Latvia's Switzerland and Gauja National Park Tour

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5 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
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Offered in: English

If the travelers would like to have quick look to countryside, forests, cultural heritage of Latvia not only the capital city Riga and Jurmala beach, than this excursion is must. Diversity of tourist attractions in Sigulda town and Gauja River national park will pretty surprise and legends will discover soul of locals. With me it will be easy and with a joy.

What's Included

All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle

Meeting and pickup

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

For pickup please wait outside of the hotel or apartment, because that is not allowed to park the car in the Old Riga.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Sigulda New Castle

    Built in 1878 in the Neo-Gothic style as the landlords house for the owners of the manor, the prince Kropotkin family. From the palace terrace you can see a wonderful view of Gauja Senleja, which is especially beautiful in autumn, when the leaves of the trees turn yellow and red.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Castle Of The Livonian Order In Sigulda

    Sigulda Medieval Castle ruins are located on the edge of the Gauja River valley. The original castle was built in 1207 as a castellum type fortress, later rebuilt into a convent type building. The residence of the Land Marshal of the Livonian Order since 1432.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Gutmanis Cave

    Gutman's Cave is the largest grotto in the Baltic's surrounded by legends and graffiti preserved on the walls from the 19th century. The cave was formed from the yellow-brown sandstone rock of the Gauja river bank; its formation is due to a millennium-long interaction between the river and an underground spring.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Turaida Castle

    Turaida castle is a recently reconstructed medieval castle of 13th century on the opposite bank of Gauja River from the Sigulda town. From the viewing place of the main tower it is possible to see the unique landscape of the picturesque Gauja River valley.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Krimulda estate

    The majestic Krimulda manor house was built in the mid of the 19th century in the style of Neoclassicism. This is where wine from local berries and flowers is made. There will be the opportunity to taste and buy the great beverages. After one hour drive back to Riga.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Armands Latvia Guide

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