From Riga: Hill of Crosses & Jelgava Tour - 2 Countries in 1 Day
Overview
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7 hours 30 minutes
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• Fully organized day tour with all logistics arranged
Enjoy a smooth and well-structured experience with transport, guided visits, and a carefully planned itinerary — no need to organize anything yourself.
• Guided experience combined with free time to explore
At the Hill of Crosses, receive a clear and engaging introduction from your guide, followed by free time to explore the site at your own pace.
• More than just a transfer — a complete experience
This tour combines transportation, guided insights, and multiple stops, offering a richer and more complete experience than a simple point-to-point trip.
• Two destinations in one well-planned journey
Visit both the Hill of Crosses and Jelgava, with guided introductions and time to experience each location without feeling rushed.
• Local touch to complete the experience
Finish the day with a traditional Latvian herbal drink — a small but authentic detail that adds a memorable ending to your journey.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Coffee stops and detours can be arranged with driver
What To Expect
Riga Cathedral
Meet your guide in Riga and begin your fully organized journey toward Lithuania. During the drive, enjoy an introduction to the region, with insights into Latvia, Lithuania, and the day’s planned route.
Stop at the Latvia–Lithuania border for photos and a short guided introduction to the historical significance of the region while crossing between two countries.
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From Riga: Hill of Crosses & Jelgava Tour - 2 Countries in 1 Day
What‘s Included
Traditional Latvian herbal drink experience
Guided experience with introductions at all main stops
Comfortable round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
Exterior visit of Jelgava Palace with historical explanation
Bottled water
Professional English-speaking guide throughout the tour
Lunch and drinks (available for purchase during the tour; pre-order option available)
Personal expenses
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
205 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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CHINGMAN H,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Well organized trip, nice staff, good transportation, sufficient time to take photos at different scenic spots
Great tour
Ashley P,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great day from Riga. The drive was lengthy, but split up appropriately with rest stops. Janis provided great stories and history of Latvia and Lithuania, and engaged the whole group. The hill of crosses was cool to see, unlike anything we’ve seen before. The lunch spot was delicious and very well priced, and all the extra stops to learn about the palace, bridge, Orthodox Church were very much appreciated. Alexanders was also a great driver! Excellent English speaking tour.
Great tour, well...
Hayley D,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour, well organised, very informative. Lunch stop was lovely and very reasonably priced. Dainis was very friendly and knowledgeable, we learned a lot from him.
Different
Gordon0504,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The hill of crosses is something completely different to anything else I've seen, and definitely worth the trip. The rest of the day was ok, nothing special though.
Excellent!
JoAnn S,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Definitely well-worth the half day away from Riga. Fascinating place with interesting history. Several stops along the way made for a very comfortable day trip. Lunch was well organized with nice menu options. And delicious!!
Simply excellent.
Paul W,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The pickup was very smooth, loads of communication prior and Maris was Very informative throughout. His driving was as excellent as his knowledge. Highly recommend this tour.
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Carlina W,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I had the best time on this tour and seeing the Hill of Crosses was a definite highlight! I absolutely loved it!
Time well spent
Rob L,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We thoroughly enjoyed our day trip and Dainis was a great guide mixing interesting factual information with some lighthearted humorous observations concerning Baltic history and culture. The tour bus driver was also really good and professional and we never once felt unsafe on our journey. The day trip was not too long or the travel distance too tiring with enough stops and breaks to make for an all round excellent experience.
Do it
Richard O,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Throughly enjoyed this excursion. The guide was great knowledgable, fun and kept dialogue to a manageable amount. Journey was punctuated with perfectly timed pit stops. The Hill of Crosses was whilst quite eerie interesting, different and moving. The stop off at Jelgava was enjoyable to see another Latvian town. And the cake shop exceptional (although 1 WC is inadequate). Would 100% recommend.
Excellent day trip
Alex F,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour guide made this trip very special. He was friendly and informative, made sure he spoke with every guest and gave insightful historical references - he was not an encyclopaedia; he was history coming alive. The day itself started from Riga Cathedral, and we journeyed to the Lithuanian border. Here is a chance for pictures of the boundary lines and a rest stop 5 minutes down the road. Next stop: the hill of crosses. We stayed for an hour and honestly we could have stayed a little longer. We purchased a cross to stake into the ground, looked around the information centre gift shop and amber store. Next - back to Latvia to the historical city of Jelgava. We stopped at a beautiful blue-domed Orthodox Church before a late lunch over the river. The tour guide arranged the orders so we were eating soon. I would recommend the raspberry and white chocolate cheese cake - such good flavours and a new texture … we then headed to the former Courland Palace in Jelgava and had more historical insights. Then we journeyed back to Riga Cathedral and were dismissed. Cracking day, would 100% recommend!
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