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Overview

This is a one-way private trip from Vilnius to Riga, with scenic stops along the way to discover the highlights of Northeastern Lithuania and Latvia. The route includes a visit to the famous Hill of Crosses and a photo stop at the stunning Baroque Rundale Palace in Latvia. This comfortable and flexible journey ends in Riga and is ideal for travelers who want to enjoy the landscape and cultural landmarks at their own pace.

Pickup Information

Guest accommodation in Vilnius

Itinerary

1. Kryziu Kalnas

The Hill of Crosses has about 100,000 crosses and is an historical architectural monument, it is a unique composition of folk art. It is said that first crosses were erected here by the next-of-kin of the rebels that fell in the 1831 rebellion. The Hill of crosses attracts people with it's peace, spirituality, authenticity and sacred nature and was visited by Pope John Paul II. After exploring this site, you will head to Rundale Palace, which is an approximately 40-minute drive. Rundale Palace is one of the two major baroque palaces built for the Dukes of Courland in what is now Latvia. In 1735 Duke of Courland Ernst Johann von Biron bought land in Rundale with an old medieval castle in the territory of a planned summer residence. The old castle was demolished and construction after the design of Bartolomeo Rastrelli started in 1736. Your drive to Riga after your visit to the palace is approximately 1 hour.

Duration: 60 mins

2. Rundale Palace Museum

Rundale Palace is one of the two major baroque palaces built for the Dukes of Courland in what is now Latvia. In 1735 Duke of Courland Ernst Johann von Biron bought land in Rundale with an old medieval castle in the territory of a planned summer residence. The old castle was demolished and construction after the design of Bartolomeo Rastrelli started in 1736. Your drive to Riga after your visit to the palace is approximately 1 hour.

Duration: 60 mins

3. Bauska Castle

Short visit and stop at Bauska castle on the way

Duration: 20 mins

4. Vecriga

Tour finish here at any accommodation of guest

Duration: 30 mins

Inclusion

Private transportation

Car

Exclusion

Food and drinks

Entrance tickets for Rundale castle

Cancellation Policy

Refundable tickets

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

100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Specialized infant seats are available

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Dress code is formal

Supplied by Baltia Tour

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