The 11 Best Gauja National Park Tours

1.Private Sigulda, Turaida, and Gauja National Park Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 108 reviews · 5 hours · from $130Our pick

Travel from Riga or Jurmala in a private van with guides such as Armands or Diana. In five hours, visit Gauja National Park, Sigulda's castles, Gutman's Cave, and Turaida Castle. Add a cable-car ride or wine tasting if time and interest allow.

“We had a great day with Armands! Very nice guy, with lots of information. He was very friendly and knowledgable. I recommend taking a trip out with him for a good day.”

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2.Hike In Gauja National Park – Up And Down The Switzerland Of Latvia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $138Top rated

Leave Riga at 9:00 for a guided hike in Gauja National Park, Latvia’s Little Switzerland. With guides such as Lauris and Valdis, you’ll walk forest paths, riverbanks, bridges, caves, sandstone carvings, and steep viewpoints before returning by private transport.

“A lovely (if tiring!) hike in the national park. Some lovely scenery, knowledgeable stories about the local area and some delicious homemade tea. We had a great day and would definitely recommend!”

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3.Discover Best of Sigulda and Gauja National Park In One Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 8 hours · from $253

Travel from Riga with guide Rolands for a full day of Gauja National Park walks, river views, caves, castles, and local history around Sigulda, Krimulda, and Turaida. Expect 10 to 15 km of walking, flexible routing for groups of two or more, and lunch at your own cost.

“We liked the trip very much. We started the day with a walk around the Gauja National Park, which delighted us with its views. Lunch was planned in a very nice place and it was very tasty. Then we went towards the castle and we stopped at the viewing point. We also loved the peaceful surroundings. The trip is perfect for people who want to take a break from the noise of the city. In these few hours you can calm down and spend a nice time close to nature. The guide is a true professional. A perfectly balanced dose of knowledge and a sense of humor. We had a…”

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4.Hiking in Gauja National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $120Best value

Leave Riga with a private guide such as Krista, Janis, or Yanis for a 12-kilometer hike in Gauja National Park. Expect forest paths, caves, castle ruins, stairs, picnic time, and optional cable-car, zipline, or castle visits at your own cost.

“This is a really beautiful hike and can be customized based on what activities you would like to do. It does involve some climbing stairs but is such a beautiful part of Latvia. Janis told us a lot about the country and the area as well as educating is about the natural parts of the forest. It is definitely worth getting out of Riga and seeing some of the natural beauty. The communication was great and the transport was easy and Janis customized the trip based on what we were interested in along the way. We also did the cable car to get a great view.”

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5.One-Day Kayaking Trip in Gauja River Valley

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $288

Set out from Riga for an eight-hour kayaking day in Gauja National Park. Paddle a two-seat kayak or three-seat canoe through forest, sandstone cliffs, and calm river stretches with a local guide such as Rolands or Valters. Transport, gear, preparation, and Latvian snacks are included.

“The experience was truly amazing. Everything was perfectly organized. We enjoyed all aspects of the tour, the kayaking, the mesmerizing views of the cliffs from the river as well as the tasty picknick. However, the best part was the professional accompaniment by Rolands who impressed us with his profound knowledge of Latvian nature as well as all other subjects of interest.”

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6.Discover Best Of Gauja National Park In One Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $258

Leave Riga with guide Rolands or Volters for an 8-hour Gauja National Park outing. You’ll walk 8 to 12 km on seasonal forest trails, visit Krimulda manor and Turaida Museum Reserve, and learn about Latvian nature and medieval history. Pickup, transport, and Turaida admission are included.

“We had a wonderful trip with Rolands. He is such a friendly person, a terrific guide, and is very knowledgeable about the area’s significance and history. I would gladly book another trip with him!”

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7.Full-Day Scenic Gauja River Valley Kayaking Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 8 hours · from $306

Join Ronalds or Inga for an eight-hour Gauja Valley kayaking day from Riga. Paddle 15 to 20 kilometers through forest, steep banks, and sandstone cliffs, then finish in Sigulda. The route can be shortened, and hotel pickup, equipment, and return transport are included.

“Roland was my tour guide again and just like last time it was a lot of fun and hard work. I like Kayaking a lot but never had I travelled so far and worked so hard before doing this; by the end I was exhausted, but it was well worth it! and fortunately I didn't have do it alone. The river valley is beautiful and atmosphere is so peaceful. Perfect day, even if I was very sore afterwards.”

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8.Day trip to Gauja National Park: animals, castles and a cave

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $178

Travel from Riga with an English-speaking guide such as Lauris or Valdis to Līgatne Nature Trails, a 19th-century papermill village, Sigulda’s castle complex, and Gutman’s Cave. The seven-hour trip includes transport and trail admission, with lunch left to you.

“A nice way to explore Gauja National park and spend a day closer to nature outside of Riga. We saw the bear, deers, wild boar etc ad promised. Valdis, our tour guide was very nice and informative. We enjoyed our hiking tour with him as well as it was a nice group we had on that day.”

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9.Private Full-Day Hiking Tour in Sigulda and Gauja National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $195

Spend about eight hours with a private guide exploring Sigulda and Gauja National Park. Walk through forests, meadows, and the Gauja River valley, visit Livonian castle ruins and Gutmanis Cave, then pause at Krimulda manor. Pickup, transport, and admission fees are included. Bring snacks and sturdy shoes.

“This day was excellent value; a deeply informative way to explore Latvia's healthy and biodiverse countryisde, whilst staying safe in it's endless bogs and forests. Rihard is a thoroughly likeable guide, keen to bring to life Latvia's rich cultural history, and to tailor the tour to your specific interests. A surprise picnic was a really lovely idea and we enjoyed some of Latvia's favorite foods. We were thoroughly entertained and fit a lot into the day. Our teens loved the floating boardwalk and we came away with some great family shots. Remember your binoculars; apart from many species of dragonfly, we saw lesser-spotted eagle, red-backed shrike, red-breasted flycatcher, marsh harrier…”

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10.Full Day Gauja National Park Ultimate Hiking & Sightseeing Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $289

Join eco-guides Rolands or Volters for a small-group day from Riga into Gauja National Park. Hike forest trails, practice forest bathing, sample local snacks and drinks, visit Līgatne, Cēsis Castle, and Ērgļu Cliffs. The pace suits active visitors who want nature, history, and local flavor in one outing.

“Two passionate tour guide, with detailed guide about the plants and Latvia history.”

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11.Latvia’s Switzerland and Gauja National Park Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $133

Join Armands Latvia Guide for a private 5.5-hour trip from Riga into Gauja National Park. See Sigulda New Castle, medieval ruins, Gutmanis Cave, Turaida Castle, and Krimulda Manor, with castle views, local berry wine tasting, and pickup from your hotel or apartment.

“The activity was excellent, the guide was very lively and took us to very beautiful places. Too bad that because of a bored tourist she limited our visits and time in the places”

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