Embark on a bus tour from Riga to Vilnius and discover the stunning Bauska Castle, the magnificent Rundale Palace, and the sacred Hill of Crosses. Experience a day of remembrance and immerse yourself in the rich history and beauty of these remarkable sights.
- Bauska Castle - The Bauska Castle is situated on picturesque land between the Musa and Memele rivers within the Bauska town area. The Bauska Castle complex is divided into two sections: the older Livonian Order Castle, built in the mid-15th century, and the newer residence for the Duke of Courland, constructed at the end of the 16th century. During the Great Northern War, the Russian military blew up the Bauska Castle ensemble. Today, the Duke of Courland’s residence is fully restored and houses the Castle Museum, while only ruins remain of the Livonian Order’s seat.
- Rundale Palace Museum (Rundales Pils) - The Rundale Palace, located just 15 kilometers from the Lithuania-Latvia border, was built in the 18th century by Ernst Johann von Biron as the summer residence of the Duke of Courland. The palace was designed by Italian architect Francesco Bartolomeo Rastrelli, who also designed the Winter Palace in Saint Petersburg. Over time, the palace has had many owners and purposes, including serving as a hospital, elementary school, and grain storage facility. Today, after extensive and successful renovations, the Rundale Palace Museum and Garden attract many tourists and is rightfully called the “Versailles of Latvia.”
- Hill Of Crosses (kryziU Kalnas) - The Hill of Crosses, located sixteen kilometers from Siauliai city, is a unique monument of history and religious folk art. This small hill, with its collection of over 200,000 crosses, is the best repository of Lithuanian cross-making art and represents unshakable faith and resistance against occupation.
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- Comfortable transportation service
- Room for reasonable amount of luggage
- Guided book or Live guide
- Food and drinks
- Entrance tickets
- Guide service
Save time and money traveling from Riga to Vilnius! (Guaranteed departure) Spend a memorable day exploring stunning sights on your journey from Riga to Vilnius. Visit the magnificent Bauska Castle complex, located on a narrow peninsula between two rivers. Marvel at the Baroque gem of the Latvian countryside, Rundale Palace, and experience the sacred and spiritual Hill of Crosses in Lithuania. The trip includes comfortable transportation between stops and a guidebook or live guide, enabling you to explore famous landmarks at your own pace.
- The trip runs on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
- Please note that this tour starts from Riga and ends in Vilnius
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- A guaranteed departured tour
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.