Vilnius-Riga Sightseeing Tour Bus
Vilnius, Lithuania
Vilnius-Riga Sightseeing Tour Bus
Vilnius, Lithuania
- 12 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
What's Included
Meeting and Pickup
Itinerary
Additional Info
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.4
based on 16 reviews
Laura was a fantastic driver & guide! She was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable, sharing insights into life in Lithuania as well as its history and culture. The four stops offered great variety en route.
A long day trip but the guide (Laura) was so knowledgeable, friendly and make us comfortable in/out the car.
We have mixed feelings about this tour. It didn't appear to align with the advertised itinerary.
The promise of 40 minutes (including entry costs paid) for Rundale Palace indicated we would see inside yet this was never a possibility due to late arrival. A brief visit to the gardens was all that was on offer.
The Salaspils Memorial was also promised, yet again the arrival time meant that we were never going to have the opportunity to go inside the museum. It closed at 5 and we arrived after 7pm. The marketing was not accurate.
The description said lunch was not provided yet we were all told to put in orders for a lunch we had to pay for, at an isolated location where there was nothing else to do. As we were in Kaunas town until 12:15pm and had been told lunch was our responsibility we had arranged our meals. The time at the restaurant was unnecessary and again is an indication of the inaccurate advertising.
Our guide, Ruta was very friendly on arrival. She gave short interesting explanations at each location. She was silent during the journey. We had expected information such as history, anecdotes or explanations regarding landmarks.
We are glad we experienced something of each location but do not believe we received what was promised. The advertising details of this tour need to be updated and the lunch options/expectations clarified.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Hi
Thank you for the review! I am sorry you had other expectations than the sightseeing tour bus could offer.
Firstly, the tour bus runs both directions from Riga to Vilnius and from Vilnius to Riga. It means that if we start the day from Vilnius, then we cannot arrive in Rundale and Salaspils so that all the museums would be open all year round (opening hours change depending on the season). As for the museums, it is challenging to add full museum visits to the regular tour as it takes a lot of time. A museum fan could easily spend a full day just in Rundale. In order to have the sightseeing bus within normal time limits, we do not have that time. Also, not everyone is a museum fan. We try to meet in the middle by visiting the gardens and covering the history outside. For Rundale fans or museum enthusiasts, we recommend booking a private tour, as this way we can customize the tour as needed.
It is true that during the drive our guide is not talking or giving a history overview. Mainly to drive safely and secondly to also give people a bit of time to relax and just be with their own thoughts as well. It is a long day, and it could be very exhausting to hear someone talking all day :)
Finally, about lunch. Yes, it is not included, but we always make sure to have a stop for lunch at a local tavern or cafe. Again, it is a group tour, and we try to make sure that the place we stop has everything for everyone, and in case someone has brought their own lunch, then this is okay as well. So far, the lunch stop has been a hit.
I am so sorry we could not deliver on our description and you had other expectations. I am truly sorry. Our first and most important goal is to show people the beautiful areas also outside Riga and Vilnius and give a glimps to a local life.
Thank you again for the honest review, and we will try to improve our descriptions!
All the best wishes
Great day spent with Matiss. An exceptional guide and driver. His knowledge and his personal touch made for a really enjoyable day.
If you're planning to travel between Lithuania and Latvia, I can't recommend this tour enough. The Vilnius–Riga Sightseeing Tour Bus by Traveller Tours is not just a way to get from one country to another — it’s a full day of immersive experiences, charming towns, and fascinating history, all made even better by a fantastic guide.
Our guide, Laura (pronounced Lowra), was truly amazing. She was knowledgeable, funny, and engaging, and really made the day special for everyone. Her passion for the region and easygoing style made the tour not only informative but genuinely fun. She was just great all around — we couldn’t have asked for a better guide.
My personal fav stop was the Hill of Crosses, a site that’s hard to describe in words. It’s a surreal, moving place — thousands upon thousands of crosses left by pilgrims and visitors alike, each with its own story. It’s one of those places that really makes you stop and think. Definitely one of my favorite parts of the trip.
Overall, this tour is a perfect way to travel from Vilnius to Riga. You skip the hassle of buses or trains and instead enjoy a full day of sightseeing, stories, and stunning locations. I’d recommend it to anyone who wants to make the most of their travel between the Baltic capitals. It was well-organized, enriching, and a lot of fun — a definite highlight of my trip!
It was very nice go from Vilnius to Riga with this tour. The road is almost all good and the places we stop are beautiful. The Guide Mike is a very nice guy and talk about history and other things with the group.
A great way to travel from Vilnius to Riga. Your guide Camille was knowledgeable and professional and told us relevant info about the sights in Kaunas, Hill of Crosses, Runsdale Castle and Salaspils Memorial on our transfer between the two capitals.
Very nice, well-organized day with 4 must-see visits between Vilnius and Riga, 7 people maximum, and room for everyone's suitcases. Laura, who is very energetic and provides historical information during the trip, drives very well, a big thank you.
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