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Private Tour Medieval Gems of Kuldīga Sabile and Kandava Towns

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10 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Discover Kuldīga, Sabile, and Kandava, three of the best-preserved medieval towns in Latvia. Each town boasts a unique historic and cozy charm, making them unmissable destinations on your journey.
Start with the major highlight of the trip - Kuldīga town. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site with an exceptionally well-preserved medieval town. Discover the widest waterfall in Europe - Ventas Rumba. Take a refreshing dip in it on a hot summer day, and admire the unique Kuldīga Brick Bridge. During the springtime, you might be lucky enough to see local fish, vimba, swimming to their spawning grounds and jumping upstream here. Consider an optional visit to the Live museum-Ancient Kuldigas story or proceed directly to the next medieval town Sabile famous for its northernmost vineyard Sabile Wine Hill and breathtaking views over Abava River Valley Nature Park. Complete the tour with a photo stop at Kandava town and around one one-hour hike on the unique Čužu Bog Nature Trail near this town.

What's Included

  • Learning about Latvian nature, culture, and traditions on your way
  • Improv-travel tour (for 2 people and more)
  • Pick up from your hotel in Riga or Jūrmala and drop off
  • Food & drinks
  • Insurance
  • Any other items not specified as included
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Meeting and Pickup

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We will pick you up from your hotel or another location in Riga City or Jūrmala Town. Depending on the number and location of the guests in the group the pickup time may vary from 8:00 am to 8:30 am. The total duration of the tour (around 10 hours) includes the transfer time from Riga and Jūrmala (around 3,5 hours altogether).

What To Expect

Kuldiga

After a roughly 2-hour drive from Riga to Western Latvia (Courland), including a coffee stop and enjoying beautiful views on the way, arrive at the picturesque medieval town of Kuldiga. It's no coincidence that it's now a UNESCO World Heritage site. Take a stroll through the narrow streets of this exceptionally well-preserved medieval town. Have lunch in one of the cozy restaurants of Kuldīga town.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Venta Rapid Waterfall

Visit Ventas Rumba, Europe's widest waterfall, where you can admire the famous Kuldiga bridge and soak in the stunning scenery. If you're lucky enough to visit in spring, you might see local fish, vimba, swimming to their spawning grounds and jumping upstream in Ventas Rumba. On warm summer days, don't miss a refreshing swim in Ventas Rumba.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Live museum-Ancient Kuldigas story

If you're interested, you can extend your visit with an optional trip to the Live Museum, where you'll learn about Kuldiga's history and the Courland Duchy. Please note that this will add an hour to your trip. You can choose this visit in place of one of the following destinations listed on the itinerary.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Sabile

Sabile is the next picturesque small town in Kurzeme or Courland. Take a stroll around the charming narrow streets of this historic town and enjoy the stunning views of the Abava River Valley from the top of Sabile Hillfort. Sabile is also known as the town with the biggest minority of gypsies in Latvia.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sabile Wine Mountain

Discover the renowned Sabile Wine Hill (an optional visit). It is featured in the Guinness World Records as the northernmost vineyard. Perched above Sabile Town, the hill offers a breathtaking panorama of the Abava Valley and the charming town below. Buy some local wines and some amazing local ciders in the local shop.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kandava

Take the next stop in Kandava Town. Kandava is one of the most beautiful towns in Latvia. Its history dates back to 1230. Take a late afternoon-evening walk on its narrow and tranquil streets and visit Kandava church hill and old Kandava castle ruins. From here have the last view of the beautiful Abava River Valley.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Čužu bog nature trail

Before heading back to Riga, enjoy a hike along the beautiful Abava River in the Čužu purvs Nature Reserve. Explore the scenic valley and rare wetland habitats. Keep an eye out for hidden sulfur springs adding to the natural allure. And if you visit in the summer (from June to August), you might see the bog blooming with yellow flowers called "krūmu čuža" in Latvian adding a touch of magic to your adventure.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The total duration of the tour (around 10 hours) includes the transfer time from Riga and Jūrmala (around 3,5 hours altogether).
  • IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE: Please be advised that while we prioritize the safety of our participants throughout this tour, it is important to acknowledge that all outdoor activities and transfers inherently carry a degree of risk for unforeseeable accidents. Neither our company nor your designated tour guide assumes liability for any such incidents that may occur during the tour. Hence, we strongly recommend that you ensure adequate insurance coverage, including provisions for adventure activities, prior to participating in the tour.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour Medieval Gems of Kuldīga Sabile and Kandava Towns?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Learning about Latvian nature, culture, and traditions on your way
  • Improv-travel tour (for 2 people and more)
  • Pick up from your hotel in Riga or Jūrmala and drop off
  • Photos
  • Professional tour leader
  • Transfer from/to your hotel in Riga or Jūrmala (around 3.5 hours total transfer time for this tour)
  • Around 6 hours guided tour to Kuldīga, Sabile & Kuldīga towns
  • Food & drinks
  • Insurance
  • Any other items not specified as included
  • Entry fee in Kuldīga Live Museum (optional visit, ticket 6 EUR per person)
  • Entry fee in Sabile Vine Hill (optional visit, adults 1,50 EUR, children 0,70 EUR))

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The total duration of the tour (around 10 hours) includes the transfer time from Riga and Jūrmala (around 3,5 hours altogether).
  • IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE: Please be advised that while we prioritize the safety of our participants throughout this tour, it is important to acknowledge that all outdoor activities and transfers inherently carry a degree of risk for unforeseeable accidents. Neither our company nor your designated tour guide assumes liability for any such incidents that may occur during the tour. Hence, we strongly recommend that you ensure adequate insurance coverage, including provisions for adventure activities, prior to participating in the tour.

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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