From Riga: Sigulda & Turaida Legends Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

6 hours

Mobile ticket

This tour offers a well-rounded cultural and natural experience in one of Latvia’s most beautiful regions — the Gauja River Valley. What sets it apart is the carefully curated route that blends breathtaking views, medieval castles, and real Latvian legends.

You'll visit iconic sites such as Sigulda Castle ruins, Gutman’s Cave with its romantic 17th-century tale, the impressive Turaida Museum Reserve, and even the Sigulda Bobsleigh Track — a unique stop often missed by other tours. Along the way, your guide shares stories that bring each location to life, including local myths, historical events, and personal insights.

The experience is capped with an optional lunch stop at a charming local café, giving travelers the chance to enjoy authentic Latvian cuisine and relax before returning to Riga. Meals are not included in the tour price. It’s a tour that combines history, scenery, and storytelling in a way that’s both informative and memorable.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Please bring your walking shoes

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‘s Included

Bottled water

Museum entrances

English speaking driver/guide

Transport by air-conditioned car or minivan

Food and drinks

Gratuities

What To Expect

Castle Of The Livonian Order In Sigulda

At the Castle of the Livonian Order in Sigulda, travelers will step into the medieval past of Latvia. This 13th-century fortress, originally built by the Livonian Brothers of the Sword, offers panoramic views over the Gauja River Valley and insights into the region’s military and religious history. Visitors can walk through the restored towers, climb the fortress walls, and explore exhibition spaces that showcase medieval weaponry, daily life in the order, and archaeological findings. The guide will share stories about battles, sieges, and the strategic importance of this site during the Crusader era in the Baltics. It’s a powerful start to understanding the layered history of Sigulda and a perfect photo stop with dramatic views of the surrounding national park. The territory of the Livonian Order's Sigulda Castle is an ideal spot to admire the beautiful landscapes of the Gauja Valley.

50 minutes • Admission Included

Gutmanis Cave

At Gutman’s Cave, travelers will explore the oldest and largest cave in the Baltic region — a natural wonder carved into sandstone by thousands of years of water erosion. The site is not only geologically impressive, but also steeped in Latvian legend. Your guide will share the tragic and romantic tale of the Rose of Turaida, a 17th-century love story tied to the cave, which has made it a symbolic place of remembrance and myth. The walls of the cave are covered in centuries-old inscriptions, some dating back to the 1600s. Visitors can walk inside the cave, feel the cool air from its spring, and imagine the legends that have echoed through this mystical site for generations. It’s an atmospheric stop that blends nature, folklore, and history in one unforgettable moment.

25 minutes • Admission Included

Options

Tour in EN or RU languages

Trip to Sigulda: including a professional guide and transportation by car or minivan. Pickup and drop off included.

Reviews

4.97

39 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great day outside of Riga
Carol L,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This is definitely worth it. It was snowing and the area is magical looking. The guide is very well informed about history and the sites. All very well organized.
Fab tour!
Siobhan418,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great tour, was a lot of fun at the bob sled place, and the cave was fascinating. The castles were amazing too! Maria was very knowledgeable and friendly. Lovely day out.
Wonderful day
Rochelle R,
Sep 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Erlens is a very friendly, attentive and well-informed guide. He gave great information, was entertaining and helpful. Overall a great day.
Fantastic tour and guide
Jason M,
Jul 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Fantastic day and guide! The tour was fun, the sites were interesting, the pacing was perfect, and our guide, Erlens, was great. Would definitely recommend for anyone interested in seeing some interesting sites outside of the city.
Great day trip to learn about Latvian history and culture!
stevenbcrowe,
Jul 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Pickup was easy and the ride comfortable. Maria provided lots of info about Latvian culture, past and present. The castles were great along with the scenery.
Although it was raining...
MYDUNG Q,
Jun 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Although it was raining and cold, we enjoyed our trip thanks to Vikrorija, who was a professional and knowledgeable tourguide
Lots of information about Latvia with the Erlens Guide
Helena R,
May 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The guide Erlens is very attentive and careful.com the well-being of the customers. Brings a lot of information about Latvia, in an excellent, comfortable vehicle. I highly recommend.
Excellent Half Day Tour Outside Riga
MUHAMMAD A,
May 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Tour was very well organized, Maria shared a lot of details about the sites including the history. The trip started and ended on time. Very nice experience overall.
Leuke trip
Passenger17063099900,
Jan 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Nice trip and several nice places visited. Guide who gave good explanations at all places. The hotel was very clean and comfortable.
Wonderful tour!
Roni J,
Sep 20, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Erlens was the perfect guide. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and adaptive to the group’s wishes and the circumstances. Since we had some fog, he suggested we visit the local bobsledding track instead of the scenic lookout that would have been obscured. His recommended lunch place was wonderful as well. He even recommended a great dinner spot for us after we returned to Riga. Visiting Sigulda and Turaida was very enjoyable and beautiful, but our best memory will be the time we spent with Erlens. Would highly recommend this tour!