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LCC International University & The Baltic Story

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LCC International University & The Baltic Story

May 4 - 9, 2026

This journey through Lithuania and the Baltic region explores how nations, institutions, and communities rebuilt themselves after Soviet occupation and ideological collapse.

At its core, the tour reflects on resilience in political, spiritual, and cultural life, tracing how freedom was reclaimed, civic life restored, and education and faith helped shape a new future. The story of LCC International University is woven throughout as a living example of this transformation: a university envisioned during a time of uncertainty and founded on the belief that Christian values, learning, and international partnership mattered in a newly free society.

The journey also highlights the cultural character of the Baltic States through historic cities, places of memory, and everyday expressions of identity, offering a balanced blend of political context, lived experience, and reflection.

6 Days
Duration

Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Finland,
Countries Visited

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Moderately Active
Activity Level

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Trip Highlights

  • Trakai Island Castle – Explore one of Lithuania’s most iconic national symbols, dramatically situated on an island and reflecting centuries of cultural endurance and identity.

  • Vilnius: Faith, Resistance, and Renewal – Spend dedicated time in Lithuania’s capital examining the political, moral, and spiritual foundations that shaped the country during the final years of Soviet control.

  • Hill of Crosses – Experience this powerful pilgrimage site, a moving testament to quiet resistance, collective memory, and enduring faith in the Baltic region.

  • Riga to Tallinn: Baltic Crossroads – Travel through Latvia and Estonia, gaining insight into how occupation, trade, and shifting political forces shaped these historic capitals.

  • Ferry Across the Gulf of Finland – Cross from Tallinn to Helsinki by ferry, marking a symbolic and geographic transition from the Baltic states into the Nordic world.

DAY 1 • Monday, May 4, 2026

Klaipėda → Trakai → Vilnius

The tour begins with its departure from Klaipėda, traveling south across Lithuania. En route, the group stops at Trakai Island Castle, a symbol of Lithuanian identity and endurance set amid the lakes west of Vilnius. After time to explore the castle and grounds, the journey continues into Vilnius, arriving in the late afternoon or early evening.

DAY 2 • Tuesday, May 5, 2026

Vilnius

A full day in Vilnius focused on the political, moral, and cultural foundations of modern Lithuania. The program explores the city’s role as a center of faith, learning, and resistance during the final years of Soviet control, providing essential context for understanding the environment in which LCC International University was first envisioned.

DAY 3 • Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Vilnius → Panevėžys → Hill of Crosses → Riga 

Depart Vilnius and travel north through central Lithuania, with a brief stop in Panevėžys to experience the character of the region and reflect on the broader social and cultural landscape of the early post-Soviet period. The journey continues to the Hill of Crosses, a national symbol of faith and quiet resistance, before crossing into Latvia and arriving in Riga in the evening. 

DAY 4 • Thursday, May 7, 2026

Riga → Tallinn

Begin the day with a focused orientation to Riga as a Baltic crossroads shaped by occupation, trade, and political change. Afterward, continue north through Latvia and into Estonia, arriving in Tallinn by early evening, with time to settle in and enjoy dinner in the historic old town.

DAY 5 • Friday, May 8, 2026

Tallinn → Helsinki 

Spend the morning in Tallinn’s beautifully preserved Old Town, with a guided walking tour through the Upper and Lower Towns that brings to life the city’s medieval, Hanseatic, and civic history. Following time to explore and enjoy the atmosphere, travel by ferry across the Gulf of Finland to Helsinki, arriving in the afternoon to begin experiencing Finland’s Nordic cultural setting.

DAY 6 • Saturday, May 9, 2026

Helsinki

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Pricing

Tour fare per person based on double and single occupancy.

Double Occupancy:

$3,700 USD | $4,995 CAD

Single Occupancy:

$4,337 USD | $5,855 CAD

Inclusions & Experience 

  • This journey includes carefully selected, centrally located four- and five-star equivalent hotels that reflect the character, history, and civic life of each destination. These properties are chosen for comfort, service, and a strong sense of place rather than chain uniformity.

    Planned accommodations include:

    • Vilnius: Grand Hotel Vilnius, located in the historic Old Town near Cathedral Square

    • Riga: Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga, situated in the heart of the Old Town and cultural district

    • Tallinn: Hotel Telegraaf, a refined historic property within Tallinn’s medieval Old Town

    • Helsinki: Hotel Haven, a harborfront hotel near Market Square and the Esplanade

    (Final accommodations are subject to change in the event of unforeseen circumstances, with comparable alternatives provided.)

  • Transportation throughout the journey is designed to be comfortable, reliable, and unhurried, supporting the reflective and relational nature of the tour. Travel between cities will be by private, modern motor coach with experienced professional drivers, allowing the group to move together and engage with the landscape and stories along the way.

    The journey from Tallinn to Helsinki will be by ferry across the Gulf of Finland, with reserved seating to ensure a relaxed and comfortable crossing.

  • Daily breakfast at the hotel and all group dinners. Dinners are thoughtfully curated to highlight local cuisine and regional specialties, with settings that reflect the cultural and social character of each destination. Meals are paced to allow for meaningful conversation, shared reflection, and a relaxed end to each day.

    Water included with meals and will be provided on motor coach.

  • This journey is supported by licensed local guides who lead city walks and site visits, offering thoughtful historical and cultural interpretation grounded in local knowledge.

    The story of LCC International University is woven throughout the experience through shared reflections, conversations, and context offered by those connected to the school’s journey—including founders, board members, and alumni traveling with the group. Together, these voices help shape a living narrative of resilience, faith, and renewal that unfolds alongside the places visited.

    Tour leadership and coordination are provided by TourMagination, ensuring a well-paced, cohesive experience that balances insight, reflection, and discovery.

  • The journey includes entrance to scheduled museums, historic sites, and cultural landmarks that illuminate the political, spiritual, and social stories of the Baltic region.

    Site visits are thoughtfully paced to encourage understanding and reflection rather than rushing from place to place. Time is intentionally built in for walking, observation, and conversation within historic urban settings, allowing the character of each place to be experienced rather than simply seen.

  • This journey is designed as a small-group experience with approximately 15–25 participants, fostering meaningful interaction, shared learning, and a relaxed pace.

    It is well suited to travelers who value depth over speed, thoughtful engagement with history and culture, and a high standard of comfort and care throughout the journey.

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