Expedition - Stage 1: Tallinn to Warsaw

Duration
15 days
Guided Status
Guided
Difficulty
3.0
D-Score™
D+ - Extreme

Overview

Cycle across centuries of history and culture on this 15-day bicycle journey from Tallinn to Warsaw. Begin in Estonia’s medieval capital, where cobblestone streets and Gothic spires whisper tales of the Hanseatic League. Ride along the Baltic coast, through seaside towns like Haapsalu and Pärnu, before reaching the UNESCO-listed capital of Riga, Latvia, home to Europe's finest art nouveau architecture. Pedal through glacial landscapes, wetlands, and forests into Lithuania, exploring cultural towns like Anykščiai and charming Vilnius, known for its artistic character and Gothic Old Town. Enter Poland’s lake district, visit Augustow, ride beside the vast marshes of Biebrza National Park, and glide through the Kurpie Forest to Pultusk, sometimes called “Little Polish Venice.” Your journey concludes in Warsaw, where you'll explore a historic city rebuilt from wartime devastation. This expedition offers a rich blend of nature, local culture, and deep history through the heart of the Baltic region and North European Plain. If you want the full epic expedition from coast to coast check out our Expedition: Baltic to the Adriatic - Tallinn to Venice or if you'd prefer to explore southern Europe instead the Expedition- Stage 2: Warsaw to Venice segment that features the last 15 days of the full expedition.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Welcome to Tallinn!

Welcome to Tallinn!

Day 2: Tallinn to Haapsalu

130 km 440 m

D3

Tallinn to Haapsalu

Day 3: Haapsalu to Pärnu

114 km 330 m

D3

Haapsalu to Pärnu

Day 4: Pärnu to Limbazi or vicinity.

142 km 660 m

D3

Pärnu to Limbazi or vicinity.

Day 5: Limbazi to Riga

111 km 550 m

D3

Limbazi to Riga

Day 6: Riga Rest Day

Riga Rest Day

Day 7: Riga to Biržai

101 km 300 m

D2

Riga to Biržai

Day 8: Biržai to Anykščiai

101 km 300 m

D2

Biržai to Anykščiai

Day 9: Anykščiai to Vilnius

130 km 930 m

D3

Anykščiai to Vilnius

Day 10: Vilnius to Alytus

106 km 600 m

D3

Vilnius to Alytus

Day 11: Alytus to Augustow (Poland)

111 km 600 m

D3

Alytus to Augustow (Poland)

Day 12: Augustow to Łomża

142 km 500 m

D3

Augustow to Łomża

Day 13: Łomża to Pułtusk

126 km 400 m

D3

Łomża to Pułtusk

Day 14: Pułtusk to Warszawa

72 km 300 m

D2

Pułtusk to Warszawa

Day 15: Tour ends

Tour ends

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Airport transfers
Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental
Mechanical support
Support vehicle following all rides