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Self-Drive Tours in the Baltics: Why It’s the Best Way to Travel?

Follow a pre-arranged travel itinerary to discover the most hidden places in Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia by choosing our self-drive tours in the Baltics!

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Best Hikes in Europe
Gauja National Park: One of the Best Hiking Destinations in Europe

Have you ever heard of the Gauja National Park? Most likely not, but then you have missed out on one of the best hiking destinations in Europe where one can wander around for days or even weeks, still amazed by biological diversity, cultural richness and beauty of the surroundings.

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Cēsis: a medieval gemstone

Cesis is a medieval gemstone and the third oldest town in Latvia. It attracts tourists with lovely streets and the beauty of natural treasures in the Gauja National Park. Charming ruins of the medieval castle invite you to explore the history and feel the medieval spirit in a candle light.

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Kuldīga: a Perfect Place for Romantics

Kuldīga is one of the most romantic towns in Latvia with wonderful cobblestone streets, lovely houses and red-tile roofs. As the Alekšupīte River circles around the old town, many travelers compare Kuldīga to Venice.

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Top 5 cities in Latvia - a guide through the highlights and alternative things to do

Get inspired and discover Latvia! We have put together a guide through the highlights and alternative things to do in 5 “must see” cities in Latvia.

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The best snacks for hiking in the Baltics

Have you ever wondered what to take for your meal on a hike? If you are in the Baltics and you are having this question, then in this article you can find some ideas and explanations why certain products are the best.

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How to find the best hiking route in the Baltics
How to find the best hiking route in the Baltics

From my experience, I will explain, how to find the best hiking paths in the Baltics and as well share with you my favorite ones.

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Coastal Hiking from Pāvilosta
Desolate and Meditative 46 km along the Baltic Sea: Coastal Hiking from Pāvilosta to Užava, Latvia

I have hiked the entire Latvian coastline of the Baltic Sea, about 500 km, and I can say with certainty – the route from Pāvilosta to Užava is the most desolate part of our seaside offering. A meditative hiking experience. This is a perfect hike for anyone who wants to feel the majesty of nature, experience a few days without civilization, an empty mind and blend with the sea and the wind.

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Best kayaking destinations
Best kayaking destinations in the Baltics

Every summer with friends we plan a kayaking trip, it is like a routine already and in this article, I want to share with you my favorite kayaking destinations that I like to return and experience again and again.

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Tours private vs group
Guided hiking tours: private vs group

In this article I share some knowledge related to the guided private and group hiking tours from my own experience working as a tour guide.

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Best Hikes in Europe
Gauja National Park: One of the Best Hiking Destinations in Europe

Have you ever heard of the Gauja National Park? Most likely not, but then you have missed out on one of the best hiking destinations in Europe where one can wander around for days or even weeks, still amazed by biological diversity, cultural richness and beauty of the surroundings.

Read More...
Coastal Hiking from Pāvilosta
Desolate and Meditative 46 km along the Baltic Sea: Coastal Hiking from Pāvilosta to Užava, Latvia

I have hiked the entire Latvian coastline of the Baltic Sea, about 500 km, and I can say with certainty – the route from Pāvilosta to Užava is the most desolate part of our seaside offering. A meditative hiking experience. This is a perfect hike for anyone who wants to feel the majesty of nature, experience a few days without civilization, an empty mind and blend with the sea and the wind.

Read More...
Cēsis: a medieval gemstone

Cesis is a medieval gemstone and the third oldest town in Latvia. It attracts tourists with lovely streets and the beauty of natural treasures in the Gauja National Park. Charming ruins of the medieval castle invite you to explore the history and feel the medieval spirit in a candle light.

Read More...
Best kayaking destinations
Top 6 kayaking destinations in the Baltics

Every summer with friends we plan a kayaking trip, it is like a routine already and in this article, I want to share with you my top 6 favorite kayaking destinations that I like to return and experience again and again.

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Kuldīga: a Perfect Place for Romantics

Kuldīga is one of the most romantic towns in Latvia with wonderful cobblestone streets, lovely houses and red-tile roofs. As the Alekšupīte River circles around the old town, many travelers compare Kuldīga to Venice.

Read More...
Tours private vs group
Guided hiking tours: private vs group

In this article I share some knowledge related to the guided private and group hiking tours from my own experience working as a tour guide.

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The best snacks for hiking in the Baltics

Have you ever wondered what to take for your meal on a hike? If you are in the Baltics and you are having this question, then in this article you can find some ideas and explanations why certain products are the best.

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How to find the best hiking route in the Baltics
How to find the best hiking route in the Baltics

From my experience, I will explain, how to find the best hiking paths in the Baltics and as well share with you my favorite ones.

Read More...
Best kayaking destinations
Top 6 kayaking destinations in the Baltics

Every summer with friends we plan a kayaking trip, it is like a routine already and in this article, I want to share with you my top 6 favorite kayaking destinations that I like to return and experience again and again.

Read More...
Tours private vs group
Guided hiking tours: private vs group

In this article I share some knowledge related to the guided private and group hiking tours from my own experience working as a tour guide.

Read More...
The best snacks for hiking in the Baltics

Have you ever wondered what to take for your meal on a hike? If you are in the Baltics and you are having this question, then in this article you can find some ideas and explanations why certain products are the best.

Read More...
Tours private vs group
Guided hiking tours: private vs group

In this article I share some knowledge related to the guided private and group hiking tours from my own experience working as a tour guide.

Read More...
How to find the best hiking route in the Baltics
How to find the best hiking route in the Baltics

From my experience, I will explain, how to find the best hiking paths in the Baltics and as well share with you my favorite ones.

Read More...
The best snacks for hiking in the Baltics

Have you ever wondered what to take for your meal on a hike? If you are in the Baltics and you are having this question, then in this article you can find some ideas and explanations why certain products are the best.

Read More...
Best kayaking destinations
Top 6 kayaking destinations in the Baltics

Every summer with friends we plan a kayaking trip, it is like a routine already and in this article, I want to share with you my top 6 favorite kayaking destinations that I like to return and experience again and again.

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SisterBliss66
SisterBliss66
2024-11-02
Great day out - lovely walk in Gauja - Līgatne trail - in the crisp autumn air followed by the paper mill. Then on to Sigulda Castle and Gutman Cave. Valdis was very knowledgeable and we had some interesting conversations about the places visited, history, culture and lots more besides. Friendly guy, fluent in English. It was awesome getting out of Riga to see more of the country.
Jane Bower
Jane Bower
2024-09-30
My partner and I (69 and 75) are just back from a 17 day self-drive tour put together with the help of Valdis from Baltic Nature Travel. It was an absolutely delightful and fascinating experience. We asked for quirky or unusual accommodation and a mix of hotels and self-catering - great fun. We went at our own pace and chose what to see. Everything was beautifully organised - a couple of small hitches were dealt with straight away on the phone. We are well-travelled but didn't know these stunning countries at all. Our overall impression is CLEAN and GREEN. Thank you, thank you for such a unique and special holiday.
Andrew Golding
Andrew Golding
2024-09-16
First Class Personal Tour of the Baltic Republics organised by Valdis: a bespoke, friendly, intelligent, safe and varied introduction to this wonderful part of the world. Wholly recommended.
David Morris
David Morris
2024-09-10
Excellent booking experience - very easy and all the information we needed. Hire car arrived at the hotel as arranged and the handover was excellent. All the hotels that were booked for us were great and the itinerary was really wide-ranging and interesting. Estonia people were almost always friendly and helpful, and the restaurant food was great. Would definitely recommend Baltic Nature Travel and Estonia as a destination
Karen Green
Karen Green
2024-07-23
Valdis, the owner of Baltic Nature Travel, is a terrific tour organizer. His advance communication and arrangements were unfailingly responsive, prompt and helpful. On the trip, we had different guides as well as drivers in the different cities (Vilnius, Riga and Tallinn.) In each case, they were well-informed and on time at the meeting point. We never needed to worry or contact the guide (though we were provided with their information.) Every hotel Valdis chose for us was of a very good standard, well-run, clean, exceptionally well located, and with wonderful breakfasts. The restaurants he recommended were also excellent – we learned to just go where he suggested! The tour was an exceptionally good value. In sum, we couldn’t have been more pleased. Our trip was wonderful and we left wanting to see more of the Baltics' beauty. If we do go again, we would unquestionably work with Valdis. In the meantime, we will recommend him to all of our friends.
Lucía Gómez
Lucía Gómez
2024-07-17
Fantastic Self-Guided Hiking Experience! We recently completed a self-guided hike in Gauja National Park, which was wonderful. The trails were serene, and we rarely encountered other hikers. The provided materials and app were excellent and highly accurate. The hotels, luggage transfer, and overall transportation arrangements were flawless. Highly recommend this experience!
Paul Green
Paul Green
2024-07-12
Anna Brish was a fantastic tour guide for understanding Jewish history and culture in Vilnius. She was friendly, deeply knowledgeable, eager to answer our questions and accommodate our specific interests. Anna does other tours and we would take any of them, she’s amazing!
James Cornez
James Cornez
2024-07-11
Myself and my best friend came across this company whilst researching options to travel in Latvia and we are very pleased we did. Valdis was very amenable during the planning process by arranging video calls with both of us so we could better understand what was on offer for us to do. He compiled an 8 day itinerary for us that did not disappoint starting in Riga for 2 days. We paid for an optional 3hr walking tour which was very worthwhile to see the main sites of the city. Janis took us on the tour who is a great guy that gives you plenty of interesting information, ready to answer any questions regarding Latvian history/culture. We chose the self driving option to see as much of Latvia as possible which I would definitely recommend if you want to have more than just a city break. It took us to varied places ranging from the heavily forested and pretty areas of Sigulda (where we did a fun kayaking tour on the Gauja river) and Cesis to the pleasant coastal cities of Liepaja and Ventspills. Overall, definitely the company to approach if you want to authentically explore Latvia!
Esther A
Esther A
2024-06-21
Valdis and his team helped us to organise a guided 16 day trip across Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia and Helsinki. We had a very enjoyable experience! Coming from Singapore and not knowing Valdis beforehand, we were initially worried about language and logistical challenges. All these were unfounded as Valdis and his guides were not only knowledgeable but also responsive, helpful and flexible. We had some minor hiccups during the trip but Valdis was able to resolve them very promptly. I would highly recommend engaging Valdis for your next trip!
Annette Ihrman
Annette Ihrman
2024-06-16
The tour was very versatile and a good addition to our trip to Riga. We can recommend it!

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