The Baltic region, which includes Estonia, Lithuania, and Latvia, offers an exciting experience for travelers who love walking off the beaten path and exploring everything anti-mainstream. If your friends or family have been eyeing on this region yet having no idea to plan a trip, we got your back! Our travelers, who have been roaming around Europe for the past three years, specially created a Baltic itinerary for small groups. So, if you are planning to travel in a group of 2-8 people, you would want to stick around!
Whether your group prefers a comprehensive, slow-paced journey or a efficient highlight reel, one of these routes will fit your travel style perfectly.
TL;DR – Baltic Itinerary for Groups
A classic Baltic itinerary takes you traveling around Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia, especially its capital Riga, Vilnius, and Tallinn respectively. You need to ideally spend 7-12 days to get the best out of the Baltic and visit all three countries. In terms of experience, the Baltics are worth visiting if you love old towns, beautiful architecture, serene forests and natural landscapes, and hidden gems.
Here is a quick summary for the Baltic Itinerary:
- 10-Days (ideal for first-timers): Vilnius (Lithuania) – Trakai (Lithuania) ➔ Kaunas (Lithuania) ➔ Šiauliai (Lithuania) ➔ Pakruojis (Lithuania) ➔ Riga (Latvia) ➔ Talinn & Leheema National Park (Estonia)
- 6-Day (ideal for travelers with limited time): Riga (Latvia) ➔ Šiauliai & Jelgava (Lithuania) ➔ Lustūzis (Latvia) ➔ Tallinn & Lahemaa (Estonia)
- 9-Day (ideal for adventurers): Tallinn & Laheema (Estonia) ➔ Riga (Latvia) ➔ Kemeeri National park (Latvia) ➔ Gauja National Park (Latvia) ➔ Jūrmala (Latvia) ➔ Vilnius (Lithuania) ➔ Trakai (Lithuania)
10-Day Group Baltic Itinerary (Ideal for First-Timers)
Pace: Relaxed & Immersive
Highlights: The capitals, famous national parks, and historical places
This itinerary is curated by Joshua, a traveler and group trip host with 3+ years of experience from England. It is first-timer friendly and allows you to explore the highlights of the Baltics and visit every capital.
Day 1-2: Vilnius, Lithuania
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- Getting there: Vilnius International Airport
Day 3: Trakai (Day Trip)
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- Getting there:
- 30-minute train ride from Vilnius
- 30-minute drive from Vilnius (taxi/Bolt available)
Day 4: Kaunas, Lithuania
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- Getting there:
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- Getting there: 1-hour train ride from Vilnius (double-decker train with free WiFi and large luggage)
Day 5: Šiauliai, Lithuania
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- Getting there: 2-hour drive from Kaunas via A1 and A12 highways (private minibus or car)
Day 6: Pakruojis, Lithuania
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- Getting there: 40-minute drive from Kaunas
Day 7-8: Riga, Latvia
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- Getting there: 1.5-2-hour drive from Kaunas | Alternative: Lux Express bus from Šiauliai
Day 9-10: Tallinn, Estonia
Stay: Tallinn (Vanalinn Old Town)
Getting there: 4.5-hour drive from Riga | Lux Express bus
Wind down your trip in a fairytale setting. Tallinn’s perfectly preserved, cobblestoned UNESCO World Heritage Old Town offers panoramic viewing platforms and stunning Gothic architecture.
6-Day Group Baltic Itinerary (Ideal for First-Timers)
Pace: Fast & Efficient
Highlights: Riga & Tallinn, famous national parks & historical site
This itinerary is crafted by Windy, a traveler and trip host who has traveled to 30+ countries. Living in Europe, Windy enjoys discovering new countries around the continent including the Baltics. Yet, she understood that some travelers have limited time to explore. So, follow this itinerary your group has limited vacation days but still wants to experience the distinct personalities of Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia. This condensed Baltic itinerary hits the absolute icons.
Day 1: Riga, Latvia
- Stay: Riga Old Town or Central District
- Getting there: RIX Riga Airport
Kick off the journey in Latvia’s vibrant capital, enjoying an evening of fine dining and Baltic hospitality.
Day 2: The Hill of Crosses & Jelgava
- Stay: Riga Old Town or Central District
- Getting there:
- 2-hours drive Riga to Hill of Crosses
- 1-hour drive Hill of Crosses to Central District
Make an unforgettable cross-border excursion into Lithuania. Your group will visit the awe-inspiring Hill of Crosses, a powerful pilgrimage site covered in over 100,000 crosses. On the way back, explore Jelgava, known for its beautiful Baroque palace.
Day 3: Lustūzis
- Stay: Riga Old Town or Central District
- Getting there: 1 hour 15 minutes-drive from Riga (rental car or taxi)
Experience Latvia’s scenic side. Lustūzis is famous for its striking sandstone cliffs and cave systems along the Amata River, giving your group a refreshing breath of nature.
Day 4-6: Tallinn & Laheema National Park, Estonia
- Stay: Tallinn (Vannalin Old Town)
- Getting there: 4.5-hour drive from Riga | Lux Express or rental car
Balance the city with a day trip to Lahemaa National Park. It features pristine raised bogs, wooden boardwalks, and elegant Baltic-German manors—an easy, rewarding hike for adult groups.
Which Itinerary is Right For Your Group?
| Group Travel Preference | Recommended Route | Key Highlight |
| Want a slow-paced, comprehensive experience | 10-Day Itinerary | Trakai Castle & Pakruojis Manor |
| Short on time but want to see 3 countries | 6-Day Itinerary | The Hill of Crosses & Lahemaa Bog |
Pro-Tip for Group Travel: Logistics are incredibly straightforward across the Baltics. For groups of 4 or more over the age of 30, hiring a private minibus driver or renting a comfortable SUV is often highly cost-effective and saves your group from managing train schedules with heavy luggage. Which of these two travel styles fits your group’s upcoming vacation goals best?