From Riga: Sigulda & Turaida Legends Tour
This tour offers a well-rounded cultural and natural experience in one of Latvia’s most beautiful regions — the Gauja River Valley. What sets it apart is the carefully curated route that blends breathtaking views, medieval castles, and real Latvian legends.
You'll visit iconic sites such as Sigulda Castle ruins, Gutman’s Cave with its romantic 17th-century tale, the impressive Turaida Museum Reserve, and even the Sigulda Bobsleigh Track — a unique stop often missed by other tours. Along the way, your guide shares stories that bring each location to life, including local myths, historical events, and personal insights.
The experience is capped with an optional lunch stop at a charming local café, giving travelers the chance to enjoy authentic Latvian cuisine and relax before returning to Riga. It’s a tour that combines history, scenery, and storytelling in a way that’s both informative and memorable.
Options
Tour in EN or RU languages
Trip to Sigulda: including a professional guide and transportation by car or minivan. Pickup and drop off included.
What's included in From Riga: Sigulda & Turaida Legends Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Castle Of The Livonian Order In Sigulda
At the Castle of the Livonian Order in Sigulda, travelers will step into the medieval past of Latvia. This 13th-century fortress, originally built by the Livonian Brothers of the Sword, offers panoramic views over the Gauja River Valley and insights into the region’s military and religious history. Visitors can walk through the restored towers, climb the fortress walls, and explore exhibition spaces that showcase medieval weaponry, daily life in the order, and archaeological findings. The guide will share stories about battles, sieges, and the strategic importance of this site during the Crusader era in the Baltics. It’s a powerful start to understanding the layered history of Sigulda and a perfect photo stop with dramatic views of the surrounding national park. The territory of the Livonian Order's Sigulda Castle is an ideal spot to admire the beautiful landscapes of the Gauja Valley.
Gutmanis Cave
At Gutman’s Cave, travelers will explore the oldest and largest cave in the Baltic region — a natural wonder carved into sandstone by thousands of years of water erosion. The site is not only geologically impressive, but also steeped in Latvian legend. Your guide will share the tragic and romantic tale of the Rose of Turaida, a 17th-century love story tied to the cave, which has made it a symbolic place of remembrance and myth. The walls of the cave are covered in centuries-old inscriptions, some dating back to the 1600s. Visitors can walk inside the cave, feel the cool air from its spring, and imagine the legends that have echoed through this mystical site for generations. It’s an atmospheric stop that blends nature, folklore, and history in one unforgettable moment.
Turaida Museum Reserve
At the Turaida Museum Reserve, travelers will step into a beautifully preserved cultural and historical complex that spans over 1,000 years of Latvian history. Set atop a scenic hill in the Gauja River Valley, the site features the iconic red-brick Turaida Stone Castle, originally built in 1214. Your guide will lead you through the castle towers, medieval courtyards, and archaeological sites, sharing stories of knights, bishops, and the powerful figures who once ruled here. You'll also visit the 1750 wooden church and enjoy panoramic views from the castle tower. This open-air museum brings together nature, architecture, mythology, and national identity — making it one of the most meaningful and scenic highlights of the tour.
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Museum entrances
- English speaking driver/guide
- Transport by air-conditioned car or minivan
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please bring your walking shoes
- Coffee stops and detours can be arranged with driver
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Please meet the guide in front of the main entrance of Riga Cathedral (Rīgas Doms).
