Hill of Crosses and Rundale Palace: Latvia's Cultural Treasures

Explore Latvia’s cultural gems: Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace, and Bauska Castle. Enjoy guided tours, stunning views, and local cuisine. Book your adventure today!

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Hill of Crosses - The precise beginnings of Lithuania’s Kryžių Kalnas, also known as the Hill of Crosses, are shrouded in mystery. Situated just beyond the northern city of Šiauliai, this site has become a sanctuary for thousands of metal and wooden crosses, accumulated over almost two centuries. Amidst the gusts of wind, rosaries sway, creating a…
What's Included
  • WiFi on board
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan or minibus
  • Museum entrances
  • English speaking driver/guide
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Upon arrival at the enchanting Hill of Crosses, our expert guide will lead you through its rich history, immersing you in an atmosphere where gratitude, wishes, dreams, and hopes converge – akin to the sacred ambiance of Jerusalem’s Western Wall.
Next, travelers will enjoy a guided tour of Rundale Palace, a pinnacle of Baroque architecture in Latvia….

Location
Riga Cathedral
Herdera laukums
Please meet the driver in front of the main entrance of Riga Cathedral (Rīgas Doms).
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Lindsay_a
Jul 10, 2024
Perfect day and must book experience! - Absolutely incredible tour, both because of the venues toured and the specific tour company. This is a must book if you are going to Riga! The Hill of Crosses was incredible and awe inspiring. Have never seen anything like that before. Our guide was like a walking encyclopedia, knowing all of the facts and history of every place we went. He made sure everyone on the tour had exactly the experience they specifically wanted and stayed engaged with everyone at the level they wanted. It was a perfect day and one that you have to experience!
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Jerome_d
Jul 8, 2024
A longish tour, but definitely worth it! - The Hill of Crosses should not be missed! It's not very big, but is PACKED with crosses and other religious symbols and commemorations that people have left. It truly is awe-inspiring! Rundale Palace is very reminiscent of Versailles in France, but with a Baltic/Slavic twist. Quite beautiful and well-maintained. Bauska Castle was interesting from an historic standpoint, but is not all that scenic. The tour guide Erlens was very well-informed and fun to travel with.
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Ian_g
Apr 14, 2024
Wonderful day trip - Our tour leader shared lots of stories about growing up in Latvia under Soviet regime and about the places we visited. The tour guide at the palace that he arranged really made that tour stand out. I highly recommend this tour.
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