Latvia: Gauja National Park & Medieval Heritage Loop (7 Days)
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Duration 7 days
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Type City Tour
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Group Size 50 Peoples
Overview
Theme: Nature + History
Latvia’s Gauja National Park is often called the “Switzerland of the Baltics,” with its deep river valleys, sandstone cliffs, and fairy-tale castles. This itinerary blends ancient forests, medieval architecture, and local traditions in one of Europe’s least-explored cultural landscapes.
Included & Excluded
Arrive in Riga and explore its UNESCO-listed Old Town Visit Riga Cathedral, House of the Blackheads, and the Art Nouveau district Dinner at a folk tavern featuring live Latvian music
Drive to Sigulda, stopping at the hilltop ruins of Krimulda Castle Afternoon cable car ride over the Gauja River Overnight in a countryside guesthouse
Explore Turaida Castle and its museum complex Hike the Gauja Trail to Gutmanis Cave and the sandstone cliffs Picnic lunch in the forest and dinner back in Sigulda
Transfer to Cēsis and visit its well-preserved medieval fortress Enjoy a traditional candlelit lunch in the castle’s cellar Walk through Cēsis’ art galleries and cobbled streets
Guided hike in the Amata River Valley with views of sandstone arches Afternoon visit to a traditional Latvian homestead with bread-making demo Evening folklore performance around the bonfire
Gentle rafting along the Gauja River with birdwatching and picnic Return to lodge for traditional Latvian sauna experience (pirts) with herbal steam Farewell dinner of smoked fish and rye desserts
Transfer back to Riga for departure or optional museum visit en route
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