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Spend a full day seeing two Baltic landmarks: the moving Hill of Crosses near Šiauliai and the lavish Rundāle Palace in Latvia. This vehicle-led day trip blends history, architecture, and accessible walking at both sites.
Spend a full day seeing two Baltic landmarks: the moving Hill of Crosses near Šiauliai and the lavish Rundāle Palace in Latvia. This vehicle-led day trip blends history, architecture, and accessible walking at both sites.
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Operated by Baltia Tour · Vilnius, Vilnius County
You step into a day that feels like two countries in motion: morning mist lifts from flat Lithuanian fields as the minivan threads toward the Hill of Crosses, and by afternoon the baroque facades of Rundāle Palace rise against a broad Latvian sky.
easy.
7–10 hours.
Suitable for travelers comfortable with short walks (15–30 minutes) and long periods seated in a vehicle
Both Lithuania and Latvia are in Schengen; most EU citizens and Schengen visa holders can cross without additional visas. Non-EU travelers should confirm visa requirements in advance.
No extensive hiking—expect short, mostly flat walks up to 30 minutes at the Hill of Crosses and around the palace grounds; paths can be gravel or grass.
Yes, the tour accepts mobile or paper tickets with instant confirmation at booking.
The tour lists wheelchair-accessible transport and surfaces in main viewing areas, but some uneven ground at the Hill of Crosses may limit access; check with the operator for specific needs.
The Hill of Crosses grew after the 1831 uprising as families memorialized lost loved ones; Rundāle Palace was commissioned in the 18th century by the Dukes of Courland and designed by Rastrelli.
Both sites manage visitor impact—stay on paths at the palace and avoid disturbing memorials at the Hill to preserve cultural and ecological values.
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