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Estonian People and Their Way of Life: A Walking Tour in Estonian Open Air Museum with a Local Guide
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Dear traveller, let me introduce myself. My name is Kadi and I am very happy that you are planning on visiting Estonia. Who am I? My name is Kadi. I am an Estonian and I have been living in Tallinn since 2008 already. Originally I am from a small town of 8, 000 people located in the middle of Estonia. Yes indeed, I can call myself a small town girl. Thus, I also know what life is like outside Tallinn and how different it is from Tallinn. What makes my tours special? I have been a tour guide since 2016. Meeting people from different countries and sharing stories with them is my greatest passion. I will take you to places that mean a lot to me. I think that when you consider something special for yourself then it is easier to talk about it and share it. I always make sure that my tourists can ask questions and receive honest answers. In addition, I am very flexible so when there is something that you really want to see, we will make it happen. I give restaurant, cafe, shop, etc. recommendations. I only recommend places that I like. Why did I become a tour guide? I think that everybody should do what makes them happy and makes them feel good about themselves. As a tour guide I am proud to have the opportunity to teach about my country and people. Although giving tours can be sometimes tiring I truly enjoy my work. Fun facts about me I love languages, cooking and gardening. I have a degree (professional higher education) in accounting and a master's degree in translation. Through my interest and passion for guiding I met my husband who is also a tour guide. I have been told I look like Elsa from Frozen. I am certified to hold tours in the following locations: - Niguliste Church - Estonian Maritime Museum - Fat Margaret Tower - Estonian Maritime Museum - Seaplane Harbour - Tallinn TV Tower - Estonian Open Air Museum. Please note that I do not hold tours only in Tallinn but can offer tours in other locations as well. I cannot hold tours in museums where I do not have a certification (please see my Credentials). However, there are museums which do not require any certification.
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All About Local Traditions, Culture and Beliefs
Overview of your Tallinn tour
Let's go on a 5-hour tour focusing on Estonian people and their way of life! Are you tired of seeing the old town in every city you visit and would like to experience something completely different away from hordes of people? Do you enjoy walking in the fresh air? If you answered yes to these questions then you have found the right tour for you. The Estonian Open Air Museum is not a regular museum but a very special one because it focuses on how ethnic Estonians have lived over the centuries: what their homes looked like now and then, what they believed in and what they were most scared of. I will tell you about rye bread, take you to a typical village shop to see what sweets Estonian children were most fond of, tell you why seto women wore lots of jewelry and why old believers had quite often two door knobs. To make sure that you have a complete Estonian experience I will also give you time to have a break at Kolu Inn where you can try real Estonian food that is finger licking good.
Your Tallinn tour itinerary
We are going to meet at a previously agreed location and do the following: - Transfer to the Estonian Open Air Museum - A walking tour in the museum - A break at the Kolu Inn to try traditional food and beverages - The walking tour continues in the museum - Transfer to your preferred location in the city center of Tallinn While at the museum we shall explore the following: - Layout and architecture of traditional Estonian farms - How farms differed depending on the regions of Estonia - Sauna traditions - Estonian food culture - Weddings, superstitions and how to build a "kratt" - Changes through centuries, from ancient to Soviet and modern * This tour can be customized upon request, feel free to message me. For example, if you do not want to have a private transfer and prefer to use public transportation instead. In this case you would save 150 euros and would have to pay slightly under 10 euros per person for public transport.
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Type: Walking
A private vehicle with a separate driver will take us from your location to the museum and back to the city center of Tallinn. Otherwise this is a walking tour. I suggest you wear comfortable shoes.
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Tallinn, Harju County, Estonia
We meet at the location (hotel, street, cruise terminal, airport, etc.) agreed upon before the tour.
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
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