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Gothic Treasures - A Walking Journey

    Port: Tallinn, Estonia
    Tour: Gothic Treasures - A Walking Journey
    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 heart of the Lower Town. This 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. Both the exterior and interior are impressive, but the woodcarvings and paintings in the Councilor's Chamber deserve special mention. Afterwards, continue your walking tour of the Lower Town and see the Great Guild, the Holy Ghost Church, the 15th-century Apothecary Shop and numerous medieval merchants' homes. After returning to the coach at the 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 last 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.
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Upper Town & Kadriorg Palace

    Port: Tallinn, Estonia
    Tour: Upper Town & Kadriorg Palace
    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. Continue along Tallinn's Medieval cobbled streets and you'll see the Gothic dome church, also known as St. Mary's Cathedral. 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. The Swan Pond in the Lower Garden is a visual delight. Kadriorg means 'Catherine's valley' in Estonian, although the palace was seldom visited by the Tsarina. Since the Russian Revolution, the ornate palace rooms have been used as an art museum, and following closure in recent years, Kadriorg has reopened in its former glory. After viewing highlights of the European art on display, stroll through the Lower Garden back to your coach for the return to your ship.
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Saku Brewery & Old Town Tour

    Port: Tallinn, Estonia
    Tour: Saku Brewery & Old Town
    Your tour will start with a 30-minute drive to Saku where you'll be welcomed by Saku Brewery, the largest and oldest beer factory in Estonia. Documentary evidence shows the first production period at the Saku beer house was in October 1820. You'll learn all about Saku beers: the history, how it is made, how the beer is best kept and so on. After a learning lesson and a tour around the brewery, you'll have an opportunity to experience Saku beer and discover why it is called the Beer King of Estonia. After the beer tasting, you'll return to Tallinn. As you approach the Old Town, you'll see fascinating views of the medieval city wall with its fairy-tale turrets. Then, the walking portion of your tour will begin at the Nun's Gate 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.
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