Island–Capital

Tallinn–Saaremaa: A Gentle Journey Through Estonia

Start your adventure exactly the way you like it.
We can head straight toward Saaremaa, or begin with something fun in Tallinn — a stroll through the UNESCO Old Town, a visit to the mysterious Bastion Tunnels, or even a hands-on workshop where you make your own chocolate pralines. The choice is yours.

Once we leave the capital behind, the landscape changes quickly. Busy streets fade, and a quieter Estonia appears: deep forests, rolling fields, peaceful pastures, and small villages where time moves slowly. Along the way, history meets modern life — medieval churches, shining solar parks, quirky Soviet-era kolkhoz buildings, and even a modern electric pole affectionately nicknamed the “bog fox” by locals. We also cross a couple of bridges and the historically important little town of Lihula with just over a thousand residents.

If you’d like to stretch your legs, we can stop and walk across an old stone bridge. Travelling with children or an adventurous group? They might enjoy climbing onto a 3-meter-high boulder.

Soon, the road leads us to the ferry. A relaxing 30-minute ride gives you time to breathe in the sea air or grab a snack from the ship’s café.

The ferry arrives on Muhu Island. We drive across it, and after crossing the causeway — with an optional photo stop — Saaremaa’s sights begin. You’ll see the famous Ö monument marking a change in dialects, a surprising oak tree growing right in the middle of a school stadium, a small ancient offering stone with tiny holes, and finally the impressive meteorite crater site that feels almost otherworldly.

Our journey ends in Kuressaare, a peaceful seaside town full of island charm.

Prefer to start in Saaremaa instead?
The tour is just as fascinating in reverse — Kuressaare to Tallinn, with all the same memorable stops.