From Riga: Hill of Crosses & Jelgava Highlights
Overview
Available languages
7 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
• A well-paced full-day experience
This tour is designed to feel balanced and unhurried, allowing time to experience each place rather than rushing through highlights.
• Guided insight and personal time at the Hill of Crosses
Learn the history and symbolism of this powerful site with your guide, followed by free time to explore independently. Guests may also visit the nearby Franciscan monastery and chapel.
• Jelgava as a meaningful second destination
The experience continues in Jelgava with guided visits to key sights, including the riverside promenade, the Orthodox Cathedral, and Jelgava Palace (viewed from the outside).
• Thoughtfully organized shared tour
This is a shared tour with a clear structure and careful planning, ensuring smooth timing and guest comfort.
• A subtle local touch to conclude the day
The experience concludes with a small local element many travelers don’t expect, offering an authentic way to round off the 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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Riga Cathedral
Meet your guide in Riga and begin the journey toward Lithuania. During the drive, the guide provides historical and cultural context about Latvia, Lithuania, and the places you will visit throughout the day.
Make a guided photo stop at the Latvia–Lithuania border. Learn about the historical significance of the border region and take photos marking the crossing between two countries.
What‘s Included
Professional English-speaking guide
Guided visits to the Hill of Crosses and key sites in Jelgava
All taxes and fees
Bottled water
External visit to Jelgava Palace with historical explanation
Comfortable transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
Guided photo stop at the Latvia–Lithuania border
Lunch and drinks (available for purchase during the tour; pre-order option available)
Personal expenses
Options
From Riga: Hill of Crosses & Jelgava Highlights
Reviews
171 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic trip
Arun M,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was an absolute fantastic experience right from pick up to the drop-off. Maris was a great Tour Guide and he explained all the historic aspects in great detail. He was extremely friendly as well.
Very good day out
Maureen W,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Trip does exactly what it says it will. Very good knowledgeable guide who imparted lots of interesting facts without it being too over the top. Good coach. A good opportunity to see the countryside. It was a well put together mixture of places and sights. Highly recommend
Ilse was a fabulous & passionate guide, best tour I have been on!
Kelly W,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fabulous trip, I highly recommend it for anybody spending a couple of days in Riga. Ilse was a fabulous guide, poured so much love and passion into the tour. We got sang to, shown some fabulous spots and dined at the restaurant that she brought us to. Book it! You won’t regret it.
Fascinating day trip
prestonmanor,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00As a solo traveller was made to feel very welcome, the tour guide was amazing-shared lots of interesting facts. Lots of stops along the way- timings were explained throughout -the cafe for lunch was lovely. Great tour and excellent value for money!
Just do it!
455irmap,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A wonderful storyteller. A lot of information in a way that's full of humor. It was a fun day, seen a lot and were allowed to watch. Really recommended and good food!
Very unique experience at...
Daniel H,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very unique experience at the Hill of Crosses, our guide was extremely knowledgeable and livened up the minibus journey by sharing lots of interesting facts about Latvian and Lithuanian culture.
Amazing Experience
David D,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing tour, the hill of crosses was a unique and amazing sight, Edite our tour guide was very helpful and very knowledgeable of the sights, would definitely recommend going on this tour.
Hill of crosses
Jane R,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great comms before visit and clear instructions for pick up. Minibus driver and Edite our guide were both welcoming and the minibus was comfortable. Edite was an amazing guide, so knowledgeable and took time to answer any questions. The stops for the border and the hill of crosses gave us the right time to explore. The tour was extremely smooth and we were so well looked after. Lunch stop was lovely too. Highly recommended
Day trip!
Curiosity46244289085,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A super nice experience! The time at the planned stops was more than enough! The Hill of Crosses is a must see! Lunch was very delicious and could be taken with a beautiful view! Jelgava war is a very nice city. The driver was very knowledgeable and informative. We had a very nice time!
Excellent day trip from Riga
RuthRebekah J,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great day out with lots of interesting stops. Tour was punctual and comfortable. It was easy to find the pick up location and everything ran very smoothly. Our guide, Maris, was super knowledgeable, charismatic and engaging. He ensured everything ran to a very well-paced schedule and the information he provided on a huge range of topics related to Latvian history and culture was so impressive. The coffee stops and lunch tea-room were well-selected and had lots of choice at very reasonable prices. I’d definitely recommend this tour to anyone travelling to Riga!
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