12 days in Latvia Itinerary

Sigulda is a town in the Vidzeme Region of Latvia, 53km from the capital city Riga.OverviewSigulda is on a picturesque stretch of the primeval Gauja river valley. You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Turaida Castle and Cesis Medieval Castle. Venture out of the city with trips to Sietiniezis Rock (in Valmiera) and ZINOO Cesis (in Cesis). Spend the 27th (Sun) exploring nature at Gauja National Park. There's lots more to do: appreciate the extensive heritage of Castle Of The Livonian Order In Sigulda, take in the dramatic natural features at Raganu katls, get great views at Keizarkresls un keizarskats, and explore the fascinating underground world of Gutman's Cave.

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Philadelphia, USA to Sigulda is an approximately 17.5-hour combination of flight and car. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time to Eastern European Standard Time is 7 hours. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Philadelphia in June: high temperatures in Sigulda hover around 69°F and lows are around 53°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Mon) so you can drive to Riga.

Often referred to as "The Paris of the North," Riga offers thriving nightlife and some of the best collections of Art Nouveau architecture in Europe.

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Jurmala Beach and Latvian Ethnographic Open Air Museum. Venture out of the city with trips to Bauska (Bauskas Sveta Gara Evangeliski Luteriska Baznica & Bauska Castle), Rundāle Palace (in Pilsrundale) and Jomas iela (in Jurmala). The adventure continues: don't miss a visit to Old City Riga (Vecriga), take in the spiritual surroundings of Riga Cathedral, admire the landmark architecture of House Of The Black Heads, and take a peaceful walk through Dzintari Forest Park.

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Traveling by car from Sigulda to Riga takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In June, daily temperatures in Riga can reach 69°F, while at night they dip to 53°F. On the 5th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.