Sigulda and Local Food Tasting - Baltic Nature Travel

Hiking Adventure in Sigulda and Local Food Tasting

private tour

Hiking Adventure in Sigulda and Local Food Tasting

Approx. 7 hours

15 km

SIGULDA, Latvia

April - October

Start time: 9 am

Program

Would you like to explore the beauty of Latvian nature, richness of cultural heritage and support local farmers by trying out fresh food from the market? Then this hiking tour is for you! We have an exciting adventure in mind – a short exploration of the Riga Central Market, a 15 km long hiking tour in Sigulda and a picnic with local goods from the market.

First, you will go to the Riga Central Market, one of the largest markets in Europe, where you will have an opportunity to support Latvian farmers by buying fresh and tasty goods for your traditional lunch. Your guide will tell you about the different local products and the history of farming in Latvia. Next, you will take a train or a public bus to Sigulda and experience a sustainable way of traveling together with locals. Then you will hit the hiking trail and start your adventures in nature. Sigulda, once known as a summer resort, is famous for countless hiking trails that go up and down the banks of the Gauja River, romantic castles and manors, some of the most scenic landscapes in Latvia, impressive sandstone outcrops and the largest cave in the Baltics. On this hiking tour you will have a chance to see it all: lovely hiking paths through the woods, Emperor’s View, Devil’s Rock, Pikene Cliff, Krimulda Manor and Medieval Castle Ruins, Gutman’s Cave, Sigulda Medieval Castle Ruins and New Castle. During the picnic you will have an opportunity to try out what you have bought in the Riga Central Market and get to know the culture via your taste buds, at the same time supporting local farmers.

The hiking trail is well-established, but it requires rather good physical shape as it involves a lot of climbing up and down. The hike takes about six hours.

We will meet in front of the Origo Clock (Riga Central Station), visit the Riga Central Market and take a train or a public bus to Sigulda together.

When booking the hike, please, let us know if you have any food allergies.

The tour was developed with our partner – Positive Impact Tourism

Highlights

Riga central market and degustation of local products
Sigulda town and ancient castle ruins
Primeval Gauja River valley
Gutman Cave – the biggest cave in the Baltics

Meeting point

Origo Clock (Riga Central Station), address: Stacijas laukums 2, Riga, Latvia

*Note:
Please dress accordingly to the weather conditions, wear appropriate footwear (sandals or hiking shoes depending on weather conditions would be ideal).

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Private tour price

1-person group: 160€

2 – 2 person group: 190€

3 – 3 person group: 220€

4 – 4 person group: 250€

5 – 5 person group: 280€

6 – 6 person group: 310€

7 – 7 person group: 340€

8 – 8 person group: 370€

Included

English-speaking guide
Train / bus tickets
Tasty surprise
Route planning
Taxes

Not included

Local products from the Riga Central Market

Suggested for comfort

water & snacks for personal usage
comfortable boots & rain jacket
extra socks

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Based on 3 reviews

Michael Warden

2024-06-15T13:26:11+0000

Valdis took my wife and I in June 2024 from Riga to Kuldiga to see the Venta waterfalls. He told us a lot of... interesting information and gave me the inspiration to walk across the falls. He was very considerate regarding the time to spend at each location and the speed of walking through the township. I would recommend this tour for anyone wanting to see the Latvian countryside - we really enjoyed the tour with Valdis - Thank you very much.read more

Dona Zavislan

2023-09-25T14:40:43+0000

I loved this tour and it was a highlight of my five days in Latvia. After spending a few days in Riga, I wanted to... explore more of the country and do some hiking. I considered renting a car for the day, but this tour provided just what I was looking for and so much more without the expense and hassle of a car rental and figuring out where to go. I was picked up and dropped off at my hotel and was able to enjoy the drive and an opportunity to see area surrounding Riga. Guide Valdis is a native Latvian and has a lot of experience hiking and much knowledge about the area and Latvia. The 15 K hike was rigorous, but doable. I found the park gorgeous and peaceful. We hiked through a forest, along the river, crossed bridges, explored caves and sandstone carvings and passed other notable places. Valdis made the hike very interesting with stories and he pointed out other activities available in this beautiful park and surrounding area. We stopped midday for a lovely picnic. Valdis also gave me information about other places to consider exploring in Latvia. A perfect day and I highly recommend this tour.read more

Tom Moore

2022-11-19T14:17:21+0000

Had a fantastic hike with Valdis today. He's really friendly and knowledgeable. I highly recommend him.

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