Home to Viking lore, Gothic spires and forests full of berries, the Baltics host some of Europe’s best-kept secrets. Hike bog boardwalks, bike windswept coastlines and sail between fairytale towns. From Tallinn’s techy edge to Riga’s art nouveau glow and Vilnius’ sacred charm, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania serve old-world wonder with a modern twist. Venture off-the-beaten path and immerse yourself in this lesser-explored European region. Natural, wild beauty is everywhere to be seen and experienced. Stroll along endless white-sand beaches and walk through raised bogs full of carnivorous plants, hunt for amber and forage for berries, mushrooms and wild herbs. History is waiting to be discovered. Learn about Jewish heritage in Latvia and Lithuania. In Lithuania, walk Vilnius and experience the quiet charm of its Old Town—a UNESCO Heritage site. Explore the best of the Baltics with your family—from the medieval castles of Lithuania to Estonia's wild wetlands. Explore a bog on bog shoes, wandering along wooden boardwalks, and swim in a healing, coffee-coloured bog lake. The surrounding forest is perfect for picking mushrooms and berries, which you can use to prepare a delicious dessert or enjoy a barbecue lunch over an open fire with the kids. Hop on board a private ship straight out of _Pirates of the Caribbean_ and cruise from one colourful island to the next, taking in the Baltics' big nature in between. Paddle, kayak and sail like a Viking, and join local fishermen in the early morning as they empty their nets. Savour a wild boar barbecue in the backyard of your private stately manor house. After adventure-filled days by the sea, witness incredible views on a hot air balloon, walk barefoot through the dunes, explore the bustling creative quarters of Tallinn and Vilnius and pedal past endless biodiverse nature reserves and sandy beaches.
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