2-Day trip from Vilnius to Riga I Curonian Spit,The Hill of Crosses, Rundale

2 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Explore the most exlusive places in Lithuania and Latvia on this two days trip. Start your trip from Vilnius, explore the Baltic Sea coastline on the UNESCO listed Curonian Spit National Park in Lithuania. Be fascinated by the only one of such kind in Europe the Cold War Museum, and the Hill of Crosses, - authentic monument of Lithuanian folk art. Be impressed by the most outstanding monuments of Baroque and Rococo architecture in Latvia – The Rundale palace and Bauska Castle before heading back to Riga.

What's Included

Private transportation
Entrance tickets to the museums
Fuel surcharge
Ferry tickets
Local toll in Curonian Spit National Park
Parking Fees
Accommodation
Gratuities
Meal and drinks
Personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pick up is available from centrally located Vilnius hotel, apartments. Drop off at centrally located hotel in Riga. Please note this tour starts in Vilnius and ends in Riga.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Vilnius - Curonian Spit National Park

    5 stops
  • 1

    The Hill of Witches - the exposition of wooden sculptures, which personify popular folklore characters, witches and demons.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Have a brief stop at observation site for watching noisy grey herons and cormorants.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Beach Of Nida

    Spend the time delighting in the oldest Nida resort. Admire the stylish houses decorated in bright colours, carvings and boats.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Climb on the top of the Parnidis dune – unique and delicate landscape site of the Curonian Spit National Park. The view of drifted dunes, panorama of Nida town and the Baltic Sea’s waves will give you an extraordinary impression of the place.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Exploring the grey dunes (also called the dead dunes) in Nagliai Natural Reserve.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • Day 2

    Klaipeda - Riga

    5 stops
  • 6
    Klaipeda Old City

    Short introduction of Klaipeda seaport

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Cold War Museum

    Visiting the only one in Europe – Cold War museum in Plateliai, which tells about armament competition between SSRS and USA after World War II. The first ballistic missile base nowadays is transformed to the museum where you will feel the power and absurdity of Cold War.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 8
    Kryziu Kalnas

    The famous Jurgaiciai Hill which is located 12 km north of Siauliai. This authentic monument of history and religious folk art is the best repository of Lithuanian cross making art and inspires with its peace, spirituality, authenticity and sacred nature.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Rundale Palace Museum

    Visiting one of the most outstanding monuments of Baroque and Rococo architecture in Latvia – The Rundale palace

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 10
    Bauska Castle

    Visiting Bauska Castle, which is surrounded by a picturesque scenery and represents an example of military architecture

    1 hour Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Discover Lithuania

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Cancellation Policy

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

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