Vapaa-ajanharrastukset

Tour Description

Take a fabulous walking tour in the medieval city of Tallinn. The historical area with its romantic cobblestone streets, charming red roofs, medieval and gothic style houses is the best preserved old town in northern Europe.

Admire the fortified Town Wall with many towers and which dates back to 13th century. Take a look at the the Town Hall, one of the oldest continuously functioning pharmacies in the world, St. Olav's Church, Aleksander Nevskij's Cathedral and the Houses of Parlament. Experience the  panoramic views of medieval and modern Tallinn from two different viewing platforms at Toompea Hill.

Although the city dates back centuries, the conversation goes on different subjects and this is your opportunity to discover the nowadays life of Estonians. Instead of having a monologue-type observation of the city, you will enter into friendly discussion and learn about the country through local eyes.

In the workshops of the craftsmen of the magical Catherine’s Passage the inspiration may strike you with some new and unique gift ideas. You will also have the chance to see artists making their masterpieces, have a look at pottery making and glass blowing.

The guide also shares with you some stories about the history of the building where Hotel Telegraaf is located nowadays.

DEPARTURE

From Hotel Telegraaf
Duration: 2.5 hours

Departure all seasons

PRICING

Child (3-12) 50% of adult price

INCLUSIONS

- Estonian, English, Russian, German or Finnish speaking guide
- 2.5 hours sightseeing tour in Tallinn Old Town

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

- dress code is casual

For reservation and information please contact us.
e-mail: info@telegraafhotel.com
Phone: +372 6000626

All above mentioned service can be purchased with accommodation only.

You are invited to make a day trip to Lahemaa National Park. It will be a captivating day spent in peaceful unspoiled nature surrounded by rural charm and the beautiful Estonian manor houses. These well-restored typical Baltic manorial estates, dating from 18th and 19th centuries, give you an overview of the life of local aristocracy. Take  this perfect opportunity to admire also the beautiful Baltic sea coastline and its old fishing villages opening  up in their simple peasant charm and keeping alive a traditional lifestyle.

On the way to Lahemaa you will also drive through Kadriorg Park and will see Estonian Art Museum KUMU, Kadriorg Palace Foreign Art Museum and the residence of Estonian president.

In Lahemaa, we will visit Palmse Manor house and take a lovely walk in Sagadi Manor park. Both of them present their enchanting gardens. There will be wonderful opportunity to taste Estonian berry wine in Palmse wine cellar. After that, we will have time for a lunch break in a small fisherman's village called Altja. It is possible to taste traditional Estonian food and drinks in their authentic tavern.

Tour includes also special excursion to the private fisherman's museum in Käsmu village where you will see a unique private collection of different war and sea antiques.

Lahemaa National Park invites you also to the bog walk in the unspoiled nature or to enjoy a small nature trail which is called beaver track.

DEPARTURE

At the Hotel Telegraaf 09.30

Departure all seasons

Return to the hotel at 17.30 (approx)

PRICING

INCLUSIONS

- transfer to Lahemaa and back to Tallinn
- English or Russian speaking guide
- entrance to Palmse Manor House
- Estonian berry wine tasting in Palmse wine cellar
- walk in Sagadi Manor park
- bog walk or beaver track walk (depends on weather conditions)
- entrance to Fisherman's private museum
- soft beverages and Estonian chocolate in the bus

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

- comfortable clothing for nature walk

- the exact route and time schedule depend on weather

- lunch break in Altja Tavern depends on availability and seasonality. If the tavern is unavailable other options will be presented. The cost of lunch in not included in the tour price.  3 course lunch incl soft drinks can be ordered in additional.

- other languages on request for additional cost

For reservation and information please contact us.
e-mail: info@telegraafhotel.com
Phone: +372 6000626

All above mentioned service can be purchased with accommodation only.

Early morning bird watching on the Paljassaare peninsula near Tallinn city centre. The local ornithological society has taken serious steps to protect this so-suburban bird paradise and the two newly built watch towers give a very good view, also the observation distances are very small.



Fifteen minutes drive from Tallinn’s city centre is Paljassaare bird protection area of international importance. Typical for this bird area is different habitants in a very small territory. During couple of hours walking, you are able to see open water, reed-bed, bay and bush bird species.

Bookable from the beginning of April until the end of October.
Tour starts at 7 in the morning and lasts about 3 hours.

Bird watching tours are available up to 14 persons.
Tour is in German or in English.

Tour rates per person:
Up to 2 persons    € 115
Up to 4 persons    € 59
Up to 6 persons    € 39
Up to 8 persons    € 32
Up to 10 persons € 30
Up to 12 persons  € 25
Up to 14 persons  € 22

Prices include: transport from the hotel and back, use of optics-scope and binoculars, guide service.

For reservation and information please contact us.
e-mail: info@telegraafhotel.com
Phone: +372 6000600

All above mentioned service can be purchased with accommodation only.

A harbour tour with a sea castle. Suitable for beginners as well as for experienced kayakers.3-4 hour kayaking tour in Tallinn will offer a waterbird’s-eye view of Estonia’s capital and its “medievally modern” skyline, plus a slice of history, from its days as a major trading port in the Russian Empire to its prominence in the Danish era, and its more recent Soviet occupation.



As we paddle past 8 ports, with a collection of military vessels, including Estonia’s own WWII-era submarine, „Lembit”, we’ll get a glimpse of Peter the Great’s marine castle and Patarie – the seldom visited but infamous NKVD prison.
A welcome next stop will be Paljasaare Peninsula, with a walk on sandy Pikakari beach, Tallinn’s closest bird watching area. From there, we’ll paddle back to the city – enjoying the sweep of graceful architecture - towers, spires, and the onion dome of the Russian Orthodox cathedral – that still punctuates the rapidly changing skyline.



Once the north-western most point of the Russian Empire, Tallinn is now the north-eastern corner of Europe (and has been referred to as northern Europe’s best preserved medieval town). This crucial and vibrant trading centre was understandably protected from invaders, so we’ll get a view of its massive stone fortifications – thick turreted walls and parapets - from the vantage point of an easily-maneouvred kayak.



Tour starting point: next to Linnahall, an easy walk from the Telegraaf Hotel.

Duration
3-4 hours. About 9 km of kayaking. In case of bad weather, the distance and the length of the trip may be changed.
Level
Easy. Suitable for beginners. No previous kayaking experience needed. Full briefing before the trip.

Includes
Double sea kayak and all equipment including  life vest (PFD), spray jacket, waterproof sacks for personal items, paddle jacket, professional English speaking guide.

Booking and cost
Schedule tours take place every Wednesday at 6 pm and every Saturday at 1 pm from June to August. If you wish to book a private tour some other time, please mention this in „notes” and let us know the time you prefer.

Scheduled tours

Every Wednesday and Saturday (June-August)
1- 16 persons
32 EUR/ person

Private tours

8 persons
306 EUR/ group

9- 16 person
32 EUR/ person

For reservation and information please contact us.
e-mail: info@telegraafhotel.com
Phone: +372 6000600

All above mentioned service can be purchased with accommodation only.

We can arrange three different boat trips in the Gulf of Tallinn.

1-hour speedboat trip on Tallinn Bay – total price 297 EUR (up to 10 people).

During this one hour trip you will have a chance to enjoy a view of Tallinn from the sea. We will also drive near the island Naissaar - unbelievably beautiful island with untouched nature right next to Tallinn! It is also possible to organize a picnic on Naissaar (prices starting at 20 EUR/person).

2-hour sailing with a yacht on Tallinn Bay – total price 330 EUR (up to 18 people).

During this time we will sail around Gulf of Tallinn. Passengers are also welcome to steer the yacht. You will have the best vacation on the sea. We offer a picnic basket
(savouries+wine, 44 EUR)

Sailing to the island Naissaar – yacht rent 660 EUR,
excursion and lunch 28 EUR/person (up to 18 people).

Sailing duration (to and from the island) about 4 hours, time on the island about 3 hours.

On the island you will drive around with a guide who introduces the history of Naissaar and shows interesting historic places. Before leaving the island you will have lunch.



Season runs from May 1 to October 31 2011.
All sailing trips have to be pre-booked at least 24 hours before start.

For reservation and information please contact us.
e-mail: info@telegraafhotel.com
Phone: +372 6000600

All above mentioned service can be purchased with accommodation only.

Segway renting season starts from April 2011.

Segway´s young and energetic team will not only provide you with all the information on this compact, but powerful mean of transportation and its accessories, but also train you to control it. SEGWAY is designed both for entertainment, and for business. Your staff, family, and friends will certainly love it.

1 hour segway rent is 35 EUR



Tallinn Old Town tours on Segway´s will come shortly.

For reservation and information please contact us.
e-mail: info@telegraafhotel.com
Phone: +372 6000600

All above mentioned service can be purchased with accommodation only.

Bicycles are in different sizes and both ladies and men frame - there are bicycles with basket, which are suitable to cycle in the city, also there are good trekking bicycles for discovering the Baltic States by bicycle. Bicycles are well - equipped: mudguards, bottle holders, bells and stabilizers. In bicycle rental price there is also lock, helmet, safety vest and repair set for the tire (also with a little pump).

City bikes:
For riding in city we suggest easy going city bikes.

All bikes are equipped with:

• bottle holder,
• mudguards,
• rack for luggage,
• bell (optionaly also with kickstand)
• optional also basket
• Bicycle sizes 50 cm

Trekking bikes:
For longer distances we suggest trekking bicycles (also known as touring bicycles). All bikes are equipped with:

• bottle holder,
• mudguards,
• rack for luggage,
• bell (optionaly also with kickstand)
• Bicycle sizes 41 cm - 61 cm (men) and 42 cm - 57 cm (ladies)

Time                                   Price (EUR) 20% VAT inc.

1 hour                                  2,50
Every next hour              2,20
6 hours                              10,80
24 hours                            14
2 days                                 13 per day
3 days                                 11,40 per day
4 days                                 10 per day
5 days                                   8,60 per day
6 and more days              6,50 per day

For reservation and information please contact us.
e-mail: info@telegraafhotel.com
Phone: +372 6000600

All above mentioned service can be purchased with accommodation only.