Riga to Latvia

Bauska Castle, Rundale Palace, and the Hill of Crosses are three Baltic highlights, but ticking off all of them from Riga can be tricky without a car. On this tour from Riga, travel comfortably from your hotel in a private vehicle and visit all three.Take your time to explore each independently.

Take a day trip away from Riga and avoid the hassle of traveling with a group tour on this private tour to Rundale and Jelgava Palaces, Bauska Castle, and the Hill of Crosses. Enjoy time to explore independently and the option to add on additional excursions.

A private historical tour including a visit to the Soviet Bunker. On this tour you'll learn everything about history of Latvians and their ancestors. We'll do this in chronological order: first Āraiši Lake Castle - an authentic reconstruction of a prehistoric fortified settlement. Then we move on to Cēsis Castle (1214), main base of Teutonic Knights in this region. Next is Līgatne, where you'll learn about industrial revolution in Russian Empire. After that - to Secret Soviet Bunker for a private visit - only your party and the guide, so you can ask all the questions you might have. And that's all the major periods of Latvian history covered! Finally we continue to Sigulda, catch some picturesque viewpoints and maybe do a little hiking or visit a cave if you're still not tired :) All the tickets and a traditional Latvian meal for lunch are included. The tour is customisable, so if you want to drop or add something, just let us know.

Visit one of the most popular sites in Lithuania! Visited by Pope John Paul II, this place has become an important pilgrimage site for Catholics. But please don't be intimidated by the fact that it is a religious site - everyone is welcome to visit this unique site - just as long as you respect the place and crosses that carry different stories with them! You will have a guided tour of the place - hear the story behind it, how it all started! We'll point out some traditional Lithuanian crosses, explain some symbols that can be seen there and give you overall information about the country, culture and its history. After the guided tour you will have free time to explore the place by yourselves - take some beautiful photos and just to take it all in as it really is breathtaking! Going there for the sunrise time will allow you to enjoy the place with no tourists around. Get the place for yourself! And save a lot of time as you will be back in Riga by noon if not earlier!

Benefit from personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this private tour of Cesis and Sigulda from Riga. With our English speaking driver in the lead, you'll follow a carefully curated itinerary and be able to focus on your interests along the way. Learn about the history of the region and visit three medieval castles.

A day trip loaded with everything Jurmala has to offer. On this tour you'll enjoy a lot of the nature, like a hike on the boardwalk of Kemeri bog, a visit to Ragakāpa dune nature park, some of the most beatiful beaches of the Baltic sea and a climb on Dzintari Forest park's 36 meter tall watchtower to see it all from above. But it's not only nature that Jurmala has to offer - you'll get a guided tour through the most important sights of the town, including a visit to the Jurmala Open Air museum to see the story of a little fishing village becoming a resort known all around Europe. On all of the sights you'll be accompanied by your guide who'll give you background information and some fun facts on everything you see. If you wish to have more alone time with the nature - that is not a problem as well. This tour is highly customisable, just let us know and we'll do our best to cater to your needs.

What is waiting for you on this hike? Impressive sandstone outcrops and the biggest cave in the Baltics – Gutman Cave. Ancient historical sites, like Sigulda Brother of Swords castle ruins and Krimulda manor. A well-established trail along the Gauja River. A bit of climbing on the steep river banks to see the primeval Gauja River valley. And… a lot of fresh air!

Get to know the Latvian towns of Sigulda and Cēsis on this full-day private tour. With a dedicated guide for just you and your party, enjoy personalized attention and a flexible itinerary while learning about the local culture and tasting traditional Latvian cuisine. Stop at a local winery to try the vintages, visit local castles, and snap photos of the scenery in Gauja National Park. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Riga included.

Enjoy a complete and all included tour of the Jewish Heritage in Riga. Benefit from a rich Introduction of Jewish history with an expert local guide. Sit back and relax with the privileges of a private tour and a comfortable vehicle. See the history and the modern Jewish life in Riga on a 5 hour guided tour Learn about the lesser-known remains of Jewish history in the Baltics under different political powers

Make the most of limited time in the Baltics with this full-day tour through the highlights of Latvia and Lithuania. Travel in a private minibus from your Riga hotel and visit Bauska Castle, Mezotne Rundale Palace, the Hill of Crosses, Trakai Castle, and Vilnius. Opt to visit Mezotne Castle as well. You can choose whether to stay in Vilnius or return to your Riga hotel.

For those with limited time in Riga, this mini-Baltic tour combines two of the region’s most popular day trips—Sigulda and Cesis. Visit the picturesque medieval town of Sigulda, explore the Gauja National Park and Gutmana Cave, admire the fairy-tale Cesis Castle, and venture underground into a Soviet war bunker.

The magnificent Rundale Palace was built for the Duke of Courland in the 18th century, and lies just over an hour south of Riga. On this full-day tour, enjoy plenty of time to admire the palace’s Baroque and Rococo architecture, stroll around the Versailles-inspired gardens, and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant (own expense), then visit the fairy-tale fortress of Bauska Castle.

Visit the pearls of Gauja National park - Gutmana cave and the magnificent surrounding of it, Turaida Castle and mount Dainu, Krimulda Castle winery and Malpils manor restaurant. Enjoy local wine tasting, see the beautiful Gauja river valley from the top of Turaida Castle tower. At the end - head to Malpils manor and enjoy 3 course dinner made by one of the best chefs in Latvia - Aija Gabrane!

Take a break from city life in Riga and travel by private vehicle to Kemeri National Park the resort town of Jurmala. Take a hike on the Bog Boardwalk in Kemeri National Park. Continue on to Jurmala and stroll through the scenic streets. Take time to walk along the seaside. Elect to hire a guide to accompany you in Jurmala for an additional cost.

This tour is unique because you can see the beautiful Latvian nature in the Engure and Kemeri National Parks. See where Latvians are filming their films at Cinevilla Cinema City. You will see the widest waterfall in Europe, You will feel the sand caves of Riežupe and of course you will see a ghostly Karosta prison.

This tour is unique because you can see the beautiful Latvian nature in the Devil's Lake. Try traditional latgalian bread and homemade alcohol drink shmakovka Find out what happiness is at Happiness museum and more....

What is waiting for you on this hike? Meditative and relaxing experience in nature, fresh pinetree air rich in phytoncides and with healing properties, beautiful scenery of curvy lakes, very diverse flora, power and peace of the sea, white sandy beach and hopefully – a lot of adventures! Oh, and let’s not forget – approximately 14 km and five hours of fresh Latvian air!

This is a unique combination of the "must-see" and off-the-beaten-path places in the famous Gauja National Park. It is our most popular experience. We go where others don't. We will bring you out for a refreshing hike in the Gauja National Park forests. You will soak up the energy of pristine Latvian nature. You will also get to know a lot about Latvian traditions, culture, and history on your way. Our guides are nature experts and have the best local knowledge. You will travel like a local, in a very small group of like-minded people. You will see a lot in just one day.

Kuldiga is Latvia's most romantic town in Latvia where you can still feel the 17th-18th century. Kuldiga has been once the center of the Duchy of Courland and has preserved its spirit.

We invite you for a short trip in the traditional and modern world of Latvian flavors! This will be a slightly different journey than usual; it will mainly focus on Latvia's culinary heritage from ancient times to the present day. This will be a great opportunity to discover something new, have a good time, relax, indulge in the unusual taste and enjoy, enjoy, enjoy…During the tour, we will enjoy tasting beer, wine, cheese, baking traditional rye bread, enjoying a live fire cooked meal and visit a candy factory where everything remains as it was in the 1950s. The program provides you with the opportunity to meet people who know their craft well. They are professionals in the field who maintain Latvian traditions, realize and implement their culinary heritage and create new products.

See the Great Kemeri Bog (in Kemeri National Park) when it is at its most beautiful—at sunrise. This private guided tour allows you to leave all the planning and logistics to the experts, meaning you can simply relax and enjoy your morning in nature.

Hill of Crosses is a truly unique site which will take your breath away! It is is a site of pilgrimage dating back to 1830ties when people started to place crosses here to pray for their loved ones they've lost in the battles (Lithuanian - Polish commonwealth uprising against Russian Empire). In Soviet times this place served as a peaceful protest action against Soviet regime as they tried to destroy the place many times while locals kept coming back and placing more crosses all the time. The Hill of Crosses was visited by Pope John Paul II back in 1993 and since then this place has become very popular - not only between locals but also tourists from all over the world! Don't be intimidated by the fact that it is a pilgrimage site. Even if you're not religious, please note that everyone is welcome to visit this beautiful sight as long as you respect everyone else visiting it!

Ķemeri National Park is a famous for its wildlife, sunrises and magical atmosphere. You will have the chance to take in the nature, look out for birds and revitalize yourselves in this area of natural beauty. The town of Jurmala is proud of its unique natural resources – therapeutic thermal waters, peat mud, pine forests, healthy maritime climate, dunes and beaches covering 32.8 kilometres. R

Spend an exciting day in Gauja National Park - enjoy castles, nature views, and an adventure ride! Only on this tour, you will explore Sigulda and Turaida from so many different angles - you will not only enjoy history and culture, beautiful nature, introduction to local cuisine but you will also participate in an adventure yourself! Join us for the tour - we will take care of you!