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Riga - Capital of Latvia

City break

Riga- capital of Latvia

3 days / 2 nights

 

ITINERARY

 Day 1

Arrival in Riga.

Overnight: RIGA

 Day 2

After breakfast walking city tour of Riga. The tour encompasses the most significant sights of Old Town of Riga: picturesque streets, the Dome Cathedral (Entrance), the Church of St. Peter, the old Guild Houses, the Swedish Gate, St. Jacob’s Church, the Parliament House, Old Riga Castle. During the tour caffe break for tasting of “Riga Black Balsam”, chocolate and coffee, (for extra payment on spot). Afternoon free time.

Overnight: RIGA

Day 3                   

Breakfast at the hotel. End of the tour.

 

PACKAGE PRICE NET PER PERSON IN DBL: from 109 EUR 

SINGLE SUPPLEMENT NET - from 45 EUR

Price valid for min.2 person in the period 01.10-29.12.2020 and 04.01-30.03.2021.

 

PACKAGE PRICE INCLUDES:

• 2 nights accommodation at centrally located 4 star hotel
• Daily buffet breakfast
• Guided city tour of Riga Old Town (3 hours)
• Entrance Dom Cathedral

 

OPTIONAL: 

1. Extra night at centrally located 4*hotel:

DBL with breakfast -from 60 EUR, SGL with breakfast – from 55 EUR

2.Thematic city tours in Riga

Art Walk in Beautiful Art Nouveau District in Riga (3 hours)

Riga is definitely a city with beautiful architecture everywhere, but especially stunning are the Art Nouveau buildings. This luxurious, totally decorative style of architecture is one of the main reasons why the historical center is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List and why those who appreciate culture and art visit Riga in the first instance. This tour will introduce you to so-called "beautiful era" or La Belle Époque in the beginning of 20th century, when Riga was one of the wealthiest cities in Europe. Guide will explain you the philosophical meaning hidden behind the luxury facade decorations and will show you some stunning Art Nouveau examples - the most famous ones on Alberta Street and those that only locals know. The tour also includes visit to Art Nouveau Museum that has an unique collection of Art Nouveau design, art & furnishings. 

 Price for guide:  85 EUR  p/ group, Entrance ticket to Art Nouveau Museum (closed on  Mondays): 7 EUR p/person 

 3. Riga surroundings romantic:

Trip to Sigulda. (ca. 5-6 hours) 

Sigulda- often called the Latvian Switzerland, is located about 50 km from Riga on the Gauja River valley, in the Gauja National Park and is known as the most popular tourist and leisure destination as well as a famous winter sports resort in Latvia. Experience a genuine whiff of the middle Ages, a time of romantic legends, castles and heroic figures, the ruins of the 13th century Crusader Castle, and the 19th cent. Kropotkin’s Palace in the outskirts of Sigulda. A short drive down into the river valley, enjoying the landscape and the walk to the 13th century Turaida Castle. A chance to view ‘the garden of Gods’ from the 30- meter  high fortification tower and visit the local history museum. Return to Riga. 

Price per person in EUR

2 pax-115, 4 pax -79,  6 pax- 59, 8 pax-49

 

 Price includes: transport, English /German/Italian/French/Spanish guide , entrance ticket to Turaida castle.

 4. Riga cultural:

4.1 Organ concert in  Riga Dom Cathedral  (CONCERTO PICCOLO)  

On Wednesdays and Saturdays during  the city tour  at 12.00 (duration 20 min)

   Price: 9 EUR p/person 

 4.2 Concert in Dom Cathedral

 On Fridays at 19.00 . Repertoire: http://www.doms.lv/events/concerts.php 

Prices of tickets:

•       Depends on performances and seats category (from 10-20 EUR)

•       Prebooking of tickets compulsory. Reservation fee 2 EUR per ticket

Tickets not refundable

4.3 Performance in the Riga Opera and Ballet theatre (concert, opera, ballet).  

Repertoire: https://www.opera.lv/en/schedule/

Prices of tickets:

•       Depends on performances and seats category (from 5-42 EUR)

•       Prebooking of tickets compulsory. Reservation fee 2 EUR per ticket

•       Tickets not refundable

Explore Riga ourselves 

 1. Riga unique: 

Visit to Central Market of Riga.

 It is not only one of the largest marketplaces in Eastern Europe in area, but also one of the most visited, as 80,000-100,000 people shop there per day on the average. Architecturally-imposing food pavilions, built in the 1920s, are Riga Central Market’s calling card. Originally used as military airship hangars, they were later transformed into market venues. Riga Central Market is unique not only with its pavilions but also with its old warehouses or the so-called spikeri (from German Spéicher), which have now been turned into a hip arts&entertainment quarter.In 1998, the vast territory of Riga Central Market was added to the UNESCO World Heritage list.  https://www.rct.lv/en/   

Entrance free

 2. Riga creative: 

Egles Craft Fair

Latvian craft fair at the open-air leisure park "Egle", the largest open-air recreational venue in Riga's Old Town, offers the best from local craftsmen. Socks, mittens and scarves that are not only practical but also beautiful, linen table cloths and napkins, jewelry for girls and ladies, wooden household items and toys, and many, many other things can be bought at the "Egle" fair. The open-air leisure park "Egle" hosts performances by local musicians and offers delicious Latvian cuisine and best Latvian beer brands. If the bear is to your liking, you may also buy a unique beer jug - Latvian ceramics are well-known worldwide. What you buy at the fair will become a great reminder of your Riga visit or make a nice present for your loved ones back home. https://www.liveriga.com/en/5568-craftsmen-fairat-the-open-air-venue-egle

 Entrance free 

 3. Riga creative: 

Fair at Kalnciema Quarter

Every Saturday, (During December the market is also open on Sundays). Latvian farmers offer local goods at the Kalnciema Quarter Fair, and craftsmen come to sell unique pieces of handiwork. Children are invited to participate in creative workshops, free of charge, and to ride a colorful merry-go-round. The theme of the fair changes to reflect seasonal festivals, during which there also are concerts, exhibitions, open-air plays, and other activities taking place at the fair. http://www.kalnciemaiela.lv/en/market/

Entrance free 

 

Guide services

•       4 hours- 95 EUR

•       8 hours- 130 EURO

  

Transport services:

• Arrival/ departure transfer in Riga ( one way): Car (1-3 persons) –35 EUR per vehicle, minivan (4-6  persons) - 50 EUR per vehicle , minivan (7-8 persons) – 80 EUR per vehicle
• Transport with driver for 4 hours in Riga: Car (1-3 persons) – 90 EUR per vehicle, minivan (4-6  persons) – 110 EUR per vehicle ,minivan (7-8 persons) -130  EUR per vehicle
• Transport with driver for 8  hours in Riga: Car (1-3 persons) –160 EUR per vehicle, minivan (4-6  persons) - 180 EUR per vehicle ,minivan (7-8 persons) -  210 EUR per vehicle