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Riga New Year City Break

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4 days

Celebrate this New Year in the vibrant city of Riga on this 4-day winter break. Explore the beautiful Old Town with its exquisite architecture and cobbled streets, admire the Dome Cathedral and enjoy a fabulous New Year Gala. The largest of the three Baltic Capitals invites you kick start the New Year in style!

For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more download our Trip Notes

Tour Overview

Duration

4 days

Starts

Riga

Ends

Riga

Range

Handpicked

Tour Guide

Yes - for scheduled sightseeing

Group Size

Min 2 / Max 36

Minimum age

5 yrs, accompanied by an adult

Departs

30 December 2024

Hotel Rating

4 star

Countries

Latvia

Arrival Transfer

Yes

Departure Transfer

Yes

Meals included

Breakfast: 3, Dinner: 1
Per person from
NZD$1,220.00
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Total From
$3,050.00
NZD$2,440.00

Tour Highlights

Celebrate New Year's Eve in Riga with fabulous New Year Gala with evening entertainment, music dance and dinner
Take in the highlights of Riga's Old Town on a walking tour.

Included

3 Nights at the 4 Star Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija (or similar)
3 breakfasts
New Year Gala with live music, buffet dinner and entertainment
Welcome meeting with a Champagne-cocktail or juice
3-hour walking tour of Riga Old Town
One airport arrival transfer on Day 1 and one airport departure transfer on Day 4 included per booking

Not Included

International flights and visas
Tipping - an entirely personal gesture

Itinerary

Day 1 - Riga

Welcome to Riga, the Capital of Latvia. Upon arrival at Riga airport you'll be met and transferred to our centrally located hotel. This evening join the welcome meeting in the hotel lobby, at around 7pm, with champagne-cocktail or juice.

Overnight: Riga

Day 2 - Riga Old Town & New Year Gala

Riga is the largest of the three Baltic capitals and founded by the German bishop Albert in 1201. This morning we'll enjoy the walking tour of the Old Town including Riga Castle, the Dome Cathedral, St. Peter's Church, followed by the Swedish Gate, the Three Brother and the Large and Small Guilds.

This afternoon you'll have time to explore Riga independently or take the opportunity to join the optional walking tour to Riga Art Nouveau district (book and pay locally). Your day comes to an end with an entertaining and fabulous New Year Gala with music, dance and a buffet dinner.

Overnight: Riga
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3 - Optional Lido Recreational Centre

This morning there's free time to explore more of this vibrant city that boasts a real kaleidoscope of architectural styles and gothic spires. This afternoon there's the opportunity to join an optional excursion to the Lido Recreational Centre (book and pay locally). This large restaurant and entertainment centre is located in the largest wooden log house in Europe, surrounded by a lot of winter attractions. End this optional excursion with a traditional Latvian dinner before heading back to the hotel.

Overnight: Riga
Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 - Riga

Our New Year in Riga experience ends after breakfast this morning and hotel check out. A transfer will be provided to take you to the airport.

Meals: Breakfast

Extras and add-ons

If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.

Pre and Post Tour Accommodation

Extend your tour with us by booking pre and post-accommodation, available at a per-person, per-night rate.

Post Tour Accommodation - Riga

Double

$85per passenger

Triple

$85per passenger

Twin

$85per passenger

Single

$155per passenger

Pre tour accommodation - Riga (winter tours)

Double

$85per passenger

Triple

$85per passenger

Twin

$85per passenger

Single

$155per passenger

Hotels

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.

If you are interested in booking pre or post-tour accommodation, here are some of the hotels we typically use.

Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija
Riga

Ideally situated in the centre of Riga just 400 meters from the historical old town, the Radisson Blu Hotel Latvija offers impressive views over the city. The contemporary styled guestrooms are spacious and well equipped to cater for those visiting for leisure, business and even families with children. Guests can soak up the fabulous city views in the stylish Skyline bar located on the 26th floor. Or why not relax and visit the brand new and conceptually unique Spa Riga.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel

Prices & Dates

All departure dates are guaranteed with a minimum of 2 persons. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. Room sharing is not available on this tour.

2024
Twin/Double
Single
30 Dec - 2 Jan
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$1,525$1,220
$2,165$1,732

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