Lithuania Hill of Crosses and Jelgava Tour from Riga
4.9
(227)
🕑 7h 30m
Free cancellation
Lithuania’s Hill of Crosses is a powerful monument to the Baltic nation's battle for independence and a pilgrimage site dating back to the 19th century. This day trip makes it easy for travelers in Riga to cross over the Latvian-Lithuanian border to visit this fascinating display of thousands of crosses while learning all about the site’s history and significance. This small-group tour also includes a stop at the historic city of Jelgava in Latvia.
Languages:
English
📍Herdera laukums 6, Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia
🏢Operated by Latvia Guide Tours
Highlights
- ✓Visit Lithuania’s Hill of Crosses on a guided day trip from Riga
- ✓Delve deeper into the history of the two countries than you would alone
- ✓Sit back and soak up the scenery as someone else drives
- ✓Go beyond Latvia's capital to learn about local life
What you'll see & do
- ✓Meet your guide in Riga and begin your fully organized journey toward Lithuania. During the drive, enjoy an introduction to the region, with insights into Latvia, Lithuania, and the day’s planned route.
- ✓Stop at the Latvia–Lithuania border for photos and a short guided introduction to the historical significance of the region while crossing between two countries.
- ✓Visit the Hill of Crosses, one of the most unique pilgrimage sites in Europe. Receive a guided introduction explaining its history and symbolism, followed by free time to explore at your own pace.
- ✓Visit one of Jelgava’s most important landmarks and learn about its architectural and cultural significance.
- ✓Take a guided walk along Jelgava’s riverside promenade, enjoying views of the river and learning about the city’s development and modern life.
- ✓Enjoy a planned lunch break at a local lunch place or restaurant. To save time, guests may pre-order their meal during the drive so that food is ready upon arrival. (Meal not included in the tour price.)
- ✓View Jelgava Palace from the outside and learn about its history as the former residence of the Dukes of Courland and its present-day role as a university building. This stop also marks a relaxed conclusion to the day, with a subtle local touch offered in a historic setting to thoughtfully round off the experience.
- ✓After a full and well-structured day exploring cultural and historical highlights beyond the capital, relax on the drive back to Riga and conclude the tour at Dome Square near Riga Cathedral.
What's included
- ✓Traditional Latvian herbal drink experience
- ✓Guided experience with introductions at all main stops
- ✓Comfortable round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- ✓Exterior visit of Jelgava Palace with historical explanation
- ✓Bottled water
- ✓Professional English-speaking guide throughout the tour
What's not included
- ✓Lunch and drinks (available for purchase during the tour; pre-order option available)
- ✓Personal expenses
Good to know
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Coffee stops and detours can be arranged with driver
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Free cancellation
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£ 46.00
Lithuania Hill of Crosses and Jelgava Tour from Riga
4.9
(227)
🕑 7h 30m
Free cancellation
Lithuania’s Hill of Crosses is a powerful monument to the Baltic nation's battle for independence and a pilgrimage site dating back to the 19th century. This day trip makes it easy for travelers in Riga to cross over the Latvian-Lithuanian border to visit this fascinating display of thousands of crosses while learning all about the site’s history and significance. This small-group tour also includes a stop at the historic city of Jelgava in Latvia.
Languages:
English
📍Herdera laukums 6, Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia
🏢Operated by Latvia Guide Tours
Highlights
- ✓Visit Lithuania’s Hill of Crosses on a guided day trip from Riga
- ✓Delve deeper into the history of the two countries than you would alone
- ✓Sit back and soak up the scenery as someone else drives
- ✓Go beyond Latvia's capital to learn about local life
What you'll see & do
- ✓Meet your guide in Riga and begin your fully organized journey toward Lithuania. During the drive, enjoy an introduction to the region, with insights into Latvia, Lithuania, and the day’s planned route.
- ✓Stop at the Latvia–Lithuania border for photos and a short guided introduction to the historical significance of the region while crossing between two countries.
- ✓Visit the Hill of Crosses, one of the most unique pilgrimage sites in Europe. Receive a guided introduction explaining its history and symbolism, followed by free time to explore at your own pace.
- ✓Visit one of Jelgava’s most important landmarks and learn about its architectural and cultural significance.
- ✓Take a guided walk along Jelgava’s riverside promenade, enjoying views of the river and learning about the city’s development and modern life.
- ✓Enjoy a planned lunch break at a local lunch place or restaurant. To save time, guests may pre-order their meal during the drive so that food is ready upon arrival. (Meal not included in the tour price.)
- ✓View Jelgava Palace from the outside and learn about its history as the former residence of the Dukes of Courland and its present-day role as a university building. This stop also marks a relaxed conclusion to the day, with a subtle local touch offered in a historic setting to thoughtfully round off the experience.
- ✓After a full and well-structured day exploring cultural and historical highlights beyond the capital, relax on the drive back to Riga and conclude the tour at Dome Square near Riga Cathedral.
What's included
- ✓Traditional Latvian herbal drink experience
- ✓Guided experience with introductions at all main stops
- ✓Comfortable round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- ✓Exterior visit of Jelgava Palace with historical explanation
- ✓Bottled water
- ✓Professional English-speaking guide throughout the tour
What's not included
- ✓Lunch and drinks (available for purchase during the tour; pre-order option available)
- ✓Personal expenses
Good to know
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Coffee stops and detours can be arranged with driver
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Free cancellation
🔒 Secure checkout
from
£ 46.00