Sigulda and Turaida Castles Morning/Afternoon Tour: A Day of Medieval Magic
125,00
€
€
Escape Riga for a day and explore the breathtaking Gauja National Park! On our small-group tour, journey through Latvia's history and nature. Walk through centuries at the ancient Sigulda Castle ruins and the magnificent, reconstructed Turaida Castle. Discover hidden legends at the mystical Gutmanis Cave and soak in the valley's stunning views. Our passionate, expert guides will bring the rich history of the Livonian Order and local culture to life. The tour includes time for an authentic lunch at a popular local café. This is the perfect blend of medieval castles, legendary nature, and local charm—all in one action-packed day from Riga!
What's Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled water
Entrance at Sigulda castle ruins and Turaida Museum reserve
Entrance at Sigulda Bobsleigh track
Lunch stop in budget-friendly café popular with locals, where you can purchase your own meal.
Itinerary 1 Turaida Museum Reserve: Explore the magnificent medieval castle 'Garden of Gods' by climbing the iconic tower and wandering through centuries of history. 1 hour • Admission Ticket Included 2 Gutmanis Cave: Discover the largest cave in the Baltics, hear its tragic love legend, and touch its famed 'healing' spring water. 20-30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free 3 Castle of the Livonian Order in Sigulda: Stand atop the ancient medieval ruins and soak in breathtaking panoramic views of the Gauja River Valley. Sigulda Craftsmen Shops: Watch local artisans at work and find an authentic, handmade souvenir to take home. 1 hour • Admission Ticket Included 4 Lunch stop at 'Cat House,' a delicious and budget-friendly café popular with locals, where you can purchase your own meal. 40 minutes • Cost of lunch is not included 5 Sigulda Bobsleigh Track: Feel the adrenaline rush of an Olympic bobsleigh track and get a unique photo inside a real sled. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Detailed timing The morning tour will start at 9am from Powder Tower, Smilšu iela 20, Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1050 9:00 AM - Depart Riga 10:30 AM – Explore Turaida Castle 11:30 AM – Explore Gutman Cave 12:00 AM – Explore Sigulda Castle Ruins 13:00 AM – Lunch on your behalf, but in the place of local people 13:50 AM – Bobsleigh track 14:20 AM – Drive back to Riga
The afternoon trip will start at 2pm from Gunpowder Tower, Riga 13:00 AM - Depart Riga 14:30 AM – Explore Turaida Castle 15:30 AM – Explore Gutman Cave 16:00 AM – Explore Sigulda Castle Ruins and Sigulda Craftsmen Shops 17:00 AM – Lunch on your behalf, but in the place of local people 17:50 AM – Bobsleigh track 18:20 AM – Drive back to Riga
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 6 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
Please note that this trip involves steps/walking
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Cancellation Policy You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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