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Hill of Crosses, Rundāle Palace & Bauska Castle Day Trip

  • 8 Stunden
  • 10/10 | 7 Bewertungen

This tour of the Hill of Crosses in Riga is essential for visitors to Latvia's capital. It includes a visit to the renowned Rund?le Palace.

Description

Participants will meet at the scheduled time in front of the main entrance to the Riga Cathedral. The tour will commence with a journey to one of Lithuania's most significant pilgrimage sites.

Traveling through the scenic Latvian landscape, the group will cross into Lithuania and stop for photos at the border. Upon reaching the Hill of Crosses, the guide will discuss the site's history and significance, featuring thousands of crosses symbolizing prayers and resilience.

Participants will learn about the origins and the ongoing importance of the site among locals and international visitors, including the myths and legends that contribute to its reputation.

Next, the tour will return to Latvia to visit Rund?le Palace. Guided exploration will reveal the palace's opulence and the lifestyle of the dukes of Curlandia in the 18th century.

Highlights will include the French-style gardens and notable rooms such as the State Rooms, Golden Salon, and Grand Gallery. Afterward, participants will have free time for lunch at a nearby restaurant before heading to Bauska Castle.

At Bauska, the newly renovated tower offers stunning panoramic views. The interior tour will reveal the fortification's history. The tour concludes after 8 hours, returning to the starting point in Riga.

Inklusive

  • English–speaking guide
  • Transport by air–conditioned van or car
  • Wifi onboard
  • Admission tickets

Nicht inklusive

  • Food and drinks

Standort

Aktivitätsort

Herdera laukums 6, Riga, LV-1050, Latvia

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