The 11 Best Full-Day Tours from Riga

1.Private Full-Day Trip to Turaida, Sigulda, and Cesis

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 52 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) Our pick

Leave Riga at 10:00 for a private, 7 to 8-hour drive through Gauja National Park and Latvia’s medieval past. Visit Turaida, Sigulda, and Cesis castles, then add Araisi Lake Dwelling Site or another local stop. Guides such as Normunds and Jurijs are praised for flexible plans, local stories, and comfortable transport.

“Normund was simply awesome. He kept us informed and engaged throughout the entire tour even during driving. The stops were a perfect balance between private time and guided tour and he was flexible to add extra stops near his home village and coastline, superb!!!!”

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2.Full-Day Private Trip to Cesis, Sigulda and Turaida from Riga

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 42 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Leave Riga at 10 a.m. for a private, eight-hour castle-and-countryside outing to Cēsis, Āraiši, Sigulda, and Turaida. Your English-speaking driver handles the driving, hotel pickup, parking, and route, while you set the pace. Drivers may include Martins, Intars, Andis, Aldis, Ivars, Aldrus, or Norman. Museum tickets and lunch cost extra.

“Was very good. Driver spoke English very well as well as Russian. Was very patient. Thanks Viator Always with you.”

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3.Private Full-Day Trip to Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace & Bauska

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) Top rated

From Riga, a private English-language guide takes you across two countries to the Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace, and Bauska Castle. You get private transport, flexible time at each stop, and a lunch break. Guides named in past bookings include Norman, Normund, Normands, and Andrejs.

“Normund was incredible tour guide! He was extremely knowledgable and very passionate about our entire journey. We learned so much from him and the stops on our tour, we would love to book with him again in the Baltic states. Thanks for everything Normund and we wish you the best!!”

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4.Full-Day Private Trip to Palace and Medieval Castle from Riga

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.)

Travel from Riga by private air-conditioned minivan to Bauska Castle and Rundāle Palace. Your English-speaking driver handles pickup, transport, and return, while you explore the sites independently. Allow 6 to 8 hours, bring money for museum tickets, and expect a comfortable ride rather than a guided palace tour.

“The sites were incredible! However, the guide simply is a driver and does not come in to explain any of the palaces and castles with you. Essentially this is a lift service to the different sites.”

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5.Full-Day Private Trip to Jurmala, Fisherman Villages and Nature Trails from Riga

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Leave Riga at 10:00 for an eight-hour private outing along Latvia’s Baltic coast. Visit Jurmala’s fishing museum and beach, walk Jomas Street, climb the Dzintaru observation tower, and follow the 3 km Ķemeri bog boardwalk. An English-speaking driver handles transport and adjusts the day to your pace.

“Very fun day. we got to go on two great hikes and see more of latvia by getting our of the city. highly recommend.”

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6.Private Full-Day Trip to Jurmala and Great Kemeri Bog Boardwalk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 7 hours (approx.)

Travel privately from Riga to Jurmala and the Great Kemeri Bog with an English-language driver. Visit the Jurmala Open-Air Museum, walk the Baltic beach, then follow the wooden bog boardwalk to its tower. Hotel pickup, mobile tickets, and a flexible private setting make this a practical day outside Riga.

“This was an amazing trip with a friendly driver. The sights were remarkable and appropriate for all age groups.”

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7.Full-Day Rundale Palace Tour from Riga

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $172Best value

Leave Riga at 9:00 am for Rundale Palace, Latvia’s grand Baroque and Rococo showpiece, then continue to Bauska Castle after lunch. You get hotel pickup, a guide, and round-trip transport in a private activity capped at seven people. Bring headphones for Rundale’s QR-code room guides, and budget 10 EUR per person for admission.

“We had a great day with Dainis on our private transfer from Vilnius to Riga. He communicated well leading up to the transfer and was very punctual and professional. He provided water for both of us as well as some delicious local snacks from Riga. It was very convenient to be dropped off and picked up at our accommodations in each city. We had plenty of time to visit the Hill of Crosses and Rundale Palace. Because we had a little extra time, he stopped at a few extra places for us which we really enjoyed. Throughout the day, we also enjoyed getting to know Dainis. He is very friendly…”

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8.Full-Day Private Trip to Nuclear Missile Base and Secret Soviet Bunker

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.)

Travel from Riga with English-speaking driver Martins to Zeltiņi’s abandoned nuclear missile base, then visit a preserved Soviet bunker 9 meters underground with local guide Regina. Finish at the More Battle Museum. Expect a long day, private transport, Cold War history, and extra entrance fees.

“What a fantastic, unique trip with an absolute gem of a guide. From the beginning to the end, our guide Martins was fantastic - looking after us really well and giving us lots of insight and facts about all things Latvia - from history to culture, language and much more. We got to visit the old missile base, a military history museum, the secret bunker and Martins also took us to see another vehicle that my son had a particular interest in which was really the icing on the cake. We thought this was the best tour we’ve ever done, and with the best guide. If you’re interested in the…”

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9.Private Full-Day Trip to Bauska, Rundale and Jelgava Palace

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 7 hours (approx.)

Travel from Riga by private vehicle to three remarkable Latvian sites: medieval Bauska Castle, lavish Rundale Palace, and elegant Jelgava Palace. Your guide, possibly Sebastian, Norman, or Andreas, shares local history and may add extra stops. The tour lasts about seven hours, with entrance fees and lunch paid separately.

“Sebastian was amazing. He drove us around, took us to castles and even made extra stops for us to see extra local heritage and shops. He listened to our conversations and came up with other places he thought we would want to see. He knew all the special places. It was great to get a real locals experience. We could not have had a better tour.”

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10.Private Full-Day Hiking Tour in Sigulda and Gauja National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $195

Spend about eight hours exploring Sigulda and Gauja National Park with private transport and an English-speaking guide. Walk through forests, meadows, and the Gauja valley, visit Sigulda’s medieval castle ruins and Gutmanis Cave, then see Krimulda manor. A moderate fitness level, good shoes, and your own picnic snacks are needed.

“They made it easy to organize a customized day tour. Excellent communication leading up to our event.”

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11.Full Day Gauja National Park Ultimate Hiking & Sightseeing Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $289

Spend 10 hours with guides Rolands or Volters hiking Gauja National Park, learning about Latvian nature, exploring Līgatne and Cēsis, and visiting Cēsis Medieval Castle. The day includes Riga pickup, a 2 to 3 hour forest hike, local snacks and drinks, fruit-wine tasting, and the Gauja River cliffs. Expect a small group of no more than eight.

“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 nRead more”

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