Full Day Gauja National Park Ultimate Hiking & Sightseeing Trip

Overview

Available languages

English

10 hours

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You will hike on some of the most beautiful and hidden nature trails in the famous Gauja National Park. You will also enjoy "forest bathing" - immersing yourself in a real natural forest and soaking it up through your senses to its fullest. After the hike, you will recharge your batteries by tasting some local goodies and local drinks during the pick-nick-style lunchtime. Before leaving Līgtne Town you will also have a chance to taste local fruit wines in the local wine shop. Next, you will visit Cēsis Town and its famous medieval castle and will also discover some of the most impressive sandstone cliffs in Europe at the Gauja river bank.

Cēsis and its surroundings are one of Latvia's most beautiful places to visit. You get to know much about Latvian nature, culture, and history and will go some off-the-beaten-path as well.

Additional Info

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Please be aware that the length of the tour as a whole includes travel time (around 3 hours from Riga and back altogether).

IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE: Please be advised that while we prioritize the safety of our participants throughout this tour, it is important to acknowledge that all outdoor activities and transfers inherently carry a degree of risk for unforeseeable accidents. Neither our company nor your designated tour guide assumes liability for any such incidents that may occur during the tour. Hence, we strongly recommend that you ensure adequate insurance coverage, including provisions for adventure activities, prior to participating in the tour.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Gauja National Park

Start your adventure by hiking in some of the most beautiful nature trails in Gauja National Park. Explore pristine and unique forest habitats, fast-flowing salmon rivers, and enjoy "forest bathing" at its fullest. The hike will take 2 to 3 hours. Recharge your batteries after the hike by tasting some local goodies and local drinks during the pick-nick-style lunchtime.

3 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Ligatne

Explore Ligatne - a small charming town hidden in the beautiful forests of Gauja National Park. Have a look at the beautiful scenery and some of the (more than 300) unique man-made caves made in the awesome sandstone cliffs. Get to know more about the history of this place and maybe have a taste of some local wines in the local winery.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Knowledgeable eco-tour leader

Entry fee in Cēsis Castle

10 hour guided tour in Gauja National Park & Cēsis Town (including transfer time)

Roundtrip transfer from Riga

Improv-travel approach for the groups of 2 people and more

We provide local filling snacks and drinks (no vegan food food or special dietary requirements available)

Meals not specified as included

Insurance

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Reviews

5.00

2 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

10/10 experience
jaimiwalker,,Sep 16, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Today I had a full day tour with Rolands, and I couldn't have asked for a better experience! Rolands’ extensive knowledge of the area, its plants, animals, and history was truely impressive. His passion for conservation and nature made the tour not only informative but incredibly enjoyable. I'm seriously considering returning to Latvia just to take another one of his tours, especially to explore the west coast. If you're planning a trip to Latvia, I highly recommend booking a tour with Roland!!
A great experience! Get to know the nature and history of Latvia.
101mara,,Aug 20, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
An exciting visit! We were able to walk through the forests of the Gaujas National Park, learning in depth about the nature of the place, some natural caves and the river. Some beautiful views! We got to know Sigulda and visited the castle and the museum. Ronalds was a fantastic guide! He explained to us in detail how the environment has changed and how they maintain the forests. Also about the history of the place. He took us to eat at a very good restaurant, where we tasted typical, well-made dishes. Although the visit is in English, Ronalds also speaks a little Spanish, so there were no problems understanding each other. He was very attentive and fun, he cared about us at all times and took many photos of us🤗 We liked it a lot and we recommend it to all those who want to know more than just the city of Riga.