Riga
The cross-border days from Riga: Lithuania’s Hill of Crosses, a hundred thousand crosses planted in defiance and faith, with Jelgava’s palace gems on the route. The Soviets bulldozed the hill three times; the crosses returned each time, multiplied.
Discover the Hill of Crosses from Riga on a 5.5-hour tour with scenic drives, guided insights, and visits to Jelgava's Orthodox Cathedral, blending spirituality and regional charm.
Most Popular“Really good trip but especially good guide. Thomas was very attentive, knowledgeable and interesting. The crosses are amazing and the food at the restaurant was great. Highly recommend- hopefully you get Thomas”
Discover the spiritual Hill of Crosses in Lithuania and explore Jelgava’s elegant baroque architecture on this full-day guided tour from Riga for just $46.
“The tour was very nice, not too intense and tiring but at the same time full of different stops and interesting things to see. The guide explained everything leaving us with no doubts!”
Explore Latvia and Lithuania on this full-day tour visiting Bauska Castle, Rundale Palace, and the Hill of Crosses. Comfortable, flexible, and packed with authentic sights.
“An excellent tour which departs from a convenient location in the heart of the Old Town. Our driver and (for a couple sites, our) guide Yannis, (apologies if the spelling is incorrect) was brilliant. He kept us entertained and provided so much information as we…”
Discover the Hill of Crosses in Lithuania and explore Jelgava on a 7-hour guided day trip from Riga, Latvia. Enjoy comfy transport, expert guides, and authentic sites.
“Good to see outside of riga, there is definitely more to Latvia than Riga. wasnt a thing the guide didn’t know. Well impressed”
Discover Latvia and Lithuania in a day with visits to the Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace, and Bauska Castle. Expert guides, comfortable transport, and fascinating sights await.
“Our guide was super knowledgeable and friendly. It was a delightful experience. Highly recommended!”
Discover the Hill of Crosses from Riga on a 5.5-hour guided tour featuring scenic border stops, historical insights, and time to explore this iconic Lithuanian pilgrimage site.
“Viestrus, our guide, was fabulous! His knowledge and kindness were perfect. We thoroughly enjoyed a relaxing day seeing new sights and exploring a new area.”
Discover Latvia and Lithuania in one day with this tour visiting Bauska Castle, Rundale Palace, and the Hill of Crosses. Scenic, informative, and well-organized.
“Firstly Janis is an exceptional tour guide. Very personable, funny and informative. We had a wonderful day and all the attractions had something to offer. It felt like exactly the right time at each stop and the insight from Janis really helped us maximise our…”
Discover Latvia and Lithuania on this small-group day trip from Riga, exploring Rundale Palace, Bauska Castle, and the Hill of Crosses for a rich cultural experience.
“It was a really great experience. Paul arrived dot on time and he was courteous and explained the entire tour plan at the beginning. Later he guided us through all the spots. He was really knowledgeable and we had an amazing day. I would highly…”
Experience a scenic day tour from Riga to Vilnius with stops at Bauska Castle, Rundale Palace, and the Hill of Crosses. Comfortable, informative, and value-packed.
“Adam was our driver and he was so much fun. He always stopped by the curb so we would have an easy step down from the van. He gave us recommendations of where to eat and took very good care of us. We were given…”
Discover the Hill of Crosses from Riga on this guided tour, blending stunning scenery, cultural insight, and a powerful symbol of faith and freedom.
“I enjoyed this day trip - the pick up was easy, Armands was entertaining and answered all of my questions. He offered to take photos and also let me explore the space on my own to take it in. He was an extremely safe driver…”
Discover the Hill of Crosses in Lithuania on a seamless day trip from Riga, Latvia, with expert guides, stunning views, and two countries in one adventure.
“Guide Armand's wealth of Latvian history, as well as his personal story, made for a very interesting tour. The pictures of the hill really don't begin to give a sense of the complexities amongst all of the crosses left behind for various reasons. Highly recommended.”
Discover the Baltics on this private full-day tour visiting the Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace, and Bauska Castle. Enjoy personalized guides, stunning sights, and authentic experiences.
“The trip was outstanding and the driver was courteous and knowledgeable. Everything on the itinerary was worth seeing, especially the Hill of Crosses. Simply amazing.”
Discover the Hill of Crosses from Riga with a small-group, 5-hour tour including border stops, guided commentary, and the chance to leave your own cross.
“A "must" experience from Riga to see the Hill of Crosses. Relaxing comfortable ride with extras along the way. It was a pleasure to have Paul as our guide. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and adaptable.”
Discover the Baltics with a full-day private tour from Riga, visiting the Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace, and Bauska Castle—rich history, stunning sights.
“Lovely trip. He was very friendly and helpful. Knew all about places. Excellent day!”
Discover Latvia’s spiritual and scenic gems with this half-day tour from Riga, including the Hill of Crosses, Latvia-Lithuania border, and Jelgava’s cathedral.
“A perfectly arranged day trip that would be a shame to miss. A cherry on top is the guide who's fluent, passionate, knowledgeable and has excellent manners. Totally worth going even (or especially!) in the low season to get pictures of the Hill without the…”
Art nouveau by the street and zeppelin hangars full of food.