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Private tour in Riga Janis R

Explore Sigulda & Turaida Castle on a private tour

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Janis R.

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I am a tour guide who enjoys showing and talking about Riga to people visiting this great city. I like to tell stories in a fun way and I will reveal to you the most beautiful and unexpected places to visit in Riga. I like to entertain and I like to take good care of people. I've been a guide for 10 yrs now as of September 2022. I started 2012 doing kayaking Tours at Daugava River and Riga city canal. And step by step I grew and widened my area of knowledge. Nowadays I can provide a lot of interesting and witful Tours of Riga, Latvia and surroundings. Every place has a certain beauty and my task is to show You that beauty. City of Riga guide sertificate No 674 My Tours must be scheduled at least one week before the start. Tours coming from cruise ships have to start at the gate of Riga Passenger port.

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Overview of your Riga tour

Come with me and let me show you the fairytale city of the Baltic, beautiful Sigulda. This small but so beautiful place is located at the entrance of Gauja National Park and very close is a medieval Turaida Castle, one of Latvia's most visited sites. I am inviting you to join me and spend a wonderful day in the beautiful Sigulda, get to know our history, learn more of our traditions and enjoy beautiful nature and cultural heritage I will reveal many secrets to you, you will learn of the origins of the place's nickname - the Switzerland of Latvia and you will realize why Sigulda is so popular with visitors. Together we will enjoy in uniqueness of Sigulda by exploring one-of-a-kind bobsleigh and luge tracks but we will also visit the largest cave or grotto in the Baltic states. And finally - have a tasty lunch or dinner at the best restaurant in the neighborhood. Meet my beautiful Latvia, I will be happy to show you everything that can be experienced, seen, and tasted here.

Your Riga tour itinerary

The Kings chair Sigulda bobsleigh and luge track Sigulda cable car station Sigulda new castle The ruins of Sigulda old castle Gutmans cave Turaida open air museum reserve lunch place - restaurant Like all my tours this one can be customized to meet your interest, contact me and I'll craft a customized version!

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv

Private transportation will be provided by guide. Picking up at Your hotel included. I can provide a bigger vehicle according to size of the group. Please contact me for the quote

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Tickets: Entrance fees to Turaida castle, Silgulda castle, Sigulda ruins, Bobsleigh tracks
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Guide will take You to the best possible restaurant of Sigulda and Turaida. The cost of the meal is not included. The ride of cable car is not included. Sometimes the clients want to have a ride of cable car, I can drive you to the station and pick you up at other end.
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Riga, Latvia

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: I will pick You from Your hotel or any othe place in Riga

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories
Day Trip
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Food And Drink
Architecture
History
Tour reference number
1023479
Languages
English
Russian
Activity level
Minimal

Frequently asked questions

Who is this private tour in Riga best suited for?

This private tour is perfect for travellers who want to explore the beautiful parts of Latvia, particularly Sigulda and Turaida Castle, with the convenience of private transportation. It's ideal for those interested in history, culture, and nature, as well as anyone looking to connect with a local guide like Janis R. for deeper insights into the region.

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Hours icon 6 hours
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-3 people
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Tour date
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Hours icon 6 hours
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