2023 || Charming Riga Tour

Day 1

09:00			A warm meet and greet with your expert guide and driver on the pier
09:00	-	09:45	Introductory city driving tour with a stop for a panoramic view overlooking lovely historical section of Riga. Panoramic driving tour through the central part of Riga to view the iconic Freedom Monument (erected in 1935, it became the heart of the Latvian independence movement in the late 1980s) and the Neo-Classic Latvian Opera House
09:45	-	10:45	Stroll through Art Nouveau district, home to over 800 captivating Art Nouveau masterpieces
10:45	-	11:30	Visit to Riga's Central Market, Europe's largest market and bazaar for typical and unique Latvian specialties and crafts
11:30	-	12:00	Scenic drive through the Ring of Boulevards with a green belt on both sides of the City Canal and a rectangular network of streets and centuries-old wooden structures
12:00	-	13:45	Guided walking tour of Riga's Old Town around Town Hall Square, the impressive Blackhead's House (now hosts the official President's office), the Great and Small Guild Halls, the Laima Clock (famous meeting point in Riga), the Three Brothers, the Statue of Roland, the Cat House (known for the cat sculptures that sit atop the turrets), St. Peter's Church, the Dome Cathedral (originally established in 1211, the cathedral has been rebuilt over and over resulting in a Romanesque design, Baroque roof, and a Gothic spire), Riga Castle, the medieval Powder Tower (current home to Latvia's largest military history museum), and the historic city wall gates
13:45	-	14:00	Walk back to the port with your guide
			Optional: you may opt to remain a bit longer in Riga's Old Town and then make your own way back to the ship
14:00			Back at the pier

Prices

PAX	4	6	8	16
Price USD pp	180	165	160	95
Price* USD pp	0	0	0	0

Attn! Your final tour price including discounts and additional costs is shown on your invoice.

Price includes

• Professional and personable English-speaking local guide for 5 hours
• Experienced and conscientious driver with a comfortable A/C vehicle for 3 hours
• All port fees
• All local taxes

Price does not include

• Cost of meals or drinks
• Gratuity. Recommended gratuity is 10% for the guide and 5% for the driver, given separately.
• Any admission fees (not required)

Important notices

• The itinerary above is a sample only. The actual start and end times of the tour are adjusted to coordinate with your arrival and departure time. You will never miss your ship touring with us. Sequence and timing of sightseeing may vary based on congestions at venues, capacity allowances mandated by museums, and museums' closing days or other logistical issues, however the content will always remain as confirmed.

   

• This tour involves extensive walking, at times over uneven surfaces, and may not be suitable for guests with walking difficulties. Wear comfortable walking shoes and be equipped for the possibility of rain.

   

• Minimum age for group tours: 7 years. If you are travelling with kids under the age of 7, we recommend that you book a private tour to allow your youngsters the flexibility to comfortably move at a slower pace.

   

• Discounts: Discount for children and teenagers up to 17 years old is 10% per person.

   

Tour summary

• 5 hours
• Max 16 pax or private
• Activity level: Strenuous