Excursion d'une journée à la colline des Croix et au palais Rundale en Lettonie depuis Vilnius
Description
Au cours de cette visite privée d’une journée, vous découvrirez deux des monuments les plus emblématiques de la région baltique. Le voyage commence par une visite de la colline des Croix dans le nord de la Lituanie – un site unique et émouvant qui est devenu un symbole d’espoir, de foi et d’esprit national. Ensuite, vous traverserez la Lettonie pour explorer le superbe palais Rundāle, chef-d'œuvre de l'architecture baroque entouré de jardins magnifiquement restaurés. En voyageant entre les sites, vous profiterez d'une promenade confortable avec des occasions d'en apprendre davantage sur l'histoire locale, la culture et la vie quotidienne en Lituanie et en Lettonie. Cette expérience offre un moyen flexible et personnel de voir deux destinations remarquables en une journée.
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Itinéraire
Profitez d'un transfert gratuit depuis et vers votre hôtel depuis votre hébergement situé dans le centre de Vilnius vers Siauliai et Rundale. Vous conduirez pendant 2,5 heures jusqu'à la colline des croix. La colline des croix compte environ 100 000 croix. On dit que les premières croix ont été érigées ici par le plus proche parent des rebelles tombés lors de la rébellion de 1831. La colline des croix est un monument architectural historique, une composition unique d'art populaire. La colline des croix attire les gens avec sa paix, sa spiritualité, son authenticité et sa nature sacrée. Le pape Jean-Paul II a visité la colline des croix.
Après avoir exploré le site, vous vous dirigerez vers le palais de Rundale, à 40 minutes de route. Le palais Rundale est l'un des deux principaux palais baroques construits pour les ducs de Courlande dans l'actuelle Lettonie. En 1735, le duc de Courlande, Ernst Johann von Biron, acheta un terrain à Rundale avec un ancien château médiéval sur le territoire d’une future résidence d’été. Le vieux château a été démoli et la construction a commencé après la conception de Bartolomeo Rastrelli en 1736. Après le palais, retour à Vilnius (environ 3 heures de route).
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Informations importantes
- Accès pour les personnes à mobilité réduite
- Landau ou poussette possible pour les bébés et enfants en bas âge
- Animaux d'assistance acceptés
- Transports en commun disponibles à proximité
- Les enfants en bas âge doivent être assis sur les genoux d'un adulte
- Sièges enfants avec besoins spéciaux disponibles
- Options de transport accessibles aux personnes à mobilité réduite
- Entièrement accessible aux personnes à mobilité réduite
- Convient à toutes les conditions physiques
- Le code vestimentaire est formel
Avis(6)
This is a private driver to the Hill of Crosses and Rundale Palace. The driver is not an English speaker so he just gets you to these locations. Frank was very nice and patient as I went to each site. I just was on my own to learn about the sites and what I was seeing on the way. The ride to the Hill of Crosses is 2.5 hours so it would have been a long time for a guide to talk, to be fair. This private driver was perfect for me coming off the midsummer festival in Kernave that was all night. I don't think I could have absorbed an information anyway. If I had been traveling with more people, I think this also would have been a deal.
Thank you for your review! We’re glad the private transfer suited your travel style and that you enjoyed your visit to the Hill of Crosses and Rundāle Palace. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back in the future!
Too much travel for the experiences on the trip. Our driver /guide informed us immediately that he didn’t speak English. He was kind and accommodating, but we spent six hours in the car without hearing anything about Lithuania or the tourist sites.
Dear Rod, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re genuinely sorry to hear that the tour did not meet your expectations. However, we would like to kindly clarify that the tour description clearly states that a guide is not included—it is a driver service only, and this has always been communicated transparently in our listing. The full itinerary was completed as promised, covering nearly 800 km across two countries, which involved considerable time and effort on our side to ensure a smooth experience. Given that all program points were fully fulfilled, we feel it is a bit unfair to evaluate the service based on expectations that were not part of the original offer. We sincerely value your feedback, and we hope this clarification helps provide a better understanding of the service you booked.
Really well run trip. On time pick up and safe driver. The Hill of Crosses is a unique experience and a wonder to behold. It’s only a 5 minute walk from the drop off point and there was a shop/toilets on site. The trip over the border to Rundale Palace was also enjoyable (the day we visited was very busy, so would recommend buying tickets online upfront). Both stops are self exploration, so worth doing your historical research upfront. Our driver made an additional stop at Bauskas Pils castle, which we really appreciated given its picturesque nature. It’s a long day so be prepared for that if you book, but one I would recommend with this company (note: vs other trips that only go to The Hill of Crosses this is really good value for money)
Dear GAB056, Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the full-day tour to the Hill of Crosses and Rundale Palace. It’s great that you found the trip well organized and appreciated the safe and punctual service. You’re absolutely right—both the Hill of Crosses and Rundale Palace are unique and enriching destinations, and doing a bit of historical research beforehand can definitely enhance the experience. We’re also happy to hear you enjoyed the surprise stop at Bauskas Castle—it’s one of our favorite hidden gems! Thank you for recommending us and highlighting the value of this extended itinerary. We hope to welcome you on another tour in the future! Warm regards,
Enjoyable day trip taking in the Hill of Crosses and Rundale Palace (plus a few other surprise stops). The driving was long but roads good and driver very safe. Rundale Palace was our highlight - absolutely stunning! Driver let us have as much as time as we needed - spent about 1.15 hr at Hill of Crosses and more like 2.5 hrs at Rundale Palace - never felt rushed. Recommended trip
Dear baxterj2025, Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the full-day tour and that Rundale Palace left such a strong impression—it truly is a gem of Baltic architecture. We’re also happy that you appreciated the flexibility and safe driving of our guide, as we always aim to make our guests feel comfortable and unhurried throughout the day. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to welcome you back on another Baltia Tour adventure soon! Warm regards, The Baltia Tour Team
Visiting the Hill of Crosses in Lithuania can evoke a deep sense of reflection and awe. The sheer number of crosses, placed by generations of pilgrims, creates a powerful atmosphere of spiritual resilience and quiet devotion. Rundāle Palace in Latvia offers a sense of grandeur and elegance. Walking through its lavishly decorated halls and manicured gardens transports visitors into the opulence of 18th-century aristocratic life.
Dear Jerzy_S, Thank you for such a beautifully written and heartfelt review. Your words truly capture the spirit of the tour—from the moving solemnity of the Hill of Crosses to the refined elegance of Rundāle Palace. We’re honored that our journey could offer you a glimpse into the Baltic soul and its rich layers of history, faith, and art. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to welcome you back for more discoveries in the future! Warm regards
The tour guide was very informative and nice. I learned a lot from him and had a great time traveling. Even though it rained but the whole trip was quite an adventure. I recommend this tour if you like a quick tour to Latvia and a taste of Lithuania.
