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Tallinn

Meet a Nordic designer and discover how she upcycles discarded waste materials to create green fashions. The venue for this enlightening experience will be the Telliskivi Creative City, a former industrial complex that has been converted into the largest creative center in Estonia. Of all the studios and galleries, the one that Reet Aus owns may be the most inspiring. She is committed to ending the fashion industry’s throwaway culture by creating clothing with excess textiles that would otherwise end up in a landfill. By upcycling or turning old garments into higher-quality sustainable ones, she helps to reduce Estonia’s carbon footprint. You will find a similar environmentally conscious atmosphere at the photography museum Fotografiska. After browsing the exhibits, you will enjoy lunch at a zero-waste restaurant, where the dishes are as creative as the photography. Views of Tallinn’s World Heritage site, Old Town, will enhance the dining experience.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Meet a designer that upcycles discarded textiles to create sustainable fashions.
• See stylish high-quality clothing made with materials once earmarked for the landfill.
• Browse a photography museum and dine in its zero-waste restaurant.

HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Your tour begins with a leisurely drive that circles the Old Town, offering excellent views of the ancient city wall. A guided walking tour of the Upper Town begins at the Kiek in de Kok Cannon Tower. As you stroll the narrow and winding cobbled streets, admire the castle, now the seat of Estonia’s Parliament, and the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, before walking through the Danish King’s Garden down to the Town Hall Square.

The stunning 15th-century building is one of the best-preserved Gothic Town Halls in Europe and has been at the center of Tallinn's life for six centuries. Visit the 14th-century Holy Spirit Church; this radiantly white church with its distinctive octagonal tower stands just off Town Hall Square. The elaborate painted clock on its façade is Tallinn's oldest public timepiece, dating to the late 17th century. Throughout medieval times it remained the primary church of the common folk. After the Reformation, it was here the first sermons were ever given in the Estonian language (as opposed to German).. Continue your walking tour of the Lower Town and see the Great Guild, the 15th century Apothecary Shop and numerous medieval merchants’ homes.

After returning to the coach at Mere Boulevard, a 20 minute drive will bring you to the Rocca al Mare Open Air Museum displaying fine examples of Estonian rural architecture from the past 200 years. You’ll find many examples of spectacular wooden buildings preserved in peaceful surroundings, including old farmhouses, fishermen’s houses, a village church, a village school and windmills of various kinds. Before the coach returns to the ship there will be a brief opportunity for shopping at the museum’s small gift shop.

A drive from the harbor takes you through the city center and along the main street passing Estonia’s modern and elegant 19th century buildings. As you approach the Old Town, you’ll get fascinating views of the medieval city wall with its fairytale turrets. The walking portion of your tour begins at Nun’s Street in the Lower Town. Strolling through the old streets, you’ll see the beautiful medieval guild houses, the Gothic Town Hall and the charming 15th century apothecary. Continue to the beautiful Kadriorg Park, founded according to the order of Peter the Great and named after Peter's wife, Catherine.

Admire the architecture of the Baroque palace and enjoy the lovely restored gardens, a small replica of Versailles. The tour continues to the Song Festival Ground where national song festivals are held and up to 30,000 singers participate. Following a brief visit to the interesting ruins of the 15th century St. Brigit’s Convent, you’ll drive back to the city, past the famous Estonian Russalka monument and the summer residence of Count Orlov.

OVERVIEW

Visit attractions that will lend historical insight into Jewish life in Tallinn, especially during World War II. A walk through Old Town will set the stage for your immersion into the past as Tallinn was founded there in the 13th century. The focus will turn to Estonia’s natural beauty once you drive into the countryside, enjoying views of the Baltic Sea as you pass by Rannamoisa Cliff and roaring Keila Waterfall, which lies in the shadow of a manor house once owned by the statesman that founded Imperial Russia’s secret police. Enjoy a short break at a local cafe. Consider it an omen of what lies nearby – the infamous Klooga Concentration Camp. Of all the horrors, the cruelest was the execution of every Jew in the camp just before they were to be liberated. Seeing the memorial at Klooga will be a moving experience. The Jewish population still isn’t huge in Tallinn, but it is growing as you will discover at the capital’s Beit Bella Synagogue.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Visit Klooga Concentration Camp, where thousands of Jews were executed during World War II.
• Gain an understanding of modern Jewish life in Tallinn at the Beit Bella Synagogue.
• Walk through the capital’s 13th-century Old Town for a glimpse into Tallinn’s long history.
• Behold the natural beauty on the outskirts of town at a seaside cliff and thundering waterfall.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Snap selfies at the most photogenic spots in and around Tallinn, many of them iconic attractions that define the city. To ensure the best possible results, a selfie expert guide will offer tips so you can capture just the right angle, lighting and composition for every shot. Your pictures will be ideal for posting on social media and sharing in other ways.

As you walk and ride through Tallinn, you will pause at designated selfie stops that include:
• Estonian Maritime Museum
• Tower Square
• Aleksander Nevski Cathedral
• Houses of Parliament
• Patkuli Viewpoint
• Long Leg Gate
• Town Hall Pharmacy (Exterior)
• Masters Courtyard & Viru Gate

HIGHLIGHTS

• Take inspiring selfies at the most photogenic attractions in Tallinn.
• Follow tips from your selfie expert guide to ensure the very best pictures.
• Learn the historical significance of the locales while enjoying their dramatic settings.
• See Upper Town, home to the Aleksander Nevski Cathedral and Houses of Parliament.
• Pose at the old pharmacy and town hall, both 15th-century landmarks by Town Square.
• Stand before two medieval entrances to Old Town – Long Leg Gate and Viru Gate.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Wear casual, weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes.
• Bring a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.
• Be sure your phone or camera is fully charged.

Your tour begins with a drive through the picturesque Estonian countryside towards one of the oldest towns of Estonia – Rakvere. This town is located about 100 km east of Tallinn. Stop at the Rebala Heritage Reserve to look at an ancient cemetery from the Nordic Bronze.

Visit the partially ruined, 13th century Rakvere Castle to see weapons, the Torture Chamber and Hell Chamber. At the entrance to the castle you’ll find an enormous sculpture of a bull called Tarvas, standing in guard of the town. A medieval lunch with Estonian beer is served in the castle restaurant. Afterwards, learn about distilling in Estonia and you’ll have a chance to taste Estonian spirit. Alcohol has been produced in Estonia since the 15th century and the exhibition presents important information concerning alcohol production. For those who wish to receive a certificate of the “connoisseur of vodka“, a more thorough spirit, a tasting opportunity will be provided.

From Rakvere you’ll return to Tallinn for a walking tour of the old town, starting at the Tall Hermann Tower. Follow your guide through Palace Square, with the Parliament House of Estonia and the Russian Orthodox Church. The stroll will take you over cobblestone lanes for an outside view of the famous St. Mary’s Cathedral and panoramic lookout points from where you’ll have a splendid view over the old town wall, red-tiled roofs, towers and steeples.

Your tour begins with a scenic drive through the cultural heart of Tallinn. View the Tall Herman Tower, one of the three remaining towers of the Knights of the Sword Castle. From the base of the nearby Cannon Tower, enjoy a wonderful view of the churches and towers of Tallinn's Upper Town. You’ll then continue through Kadriorg Park, a true highlight with its charming Baroque ensemble that was designed as a summer residence for Peter the Great. You’ll also see the beautiful Swan Pond where a photo stop will be made. You’ll visit the Song Festival Ground, a natural amphitheater that hosts Estonia's national song festivals.

You’ll pass by the Forest Cemetery where distinguished Estonians are buried amongst the pine trees, before continuing on to Pirita, the beachside location of the yachting complex built for the 1980 Olympic Games. From this vantage point, the 16th century ruins of St. Bridget's Convent can be seen. As you return to the harbor, you'll drive past the summer residence of Count Orlov and the delightful statue of Russalka, Estonia's mermaid, on the coast.

Departing from the pier, begin with a scenic drive around the Old Town, which offers magnificent views of the medieval city walls. See the watch-towers, graceful spires, and winding, cobblestone streets. Visit the Russian Orthodox Church inaugurated in 1900 and filled with a stunning array of superb icons. View the exterior of the castle, now the seat of Estonia’s parliament.

Built on a cliff, the Upper Town provides a superb vantage point from which to view the red gabled roofs and spires of Lower Town. Your tour continues down both Long and Short Leg Streets to the Lower Town. See the apothecary, which opened in 1422, the Great Guild House, Blackheads Brotherhood House and the 15th century Gothic Town Hall. Enjoy some free time on the grounds of the Dominican convent at a colorful market and St. Catherine’s Arts and Crafts Center, before rejoining your coach and returning to the pier.

Bicycle through the most historical and picturesque sections of Tallinn, parts of which are a World Heritage site dating to the 13th century. As you pedal through garden-like Kadriorg Park, which Peter the Great established in 1718, you will see the palace he named for his wife, Catharine. For a glimpse into more recent Estonian culture, you will bike through the Song Festival Grounds, the site of the Singing Revolution, a 1988 musical demonstration against Soviet rule. The influence of Communism will really come to life outside the Estonian History Museum, where you will view of a collection of discarded sculptures of leaders such as Stalin and Lenin that were more prominently displayed during the Soviet occupation. It was a turbulent time, as you will discover at the sobering Memorial to the Victims of Communism. The more scenic side of Tallinn will present itself at beautiful Pirita beach and in Old Town, where you will pause at a delightful café.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Pedal a bike through Tallinn at a leisurely pace that allows you to really enjoy the highlights.
• Gain insight into the Soviet occupation of Tallinn at a sculpture garden and at a memorial.
• See the 18th-century palace Peter the Great built for his wife at lovely Kadriorg Park.
• Explore Old Town, a World Heritage site in the heart of Tallinn.

OVERVIEW

Ride a double-decker bus through Tallinn, hopping on and off at the destinations that interest you the most. The beauty of this tour is that it allows you to linger at the attractions that sound most intriguing, so you will never feel rushed or compelled to leave. The bus will be waiting for you when you are ready to depart for the next stop. You will receive a route map and headphones onboard that explain the destinations, making it easy to choose your favorite ones. You will likely start in Upper Town, where you will find foreboding Toompea Castle. Be sure to look up to see the Estonian flag flying over its tower. Other stops include the Estonian Maritime Museum at the Seaplane Harbor, the Monument to the War of Independence at Freedom Square and Kadroirg Park, a naturally beautiful urban setting that dates to 1718 when Tsar Peter the Great conceived it.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Ride a bus around Tallinn, stopping at the attractions that you find most appealing.
• Stay as long as you like in each attraction to enhance your understanding of it.
• Hop on the waiting bus whenever you please and ride it to another intriguing destination.
• Explore sights as diverse as Toompea Castle, Kadriorg Palace and the Maritime Museum.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

This full day tour starts with a visit to the Song Festival Grounds with a capacity for 300,000 spectators and up to 30,000 performers sing. A short stop will provide you with an impression of the festivals that are held here every five years. Continue to Pirita, the beachside location of the yachting complex built for the 1980 Olympic Games where the 16th century ruins of St. Bridget’s Convent can also be seen. A short drive follows to Tallinn’s Upper Town, passing ancient walls and tower gateways. Disembark your coach at Tall Hermann Tower from where flies the national blue, black and white flag. Walk up Toompea Hill to Palace Square to view the Baroque Toompea Castle, now the residence of the Estonian Parliament, and to visit the Russian Orthodox Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, a dominating feature of Upper Town’s city skyline and home to numerous golden icons and mosaics.

Walk along Tallinn’s medieval cobblestone streets and proceed to the scenic viewpoint over the Lower Town rooftops, where there will be limited time for shopping in the small shops. Descend Short Leg Street to the Lower Town for an independent visit to Town Hall Square and view the exterior of the Gothic Town Hall. Your lunch will be served at one of Tallinn’s typical Old Town restaurants followed by a concert of medieval music in Holy Spirit church. Continue your walk along Catherine’s Passage, where shopping and browsing opportunities at the local craft workshops (including glass, leather, millinery and ceramic wares) await you. Return to the coach for the drive back to your ship.

Begin with a scenic drive around the Upper Town of Tallinn. Pass by the old town wall from the 13th century, the Fat Margarete Tower and the main railway station. You’ll leave the coach at the Tall Hermann Tower for a short walk to the Palace Square. Visit the Russian St. Alexander Nevski Orthodox Cathedral (1900), displaying a lot of spectacular icons. Take a short walk to several panoramic viewpoints where you can enjoy the view over the Lower Town, harbors, marinas, commercial ports and even do some shopping.

Take a short drive to the Seaplane Harbour, an Estonian Maritime Museum. This unique museum displays some large exhibits, most of them housed in the seaplane hangars built in 1916-1917. Originally, a part of Peter the Great’s Naval Fortress, the Seaplane Harbour has lately been restored for the needs of the Estonian Maritime Museum. It exhibits the Lembit submarine, the Suur Toll steam icebreaker, Short Type 184 seaplane and other life-size items. This is a great experience for the entire family to see and do such as: the Yellow Submarine, an aquarium, games, a cafeteria, the harbor and many more. During your stay at this museum you’ll also have an opportunity to enjoy a coffee break at the cafe and to visit the museum shop. At the end of your tour, board your coach for a return ride to the pier.

Depart from the pier for a short drive to Tallinn’s Old Town, where ancient walls and tower gateways can be seen. At Tall Herman Tower, walk the short distance up Toompea Hill to Palace Square. Visit the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral which dominates the city skyline, with numerous gold icons and mosaics inside. Proceed to the scenic viewpoint over the Lower Town rooftops, before rejoining your bus.

Continue the tour to Kadriorg Palace, built in 1723 by Peter the Great in honor of his empress wife Catherine I. Its magnificent scale is enhanced by its setting on several levels, with upper and lower gardens in contrasting styles. Since the Russian Revolution, the ornate palace rooms have been used as an art museum. After viewing highlights of the European art on display, stroll through the Lower Garden back to your coach for the return to your ship.

Embrace the ‘ghosts’ of Tallinn during this captivating evening sightseeing excursion to the Old Town, an UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Tallinn, Upper-Old Town Stroll

After being greeted by a costumed monk, a spectral figure straddling the realms of the living and the dead, depart the pier for the short drive to the Upper-Old Town of Tallinn, an UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best-preserved medieval town centres in Europe. Medieval Tallinn was the northernmost member of the Hanseatic League, a powerful merchant alliance. Upon arrival, take a stroll through the Upper-Old Town. Along the way, the costumed monk imparts a chilling, eye-raising narrative about the Old Town’s otherworldly connection.

Toompea Hill, St. Nicholas Church, Danish King’s Garden

Since ancient times, Tallinn's Old Town has captivated hearts with its legends and ghostly tales. Your first stop is at the Danish King’s Garden. Located next to Toompea Hill on the slope facing the St. Nicholas Church, the Danish King’s Garden is renowned as the most haunted area in Tallinn. Here, the devils are rumoured to have set fires in the middle of the square. Your walk continues towards the St. Nicholas Church. During a photo stop here, the costumed monk recounts the curious tale of Herzog de Croÿ and gestures towards the spot where legend has it that the devil himself orchestrated a wedding.

Lower-Old Town Stroll, Medieval Streets, Town Hall Square, Dominican Monastery

Next, descend the stairs leading down to Tallinn’s quaint Lower-Old Town and take a stroll through its medieval streets. Tales of ghosts and spirits also abound within the confines of its captivating Town Hall Square, each echoing with whispers of centuries past. Your tour culminates at the ancient Dominican Monastery, erected in 1246. Whilst leading your group through its halls, the costumed monk unveils echoes of gasping monks and haunting Gregorian chants that still linger within its walls. Before departing, the monk hands out a mysterious elixir, fostering a deeper connection with the spectral inhabitants. At the conclusion of your tour, re-board your coach for the short drive back to the pier.

Experience the history and architecture of Tallinn during a scenic sightseeing drive through the city, and a walking tour of the Upper Old Town.

Orientation Drive

Depart the pier for the approximate 30-minute drive out of the city centre and past Kadriorg Park, the main recreation area of Tallinn. An Italian architect designed the park for Peter the Great by following the Tsar's conquest of Estonia in the Great Northern War. A photo stop is then made at the grounds where the popular Estonian Song Festival is held every five years (photo stop not available during major events of the Song Festival Ground). Then continue with a drive through Lasnamäe residential area to hear about country´s Soviet period and different cultures living side by side in Estonia.

Upper Old Town Walking Tour

Afterwards, proceed for a visit to the Old Town. Upon arrival, leave your coach at the foot of the 'Tall Hermann' Tower; then commence your guided walking tour along the cobblestone lanes and narrow alleys. Pass by Medieval houses, towers and bastions en route to the Upper Town of Toompea Hill. During your stroll through the Upper Town, see the pseudo-Baroque Toompea Palace, which houses the Estonian Parliament, the Russian Orthodox Church of St. Alexander Nevski and the 'hate wall' separating the nobility's and the merchants' towns.

The walking tour continues past the oldest school in Estonia, which dates from 1319. Before reaching the famous 13th-century Dome Church, St. Mary's Cathedral, which dates from 1233 A.D. and features more than 100 coats of arms of former noble families. Proceed for a stop at a scenic viewpoint for panoramic vistas over the Lower Town, which is highlighted by seaside towers and steeples rising above the cluster of red-tiled roofs.

Afterward, walk back to your coach for the brief return drive to the pier.

Discover the exquisite spirits of medieval Tallinn during this fun-filled ‘sip and stroll’ sightseeing tour of the Lower-Old Town.

Tallinn, Lower-Old Town Stroll, Medieval Streets, Beautiful Houses, Estonia’s Beer-Making Heritage

Depart the pier for the short drive to the idyllic Lower-Old Town of Tallinn, an UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best-preserved medieval town centres in Europe. Medieval Tallinn was the northernmost member of the Hanseatic League, a powerful merchant alliance, and the Lower-Old Town was the heart of the old trading city. Upon arrival, take a delightful sightseeing stroll through the medieval streets of the quaint Lower-Old-Town. Along the way, pass by beautiful medieval houses, and learn about Estonia's beer-making heritage, which dates back thousands of years when barley, wheat, and rye were first cultivated.

Lower-Old Town Bar, Beer-Tasting, Old Town Walls, Tallinn Stroll, Local Bar, Second Beer Tasting

A stop is made at a local bar in the Lower-Old Town for an opportunity to sample a local brew. Afterward, leave the Old Town behind and venture beyond its walls. Take a leisurely guided stroll through the bustling streets of Tallinn, and immerse yourself in the enchanting evening ambiance. A second stop is made at a popular bar outside of the Old Town for a second tasting of locally-made beer accompanied by light snacks. At the conclusion of your tour, proceed for the short walk back to the coach, then commence the short drive back to the pier.

Explore one of the finest medieval old towns in all of Northern Europe and the oldest pharmacy during this half-day tour.

Enjoy the view from your coach as you pass the old town wall with its towers from the 13th to 15th centuries and step down at Nunne Street, opposite the railway station. Enter the Old Town through the gates, which were made into the city wall at the end of the 19th century in order to shorten the route to the railway station.

Old Town Walking Tour

On the other side of the wall, see 3 towers with peculiar names (Nun, Sauna and Golden Leg) attached to the wall and the building of the former St. Michael's Convent, now the Gustav Adolf Gymnasium (founded in 1631). Pass the Church of the Transfiguration of Our Lord and continue walking to old guild houses and the outside visit of Church of Holy Spirit with its timepiece. Through the narrowest and shortest lane of down town, White Bread Passage, enter the Town Hall Square. Here, beside the medieval Town Hall (1404) the old apothecary´s shop, Raeapteek, which is the oldest continuously operating pharmacy in Europe (1422).

Europe's Oldest Pharmacy

Learn more about Raeapteek and its fame during a short tour on the premises. Although the pharmacy has undergone some changes, its medieval atmosphere still exists. Beside modern medicines, one can buy also traditional ones: the famous house wine Claret, marzipan, tinctures, ointments, oils and herb teas. In the basement work-shop, taste Raeapteek´s famous claret, followed by a presentation on Estonian herbs while you touch and smell their distinction. The visit will end with a tasting of some herbal teas.

After your visit to the pharmacy, walk to the Catherine's Passage lined with handicraft workshops, and Müürivahe Lane with the street market of wool and linen products.

Before re-joining your coach and the drive to the port, some free time is available for shopping or browsing.

Explore medieval Tallinn, an UNESCO World Heritage Site, and enjoy an interactive chocolate workshop and tasting during this scenic sightseeing excursion.

Tallinn, Lower-Old Town Stroll

Depart the pier for the short drive to the idyllic Lower-Old Town of Tallinn, an UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best-preserved medieval town centres in Europe. Medieval Tallinn was the northernmost member of the Hanseatic League, a powerful merchant alliance, and the Lower-Old Town was the heart of the old trading city. Upon arrival, take a delightful sightseeing stroll through the medieval streets of the quaint Lower-Old Town, passing by Town Hall Square en route.

Chocolala, Meet the Master Chocolate-Maker, Interactive Chocolate Workshop

Next, proceed to Chocolala, voted one of the 10 best chocolateries in the world by Fodor’s. Upon arrival, meet Chocolala’s master chocolate-maker, then begin your fun-filled and interactive, approximately 1.5-hour chocolate workshop. Along the way, observe the chocolate-making process, learn about the history of chocolate-making, and try your hand at making a delectable chocolate creation of your very own.

Chocolate Tasting, Sparkling Wine, Shopping

Following your chocolate workshop, you are invited to sample your chocolate creation accompanied by a glass of sparkling wine and browse the Chocolala chocolates available for sale. At the conclusion of your tour, re-board your coach and commence the short drive back to the pier.

Get a glimpse of Estonian architecture during this panoramic, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Kadriorg Park, Estonian Song Festival Ground

Depart the pier for a drive out of the city centre and past Kadriorg Park, the main recreation area of Tallinn. An Italian architect designed the park for Peter the Great by following the Tsar's conquest of Estonia in the Great Northern War. A photo stop is then made at the grounds where the popular Estonian Song Festival is held every five years (photo stop not available during major events of the Song Festival Ground). Then continue with a drive to Kalamaja.

Kalamaja, Seaplane Haangars

Kalamaja, meaning 'Fish House' is one of the oldest suburbs in Tallinn and is full of Bohemian charm. The quiet neighborhood is full of colorful 19th century wooden houses which have been adopted by local artists as restoration projects in an area that was traditionally dominated by fishermen, fishmongers and boat wrights. During your scenic drive you'll stop for a photo at the Seaplane Hangars, which were the largest reinforced concrete structures in the world when they were built in 1917.Then continue past the soviet era architecture mixed with newly renovated port area.

Stout Margaret Tower

Before going back to port, you will get a glimpse of the Old Town. Visit Stout Margaret Tower, a huge bastion in the city walls overlooking the harbor. Today the Tower is home to maritime exhibits and belongs to the UNESCO Heritage list.

Embrace the culture and flavours of Estonia during this memorable, half-day culinary experience.

Local Market

Depart the pier for the short drive to the local market/store, and meet the renowned Estonian chef Tarmo Griffel. Together, browse the market to locate the freshest ingredients for your meal, then proceed to the chef's workshop set at the Estonian Open Air Museum.

Cooking Lesson and Lunch

Upon arrival, spend the next three hours preparing a three-course meal consisting of Estonian specialities that combines traditional and modern cooking methods. Along the way, learn about the Estonian food culture, local history of cooking, and new food preparation skills and knowledge. The cosy atmosphere and professional culinary team make you forget that you are actually in the middle of the modern city centre. Following your cooking lesson, you are served the meal you have helped to prepare. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board the coach for the short drive back to the pier.

Chef Tarmo Griffel

Tarmo Griffel is a creative and experienced chef, whose life has always been complemented by the world of culinary arts. In the past Tarmo worked for 11 years as house manager and chef at the US Ambassador's residence in Tallinn. The rest of his career has also centered around the culinary world - he has worked as an executive trainer at the Food Academy and as a head chef at Padise Manor, Babyback Barbecue Restaurant and Maxima Foods. In addition, he has been a scout leader, where he picked up an interest in forest food. Now he also leads foraging tours and cooking classes in nature. Tarmo currently demonstrates tricks of the trade at barbecue courses at Grillimaailm. He is very passionate about food, cooking is his hobby and his job, he loves combining traditional dishes with modern elements and experimenting with spicy food.

Explore Tallinn at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your driver and English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Explore Tallinn at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your driver and English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Experience the Post-Soviet Estonia in a unique new way during this Soviet-style tour through Tallinn with an Estonian snack.

Tallinn by Soviet bus

Board a Soviet VIP bus for a tour of Tallinn! This is the motto of the tour conducted in the style of histo-tainment by your special guide, a freedom fighter taking you back to 1991-1992 when Estonia become independent. The guide will share great stories about Soviet life, sing such Russian songs as Katyusha and Kalinka, and show you Tallinn.

Estonian Snack

Enjoy a Soviet style snack.

Enjoy the sights of Tallinn on an Electric Bike and see the beautiful wooden houses, as well as hipster business district of Telliskivi, and glimpse of the Old Town.

City Performance Hall,Seaplane Harbour

Your first stop will be the once-fabulous City Performance Hall, now abandoned. You'll then make your way to the Seaplane Harbour, an interesting architectural piece and enjoy views to the cruise port and former sea fortress.

Kalamaja,Telliskivi Creative City

Narrow streets will bring you closer to our hipster neighbourhood - Kalamaja. Here you will learn about the former fishermen's district and admire the wooden houses. You'll also pass Telliskivi Creative City, a former industrial complex turned creative center now home to art studios, design shops, and cozy cafes.

Tower's Square, Lower Old Town

Then you will cycle past the Towers' Square to the Lower Old Town. The cobble stone streets will lead you past the medieval merchant houses and churches.

You will stop for photos before returning to the port.

Enjoy the sights of Tallinn on a bike and see the beautiful wooden houses, as well as hipster business district of Telliskivi, and glimpse of the Old Town.

City Performance Hall,Seaplane Harbour

Your first stop will be the once-fabulous City Performance Hall, now abandoned. You'll then make your way to the Seaplane Harbour, an interesting architectural piece and enjoy views to the cruise port and former sea fortress.

Kalamaja,Telliskivi Creative City

Narrow streets will bring you closer to our hipster neighbourhood - Kalamaja. Here you will learn about the former fishermen's district and admire the wooden houses. You'll also pass Telliskivi Creative City, a former industrial complex turned creative center now home to art studios, design shops, and cozy cafes.

Tower's Square, Lower Old Town

Then you will cycle past the Towers' Square to the Lower Old Town. The cobble stone streets will lead you past the medieval merchant houses and churches.

You will stop for photos before returning back to the port.

Explore the fascinating castles, squares, cathedrals and streets of medieval Tallinn, an UNESCO World Heritage Site, during this panoramic, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Tallinn, Upper-Old Town, Toompea Hill and Castle, Pikk Hermann Tower, Huge Estonian Flag

Depart the pier for the short drive to the Upper-Old Town. Upon arrival, take a guided walking tour through medieval Tallinn, an UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best-preserved medieval town centres in Europe. See Toompea Hill, named after a massive, medieval stone castle that today is home to Estonia's parliament. Adjacent to the castle is Pikk Hermann, a medieval tower approximately 150 feet (about 46 metres) in height with a huge Estonian flag.

Palace Square, Alexeander Nevsky Cathedral, Mosaics, Dome Church, Tombstones, Sarcophagi

Next, your stroll continues on to the Palace Square, site of the Alexeander Nevsky Cathedral. This Russian Orthodox basilica, complete with golden crosses and black onion-shaped domes, was built in the late-19th century during a period of 'Russification'. Step inside the Cathedral to view the icons and mosaics lining its walls. From here, walk to the Dome Church. The oldest church in Tallinn, it is first mentioned in a letter to the Pope dated 1233. Also known as St. Mary's Cathedral, it has served as the burial site for nobility since the 15th century. The Cathedral has a fascinating collection of noble tombstones and stone sarcophagi.

Refreshment Stop, Lower-Old Town Stroll, St. Catherine's Passage, St. Catherine's Guild, Free Time

Leaving the Cathedral, walk to a viewing platform for views over the spires of Tallinn's Lower-Old Town. Medieval Tallinn was the northernmost member of the powerful merchant alliance called the Hanseatic League, and the Lower-Old Town is the heart of the old trading city. After a refreshment stop at a local restaurant near Town Hall Square, stroll through the Lower-Old Town and St. Catherine's Passage, a medieval walkway that is home to St. Catherine's Guild, a collection of artisan studios featuring Baltic glassware, quilts, hats and other traditional crafts. Following your tour, enjoy some free time to shop for souvenirs and gifts. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the short drive back to the pier.

Das Viru-Hochmoor im Lahemaa-Nationalpark hat viele Facetten: Sümpfe, Moore, verschiedene Waldformen und kleine Seen können während der Wanderung vom Holzsteg bewundert werden. Genießen Sie die Fernsicht auf das beeindruckende Landschaftsbild vom Aussichtsturm und lassen Sie die besondere Atmosphäre am frühen Abend während einer Badepause auf sich wirken.

Der Ausflug kurz zusammengefasst:

• 1 Stunde Busfahrt zum Lahemaa-Nationalpark
• Wanderung durchs Moor von ca. 4 km Länge
• Etwa 45-minütige optionale Badepause in einem natürlichen See

Die Abendsonne verleiht Tallinns Altstadt eine besondere Atmosphäre und taucht die historischen Häuserfassaden in ein ganz anderes Licht, als am Tag. Kommen Sie mit und erkunden Sie die vielen kleinen Gassen und architektonischen Schätze zu Fuß.

• Kurzer Bustransfer in die Altstadt Tallinns
• Etwa 2,5-stündiger, geführter Rundgang von der Oberstadt in die Unterstadt
• Unterwegs verschiedene Aussichtspunkte, Fotostopps und etwas Freizeit

Tauchen Sie ein in die Mythen von Tallinn und lauschen die den geheimnisvollen und sagenumwobenen Geschichten von Geistern, Teufeln und unglücklich Verliebten - der etwas andere Stadtrundgang.

• Bustransfer in die Altstadt und zurück zu Mein Schiff®, jeweils ca. 15 Minuten
• Rund 2-stündiger Stadtrundgang durch Tallinn
• Verschiedene Fotostopps inklusive mitreißender Geschichten

Bestaunen Sie bei einem Spaziergang durch Tallinn die zahlreichen Sehenswürdigkeiten und Besonderheiten. Wussten Sie, dass Tallinn eines der weltweit am besten erhaltenen Stadtzentren aus der Hansezeit hat? Aber nicht nur die Stadt selbst ein Hingucker, auch das Estnische Freilichtmuseum im Stadtteil Rocca al Mare hat einige Geschichten zu erzählen.

Der Ausflug, kurz zusammengefasst:

• Ca. 15-minütiger Hin- und Rücktransfer mit dem Bus
• Gut 1,5-stündige Stadtführung durch Tallinn mit Besuch der Domkirche
• Kurze Fahrt zum Estnischen Freilichtmuseum
• Etwa 1,5 Stunden Aufenthalt im Museum mit Kaffeepause

Außerhalb des Stadtzentrums Tallinns, direkt am Meer gelegen, befindet sich die prächtige Parkanlage Kadriorg. Inmitten der Gärten liegt das gleichnamige Barockschloss, das Zar Peter I. Anfang des 18. Jahrhunderts für Katharina I. erbaute. Auch die Tallinner Altstadt beeindruckt durch ihre Vielzahl an sehenswerten historischen Gebäuden und mittelalterlichen Gassen.

Spazieren Sie entlang der wichtigsten Sehenswürdigkeiten der wunderschönen Altstadt Tallinns mit einem tollen Blick vom Domberg auf die Unterstadt. Anschließend beginnt der kulinarische Teil des Ausfluges mit einem Besuch in einem rustikalen Restaurant.

Der Ausflug, kurz zusammengefasst:

• Kurze Busfahrt in die Oberstadt
• Circa 1-stündiger Spaziergang durch die Oberstadt und Domberg mit Besichtigung der Domkirche
• Rustikaler Snack mit Bierverkostung, etwa 45 Minuten
• Kurzer geführter Rundgang der Unterstadt mit Freizeit