9 days tour
You can start cycling this tour from Tallinn on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Day 1: Bike ride from Tallinn to Padise (65 km / 40 miles)
The tour follows the Northern coast of Estonia. Cliffs are followed by sandy beaches. After some up’s and down’s you will get to Türisalu cliff with the view to the Island of Naissaar and Vääna-Jõesuu. Keila-Joa waterfall, the third most powerful waterfall in Estonia and mystic ruins of Padise Monastery are on your way. Stay in hotel or tourism farm.
Day 2: Bike ride from Padise to Haapsalu (55 km / 34 miles)
Day 2 is just a riding day. For such a small country, the diversity of Estonia’s landscapes is unique in Europe. The route goes through forests and fields and pass some bogs. Day’s highlight is Haapsalu – a charming seaside resort famous for its range of spa hotels and fine beach. The old town is popular too and Haapsalu Castle, haunted by a white lady, hosts many events including various music festivals. Stay in hotel.
Day 3: Bike ride to island Hiiumaa (10 km + 1.5h on ferry + 28 km / 6.2 miles + 1.5h on ferry + 17.3 miles)
This day the tour takes you to the second largest island in Estonia – Hiiumaa. Formed as a result of a meteorite explosion Hiiumaa is one of the oldest islands in the world. Hiiumaa is known for its lighthouses, unspoilt nature, Kassari and the sense of humour of its inhabitants. After about 1.5h on ferry, the route takes you to Hiiumaa’s capital Kärdla, known of it’s cozy islander atmosphere. Stay in guesthouse or hotel.
Day 4: Bike ride to Saaremaa island (50 km + 1h on ferry + 8 km / 31 miles + 1h on ferry + 4.9 miles)
From Kärdla, the route takes you to South-Hiiumaa and first to Kassari island. On your way is Vaemla Wool Factory, where the yarn is made using authentic machineries from last century. Romantic Kassari chapel and Sääre tirp peninsula are worth visiting here. In the evening the ferry takes you to the largest island in Estonia – Saaremaa. Stay in a romantic guesthouse. If you love nature, beach and sea, this is the place where to spend more than one night.
Day 5: Ride to the capital of Saaremaa – Kuressaare (51 km / 32 miles)
Windmills are considered to be the symbol of Saaremaa. On that day road takes you to Angla Windmill Mount, where you can see the windmills characteristic of the island of Saaremaa, were you can watch a miller at work and taste homemade bread. Kaali field of meteorite craters -the rarest nature wonder in Estonia, being at the same time the most spectacular in Eurasia is also on your way. Your destination – Kuressaare, is a small and charming summer resort known for its medieval castle. Stay in a hotel next to the castle, sea and beach.
Day 6: Ride to Koguva and Muhu island (78 km / 48 miles)
Bike ride to Muhu island - the place where time rests. Authentic sleepy fishing villages, working windmills, thatched cottages. The day’s highlight is the authentic Koguva village and museum - the best preserved 19th century village in Estonia, where all of the buildings are architectural landmarks. Stay in a authentic tourism farm.
Day 7: Bike ride to Varbla (20 km + 30min Ferry+ 31 km / 12.4 miles + 30min Ferry + 19.2 miles)
The way to Kuivastu harbor goes through Muhu island. Early Gothic style Muhu St Catherine’s Church and handicraft shop Oad and Eed in Liiva are worth visiting. Ferry ride back to the mainland takes only 30 minutes. Cycle route 1 leads to the seaside all the way to Varbla. Stay in a hotel next to the sea.
Day 8: Bike ride to Pärnu (70 km / 43.5 miles)
Quiet road goes through some very small villages and turns to the seaside. Just before Pärnu is Valgeranna beach, a good place to take a break. Summer Capital Pärnu is famous for its beach life and made its way to the list of Russian imperial resorts already in 1890. Long, white sandy beaches, shallow waters and “the best Sun in Estonia” attract Estonians and visiting guests alike. Beach promenade, old town, a lot of cafes and restaurants and relaxed atmosphere. Stay in a guesthouse next to the river, a short ride from the beach.
Day 9: Pärnu and individual departure
Thank you for taking a tour with us! Bicycle tour ends in Pärnu. Bikes will stay in Pärnu, in the last hotel. Public bus back to Tallinn or to Tartu or to Riga.
8 Days Tour
Day 1: Take a train out of Tallinn to Turba. Cycling on the old railway track to Haapsalu. Distance: 47 km /29.35 mi
Then continue as 9 days itinerary.
