Top 15 Private Tours in Latvia

Riga: Private Sigulda, Turaida, and Gauja National Park Tour - Sigulda, the so-called Switzerland of Latvia

★★★★★★★★★★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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Private Riga Old Town Walking Tour

2.Private Riga Old Town Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) Top rated

This 1-hour-45-minute private walk takes you from the Latvian National Opera through Riga’s Old Town to the House of the Black Heads. Expect exterior views of seven landmarks, stories about Latvia’s independence and Soviet past, and time to ask questions. Guides may include Edvards, Kaspars, Eva, Santa, or Rihards.

“Edvards provided a terrific tour of Riga, somehow managing to capture and convey the complex history of this nation both efficiently and humorously. We learned a great deal and enjoyed this tour, one of the best we have ever had. 100% recommend.”

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Private Full-Day Trip to Turaida, Sigulda, and Cesis

3.Private Full-Day Trip to Turaida, Sigulda, and Cesis

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 52 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.)

Leave Riga at 10:00 for a private day through Latvia’s Gauja region. Your driver-guide, often Normunds, Jurijs, or Eduards, takes you to Turaida, Sigulda, Cesis, and a bonus stop at Araisi or Zvartes Rock. Expect flexible timing, private transport, and separate castle fees.

“Excellent guide, very knowledgeable and willing to accommodate. It was a terrific tour . The car was very clean and comfortable. The guide took us to a lovely Latvian restaurant for lunch.”

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Ultimate Husky dog sledding experience in Latvia – Private tour from Riga

4.Ultimate Husky dog sledding experience in Latvia – Private tour from Riga

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 45 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $168

Travel from Riga with guides such as Gints, Paul, or Tomass to a coniferous forest for a husky ride, time with the dogs, hot drinks, and a lookout tower walk. Snow turns the sleds into wheeled carts, and private pickup keeps the outing easy.

“Amazing experience The team is incredible and this was an amazing moment I highly recommend, that’s a once in a lifetime experience”

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Private trip – Hill of Crosses / 2 countries in 1 day

5.Private trip – Hill of Crosses / 2 countries in 1 day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $150

Travel privately from Riga to Lithuania with guides such as Krista, Armand, or Elrens. Hear the story behind the Hill of Crosses, spend an hour exploring on your own, and pause at the Latvia-Lithuania border. Bottled water, WiFi, hotel pickup, and an air-conditioned vehicle are included.

“Krista was a wonderful tour guide! Wish we had her to show us around more of Latvia. Hill of crosses is definitely worth the visit. Highly recommend this tour!”

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Full-Day Private Trip to Cesis, Sigulda and Turaida from Riga

6.Full-Day Private Trip to Cesis, Sigulda and Turaida from Riga

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 42 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Travel from Riga by private, air-conditioned minivan to Cesis, Araisi Lake Dwelling Site, Sigulda, and Turaida. Your English-speaking driver handles the route, shares local history, and can suggest lunch stops. Expect about eight hours, walking, stairs, and extra fees for museum admission.

“Guide was responsive, punctual, flexible. Pleasure to travel with. Able to share little nuggets of Latvian life if asked too...”

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Honest tour of Riga with the best private guide in town

7.Honest tour of Riga with the best private guide in town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.)

Join Harijs for a private, flexible walking tour of Riga for up to eight people. You’ll connect the medieval Old Town with Kronvalda Park and the Art Nouveau district, while hearing local stories about Latvia’s culture, politics, architecture, and road to independence.

“Our guide was excellent. The tour was customized to our needs and Harijs was very adaptable since we had a baby with us. My wife is Latvian and she learned a lot from the tour. I would highly recommend his services for anyone looking for a guide of Riga.”

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Private Full-Day Trip to Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace & Bauska

8.Private Full-Day Trip to Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace & Bauska

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

From Riga, your private English-speaking guide takes you across the Lithuanian border to the Hill of Crosses, then back to Latvia for Rundale Palace and Bauska Castle. Expect flexible stop times, hotel pickup, private transport, and a lunch break. Guides including Norman, Normund, Normands, and Andrejs have led this outing.

“The trip was outstanding and the driver was courteous and knowledgeable. Everything on the itinerary was worth seeing, especially the Hill of Crosses. Simply amazing.”

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Private Boat Tour experience in Riga (City Canal and Daugava)

9.Private Boat Tour experience in Riga (City Canal and Daugava)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $29

Join Captain Dāvids aboard a clean private boat from Andrejosta for a 45-minute cruise through Riga’s City Canal and along the Daugava. You’ll see parks, bridges, the Freedom Monument, Central Market, Riga Castle, Ķīpsala, and the National Library, with your own group on board.

“Absolutely brilliantly trip on a private tour. The boat was immaculate and captain very friendly and informative. He started the tour early as we were there well in advance. Could not wish for a better introduction to Riga. Thank you”

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Riga Private Photoshoot Tour

10.Riga Private Photoshoot Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $168

Join Uri Foto for a private 90-minute photoshoot through Riga’s Old Town. Uri guides you to memorable backdrops, shares local stories, and delivers 30 to 50 edited, high-resolution photos within three working days. The tour is offered in English, with Spanish also spoken by Uri.

“Thanks Uri for giving the opportunity to have these amazing memories in pictures of the Lovely City of Riga. Full recommended experience! Se los recomiendo a todos los que visiten Riga y quieran tener una experiencia fotográfica especial (para los hispanohablantes, Uri también habla español, así que estarán en buenas manos).”

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Half-Day Private Trip to Sigulda and Turaida from Riga

11.Half-Day Private Trip to Sigulda and Turaida from Riga

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Travel from Riga by private air-conditioned minivan to Sigulda and Turaida with an English-speaking driver. Explore two medieval castle sites, enjoy Gauja Valley views, and ask about coffee stops, local food, or short detours. Drivers such as Martins, Aldis, and Raivis have provided flexible service.

“Martins was very friendly and knowledgeable. Felt at ease and enjoyed hearing the prospective of a local. Highly recommend touring with him. Able to take at our own pace and avoid the large group from the cruise ship”

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Private Transfer from Riga Airport to Hotel with English speaking driver

12.Private Transfer from Riga Airport to Hotel with English speaking driver

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

Meet an English-speaking driver in Riga Airport’s arrivals hall, then ride privately to your Riga hotel or city address. Drivers such as Oscar, Martin, and Victor help with luggage, share local tips, and provide a clean, air-conditioned car for up to three people.

“He was on time and very personable. Got us to our hotel with no problems with traffic or road conditions.”

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Riga Airport Private Transfer – private group 1 to 8 pax

13.Riga Airport Private Transfer – private group 1 to 8 pax

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $23Best value

Meet your driver inside Riga Airport at the Arrivals exit, then ride privately to your Riga hotel or apartment in about 30 minutes. The service covers one to eight people and includes luggage help, air conditioning, water, WiFi, USB and Type-C charging, and 60 minutes of airport waiting time.

“Driver was timely, courteous and friendly. Would highly recommend. He spoke English very well and gave us some suggestions on things to do.”

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Full-Day Private Trip to Palace and Medieval Castle from Riga

14.Full-Day Private Trip to Palace and Medieval Castle from Riga

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.)

Travel from Riga by private air-conditioned minivan to Bauska Castle and Rundāle Palace. An English-speaking driver handles hotel pickup, local advice, and return transport, while you explore the museums and gardens at your own pace. Entrance fees are extra.

“Very helpful driver, it was unfortunately a rainy start to the day so he took us to buy an umbrella before beginning the tour, mapped out the best route for the poor weather conditions we had and recommended other palaces in the area we may like to visit along the way. Overall a lovely day trip and would do again in hopefully more ideal weather conditions next time!”

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Private Day Trip to Cesis, Sigulda and Turaida Castles

15.Private Day Trip to Cesis, Sigulda and Turaida Castles

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 8 hours

Travel from Riga with a private English or Russian-speaking driver to Cesis, Āraiši, Sigulda, and Turaida. You will visit medieval castles, archaeological sites, and the Gauja River Valley. Drivers such as Martins and Andrés are noted for friendly conversation and useful local advice, but this is not a licensed guided tour.

“It is a very worthly tour if you want to know about Latvian historical places out of Riga, the castles has amazing views and museums. In aditional, Martins is an excelent guide, very kind and all the time we had an interesting conversation, he told me a lot of curious facts about the country and helped me to understand some others I didn’t know, I really enjoyed his company.”

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