januarya2013, Jul 2026
Outstanding Tour of Latvia & Lithuania with an Amazing Guide
This was, without a doubt, one of the best shore excursions we’ve ever taken.Our guide, Martins, was exceptional. He was professional, kind, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about making our day perfect. He picked us up promptly at the cruise port, and from the moment we met him, everything was seamless. Throughout the day, he shared fascinating information about Latvia and Lithuania, their history, culture, and landmarks, making the long drives enjoyable and educational.Our itinerary included the breathtaking Hill of Crosses, where we had plenty of time to explore this unique and moving place. We also stopped for a delicious traditional Lithuanian lunch at Forrest Restaurant, where we enjoyed excellent cepelinai and beef Stroganoff. In the afternoon, we toured the magnificent Rundāle Palace, one of the most beautiful palaces we’ve visited in Europe.The best surprise came because we were ahead of schedule. Martins added several bonus photo stops around Riga, allowing us to see the stunning House of the Blackheads, St. Peter’s Church, Riga Cathedral (Dome Church), the Freedom Monument, the beautiful Art Nouveau district, and even the world’s largest helicopter. These unexpected additions made an already wonderful tour even more memorable.Most importantly, Martins made sure we returned to our cruise ship with plenty of time to spare, so we never felt rushed or worried about getting back to port.If you’re visiting Riga on a cruise and want to experience both Latvia and Lithuania in a single day, I cannot recommend this tour highly enough. It was well organized, comfortable, informative, and filled with unforgettable sights. Martins was the best guide we could have hoped for, and this was truly the best tour of our Baltic cruise.
