a must-see.
Kiek in de kök
A medieval watchtower “Kiek in de kök” was part of Tallinn’s historical fortification. The watch tower is now an exhibition centre offering tourists experience, information and entertainment with innovative video and sound-effects narrating the history of the town fortifications and its significant military events. There’s a cafe on the top floor of the tower with magnificent views of Toompea.
Eating and Shopping
A day of pure indulgence ! We will visit the Design Shopping Street with Estonian Design boutiques including “Nu Nordic – House of Estonian Design” that sells contemporary clothing, accessories . En route we stop for tasty bites before we proceed to the Kalamaja district, a non-mainstream Creative Hub for open minded people. There are a variety of design and vintage shops as well as artisan, handmade, alternative and eco products. Our last stop will be at the Muhu* Bakery, where you’ll have a chance to see the small local eco-bakery at work, and will have a possibility to taste some of traditional for Estonia black bread.
Patarei Sea Fortress
Our walking tour continues along the “Cultural Kilometer” and we have a quick photo-stop at the Patarei Sea Fortress, which has a deep and dark history for nearly a century as a non-escapable prison. The beautiful triangular fortress of Patarei, built for Nicholas I in the early nineteenth century and used in the twentieth as a Soviet prison, is now a public museum and culture park.
Maritime Museum at Seaplane Hangars
This is one of the most exciting maritime museums and is located in the Seaplane Harbour. The seaplane hangars display over 200 genuine items: a real submarine called Lembit, a century-old icebreaker called Suur Tõll, a Short 184 seaplane, the remains of the oldest ship found in Estonia.
Food Food Food
A cultural and culinary adventure with a short walk towards the lower Old Town Centre, our tour takes us into the medieval themed restaurant “Peppersack”.
Savour delicious soup along with freshly baked buns along with a shot of Pepper & Honey schnapps!. En route to Olde Hansa we stop at the “Gourmet Club Deli & Café” for Estonian traditional black bread along with Estonian pesto, and sauces.
Luscher & Matiesen
Visit the Museum of Estonian Drinking Culture, secret terrace and cellar of the old town “Luscher & Matiesen”
Marzipan Museum
Visit the small marzipan museum displayed at the oldest Café Maiasmokk and admire their famous window decorations. A delicious stop at this Marzipan Museum before heading out to OKAPI Art Gallery on Niguliste Street.
Dominican Monastery
Our guide will show you the Dominican Monastery and narrate stories when the city belonged to Hanseatic League. The area is interspersed with studios and workshops for leather, textile, glass objects, jewellery, hats, and pottery- our very own shopping haven for the day.
KUMU – Art Museum of Estonia
The guided visit to KUMU, an art museum will give an insight into Estonian art from the 18th century onwards, showing both Socialist Realism and the Nonconformist art. Exhibitions include both foreign and Estonian modern and contemporary art. Kumu received the prestigious European Museum of the Year Award of 2008.
Kadriorg Palace
Kadriorg Palace built in 1723 by Peter the Great in honor of his wife Catherine I. The Swan Pond with its picturesque island and grottoes is a delightful sight. The palace, originally an imperial summer residence, has been extremely well preserved since the early 18th century.
Pööbel
Dine at the famous restaurant “Pööbel “ immensely popular with the locals and savour the atmosphere
Here’s what’s included:
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Our package covers everything necessary to make it the most awesome trip you can be on!
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Accommodation in selected room category with BB: 3 overnights at The von Stackelberg Hotel Tallinn or similar
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Arrival transfer (car, mini-van, bus) from Tallinn Port or Airport to the hotel in Tallinn
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Transportation with private car, or mini-van, or bus, as indicated in the program
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Full program with all the mentioned food-breaks and meals, such as:
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Day 1, 2-course dinner with a welcome drink at hotel restaurant
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Day 2, “Tallinn Food Tour” with 6 food & drink stops, followed by 2-course dinner with a drink at Pub “Pööbel”.
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Day 3, 2 food-breaks and 1-food-stop, 2-course light lunch at restaurant & Café “Maru” with a glass of house wine.
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Day 4, 3-hour tour with entrance to KUMU – Art Museum of Estonia (guided, with transport)
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Entrances to the sights and museums as indicated in the program
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All the described en route stops and visits to galleries, studios and workshops of Estonian Design. (Visit to 11 designer boutiques – a chance to shop till you drop)
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Local English-speaking guide services for arrival transfer and for the indicated sightseeing- and food tours. Please note that our tour guide does not participate on dinner on 1st day.
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Prices include VAT
What’s not included
- International Airfare.
- Travel/Medical Insurance.
- Visa.
- All extra excursions that are not stipulated will be borne by travelers.
- Meals, Drinks & personal items that are not stipulated.
- Tips & gratuities.
- Personal expenses in the hotel and during the tour (including mini bar/ room service/ laundry etc).
- Photo and video charges at museums and places of interest
How much would it cost?
1200 $ per person on a twin sharing basis 1400 $ on a single occupancy
Duration : 04 Days / 03 Nights
When : Through entire year of 2018
This trip needs a minimum of two women travelling together to take place.