Latvia · PRIVATE
Some of these sell out a week ahead in July and run half empty in November. Below: 15 private tours, priced, timed and worth knowing when to book.
Explore Riga’s Old Town with a private English-speaking guide, historic landmarks, local stories, flexible pacing, and useful city orientation.
“Fantastic tour, really engaging. Edwards was insightful and knowledgeable, and a great laugh. Would fully recommend to all”
Review of Riga’s private day trip to Turaida, Sigulda, Cesis, and Araisi, with castle details, costs, guide tips, and honest drawbacks.
“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!!!!”
Review of Riga’s private husky sledding tour, with forest rides, friendly dogs, hotel pickup, no-snow bike carts, costs, and practical tips.
“We had a fabulous snow filled ride! Paul picked us up and drove to the ride. He was a fabulous guide, telling us Latvia history. Spending time petting the sled dogs was wonderful and we both truly enjoyed this!”
Review of Riga’s private Hill of Crosses trip, with Lithuania, border tips, guide quality, timing, price, and practical advice.
“The tour guide was very prompt and knowledgeable. We had a very comfortable and informative journey into Lithuania to the hill of crosses. The guide explained all of our questions whether historical or geographical extremely well. The hill of crosses was unique and the tour guide allowed us to enjoy the site how we wanted to see and remember it. I would recommend this trip to anyone and not just for religion the history of the hill speaks for itself”
Explore Cesis, Araisi, Sigulda, and Turaida from Riga on a private castle day trip with hotel pickup and an English-speaking driver.
“We had a friendly and knowledgeable guide who went above and beyond to show us their city. Would recommend.”
Review of a private Riga day trip to Lithuania’s Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace, and Bauska Castle, with practical costs and timing.
“Our driver was excellent and let us go at our own pace. We used to use group tours but they are rushed and you don't get to learn the history behind different things as they rush you. We cannot recommend this service enough and will book the same driver for different tours in the future.”
Review of Riga’s private 45-minute boat tour on the City Canal and Daugava, with route details, value advice, rules, and booking tips.
“This private boat tour was in a lovely new boat with a charming captain who told us all about the sights. He was caring when helping elderly on board. Highly recommend to everyone! Far better then other group boat tours and similar price.”
Review of Riga’s private Old Town photoshoot tour, with local insight, 30 to 50 edited photos, route details, price, and booking advice.
“Wonderful experience with Uri. He is very knowledgeable about the city and the camera. We shot in a dozen places in the old city. Highly recommend this tour.”
Review of Riga’s private one-hour beer bike tour, with Old Town views, music, a sober guide, practical tips, price, and drawbacks.
“Anna was amazing. The whole team were not only swiftly responsive with any query but super friendly. Outstanding experience.”
Review of Riga Airport’s private hotel transfer, with meet-and-greet pickup, English-speaking drivers, comfort, price, tips, and booking advice.
“Oskar our driver was very polite and friendly. The car was very clean and comfortable. Oscar gave us a mini guide, pointing out places of interest and some historical facts.”
Review of Riga Airport private transfer: meet-and-greet pickup, 30-minute hotel ride, WiFi, water, luggage help, and flexible group travel.
“Driver was timely, courteous and friendly. Would highly recommend. He spoke English very well and gave us some suggestions on things to do.”
Compare Bauska Castle and Rundāle Palace on a private Riga day trip with hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, and practical tips.
“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.”
Explore Riga’s Old Town, Art Nouveau streets, Central Market, and major landmarks on a flexible private tour with hotel pickup.
“This was an amazing private tour. We have been to Riga before but never had a proper tour. We are so thankful to Erlens for sharing his knowledge about Riga and history of Latvia. It was definitely worth the time and money. Erlens is fluent in English and took his time to walk us through highlights of Riga at a good pace. We saw more than we ever did before. Thank you Erlens for an amazing time and your attention to detail. Thank you for prompt pick up at the hotel and drop off. We will absolutely recommend this tour!”
Review of the private Riga to Hill of Crosses transfer, with hotel pickup, English-speaking driver, free site time, value, and practical tips.
“An eery but interesting place to visit. Literally 1000’s of crosses. Different stories for reason of its origin all fascinating. Guide who drove us there was very informative. Lots of other facts and interests shared with us along the route too. .”
Explore Jūrmala, fishing villages, the Baltic coast, and Ķemeri National Park on a private full-day trip from Riga.
“A very beautiful outing to gorgeous places outside Riga. Recommend it highly. What more can I say it?”
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