Itinerary day by day
Day 1
Kaliningrad
arrival 12:00 (Fri) · departure 05:00 (Sat), overnight on board at the station
City gates, towers, and bastions will introduce you to the history of Königsberg's fortifications. Don't miss the old villas in Amalienau, and be sure to stop for photos near the Cathedral and in Fish Village. These sites are part of the guided tour on the first day.
Guided Tour of Kaliningrad
The tour starts at 14:00 and is available for an additional fee. You'll explore the city with photo stops at major landmarks: the sculpture 'Fighting Bison' in front of the Königsberg Land Court, Victory Square, Peter the Great monument in front of the Baltic Fleet Headquarters, the Drama Theatre, and the old German villas in Amalienau. You'll be impressed by the preserved 'Zackhausen', 'Brandenburg', and 'Königsberg' city gates, the Kronprinz Barracks, 'Dona' and 'Wrangle' towers, and 'Grollman' and 'Oberteich' bastions. You'll also see the Cathedral, an emblem of Kaliningrad and a major tourist attraction, dating back to the 14th century. Take a stroll through Fish Village and enjoy some free time there for a mini-organ concert and souvenir shopping.
Day 2
Svetlogorsk
arrival 09:00 (Sat) · departure 08:00 (Sun), overnight on board at the station
Ancient villas, the Kurhaus, an organ hall, and a water tower tell the story of this Baltic resort. After exploring the architecture, you can continue your walk through the park and along the seaside promenade.
Yantarny Village
Explore Yantarny, home to the world's largest amber deposit. The historical center of Yantarny is located near the Lutheran church built in 1892. You will take a walk to the sea, passing the Schloss Hotel building constructed in a palace style, through Becker Park with centuries-old trees. This beach is the only one in Russia that received the Blue Flag in 2016, a sign of an environmentally friendly and world-class developed beach. Visit the amber production facility.
Sightseeing Tour of Svetlogorsk
Be captivated by the ancient architecture from the late 19th to early 20th centuries: private villas, boarding houses, hotels. The organ hall, larch park, water tower, and Kurhaus. The symbols of Svetlogorsk are the beautiful works of the German sculptor G. Brahert – 'The Water Carrier' and 'Nymph'. You will see the new home of KVN and the 'Baltic Debuts' film festival – the Yantar Hall variety theater. Descents called terraces will lead you to the sea, where a promenade has been built for the convenience of отдыхающих at the water's edge.
Day 3
Zelenogradsk
arrival 09:00 (Sun) · departure 16:00 (Sun)
In the former Cranz, you'll find villas, hotels, and resorts from the turn of the 19th-20th centuries. See the St. Adalbert's Lutheran Church and places associated with Queen Louise, followed by a visit to the seaside promenade.
National Park 'Curonian Spit'
The Curonian Spit, formed by the sea and wind, is a narrow sandbar where the salty sea meets a freshwater lagoon. This unique and picturesque place is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site and recognized as a national park. Experience the mystery of the Dancing Forest, where tree trunks twist in bizarre shapes. Visit the viewing platform on Efa Dune for a panoramic view of the spit's diverse landscapes–sea, lagoon, pine forests, and sand dunes.
Guided tour of Zelenogradsk
During a walking tour of festive Zelenogradsk, you'll see the unique old architecture of Cranz: resorts, hotels, and private villas from the late 19th to early 20th century; the Lutheran Church of St. Adalbert, Queen Louise's Grove, and the house where she stayed in 1807, among other sights. A walk along the promenade will offer stunning views of the sea.
Kaliningrad
arrival 17:00 (Sun)
Arrival at Kaliningrad-Yuzhny railway station