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From Riga: Hill of Crosses & Enchanting Jelgava Group Tour

By Latvia Guide Tours
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Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is $64 per adult
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Overview

Embark on a journey from Riga to the Hill of Crosses. Along the way, your guide will share insights about local landmarks, history, and life in the region.

Midway, we’ll stop for a break where you can grab coffee, tea, or snacks. Before reaching our destination, we’ll pause at the Latvia-Lithuania border for a photo opportunity.

At the Hill of Crosses, the guide will explain its rich history and significance, followed by free time to explore.

On the way back, we’ll visit Jelgava, a charming city with stunning landmarks:

  • St. Simeon and St. Anna Orthodox Cathedral – A beautiful 19th-century church.
  • Jelgava Promenade & Mītava Bridge – A scenic riverside spot.
  • Jelgava Palace – The largest Baroque palace in the Baltics.

Additionally, during this tour, travelers will have the opportunity to enjoy lunch at an excellent local spot offering a choice between traditional Latvian and modern cuisine.

Activity location

  • Kryziu Kalnas
    • 81439, Jurgaiciai, Lithuania, Lithuania

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Herdera laukums 6
    • 6 Herdera laukums
    • 1050, Rīga, Lithuania

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From Riga: Hill of Crosses & Enchanting Jelgava Group Tour
  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00am
Price details
$64.13 x 1 Adult$64.13
Total
Price is $64.13

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedWiFi on board
  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
  • What's includedWhat's includedTreats
  • What's includedWhat's includedEnglish speaking driver/guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedTransport by air-conditioned car or minivan
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGratuities

Know before you book

  • 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

Activity itinerary

Kryziu Kalnas
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
The Hill of Crosses in Lithuania is a unique and sacred site where thousands of crosses symbolize faith, hope, and resilience. The guide will share the history of its origins and significance today, after which visitors will have time to explore the site independently and, if they wish, leave a cross on the hill. Nearby, the Domus Mariae Monastery offers a place of peace and reflection, and its chapel is open to visitors.
Kalviai
  • 15m
After crossing the Latvia-Lithuania border, travelers will have the opportunity to stop and take photos.
St. Simeon’s and St. Anna’s Orthodox Cathedral
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
The St. Simeon and St. Anna Orthodox Cathedral in Jelgava, built in the 19th century, is a remarkable example of Orthodox architecture and an important spiritual landmark. On-site, the guide will lead a tour and share the fascinating history and fate of this cathedral.
Pedestrian Bridge Mitava
  • 30m
Jelgava Promenade is a picturesque waterfront area along the Lielupe River, offering scenic views, walking paths, and a peaceful atmosphere. The guide will showcase one of Jelgava’s most beautiful spots—the Mītava Bridge and Promenade—while giving travelers the chance to experience the charm of this small city.
Jelgava Palace
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
Jelgava Palace, the largest Baroque-style palace in the Baltic states, was designed by the renowned architect Bartolomeo Rastrelli and served as the residence of the Dukes of Courland. During the tour, the guide will introduce visitors to the origins of the palace, its rich history, and its current role in modern times.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESKryziu Kalnas
    • 81439, Jurgaiciai, Lithuania, Lithuania

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEHerdera laukums 6
    • 6 Herdera laukums
    • 1050, Rīga, Lithuania

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