How much does it cost?

From £1,575 per person, the operator's advertised from-price, read on its own page on 12 Sept 2026. About $2,128 at ECB reference rates. Departures, room types and dates can price differently; the operator's page is the final word.

Is this an escorted or independent tour?

Escorted, with a Tour Manager throughout. Two free days, in Vilnius and Tallinn, leave time for independent exploration or optional rail day trips.

Which trains are used?

Regional trains link the named cities, and the Aukstaitija narrow-gauge heritage railway, built in 1899, runs between Panevezys, Anyksciai, and Rubikiai. No specific named trains are given for the other legs.

When does this tour run?

One departure is listed, in September 2026, from GBP 1,575 per person on the Ground Only fare (joining at Vilnius, leaving at Tallinn). A Flight Inclusive fare from Stansted starts at GBP 1,750.

What is not included?

Optional activities, souvenirs, laundry, meals not mentioned in the itinerary, and additional hotel services such as minibar or spa.

Railtrail Tours · Escorted tour

Vintage Baltics 2026

Escorted 10-day Baltic rail tour, Vilnius to Tallinn, three capitals

Railtrail Tours' Vintage Baltics is a 10-day escorted tour that starts in Vilnius, Lithuania, and ends in Tallinn, Estonia, with a Tour Manager accompanying the group throughout. After four nights in Vilnius, including a free day and a midday train to Trakai's 14th-century island castle on Lake Galve, the tour moves north by train and coach through Kaunas, the 1899 Aukstaitija narrow-gauge heritage railway near Anyksciai, and the Hill of Crosses on the way to Riga. Two nights in Riga include a train excursion to the seaside resort of Jurmala, before the route continues by train through Gauja National Park to Turaida Castle in Sigulda, then on to Tartu and Tallinn. The days combine city walking tours with regional and heritage rail journeys, and two free days, in Vilnius and Tallinn, leave room for rest or optional rail trips. This suits travellers who want Baltic castles, medieval old towns, and train journeys handled as a group, with some independent time built in.

What to know before you look closer

The included meal plan is modest: only 2 evening meals and 4 lunches are covered across 9 nights; other meals are at your own cost.
Only one departure is currently listed, in September 2026.

Day by day

Day 1overnight: Vilnius
Arrival in Vilnius
Direct flights from Stansted, Luton and London City - indirect flights from Gatwick, Birmingham, Manchester, and Edinburgh - to Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania. Transfer to our centrally located hotel.
Day 2railovernight: Vilnius
Free day in Vilnius
A free day for your own relaxation and exploration of Vilnius. Optional rail day trip to Marijampole or Visaginas for rail enthusiasts.
Day 3railovernight: Vilnius
Vilnius Old Town and Trakai Castle
Tour of the UNESCO-listed Old Town, partly by coach and partly on foot, seeing the main churches, the Gate of Dawn, Vilnius University and Cathedral Square. Midday train to Trakai to visit the 14th century island castle on Lake Galve, with a lake cruise. Welcome dinner in a local restaurant.
Day 4railovernight: Vilnius
Kaunas by train
Coach to Lentvaris railway station for the train to Kaunas. City tour including the historic funiculars (in service since 1931), and Lord Jesus Christ's Resurrection Basilica. Lunch in a traditional Lithuanian restaurant. Return by train to Vilnius.
Day 5railovernight: Riga
Aukstaitija narrow-gauge railway to Riga
Travel to Anyksciai to visit the Siaurukas railway museum and ride the narrow-gauge heritage railway (built 1899) between Panevezys, Anyksciai and Rubikiai. Barbecue lunch by Lake Rubikiai. Stop at the Panevezys narrow-gauge railway museum and the Hill of Crosses en route to Riga.
Day 6railovernight: Riga
Riga and Jurmala
Riga highlights tour including the biggest indoor market in the Baltic States, the Dome Cathedral, St Peters Church, the Parliament Buildings, and the Swedish Gate. Lunch, then train to the seaside resort of Jurmala for a walking tour before returning to Riga by train.
Day 7railovernight: Tartu
Turaida Castle and Tartu
Train to Gauja National Park to visit 13th century Turaida Castle in Sigulda, the 'Switzerland of Latvia'. Continue to Tartu, stopping at the Valmiermuiza Brewery for lunch. Walking tour of Tartu, the 'intellectual capital of Estonia', including the Kissing Students Fountain.
Day 8railovernight: Tallinn
Tallinn
Early train to Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. Mid-morning tour of one of the most completely preserved medieval towns in Europe. Free afternoon before a farewell dinner in the evening.
Day 9railovernight: Tallinn
Free day in Tallinn
Free time for relaxation and exploration. Optional rail day trips for rail enthusiasts to Viljandi, Riisipere or Paldiski.
Day 10
Departure
Road transfer to the airport for flights back to the UK.

The moments this trip is built around

Day 3Day 3: Midday train to Trakai to visit the 14th century island castle on Lake Galve, with a lake cruise.
Day 5Day 5: Rides the Aukstaitija narrow-gauge heritage railway, built in 1899, between Panevezys, Anyksciai, and Rubikiai, with a barbecue lunch by Lake Rubikiai.
Day 6Day 6: Train to the seaside resort of Jurmala for a walking tour, returning to Riga by train.
Day 7Day 7: Train to Gauja National Park to visit 13th century Turaida Castle in Sigulda, the 'Switzerland of Latvia.'
Day 8Day 8: Early train to Tallinn, capital of Estonia, for a tour of one of the most completely preserved medieval towns in Europe.

Included

9 nights bed & breakfast plus 2 evening meals and 4 lunches
All travel and excursions as per itinerary
Services of experienced Tour Manager

Not included

Optional activities, souvenirs, laundry etc.
Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
Additional hotel services (e.g. minibar, spa)

Questions travellers ask

How much does it cost?: From £1,575 per person, the operator's advertised from-price, read on its own page on 12 Sept 2026. About $2,128 at ECB reference rates. Departures, room types and dates can price differently; the operator's page is the final word.
Is train travel included?: Yes. Regional trains are used for the Vilnius to Trakai leg, the Vilnius to Kaunas return trip, the Aukstaitija narrow-gauge heritage railway near Anyksciai, the Riga to Jurmala return trip, the Sigulda to Tartu leg, and the Tartu to Tallinn leg.
Is this an escorted or independent tour?: Escorted, with a Tour Manager throughout. Two free days, in Vilnius and Tallinn, leave time for independent exploration or optional rail day trips.
Which trains are used?: Regional trains link the named cities, and the Aukstaitija narrow-gauge heritage railway, built in 1899, runs between Panevezys, Anyksciai, and Rubikiai. No specific named trains are given for the other legs.
When does this tour run?: One departure is listed, in September 2026, from GBP 1,575 per person on the Ground Only fare (joining at Vilnius, leaving at Tallinn). A Flight Inclusive fare from Stansted starts at GBP 1,750.
What is not included?: Optional activities, souvenirs, laundry, meals not mentioned in the itinerary, and additional hotel services such as minibar or spa.