What to do and see in Latvia, Latvia: The Best Bus Tours

March 19, 2022 Janette Largent

Discover the best top things to do in Latvia, Latvia including Vilnius-Riga One-Way Sightseeing Tour Bus, Riga–Vilnius One Way Sightseeing Tour Bus, Hill of Crosses & Rundale Palace Tour, Go on a pilgrimage from Riga - visit Siluva and Hill of Crosses!, THE BEST OF THE BALTIC HIGHLIGHTS IN 8 DAYS, 4* HOTELS (Departure Guaranteed) , Riga Market with tasting and Old Town guided private tour from Vilnius, Tallinn-Riga Sightseeing Tour Bus, Full-Day Private Trip to Jurmala, Fisherman Villages and Nature Trails from Riga, Latvian Beer Tour & Tasting , Jewish Heritage of Riga.
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1. Vilnius-Riga One-Way Sightseeing Tour Bus

Šventaragio g. 2, Vilnius 01122, Lithuania Traveller Tours & Day Trips
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Take a trip from Vilnius to Riga and on the way learn about the history and people of two countries. Our knowledgeable local guides take a small group, maximum of 8 people, for a fun filled 12 hour road trip through Lithuania and Latvia. Important: Tour duration from October 15th to April 1st is 10 hours.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By NormanKing8421

My husband and I took a day trip with lovely Kamile to Druskininkai and Grutas Park with several stops along the way including an overlook which was originally thought to be the highest point in Lithuania, about 292 meters. However, according to updated research, the highest point is actually Aukstojas Hill at 293.84 meters where Kamile regaled us with the quest to identify the absolutely highest point in Lithuania. We stopped at Mendininkai Castle, a charming ruin with an array of torture instruments on display, and in the small village for my husband to photograph. On to the quiet spa town of Druskininkai with the dancing fountain, and finally to Grutas Park, home of the exiled statues of Soviet rogues. Kamile made this day so rewarding and delightful with her excellent knowledge of Lithuanian and European history, her excellent English, her informed observations, her thoughtfulness (special treats after lunch), excellent driving skills, and her awareness of what we were interested in, and not, and how she arranged the day to accommodate us. We couldn't have been more satisfied.

2. Riga–Vilnius One Way Sightseeing Tour Bus

Vaļņu iela 43, Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia Traveller Tours
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Take a trip from Riga to Vilnius and on the way learn about the history and people of two countries. Our knowledgeable local guides take a small group, maximum of 8 people, for a fun filled 12 hour road trip through Latvia and Lithuania.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle

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Reviewed By jadecB9905CT

My partner and I took the Riga to Tallinn tour and the journey was not only very comfortable but also so much fun and full of information. Sten, our guide was so knowledgeable and funny and we had great conversations all the way! This was probably the best guided tour we took in the area so we recommend it highly.

3. Hill of Crosses & Rundale Palace Tour

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Take a day trip from Riga to Rundāle Palace and Hill of Crosses while learning about the history and people of two countries. Our knowledgeable local guides take you for a fun filled 7 hour road trip through Latvia and Lithuania.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle

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Reviewed By Kastelanostevo

We had a personal tour on sunday 9 august 2020. our guide (Mikelis) had studied geography, i remember. We really enjoyed the tour. Visited Kaunas, hills of crosses, Salaspils Memorial, Rundāle palace and had a nice local food. Our guide could tell a lot and we could talk with him about heritage from the past, differences and similarities between countries and was really helpful.Thanks for the tour!

4. Go on a pilgrimage from Riga - visit Siluva and Hill of Crosses!

Amber Tours
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Use a chance to visit one more country on your list while visiting Riga! We can stop on the border between Latvia and Lithuania so you can take a photo with signs (optional). At the Hill of Crosses, you will have a chance to purchase a cross (at very reasonable prices) from the local people, to leave on the hill or take with you as souvenirs. Please note that you can also bring a cross which you've made yourself if you'd prefer to do so! At the Hill, we will take you on a guided tour so you get to know some stories and legends that will help you appreciate this place better. After the guided tour, you will have free time to explore the place by yourselves without the guide. After the Hill of Crosses we'll be driving to town Siluva where you'll have a free time to visit the chapel which was built on top of the stone (it is still there in the centre of the chapel) where Blessed Virgin Mary appeared back in 1608! After free time in Siluva, we'll be heading back to Riga.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By LightPacker444030

We did a tour with Krista and Amber Tours to Rundale Palace in Latvia and the Hill of Crosses in Lithuania. Krista was an amazing guide who provided us with a lot of information and perspective on living in Riga. The drive seemed to fly by as we talked non-stop with Krista and learned a lot of about her culture and life in Latvia.

5. THE BEST OF THE BALTIC HIGHLIGHTS IN 8 DAYS, 4* HOTELS (Departure Guaranteed)

Vilnius, Lithuania Baltic Tours
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- Guaranteed departure tours; - Bilingual Engish-German speaking guide; - Centrally located 4* hotels; - Portage at hotels; - Hill of Crosses included (Pope John Paul II visited the Hill of Crosses, declaring it a place for hope, peace, love and sacrifice).

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Service of motor coaches or minivans , Portage at hotels, 7 overnights at centrally located 4* star hotels, Welcome meeting with champagne-cocktail or juice, Entrance to Peter and Paul Church, Rundale Palace and medieval Great Guild Hall in Tallinn

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6. Riga Market with tasting and Old Town guided private tour from Vilnius

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Visit 'Paris of the North', with all the comfort and flexibility by using private transport. Taste some of the local delicacies at one of the biggest markets in Europe (guide included). The market provides the city with fish, meat, vegetables, cheese, and much more. You will be able to try a variety of bites at each stand. Walk around the Old City of Riga with your driver/storyteller (for the in-depth historical experience an official guided tour is recommended). See the most iconic places before being transferred to your centrally located accommodation in Riga. N.B. Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements. The smells may be really strong at some of the stands (fish, meat). - Private transfer. - The unique tasting experience at the market with a local guide. - Discover the Old City of Riga.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Tasting at the Markets with a local guide, Orientation walk around Old City of Riga with Your driver/storyteller

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Reviewed By Travelier_Sveta

It was the best choice to come from Vilnius to Riga with visiting all great point between cities. We saw frightful Hill of Crosses and amazing Rundale Palace Museum. I guess we wouldn't have visited these countrysides places without support. The good bonus for us was interesting Riga trip where we visited main sightpoints and squares. It was really helpful because we stayed in Riga for next 2 days and could plan our routes without advice, based on previous information. Thank you Vadim for our fruitfull tour!

7. Tallinn-Riga Sightseeing Tour Bus

Niguliste 2, 10146 Tallinn, Estonia Traveller Tours
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4.8 based on 88 reviews

Join our entertaining trip from Tallinn to Riga through the picturesque towns of Viljandi, Valga, Cēsis, and Sigulda. We’ll bring you to places you would not find on your own and help you discover two countries in one day.

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Local taxes, Bottled water, Local guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Hotel pickup, Hotel drop-off

Reviewed By 873adelaided

Andres was a wonderful guide and knew a lot about Estonian nature, history and culture to share with us. We saw some beautiful nature sights (the Jägala waterfall was fantastic!) and ate a delicious lunch at a traditional Estonian tavern. You should definitely book this tour to see a variety of fun sights outside of Tallinn!!

8. Full-Day Private Trip to Jurmala, Fisherman Villages and Nature Trails from Riga

Baltic Transfers and Tours - Day Tours
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Visit of famous beach resort Jurmala following Fisherman village and Visit to Nature Trail in ancient bog in comfort of private air conditioned vehicle. If you want to visit Latvian cuisine restaurant for lunch please inform our driver and he will book a table for you. Please require driver if you want to visit Fish Smokery with possibility to purchase freshly smoked fish from private smokery and he will make detour. Wooden architecture of Jurmala, seaside and pine forest walk, drive thru old fisherman villages and visit of ancient bog trail in Kemeri nature reserve. Please note that licensed guide service is not included in this tour. Our English speaking driver will give basic info, answer your questions, lead to the ticket offices and will advise best local restaurants for lunch. If licensed guide is requested it can be arranged at the sights that we will be visiting, please inform us in advance if such service is needed.

Inclusions: English speaking driver, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Bottled water

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Reviewed By shieloug

We had a great tour around cesis, sigulda and turaida. Aldis was amazing! He was informative and was very enthusiastic until the end of the trip. He was sweet and sees to it that we were comfortable.. Knows a lot of local places to try and tajes, a lot of pictures, too! I recommend this hassle free day trip.. ????????

9. Latvian Beer Tour & Tasting

Republikas Laukums 1, Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia Fun Top Fun Lithuania
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Latvia boasts an amazingly wide selection of exciting beers and a thriving beer culture. It's like "Mojito" in Cuba or tequila in Mexico- must try when you are in the country! Did you know that Latvia’s long and rich beer culture most probably started by accident? You will visit 2 trending traditional beer bars with a large selection of beer. In the first bar, you will try 3 kinds of beer accompanied by traditional Latvian snacks. One of them- rye fried bread is extremely popular in Latvia and works perfectly with the beer. It's a match! What the unusual ingredients were used to make a beer? In 1-hour open-air tour, you will learn how did the beer influence the city and the culture. What is a ‘green spoon’? Why were the Latvians adding rocks to the beer mixtures in wooden casks? You will finish the tour in the bar and will try 3 more kinds of beer. Everyone will find their favorite one. And which one is the most popular in Latvia?

Inclusions: 6 kinds of beer tasting, Traditional Latvian snacks

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Reviewed By gatuno2

The food wasn't warm and the waiters weren't fast and serious . The restaurant looks cool but it isn't .

10. Jewish Heritage of Riga

Art Nouveau building, Alberta iela 13, Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia ULKOtours - Riga, Latvia

Make the most of Riga within 5 hours! Explore such city highlights as the Town Hall and House of Blackheads located on the Town Hall Square, enrich your knowledge about Jews and the Nazi period in Riga Ghetto and Latvian Holocaust Museum, enjoy fine specimens of the prevailing architectural style of Riga in the Art Nouveau Museum. You will have some free time for shopping before you return back to the ship/your hotel.

Inclusions: Private professional tour guide for 5 hrs, Private tourist-class vehicle for 5 hrs, Entrance fee to Riga Synagogue, Entrance fee to the Art Nouveau museum

Exclusions: Meals / snacks, Any other admissions, Gratuities

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