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“Thomas was an excellent tour guide, very knowledgeable, and helpful. Would highly recommend this tour”
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.
“Very interesting tour, Erlens was a great guide. 10/10. Thank you!”
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.
“Travel guide was on time and kept us on schedule. Very informative and great itinerary. Highly recommend especially if your guide is Jānis!”
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.
“Fantastic moving experience, Victoria our guide was knowledgeable and sharing. Movement from place to place was seamless. Information provided on each visit, menu provided for meal stop so it could be preordered and reduce time.”
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.
“A lovely tour with a thoroughly entertaining, knowledgeable and engaging guide, who made the trip. Erlen's was great at story telling and went that extra mile to ensure we were brilliantly looked after. the vehicle was clean, comfortable and Erlen's driving was calm and confidence…”
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.
“Very interesting, Yannis had a lot to tell us throughout the journey to the hill of crosses. Impressive and emotional place. Definitely worth it.”
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.
“A great day with three very different locations. Be prepared for quite a lot of travel and take mosquito repellant for the gardens if visiting in summer.”
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.
“This was a great way to experience the Hill of Crosses and two wonderful castles in the Latvian countryside. Toms was a wonderful and friendly tour guide.”
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.
“It's a very beatiful and misterious place. Tanks for de driver, Andrew! He's very good and know enough this tour. Sorry, but a don't speak english veru well !!!))”
Discover the Hill of Crosses from Riga on this guided tour, blending stunning scenery, cultural insight, and a powerful symbol of faith and freedom.
“The journey from Riga was very interesting I saw roe deer, fox and what Armamds called a racoon dog. The trip was lovely. The hill of the crosses may not be to everyone's taste but to see more of beautiful Latvia it was worth it.…”
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.
“Krista is fabulous! Very knowledgeable, funny & great stories that brought the site to life. Loved being a private tour.”
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.
“Our driver was excellent and let us go at our own pace. We used to use group tours but they are rushed and you don't get to learn the history behind different things as they rush you. We cannot recommend this service enough and will…”
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.
“Wonderful tour and brilliant guide! 100% recommend to anyone! In the beginning I was thinking to do the other tour to Hill of the Crosses, where they stop in few other places after Hill of The Crosses, but I am glad I didn't, after Hill…”
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.
“This was an excellent tour. our guide, Normunds was friendly, informative, knowledgeable and accommodating. He took us across the border to Lithuania to see the Hill of Crosses. That was an amazing place to visit and Normunds gave us time to explore. Then to Rundale…”
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.