Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Hill of Crosses is a truly unique site which will take your breath away! It is is a site of pilgrimage dating back to 1830ties when people started to place crosses here to pray for their loved ones they've lost in the battles (Lithuanian - Polish commonwealth uprising against Russian Empire).
In Soviet times this place served as a peaceful protest action against Soviet regime as they tried to destroy the place many times while locals kept coming back and placing more crosses all the time.
The Hill of Crosses was visited by Pope John Paul II back in 1993 and since then this place has become very popular - not only between locals but also tourists from all over the world!
Don't be intimidated by the fact that it is a pilgrimage site. Even if you're not religious, please note that everyone is welcome to visit this beautiful sight as long as you respect everyone else visiting it!
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WiFi on board
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
We will pick you up from any central location in Riga.
Traveler pickup
Rīgas jūras pasažieru ostas, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia
Eleja, Eleja, Latvia A border crossing between Latvia and Lithuania - optional stop for a photo. 5 minutes
Kryziu Kalnas, Jurgaiciai, Lithuania A guided tour of the Hill of Crosses so we can explain the history and legends of the place. Also, we will point out details in some crosses which will change how you look at the hill afterwards. 30 minutes
Kryziu Kalnas, Jurgaiciai, Lithuania Free time to explore the place by yourselves. Take it all in, enjoy the moment and of course - take loads of stunning photos! 60 minutes
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
ESTravellerLittle
18 Oct 2024
A bit of a depressing and crumbling place. Definitely a meaningful place for deeply religious people. Rather not for visiting with with fickle children.
Justin B
23 Aug 2024
I had such a wonderful day with Krista exploring Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace, and even adding in a Riga city tour!
Krista was such a patient, kind, and just all around great companion all day and I highly recommend going on any tour with her or her team!
I fell in love with Riga’s architecture and quirky public art, enjoyed walking amongst the countless crosses in Lithuania (easy border crossing by the way!), and savored the blooming roses in the Rundale Palace (Baltic’s own Versailles with much less crowds!)
Riga was not at the top of my list of cities to visit, but thanks to my new found appreciation because of Krista’s love of her own country, I’m excited to return one of these days!
Nivira F
20 Jul 2024
As a Cristian-Catholic, it was a pleasure seeing this hill full of crosses, you think that there is already many crosses but whilst you keep walking deep into the hill you will find much more.
It is very beautiful to see that there is also the Air Baltic and Spanish military has left a cross for their fallen soldiers!
Definitely a beautiful place to visit!
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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