Tallinn: Narva Tour

This comprehensive day tour offers a deep dive into the fascinating layers of Estonia’s complex past, from medieval ruins to Soviet-era architecture. Your journey begins with a hotel pickup in Tallinn, where you’ll meet your professional guide and set off in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan.

The first stop brings you to the Toolse fortress ruins, dramatically perched on the Baltic coastline. Hear stories of medieval battles and the fortress’s strategic significance before continuing to the industrial city of Kohtla-Järve, where oil shale mines and manmade ash hills stand as reminders of Estonia’s Soviet industrial legacy.

Your adventure continues with a visit to the ghost town of Viivikonna, a haunting location of abandoned Soviet-era buildings where nature slowly reclaims the forgotten streets. Then, explore Sillamäe, a secretive Soviet city once closed to the public, now showcasing impressive Stalinist architecture and quirky local museums revealing the area’s hidden past.

The tour reaches its climax in Narva, Estonia’s third-largest city, located right on the Russian border. Explore the Narva Castle, standing tall against the impressive backdrop of the Russian city of Ivangorod. Nearby, you’ll admire the Krenholm Manufacturing Company, a 19th-century textile factory that once played a key role in the region’s industrial rise.

Throughout the day, you’ll have time for a lunch stop in Kohtla-Järve or opportunities to grab snacks along the way. Your guide will ensure all dietary preferences are accommodated for a smooth experience.

Approximately 12 hours including transfers and guided sightseeing.

1. Hotel Pickup: Begin your adventure with a comfortable pickup from your accommodation in Tallinn.
2. Toolse Fortress: Visit the stunning seaside ruins and learn about their medieval history.
3. Kohtla-Järve: Explore industrial ash hills and oil shale mines from the Soviet era.
4. Viivikonna Ghost Town: Walk through abandoned Soviet buildings, frozen in time.
5. Sillamäe: Discover Stalinist architecture and the town’s Soviet past.
6. Narva: Explore Narva Castle and the impressive Krenholm Manufacturing Company.
7. Return Transfer: Relax during your scenic drive back to Tallinn.

• Discover the dramatic Toolse Fortress ruins overlooking the Baltic Sea.
• Visit Kohtla-Järve’s oil shale mines and manmade ash hills.
• Explore the abandoned streets of the ghost town Viivikonna.
• Admire the Stalinist architecture in the closed Soviet town of Sillamäe.
• Stand at the Narva Castle, Estonia’s iconic fortress near the Russian border.
• Learn about Estonia’s industrial heritage at the Krenholm factory.

Prices start from 69 EUR per person (exact pricing may vary based on group size and additional services).

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off
• Knowledgeable local guide providing historical insights
• Air-conditioned minivan transportation
• Bottled water
• Entrance fees to listed attractions
• Small group size for a personalized experience

• Languages: Tours are conducted in English (private tours available in German, French, Spanish, and Italian upon request).
• Walking: Moderate walking involved; suitable footwear recommended.
• Weather: Operates in all weather conditions; dress appropriately.
• Infant Seats: Available upon request.