Embark on a full-day tour from Vilnius to explore the enchanting Hill of Crosses and the magnificent Baroque Rundale Palace in Latvia. Discover the rich history and daily life of Lithuania and Latvia with your private licensed guide.
Embark on a full-day tour from Vilnius to explore the enchanting Hill of Crosses and the magnificent Baroque Rundale Palace in Latvia. Discover the rich history and daily life of Lithuania and Latvia with your private licensed guide.
- Kryziu Kalnas - Enjoy a complimentary hotel pickup and transfer from your centrally located Vilnius accommodations to the Siauliai and Rundale. You will be driving for 2.5 hours to the Hill of Crosses. The Hill of Crosses has about 100,000 crosses. It is said that first crosses were erected here by the next-of-kin of the rebels that fell in the…
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Kryziu Kalnas - Enjoy a complimentary hotel pickup and transfer from your centrally located Vilnius accommodations to the Siauliai and Rundale. You will be driving for 2.5 hours to the Hill of Crosses. The Hill of Crosses has about 100,000 crosses. It is said that first crosses were erected here by the next-of-kin of the rebels that fell in the 1831 rebellion. The Hill of Crosses ia an historical architectural monument, it is a unique composition of folk art. The Hill of crosses attracts people with it’s peace, spirituality, authenticity and sacred nature. The hill of crosses was visited by Pope John Paul II.
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Rundale Palace Museum (Rundales Pils) - After exploring the site, you’ll head to the Rundale palace, its 40 minutes drive. Rundale Palace is one of the two major baroque palaces built for the Dukes of Courland in what is now Latvia. In 1735 Duke of Courland Ernst Johann von Biron bought land in Rundale with an old medieval castle in the territory of a planned summer residence. The old castle was demolished and construction after the design of Bartolomeo Rastrelli started in 1736.
After the palace it is an approximately 3-hour drive back to Vilnius
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Food and drinks
- Entrance tickets for Rundale palace
- Food and drinks
- Entrance tickets for Rundale palace
On this full-day private tour, participants will explore two of the most renowned landmarks in the Baltic region. The adventure starts with a visit to the Hill of Crosses in northern Lithuania — a distinctive and poignant site that stands as a symbol of hope, faith, and national pride. Following this, the tour continues into Latvia to visit the…
On this full-day private tour, participants will explore two of the most renowned landmarks in the Baltic region. The adventure starts with a visit to the Hill of Crosses in northern Lithuania — a distinctive and poignant site that stands as a symbol of hope, faith, and national pride. Following this, the tour continues into Latvia to visit the magnificent Rundāle Palace, a Baroque architectural masterpiece surrounded by meticulously restored gardens.
While traveling between these sites, guests will enjoy a comfortable journey with opportunities to learn about the local history, culture, and daily life in Lithuania and Latvia. This tour provides a flexible and personalized way to experience two extraordinary destinations in a single day.
- Dress code is formal
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
