Private Trip from Vilnius to Riga: Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace, Bauska castl
At a glance
Private Trip from Vilnius to Riga: Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace, Bauska castl is a 6h – 8h private experience in Vilnius, Lithuania, operated by Baltia Tour. Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 30 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $371.10 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Private transportation, Car.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 4 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 6h – 8h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
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.
What's included
What's included
- Private transportation
- Car
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Entrance tickets for Rundale castle
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 1h
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. -
Stop 2 · 1h
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. -
Stop 3 · 20m
Short visit and stop at Bauska castle on the way
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Stop 4 · 30m
Tour finish here at any accommodation of guest
Meeting point
Guest accommodation in Vilnius
Good to know
- 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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Private Trip from Vilnius to Riga: Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace, Bauska castl take?
The experience lasts about 6h – 8h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $371.10 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Private transportation; Car.
Where does it start?
Guest accommodation in Vilnius
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 30 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Vilnius.
