Culinary and Cultural Tour to Eastern Estonia

1 Day Tour From Tallinn

A Day of Flavors, Stories & Local Connections

Embark on a guided Peipsi Culinary and Cultural Tour. Visit local eateries and sample traditional dishes, take a tour of the Peipsimaa (Peipsi region) Heritage Center, with a tea in a samovar.

Language

English, Estonian

Duration

10 hours

Price

From 90 € per person

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Highlights

What You’ll Experience

Savor the flavors of the Peipsi region with a guided culinary tour

Visit local eateries and sample traditional dishes and local delicacies

Take a guided tour of the Peipsimaa Heritage Center and learn about local crafts

Enjoy a traditional tea experience with a samovar at Mesitare


Learn about the unique tea culture and enjoy freshly brewed tea in cozy setting

Kolkja fish and onion restaurant
Kolkja fish and onion restaurant
Samovar House
Food plate
Tour Bus
Tour Bus
Inside the bus
Inside the bus
Tour description

Culinary Heritage and Peipsimaa Cultural Experience

Join our Peipsi Culinary Cultural Tour for a unique experience along the shores of Lake Peipsi. Discover the flavors and heritage of the Peipsimaa region with a guided tour of the Peipsimaa Heritage Center (ticket included), a traditional tea experience (ticket included), and tasting stops at local Peipsi lakeside cafes.

We are looking you to come with us and enjoy a guided tour of the Peipsimaa Heritage Center, where you’ll explore local crafts, stories, and history.

Then, stop at local Peipsi lakeside cafes, including the Kolkja Fish Summer Restaurant and the renowned Onion Restaurant, known for dishes inspired by the Old Believers’ traditions.

Next, enjoy a traditional tea experience with a samovar, hosted by Mesitare. Learn about the unique tea culture and enjoy freshly brewed tea in a cozy setting.

Not suitable for

Wheelchair

Meeting Point

Tallinn Bus Terminal
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What’s included

Transportation from Tallinn Bus Terminal with a tour guide
Tasting stops at local Peipsi lakeside cafés
Guided tour at the Peipsimaa Heritage Center
Traditional tea experience with a samovar

Not included

Meals outside of tasting stops
Personal shopping, souvenirs

Bring with you

Wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing
Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated
Sun protection is advised

Not allowed

Smoking
Please note
The final route/tour may differ slightly from the description due to circumstances beyond the organizer’s control, such as weather conditions, changes in the country’s situation, unexpected closures of attractions, guide illness, or other unforeseen factors.

This is more than a food tour. It’s a journey into stories, flavors, and friendships that can only be found in Eastern Estonia.
Come hungry. Leave connected.

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samovar on the table
Kolkja fish and onion restaurant
Three women in traditional green and white dresses sit around a table set for Russian tea, delicious pastries, and local dishes—a scene from a Culinary Cultural Tour to Eastern Estonia—complete with a samovar and menu in a cozy, well-lit room. Kolkja fish and onion restaurant, traditional Peipsi dishes
Kolkja fish and onion restaurant
Kolkja fish and onion restaurant
Kolkja fish and onion restaurant
A vintage-style doll in a gold and orange dress sits atop a polished metal samovar, evoking the charm of a Culinary Cultural Tour to Eastern Estonia. Surrounding it are samovars, dried wheat, bottles, and preserves on a wooden shelf against a dark blue backdrop.
Kolkja fish and onion restaurant

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