7 days in Europe Itinerary

Finland's largest and most populated metropolis, the maritime town of Helsinki boasts varied architecture, a lively cafe culture, and plethora of picturesque natural delights.

On the 6th (Wed), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kamppi Chapel of Silence, get engrossed in the history at Seurasaari Island and Open-Air Museum, then contemplate the long history of Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Uspenskin Cathedral (Uspenskin Katedraali).

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Prague, Czech Republic to Helsinki is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train, bus, and ferry. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET) is 1 hour. In September, Helsinki is little chillier than Prague - with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Thu) so you can catch the flight to Tallinn.

A historic city with its eye firmly on the future, Tallinn blends medieval fortifications, gleaming skyscrapers, and charming boutiques with a spattering of Soviet relics.

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Getting from Helsinki to Tallinn by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: ride a ferry; or do a combination of car and ferry. Expect a daytime high around 19°C in September, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Riga.

Often referred to as "The Paris of the North," Riga offers thriving nightlife and some of the best collections of Art Nouveau architecture in Europe.

On the 9th (Sat), pause for some photo ops at Freedom Monument, then get engrossed in the history at Museum of the Occupation of Latvia, then take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Peter's Church, and finally take in panoramic vistas at View of Riga from St Peter's Church Tower.

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Getting from Tallinn to Riga by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in September, and nighttime lows around 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 10th (Sun) to allow time for the car ride to Vilnius.

The capital of Lithuania, Vilnius, boasts an impressive medieval quarter--one of the continent's largest and a World Heritage Site with almost 2,000 historical buildings.

Kick off your visit on the 10th (Sun): take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Anne's Church.

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Getting from Riga to Vilnius by car takes about 4 hours. Other options: fly; or take a bus. In September, daytime highs in Vilnius are 20°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Mon) so you can fly back home.