Welcome to Tallinn, Northern Europe's most enchanting medieval gem. Don't waste your precious hours in port waiting for crowded, rigid cruise-line tour buses. Step off the gangway and straight into your own private, air-conditioned vehicle.
We specialize in premium private shore excursions and port transfers, designed specifically for cruise passengers who want to see the real Tallinn without the crowds, without the rush and with complete peace of mind.
Why Cruise Travelers Choose Us
Back-to-ship guarantee. Getting back to the ship on time is your top priority, and ours. Every itinerary is planned with a generous time buffer. We guarantee you will be back at the cruise terminal well before your all-aboard time. Our local drivers know every alternative route in the city.
A name-sign welcome at the pier. Your personal driver and licensed local guide will be waiting for you directly at the cruise terminal exit, holding a sign with your name.
Truly private, truly tailored. We do not run large group tours. Every excursion is adapted to your pace, interests and preferences.
Your language, your guide. No audio guides. Charismatic, licensed local guides speaking your native language: English, German, Spanish, French and more.
Rated 5.0 on Google. This reflects the quality of our work and the trust of clients from around the world.
Our Fleet
For individuals and couples: executive business-class sedans, Mercedes-Benz E-Class and Lexus, for a smooth and elegant ride.
For families and groups of up to 8: spacious minivans, Mercedes-Benz V-Class and Mercedes-Benz Vito. Generous luggage space and wide windows for sightseeing.
For groups of more than 8: buses with 18, 24 and 55 seats.
Option 1. Highlights Tour of the City and Coastal Suburbs, 4-6 Hours
A seamless itinerary that blends the historic centre with Tallinn's beautiful coastal areas, making the most of your time in port.
The Medieval Heart of the Old Town
We begin with a drive to the ancient fortifications of Toompea Hill. Your guide leads you on a gentle walking tour of cobblestone streets, hidden courtyards and majestic cathedrals. You will enjoy the iconic panoramic viewpoints over the red-tiled rooftops and the Baltic Sea.
Coastal Pirita and Ancient Ruins
We take a scenic drive along the seaside promenade to the district of Pirita and stop at the magnificent 15th-century stone ruins of St. Bridget's Convent, an atmospheric landmark that standard shore excursion buses often skip. We also pass the historic Olympic Yachting Centre.
Song Festival Grounds and Kadriorg Park
You stand on the vast arch of the Tallinn Song Festival Grounds, the historic heart of the Singing Revolution. Then we move on to Kadriorg, the grand Baroque palace and park ensemble founded by Tsar Peter the Great: a stroll through the gardens, a view of the KUMU Art Museum and a drive past the Estonian Presidential Palace.
A Culinary Finale
At your request, we can arrange a lunch or culinary break. A medieval tavern in the Old Town offers hearty elk soup, game pastries baked from 15th-century recipes and pickles from a barrel by candlelight. Alternatively, a modern seaside bistro serves Baltic herring, local farm pork, rye bread, Estonian craft beer or coffee with the famous Vana Tallinn liqueur.
Read more about the city sights on our private Tallinn tour by car with a guide page.
Option 2. Countryside Escape to Lahemaa National Park, 6-8 Hours
The perfect choice if your ship is staying in port for a full day.
Jägala Waterfall
The highest natural waterfall in Estonia, dropping from over 8 metres. A spectacular sight and a perfect spot for panoramic photography.
Palmse Manor
Deep in Lahemaa National Park lies one of the most beautiful 18th-century baronial estates in the Baltic region. The beautifully restored palace of the von der Pahlen family, formal gardens, a historic orangery and a unique collection of vintage cars.
Sagadi Manor
Just minutes away stands another architectural masterpiece, the pastel-pink Sagadi Manor in Rococo style, with a horseshoe-shaped pond and centuries-old tree alleys.
Viru Bog
Estonia's famous bog, explored safely along a comfortable wooden boardwalk among dwarf pines and clear bog pools. An observation tower offers a breathtaking view of untouched nature.
Tavern Lunch and the Captains' Village
Lunch at Altja Kõrts, a historic thatched-roof Estonian tavern: hearty pot roasts, fresh fish, traditional mulgipuder with bacon, homemade kvass or local farmhouse ale. Then on to Käsmu, a historic coastal captains' village with massive glacial boulders right at the water's edge.
See the full Lahemaa route with a detailed description of every stop on our Tallinn ↔ Vihula tour through Lahemaa National Park page.
Our manager is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, ready to plan every detail of your itinerary and make your day in Estonia truly unforgettable.
Tour Prices and Booking Details
Option 1, highlights tour of Tallinn, Pirita and Kadriorg:
Sedan for 1, 2 or 3 passengers: 30 EUR per hour.
Minivan Mercedes-Benz V-Class or Mercedes-Benz Vito for groups of 4 to 8: 40 EUR per hour.
Option 2, countryside tour to Lahemaa:
Sedan for 1, 2 or 3 passengers: 35 EUR per hour.
Minivan Mercedes-Benz V-Class or Mercedes-Benz Vito for groups of 4 to 8: 45 EUR per hour.
Buses with 18, 24 and 55 seats for groups of more than 8: our manager will calculate the price for your route and time in port.
Guide in any language: 45 EUR per hour, paid separately.
If you do not need a guide, your driver will easily take you to every location on the route.
Honest pricing: a fixed rate agreed in advance, with no hidden extras.
Payment: cash, bank card, PayPal or invoice for companies.
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