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Private Shore Excursion: Tallinn Old Town Walking Tour with Round-Trip Transfer

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Enjoy flexibility and personalized attention from one of our friendly team members, your private guide in Tallinn. It is a private experience, which means you will have a choice of where in Old Town to spend more time and which topics should be covered in depth. Take a creative route that weaves through not-so-touristy places, and stop for refreshments in one of the cafés if you wish so.

What to expect?
-Your private guide will meet you at Tallinn cruise terminal exit gate at agreed time.
-Our driver will take you to Upper Old Town. The drive takes approx 10 minutes.
-You will have a 3-hour private walking tour both at Toompea Hill and in the lower Old Town.
-The tour concludes at the central Town Hall Square or nearby
-1.5 hours of free time will follow. Treat yourself with a glass of wine or beer and take in the atmosphere…
-Our driver will meet you at a prearranged location for the drive back to the cruise terminal.

The duration of this private experience is 5 hours in total.

What's Included

  • Pickup from Tallinn cruise terminal exit gate
  • Private high-quality vehicle for the return transfer
  • Bottle of still water for each participant
  • Food
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At time of booking, please provide us with the name of the cruise ship, the scheduled docking time and what time you wish to start your private tour.Our meeting point is at the exit gate of Tallinn cruise terminal. You will need to walk 300 meters/0.2 miles from the cruise ship to the gate. Your private guide will be standing by the gate holding a sign with your name written on it.

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Tallinn Old Town

Get acquainted with the attractive Tallinn Old Town area and learn about the country of Estonia on this 3-hour private walking tour.Our guide and driver will meet you at Tallinn cruise port exit gate. The cruise port exit gate is located 300 meters/0.2 miles/ 8 minutes walking from the ship. Your tour guide will be standing behind the exit gate holding a sign with your name written on it.The tour begins with a 10-minute panoramic drive to Toompea Hill, where we start to discover the UNESCO-listed old city on foot. Toompea is a charming area that is home to Toompea Castle; the medieval defensive towers Kiek in de Kök and Tall Hermann; two cathedrals: one dedicated to St. Mary and another to St. Alexander Nevsky; and two viewpoints offering nice views for picture taking. Enjoy the scenic stroll and the enthralling commentary.Then, we descend to the lower town, where your private tour continues with approx. 30-minute long visit away from the main sites. The tranquil ambience is the main attraction here, competing with the some great stories and insights.Next, we head towards the Town Hall Square that has been the hub of the city since the 13th century. Highlights along the route include the medieval town wall and old merchants’ houses, the Great Guild House, Church of the Holy Spirit, the Town Hall, St Catherines Passage and one of the oldest pharmacies in Europe. Feel free to poke your head into cafes, workshops and galleries as we pass by to take note for later pleasures.The tour ends at the Town Hall Square or nearby, depending on where you wish to spend the 1.5 hours of free time. After some exploration on your own, our driver will meet you at a designated spot (4-5 minutes walking from the Town Hall Square) and drives you back to the cruise port.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not suitable for those with mobility issues, and is not suitable for wheelchair or mobility scooter users
  • At time of booking, please provide us with the name of the cruise ship, the scheduled docking time and what time you wish to start your private tour
  • Maximum of 5 participants per your group: we keep the groups small so that the platform for questions and discussion can be kept large

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Shore Excursion: Tallinn Old Town Walking Tour with Round-Trip Transfer?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Pickup from Tallinn cruise terminal exit gate
  • Private high-quality vehicle for the return transfer
  • Bottle of still water for each participant
  • Entrance fee to St. Mary's Cathedral
  • Drop-off at Tallinn cruise terminal gate
  • 1.5 hours of free time in Tallinn Old Town after the tour
  • English-speaking guide services for the 3-hour private walking tour
  • Food

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not suitable for those with mobility issues, and is not suitable for wheelchair or mobility scooter users
  • At time of booking, please provide us with the name of the cruise ship, the scheduled docking time and what time you wish to start your private tour
  • Maximum of 5 participants per your group: we keep the groups small so that the platform for questions and discussion can be kept large
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operated by a business

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