Spend a fun day discovering the Latvian and Lithuanian countryside
Visit the Salaspils Memorial to victims of Fascism
See the most beautiful place in the Baltics: Rundāle Palace
Walk around the Hill of Crosses, a famous pilgrimage site in Lithuania
Explore charming Kaunas, the city at the heart of Lithuania
Important: The tour duration is 10 hours from October 15, 2018 to April 1, 2019. Learn about the history and people of Latvia and Lithuania on an entertaining day trip from Riga to Vilnius in a small group of up to 8 people!
In Latvia, visit the monumental Salaspils Memorial Ensemble to learn how WWII impacted the Baltic countries, and be amazed by the grand Rundāle Palace, a true gem of baroque architecture. In Lithuania, visit the Hill of Crosses, a famous pilgrimage destination and site of resistance against Soviet occupation.
Walk the streets of Kaunas, the former capital of Lithuania and a city rich in history and culture. See the beautiful riverside and many lovely churches in the Old Town of Kaunas. The journey includes a lunch stop at a local restaurant. Kindly let our guides know if you have any special dietary requirements that should be taken into account.
The location of the lunch is subject to availability, and the meal is not included in the price of the tour. Want to travel in the other direction? You can also book this tour from Vilnius to Riga: www.likealocalguide.com/vilnius/tours/vilnius-riga-sightseeing-tour-bus
One-way transfer from Riga to Vilnius
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Room for a reasonable amount of luggage
Knowledgeable local guide
Entry to the Rundāle Palace Garden
Bottled water
Hotel pick up/drop off (available for private tours)
Lunch
Gratuities (optional)
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