Trips to Latvia open up a country of cobbled medieval lanes, deep pine forests and a Baltic coastline most travellers never reach. Come for Riga, stay for the wild edges.
Latvia is the quiet middle of the Baltic trio — a low-lying, forested country where roughly half the land is woodland, laced with rivers, amber-coloured dunes and old Hanseatic towns that traded long before the region modernised. Riga, the capital, is one of Europe's great Art Nouveau cities, its UNESCO-listed Old Town a warren of cobbled lanes, spires and merchant houses. Beyond the capital lies Gauja National Park, castle-topped river gorges, Baltic fishing villages and a coastline most travellers never reach.
Our small group Latvia tours travel as part of a wider Baltic loop, pairing Riga with Estonia and Lithuania in a single fully escorted journey. With a maximum of 12 travellers, an English-speaking tour leader throughout, and characterful 4 and 5-star hotels chosen for location, our Latvia holidays are designed for travellers who want more than a city break. There are no compulsory single supplements on any of our departures.
Latvia
Small-group departures led by local experts, plus private tailor-made itineraries shaped around your interests, pace and dates.
Riga is consistently rated among Europe's finest city-break destinations yet draws a fraction of the visitors that Prague or Budapest attract. Its Art Nouveau architecture is unmatched anywhere on the continent, and its Old Town retains a genuinely lived-in character.
Gauja National Park is less than an hour from central Riga — medieval castles, river gorges, forest trails and a working amber workshop within easy reach of the capital. Latvia packs an unusual diversity of landscape into a small country.
Latvia's history — Hanseatic trading past, German and Soviet occupation, the Singing Revolution and enthusiastic return to Europe — gives any visit a layered context that rewards curious travellers. Our tour leaders bring that story to life throughout the journey.
Latvia sits naturally between Estonia and Lithuania, and experiencing all three Baltic capitals on a single journey is one of the most coherent multi-country itineraries in Europe. Our tours cover all three without rushing.
See itinerariesLatvia rewards travellers who slow down — the best stories are found off the tour-bus route.
From the field
Sweet spot: May
Latvia has a temperate continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers (June–August) are warm, with long daylight hours that are ideal for exploring Riga and the Baltic coast. Late spring and early autumn bring mild temperatures and colourful scenery, making them excellent times for walking in the national parks and river valleys. Winters are cold and often snowy, giving Riga's Old Town a distinctly Baltic atmosphere.
For most travellers, spring and early summer offer the best balance of pleasant weather, fewer crowds and long evenings. Our small-group Latvia tours depart in May and July, taking advantage of the country's most rewarding travel season.
Dispatches, field notes and practical advice from our specialists.
Reviews from across our small-group programme. Independently rated 4.9 Excellent on AITO by 250+ travellers.
“An amazing trip! We had the most amazing holiday — over two weeks we had a taste of the cities, the culture, the mountains, a safari, and time at the beach. Our driver/guide made the whole trip very relaxing, and we were welcomed warmly by everyone we met, enjoying fabulous food and drink along the way. Undiscovered Destinations planned a really amazing itinerary for us with great hotels, a fabulous guide/driver, and interesting places to visit — they took great care to ensure we had an excellent holiday. We look forward to booking another holiday with them in the future. Thank you, Mark!”
Anna
“This adventure was always going to be very full-on, which is how we like our trips. I didn't count on getting bronchitis and ending up in hospital, however. The itinerary was quickly amended to avoid high-altitude destinations as much as possible while still making sure we had a chance to enjoy interesting experiences. While obviously sad to have missed some of the original sites, the revised itinerary was the only sensible option under the circumstances. I was extremely impressed with how Undiscovered Destinations and their local team handled the situation — taking the stress out of it, smoothing the way, rearranging the itinerary and booking new hotels, translating for me with the medical staff, and making sure I always had transport, medicines and anything else I needed. Nothing was too much trouble, and they kept in touch with me, each other, and the insurance company throughout. I can't recommend them enough!”
Grete
“My wife and I had a wonderful tour with Undiscovered Destinations. We had a different guide at each stop, and all of them were friendly, cheerful and knowledgeable. The local people were welcoming, and we always felt safe and comfortable. The beaches were spectacularly beautiful and empty of people, with warm, clear water, and each stop had its own character — some we loved for their unspoiled scenery, others for their history and the warmth of the welcome. We took the opportunity to snorkel on one of the most pristine reefs we've experienced, swimming with sea turtles and enormous manta rays that came right up to us out of curiosity. A wonderful destination for nature lovers.”
Frank
“Excellent. Action packed. Our local agent was excellent, and a good choice by Undiscovered Destinations. Because there were only two of us on the holiday, we had different guides at each stop, each one making sure we were handed over safely. All manner of transport was used, and we appreciated the different guiding strategies, the wealth of information given, the high level of English, and the genuine wish to show off their country at its best. Excellent.”
Cathy
“Far exceeding my expectations, this was one of the best trips I've ever done. A beautiful destination, with interesting history, lively ceremonies, lovely people and — surprisingly, for somewhere that sees so few tourists — absolutely no hassle on the streets. Excellent service from start to finish, with a first-class tour leader.”
Lynn
“We had a two-week trip with Undiscovered Destinations, flying in for two days first to break up the journey. It was a great trip, because we managed to see so much more than just the capital cities. This was the fourth trip we've taken with Undiscovered Destinations, and each one has been wonderful. Our guides were lovely — very professional and helpful. We rate UD very highly.”
Andy
“We had a fabulous trip with an excellent local guide, who took great care of us and enthusiastically shared his knowledge of both ancient and recent history, with lots of fascinating personal stories of his own life. We highly recommend this trip — Undiscovered Destinations were great to work with, and we hope to use them again.”
Jennie
“Everything was great — we got to witness a wonderful variety of wildlife, and thoroughly enjoyed the scenery and the hospitality of the people. A fabulous trip from start to finish.”
Debbie
“Excellent all-round trip. Drivers were conscientious and careful, accommodation was better than expected, and the scenery was stunning throughout.”
Alexis
“Fabulous, unusual destination, and great people. A private tour of somewhere little-visited, with great service from start to finish and excellent knowledge and advice from Undiscovered Destinations throughout.”
Steve
“An amazing trip! We had the most amazing holiday — over two weeks we had a taste of the cities, the culture, the mountains, a safari, and time at the beach. Our driver/guide made the whole trip very relaxing, and we were welcomed warmly by everyone we met, enjoying fabulous food and drink along the way. Undiscovered Destinations planned a really amazing itinerary for us with great hotels, a fabulous guide/driver, and interesting places to visit — they took great care to ensure we had an excellent holiday. We look forward to booking another holiday with them in the future. Thank you, Mark!”
Anna
“This adventure was always going to be very full-on, which is how we like our trips. I didn't count on getting bronchitis and ending up in hospital, however. The itinerary was quickly amended to avoid high-altitude destinations as much as possible while still making sure we had a chance to enjoy interesting experiences. While obviously sad to have missed some of the original sites, the revised itinerary was the only sensible option under the circumstances. I was extremely impressed with how Undiscovered Destinations and their local team handled the situation — taking the stress out of it, smoothing the way, rearranging the itinerary and booking new hotels, translating for me with the medical staff, and making sure I always had transport, medicines and anything else I needed. Nothing was too much trouble, and they kept in touch with me, each other, and the insurance company throughout. I can't recommend them enough!”
Grete
“My wife and I had a wonderful tour with Undiscovered Destinations. We had a different guide at each stop, and all of them were friendly, cheerful and knowledgeable. The local people were welcoming, and we always felt safe and comfortable. The beaches were spectacularly beautiful and empty of people, with warm, clear water, and each stop had its own character — some we loved for their unspoiled scenery, others for their history and the warmth of the welcome. We took the opportunity to snorkel on one of the most pristine reefs we've experienced, swimming with sea turtles and enormous manta rays that came right up to us out of curiosity. A wonderful destination for nature lovers.”
Frank
“Excellent. Action packed. Our local agent was excellent, and a good choice by Undiscovered Destinations. Because there were only two of us on the holiday, we had different guides at each stop, each one making sure we were handed over safely. All manner of transport was used, and we appreciated the different guiding strategies, the wealth of information given, the high level of English, and the genuine wish to show off their country at its best. Excellent.”
Cathy
“Far exceeding my expectations, this was one of the best trips I've ever done. A beautiful destination, with interesting history, lively ceremonies, lovely people and — surprisingly, for somewhere that sees so few tourists — absolutely no hassle on the streets. Excellent service from start to finish, with a first-class tour leader.”
Lynn
“We had a two-week trip with Undiscovered Destinations, flying in for two days first to break up the journey. It was a great trip, because we managed to see so much more than just the capital cities. This was the fourth trip we've taken with Undiscovered Destinations, and each one has been wonderful. Our guides were lovely — very professional and helpful. We rate UD very highly.”
Andy
“We had a fabulous trip with an excellent local guide, who took great care of us and enthusiastically shared his knowledge of both ancient and recent history, with lots of fascinating personal stories of his own life. We highly recommend this trip — Undiscovered Destinations were great to work with, and we hope to use them again.”
Jennie
“Everything was great — we got to witness a wonderful variety of wildlife, and thoroughly enjoyed the scenery and the hospitality of the people. A fabulous trip from start to finish.”
Debbie
“Excellent all-round trip. Drivers were conscientious and careful, accommodation was better than expected, and the scenery was stunning throughout.”
Alexis
“Fabulous, unusual destination, and great people. A private tour of somewhere little-visited, with great service from start to finish and excellent knowledge and advice from Undiscovered Destinations throughout.”
Steve
Every one of our Latvia journeys can be rebuilt around your dates, pace and interests — or we’ll design something entirely new.
We’ll build one around you.
Latvia is ideal for a tailor-made journey. You could spend more time in Gauja National Park, combining visits to Turaida Castle with scenic walks and local cultural experiences, or stay in Riga and explore the Baltic fishing villages, Kaniera Lake and the coast at your own pace. Jurmala is another destination that often rewards a longer stay than most standard itineraries allow.
Undiscovered Destinations creates private Latvia holidays tailored to your interests, travel dates and group size, with private transport, expert local guides and carefully selected accommodation throughout. Speak to our team to start planning your ideal Latvia journey.
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Our Latvia tour packages start from £3,485 per person, which includes all accommodation, overland transport, the services of an English-speaking tour leader, entrance fees for included sites and most meals. International flights are not included and can be arranged separately.
Shared across all tours that visit this destination. Read alongside your individual tour dossier for trip-specific details.
We constantly monitor official travel advice, including the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) Latvia Travel Advice, and will always advise clients of any warnings before departure. At the time of writing, there are no specific warnings against travel to the parts of Latvia that we visit on our tours.
Please contact us if you have any specific concerns or would like to understand what measures are in place to ensure your trip remains safe and trouble-free.
Join a small-group departure, or let our Latvia specialists craft a private journey shaped around your dates and interests.
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