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Hill of Crosses and Rundale Palace with Bauska Castle from Riga

Location Riga, Latvia, Europe
$124.87
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Overview

Hill of Crosses and Rundale Palace unveil the rich tapestry of Latvia's cultural treasures. An expert guide will immerse you in the history of these remarkable sites, ensuring a memorable journey.

  • 🏷️ Full-Day Tour Package: Includes a guided visit to both Rundale Palace and Bauska Castle, complete with entrance tickets and professional guidance.
  • 🗺️ A guided tour of Rundale Palace reveals its stunning Baroque architecture, allowing you to explore opulent interiors and expansive gardens.
  • 📸 Capture unforgettable moments with a brief stop at the Latvian and Lithuanian border, perfect for a memorable photo opportunity.
  • 🏰 Bauska Castle invites you to access its newly renovated tower, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the lush landscape.
  • 🍽️ Savor local cuisine at selected dining spots, enhancing your culinary experience with authentic flavors.
  • 🚍 Enjoy comfortable round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, ensuring a relaxed journey throughout the day.
  • 💧 Stay refreshed with complimentary bottled water provided during the tour.
  • 🍵 Experience a traditional Latvian herbal drink tasting, featuring the renowned Riga Black Balsam.
  • 🕰️ The tour lasts approximately 9 hours, providing ample time to absorb the sights and stories of these historic landmarks.

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Hill of Crosses and Rundale Palace with Bauska Castle from Riga
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 9 hours

  • Fully guided visit inside Rundale Palace with a certified palace guide
  • Guided visit of Bauska Castle including tower access
  • Professional English-speaking guide throughout the tour
  • Bottled water
  • Entrance tickets to Rundale Palace and Bauska Castle
  • Comfortable round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Traditional Latvian herbal drink (Riga Black Balsam) tasting
  • Personal expenses
  • Lunch (planned stop; meals paid individually)

Meeting point
Please meet the driver in front of the main entrance of Riga Cathedral (Rīgas Doms).
Return details
Please meet the driver in front of the main entrance of Riga Cathedral (Rīgas Doms).

  • Stop at the Latvia–Lithuania border during your journey to the Hill of Crosses. Enjoy a short guided introduction to the region while crossing between two countries, with time for photos at this symbolic location.
  • Visit the Hill of Crosses, one of the most unique pilgrimage sites in Europe. Begin with a guided introduction to its history, symbolism, and traditions, followed by free time to explore at your own pace, take photos, and experience the atmosphere of this remarkable location. You will also have the opportunity to visit the nearby Franciscan Monastery, where the open chapel offers a quiet space for reflection.
  • Rundale Palace Museum
    Enjoy a fully guided visit inside Rundale Palace, led by a certified palace guide (not an audio guide). This provides a much deeper understanding of the palace, its history, and its interiors compared to self-guided visits. Explore the main exhibition halls, including the ceremonial rooms and the private apartments of the Duke and Duchess, while learning about the palace’s baroque and rococo architecture and life at the ducal court. After the visit, a planned lunch stop is arranged at a local restaurant, where you can relax and choose your meal before continuing the tour.
  • After the palace visit, enjoy free time to explore the French Garden of Rundale Palace at your own pace. Walk through the elegant, symmetrical landscape, take photos, and experience the gardens as an extension of the palace’s baroque design.
  • Bauska Castle
    Visit the medieval part of Bauska Castle with a guided introduction to its history, strategic importance, and daily life in the Middle Ages. Climb the castle tower with your guide and enjoy panoramic views over the surrounding rivers and landscape — one of the highlights of the visit.

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please bring your walking shoes
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Hill of Crosses and Rundale Palace with Bauska Castle from Riga

    Location Riga, Latvia, Europe
    $124.87
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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