Faculty-led travel courses · Europe
Baltic Faculty-Led Travel Course
Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia
This program travels through Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia, three neighboring countries whose history has been shaped by many peoples and empires. Students explore medieval old towns, Soviet-era history and the digital, modern economies these countries have built since independence.
Good to know
- Language
- Latvian, Lithuanian and Estonian (English widely spoken in cities)
- Currency
- Euro (all three countries)
- Best season
- May–September
- Typical length
- 10–14 days (customizable)
Highlights
What students will see and do
- Riga, LatviaLatvia's capital has a UNESCO-listed historic center and one of Europe's largest collections of Art Nouveau buildings.
- Rundale Palace, LatviaAn 18th-century Baroque palace south of Riga, designed by the architect Bartolomeo Rastrelli.
- Vilnius, LithuaniaThe capital's Old Town is one of the largest surviving medieval old towns in Eastern Europe and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Trakai Castle, LithuaniaA 14th-century island castle on Lake Galve, once a seat of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania.
- Tallinn, EstoniaEstonia's capital has a well-preserved medieval Old Town, also a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Estonia's Digital SocietyEstonia is known for its e-government services, including online voting and digital residency programs.
Faculty-led travel courses
Courses that fit Baltic
Professors build their own syllabus; ARAMFO arranges the visits that bring it to life.
Art, Architecture & HistoryA course could study medieval Hanseatic towns, Baroque palaces and Art Nouveau architecture across the three capitals.
Psychology, Sociology & Social WorkA course could examine post-Soviet transition, national identity and minority issues in the Baltic states.
Business & EntrepreneurshipA course could study the startup sector, digital government and trade links of small European economies.
Journalism, Film & MediaA course could explore press freedom, media in the post-Soviet period and information security in the region.
Map
Where you will go
Academic and professional visits
- A local university faculty of political science or history
- A technology startup hub
- A museum of occupation and resistance
- A municipal or national government office
Visits are chosen with the professor to match the course.
Itinerary
Sample itinerary
A starting point only — every trip is adjusted to your course, dates and budget.
Customizable. This sample shows the kinds of visits and places available. Days, pace and academic visits are built around your course.
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Day 1
Departure for Vilnius
Begin the journey to the three Baltic capitals.
- Depart for Vilnius
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Day 2
Arrival in Vilnius
Arrive in the capital of Lithuania and settle in.
- Airport arrival
- Transfer to the hotel
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Day 3
Vilnius Old Town
Walk through one of the largest surviving medieval old towns in Europe, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Vilnius Cathedral and Gediminas Tower
- St. Anne's Church and St. Bernardine's Church
- Vilnius University old courtyards
- Gate of Dawn with the Madonna of Vilnius
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Day 4
Vilnius Academic Day
Connect your course with Lithuanian institutions and leave time to explore the city on your own.
- Academic visit matched to your course (university, school, NGO or company)
- Free time for independent exploration
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Day 5
Vilnius to Riga
Cross Lithuania into Latvia by private coach and arrive in the largest city in the Baltics.
- Private transfer to Riga
- Hotel check-in in Riga
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Day 6
Riga Old Town and Art Nouveau
Explore Riga's medieval core and its world-famous collection of Art Nouveau buildings.
- Freedom Monument and Latvian National Opera
- Old Town, Guild Houses and Dome Cathedral
- Swedish Gate, St. Peter's Church, Powder Tower and Three Brothers
- Art Nouveau district, Alberta Street and Art Nouveau Museum
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Day 7
Riga Independent Day
A free day to explore Riga at your own pace, including its Central Market and waterfront.
- Free time for independent exploration
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Day 8
Riga Academic Day
Meet local professionals and students to see how Latvia has developed since regaining independence in 1991.
- Academic visit matched to your course (university, school, NGO or company)
- Free time in the afternoon
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Day 9
Riga to Tallinn
Travel north into Estonia, home to one of the best-preserved medieval capitals in Northern Europe.
- Private transfer to Tallinn
- Hotel check-in in Tallinn
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Day 10
Tallinn Old Town
Discover a walled Hanseatic town that is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Lower Town, Town Hall Square and St. Nicholas' Church (Niguliste)
- Toompea Hill, Toompea Castle and St. Mary's Cathedral (Dome Church)
- Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
- Great Guild Hall (Estonian History Museum), entrance included
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Day 11
Tallinn Academic Day
Learn how Estonia became one of Europe's most digital societies and use the rest of the day as free time.
- Academic visit matched to your course (university, school, NGO or company)
- Free time for independent exploration
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Day 12
Departure Day
Transfer to Tallinn airport and fly home.
- Transfer to Tallinn airport
What is included
ARAMFO arranges everything
You choose the dates and the airport your group flies from. We handle the logistics and the academic visits so you can focus on teaching.
3–6 credit hours, offered through your own department · 8+ students and the professor's travel cost is covered by ARAMFO · Your dates and your departure airport
- Airfare from your preferred airport
- Hotels or student housing
- Meals as set out in the itinerary
- Transportation in the host country
- Tour guides and entrance fees
- University, company and professional visits
- A native guide with the group for the whole trip
- Customized dates and itinerary
Get started
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