Relaxed 11-Day Latvia Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Riga to Liepaja and Ventspils

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Embark on this 11-day relaxed road trip in Latvia, as Riga, Cēsis, Mežotne, Bauska, Pilsrundāle, Jūrmala, Liepaja, Jūrkalne, Ventspils, and Kandava welcome you with stunning sights, fun activities, and the freedom of a laid-back self-drive holiday!

Travel freely with this relaxed self-drive package in Latvia, designed for comfort and exploration. Spend 6 nights in Riga, 2 nights in Liepaja, and 2 nights in Ventspils, staying at top-rated hotels near the heart of each city. Between drives, indulge in local cuisine, sip refreshing drinks, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere at popular restaurants and bars along your road trip route in Latvia.

Your journey starts in Riga, where your rental car with CDW insurance will be ready for pickup. Choose a vehicle that suits your style, then set off on your 11-day relaxed road trip in Latvia to explore its rich culture, fascinating history, and stunning landscapes.

Every stop on this leisurely self-drive holiday comes with handpicked accommodations that make relaxation effortless. Choose from elegant 5-star hotels with breathtaking views or comfortable 3-star stays that offer excellent value, all providing a welcoming retreat after a day on the road.

With your self-drive itinerary in Latvia already planned, you’ll enjoy the country’s most celebrated sights without the rush. Marvel at the stunning Riga Central Market and soak in the atmosphere of the magnificent Riga National Zoological Garden.

Enjoy each stop as you explore the history, architecture, and character of each destination on this Latvia road trip itinerary for 11 days.

As you travel between destinations, you’ll have plenty of time to explore local markets and boutique shops. These stops give you the chance to find unique souvenirs, taste regional specialties, and experience everyday life in Latvia.

If you want to make your 11-day relaxed self-drive tour in Latvia even more memorable, add optional tours or activities. Join a guided excursion, discover hidden neighborhoods, or spend an afternoon in your favorite market. Each choice deepens your connection to the places you visit.

Alongside these experiences, your laid-back self-drive package in Latvia includes 10 nights in comfortable hotels, a rental car for 11 days, and convenient access to nearby dining options. You can also add flights and entry tickets to shape the trip exactly how you want it. With 24/7 travel support and a mobile app keeping your itinerary and documents organized, you can enjoy a relaxed drive and savor every mile of the road ahead.

Turn your travel plans into reality. Book your 11-day relaxed self-drive road trip in Latvia today and enjoy a journey filled with discovery, freedom, and unforgettable moments!

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Day 1

Riga - Arrival day
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Dome Square
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Your relaxed road trip through Latvia starts when you reach the incredible city of Riga, where you'll stay for 5 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Riga and begin your adventure in Latvia.

Riga is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

When you're ready for some downtime, make your way to your chosen hotel. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM in Riga. Make yourself at home and unwind before heading out again.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Riga, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

After dinner, you can choose between heading back to your hotel to recharge, taking a leisurely stroll, or going out to a bar for a relaxed drink in great company.

Raise a toast as you look back on the highlights of today’s relaxed road trip in Latvia. Enjoy your first taste of Riga as you soak in the city’s unique vibe.

Day 2

Riga
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Drive 34 km, 1 hour 16 min

Riga Motor Museum
House of the Black Heads
Latvian National Opera House
Riga Central Market
Lucavsala recreational park
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Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across Latvia by joining a traveler-approved tour in Riga. There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Riga that will make your slow-paced self-drive tour in Latvia more memorable.

When it’s time to eat, the city has a variety of restaurants and cuisines to suit your palate and complement your relaxed road trip experience. Take a leisurely walk around Riga, while looking for a place to eat. Or, check out our top recommendations and treat yourself to a nice meal.

After dinner, you can choose between heading back to your hotel to recharge, taking a leisurely stroll, or going out to a bar for a relaxed drink in great company.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your leisurely paced road trip in Latvia!

Day 3

Riga
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Drive 20 km, 1 hour 11 min

Vērmanes Garden
Esplanāde
Freedom Monument
Bastejkalna Park
Riga National Zoological Garden
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Latvia makes the perfect setting for a calming but fun road trip experience. Aside from amazing sights, Latvia also offers plenty of tours to enhance your relaxed road trip experience.

When you’re not driving and exploring some of the best places in Latvia, it’s time to make your relaxed road trip even more comforting. Sit down for a lovely meal at one of the best restaurants in Riga.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the city.

Soak in the unique atmosphere of Riga as you commemorate this day of your relaxed road trip with a toast. Cheers to a memorable, leisurely self-drive holiday in Latvia!

Day 4

Riga
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Drive 196 km, 3 hours 16 min

Gauja National Park
Cēsis Castle Park
Cēsis Castle
Cēsis history and art museum
Maija parks
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Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Latvia. Check out all of the tours you can join this day of your leisurely self-drive holiday in Latvia and ensure the experience of a lifetime.

Exploring the food culture in Riga offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Riga’s best bars to celebrate this day of your slow-paced adventure in Latvia.

Grab a drink and enjoy every passing minute of this night of your relaxed road trip experience in Latvia!

Day 5

Riga
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Drive 171 km, 2 hours 54 min

Mežotne Palace
Rīgas Motormuzeja Bauskas filiāle
Bauska Castle Museum
Rundale Palace Museum
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On day 5 of your relaxed road trip in Latvia, you’ll start your self-paced adventure in Riga and visit amazing attractions in Mežotne, Bauska, and Pilsrundāle, just outside the city. You still have 1 night left in Riga, so today is another excellent opportunity to dine at some of the top-rated restaurants and bars in the area.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Riga and your accommodation.

Mealtimes are the perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture of Latvia. When you're not appreciating the best places to visit in Riga, explore the city like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

After dinner, you can choose between heading back to your hotel to recharge, taking a leisurely stroll, or going out to a bar for a relaxed drink in great company.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your leisurely paced road trip in Latvia!

Day 6

Riga
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Drive 239 km, 3 hours 43 min

Dzintari Forest Park
Jurmala City Museum
Bronze statue "The Turtle
Ķemeri National Park
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Day 6 of your self-drive tour in Latvia offers a chance to experience the country’s diversity. You’ll stay in Liepaja for 2 nights. Along the way, you’ll glimpse local life and explore some of the most remarkable places in Latvia.

When you’re not exploring beautiful places, you can relax in Liepaja. Here, you can choose from the best hotels and other accommodations as you get to know more about the culture in the city.

Exploring the food culture in Liepaja offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

Experience the amazing nightlife in Liepaja and unwind at the coolest bars in the city.

Toast to another amazing day in Latvia!

Day 7

Liepaja
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Drive 27 km, 1 hour 26 min

Artillery battery No1 (Northern Fort)
Liepāja Northern Breakwater
The Naval Cathedral Church of Saint Nicholas
Karosta prison
Rose Square
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Another way to make your easygoing and relaxed road trip in Latvia more special is by joining unique tours and activities.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily, Liepaja has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences to continue your laid-back and stress-free discovery of the city.

Hang out and unwind at some of the top bars in Liepaja.

Look back at an amazing day filled with adventure in Latvia. And don’t forget to get some rest so you can continue your relaxed holiday in Latvia tomorrow with new energy.

Day 8

Liepaja
Ventspils
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Drive 121 km, 2 hours 5 min

Liepaja seaside park
Spoku koks (Tree of Ghosts)
Swan Pond
Liepāja Museum
Jūrkalne seashore
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Day 8 of your relaxed road trip across Latvia offers a day of exciting discoveries. You’ll end your day in Ventspils, where you’ll stay for 2 nights.

In Ventspils, you’ll find plenty of places to unwind after a day on the road. Our top recommendations go perfectly with your laid-back road trip in Latvia.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily, Ventspils has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences to continue your laid-back and stress-free discovery of the city.

Hang out and unwind at some of the top bars in Ventspils.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your leisurely paced road trip in Latvia!

Day 9

Ventspils
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Drive 5 km, 12 min

Fregate whale fountain
Ski hill "Lemberg's Trilby
Ventspils Piedzīvojumu parks
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Mealtimes are the perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture of Latvia. When you're not appreciating the best places to visit in Ventspils, explore the city like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

As the day is coming to an end, retreat to your hotel for some rest, or head out to a bar to celebrate your time in Ventspils. The bars in Ventspils make the perfect setting for a laid-back drink and chilled hangout with your travel companions.

Toast to another unforgettable and relaxing road trip adventure in Latvia!

Day 10

Ventspils
Riga
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Drive 211 km, 3 hours 8 min

Zviedru Cepure
Abava nature
Kemeri Bog Board Walk Tower
Start of the Kemeri Bog walk
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On day 10 of your laid-back road trip adventure in Latvia, you can visit several remarkable places. With the freedom and flexibility of a self-drive tour, you decide how much time to spend in each, making the most of these memorable destinations.

After a day of exploration, relax at one of the top hotels or accommodations in Riga. Staying in the city gives you a comfortable, welcoming place to recharge during your laid-back road trip in Latvia.

As the day is coming to an end, retreat to your hotel for some rest, or head out to a bar to celebrate your time in Riga. The bars in Riga make the perfect setting for a laid-back drink and chilled hangout with your travel companions.

Raise your glass and toast to another unforgettable, laid-back road trip adventure in Latvia!

Day 11

Riga - Departure day
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Kronvalda parks
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Day 11 of your relaxed road trip in Latvia is your departure day. If you’re flying home, return your rental car with time to spare.

Over a good meal, take a moment to unwind and reflect on the past 11 days of your relaxed road trip.

The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 11-day relaxed road trip in Latvia is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.

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Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.

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