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From Riga: Hill of Crosses & Jelgava Tour - 2 Countries in 1 Day
Riga, Latvia, Europe
$65.50
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
A rare two-country experience awaits you with visits to the Hill of Crosses and Jelgava. This journey from Riga offers insights into regional culture while visiting significant sites.
- 🗺️ Travel to Lithuania's Hill of Crosses, a site symbolizing resistance and hope.
- ☕ A stop for coffee and a leisurely lunch enhances your cultural exploration.
- 🏰 Discover Jelgava, home to a riverside promenade, an Orthodox cathedral, and the largest Baroque palace in the Baltics.
- ⚠️ Ideal for travelers seeking more than just checkmarks; this tour emphasizes meaning, story, and memory.
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From Riga: Hill of Crosses & Jelgava Tour - 2 Countries in 1 Day
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes
- Professional English-speaking guide throughout the tour
- Bottled water
- Exterior visit of Jelgava Palace with historical explanation
- Comfortable round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Guided experience with introductions at all main stops
- Traditional Latvian herbal drink experience
- Personal expenses
- Lunch and drinks (available for purchase during the tour; pre-order option available)
Meeting point
Please meet the driver/guide in front of the main entrance of Riga Cathedral (Rīgas Doms).
Return details
Please meet the driver/guide in front of the main entrance of Riga Cathedral (Rīgas Doms).
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Riga CathedralMeet 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.
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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.
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Kryziu KalnasVisit 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.
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St. Simeon’s and St. Anna’s Orthodox CathedralVisit one of Jelgava’s most important landmarks and learn about its architectural and cultural significance.
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Pedestrian Bridge MitavaTake a guided walk along Jelgava’s riverside promenade, enjoying views of the river and learning about the city’s development and modern life.
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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.)
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Jelgava PalaceView 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. (pass by)
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From Riga: Hill of Crosses & Jelgava Tour - 2 Countries in 1 Day
Riga, Latvia, Europe
$65.50
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!