Luxury One-Week Latvia Road Trip from Riga to Kolka, Sigulda, and Valmiera and surrounding area

Your luxury holiday in Latvia begins as soon as you reach the city of Riga. There, you’ll pick up the luxury rental vehicle of your choice and hit the roads!

The first destination of your luxury vacation in Latvia is Riga - a city with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Riga.

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic Latvian National Opera House. This opera house is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Riga, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,404 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Riga. We have picked out three of the most exclusive luxury lodging and hotel options for you to choose from.

Exploring new places can make you hungry. When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend trying one of the finest restaurants in Riga.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at Portofino. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 780 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Riga.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out Riviera. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 737 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Da Roberta is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Riga, and has an impressive average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 695 customers.

As your day in Riga is coming to an end retreat to a bar where you can celebrate the start of your exciting luxury holiday in Latvia.

Make your way to Labietis. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,293 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at Pētergailis, restorāns, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars among 1,430 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is Alus Muiža. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 591 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 8-day luxury vacation in Latvia and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

On day 2 of your exciting luxury holiday across Latvia you will continue exploring the city of Riga. You still have 3 nights left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Riga. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Memorial to Anna Wöhrmann. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,646 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary Esplanāde. This attraction is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,902 visitors.

If you, like many others, have been feeling curious about the spectacular Freedom Monument monument, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today.

The outstanding Bastejkalna Park is another stop you can visit today in Riga. This park is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,868 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy of a visit.

If you want to experience even more of Riga, then consider a visit to the incredible Riga National Zoological Garden. Riga National Zoological Garden is a zoo and popular attraction most travelers enjoy. More than 18,260 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Riga has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences you’ll appreciate after a long day of sightseeing.

If you’re curious about the best restaurant in Riga, make sure to check out Tu Re Kā. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 645 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is LIDO Vērmanītis. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,867 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed Riga before is LIDO Spice. This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,915 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, check out some of the bars in the area and experience the local nightlife.

LIDO is one of the best bars in Riga and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 22,268 customers.

You may also want to check out "Folkklubs ALA Pagrabs" (Folk club ALA cellar). Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. "Folkklubs ALA Pagrabs" (Folk club ALA cellar) is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,152 customers.

Alternatively, head out to Skyline bar. Skyline bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,017 customers and is a top choice among travelers as well as locals.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your luxury holiday in Latvia has plenty more in store for you.

On day 3 of your luxury holiday, you’ll get the opportunity to experience the spectacular city of Kandava. You’ll stay in Kandava for 2 nights, which gives you enough time to discover some of the most amazing things to see and do in the city. Start your morning with a hearty breakfast and get ready for an entire day of enjoying Kandava to the fullest.

Today you will have the opportunity to visit multiple popular travel destinations in Kandava. Begin your sightseeing with a visit to the outstanding Abava nature. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,019 visitors.

Tonight you will stay at one of the best luxury hotels in Kandava. We have selected the perfect options for you to have the loveliest experience in Kandava.

Treat yourself to an overnight stay at the wonderful Hanza, a highly recommended 3-star hotel in the city. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 7,571 guests and guarantees you a pleasant break from your self-drive luxury vacation.

Another excellent luxury accommodation alternative in Kandava is the fantastic Riga Islande Hotel. This 4-star hotel is the ultimate place to lay back and treat yourself to some well-deserved downtime after a busy day exploring. Riga Islande Hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,323 guests.

Alternatively, check in at the outstanding Grand Poet Hotel By Semarah. This 5-star hotel is warmly recommended by previous guest and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,872 reviews to prove it. Get cozy and rest before it’s yet again time to hit the roads.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best luxury hotel alternatives if these are not available.

After a long day of exploring, it’s time for indulging in some food. Make a reservation at one of the best restaurants in Kandava.

We recommend you eat at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like the fantastic LIDO Alus sēta. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,951 customers.

Alternatively, check out the menu at LIDO Ķirsons māja. Considered one of the best restaurants in Kandava, it has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,923 customers.

If you’re curious about more of the best restaurants in Kandava, Open-Air Leisure Park EGLE is one to check out. Open-Air Leisure Park EGLE is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,106 customers.

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 Kandava.

Many locals go to The Armoury Bar to have a good time. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,428 customers.

If you feel like going somewhere else, another popular option in the city is Avotu Ezītis miglā. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,421 customers.

Gastro Pub Duvel's is another great option in Kandava. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,242 customers.

Enjoy an amazing evening in Kandava, and get ready for more fantastic days to come of your luxury vacation in Latvia!

On day 4 of your luxury road trip holiday in Latvia you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the region of Tukums and the city of Kolka. You’ll stay in Kolka for 1 night.

Your day starts in Tukums. Give yourself time to see some of the region’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Start of the Kemeri Bog walk your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 831 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this park and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Kemeri Bog Board Walk Tower. With an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 1,077 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this must-see tourist destination and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Durbe Manor house. This manor house has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 977 visitors.

When you’re finished at the museum, the perfect next stop is the popular Salmu muzejs, darbnīca "Salmu lietas". This spectacular museum and attraction is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 291 reviews.

Make the most of your day in Tukums by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Latvia to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Latvia. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Tukums today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Kolka, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Plostkrogs, SIA, one of the best restaurants in Kolka. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 606 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend RestoTerase Sabilē as one of their top choices in the city. RestoTerase Sabilē is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 704 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Kolka is Divjūriņas. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 578 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Latvia! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 5 of your luxury road trip holiday in Latvia you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the region of Tukums and the city of Sigulda. You’ll stay in Sigulda for 1 night.

Your day starts in Tukums. Give yourself time to see some of the region’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Nature park "Lake Engure" your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 825 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this zoo and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Zušuciema parks. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 144 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this top-tier point of interest and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Viktor Tsoi Memorial Site. This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 799 visitors.

When you’re finished at the top-tier point of interest, the perfect next stop is the popular Ragaciema sedums. This spectacular top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 452 reviews.

Make the most of your day in Tukums by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Latvia to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Latvia. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Tukums today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Sigulda, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Kungu rija, restorāns, one of the best restaurants in Sigulda. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,408 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Viesnīca un restorāns Aparjods as one of their top choices in the city. Viesnīca un restorāns Aparjods is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 666 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Sigulda is Rāmkalni Atpūtas parka BISTRO. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,296 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Latvia! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 6 of your luxury holiday in Latvia, wonderful attractions await. Today you have the opportunity to discover two places in one day, the city of Sigulda and the region of Cēsis. You’ll stay in Valmiera for 1 night.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding Sigulda Castle. This attraction is a manor house and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,362 visitors.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Turaida Castle. This castle and travel destination has received an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 6,734 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Sigulda is another excellent way to spend your luxury holiday in Latvia. The best tours in this destination will take you on a discovery of some of Latvia’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

It’s now time to hit the road again and travel to your next destination, the region of Cēsis.

Make your way to the incredible Gauja National Park in Cēsis for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,936 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination you’ll want to pay a visit in Cēsis is the outstanding Cēsis Castle. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 5,517 visitors, this remarkable castle ruin and attraction definitely deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists in Latvia.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Cēsis Castle. This attraction, a stunning castle ruin, has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 5,498 travelers.

For the night, you’ll have the choice of the best luxury hotels and places to stay in the city of Valmiera.

After a long day of experiencing some of the most fantastic attractions and sights in Latvia, we recommend you try Rātes vārti, one of the best restaurants in Valmiera. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 963 customers.

If you’re keen on trying something else, locals also recommend cafe Bastions as one of the top restaurants in the city. Cafe Bastions is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,313 customers.

Another of the most recommended restaurants in Valmiera is New Sun. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 749 customers.

After dinner, you can enjoy some downtime at your hotel or head out to a bar for a couple of drinks.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a day, pop into the top-rated Mazais Ansis. This bar is considered one of the best in Valmiera and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,993 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Brenguļu alus sēta. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 307 customers.

Go over your photos from the day, raise a toast, and rest your tired legs. A new adventurous day of your luxury road trip in Latvia awaits!

On day 7 of your luxury road trip holiday in Latvia you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Ķeipene and the city of Riga. You’ll stay in Riga for 1 night.

Your day starts in Ķeipene. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Sergei Eisenstein Communications Center your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 327 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this top-tier point of interest and attraction before you head there.

Make the most of your day in Ķeipene by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Latvia to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Latvia. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Ķeipene today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Riga, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try LIDO Krievu sēta, one of the best restaurants in Riga. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,060 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Andalūzijas Suns is one of the best bars you can visit in Riga tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,353 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like B Bārs Restorāns. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,320 customers.

Alternatively, try Lokāls Veldze. Lokāls Veldze is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,192 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Latvia! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

Today is the last day of your 8-day luxury holiday in Latvia and it’s soon time to start your journey home. This is your chance to get one last glimpse of Riga before saying goodbye.

Catch a later flight to enjoy some extra time for exploring. If you have a late departure, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Make the most of what’s left of your luxury vacation in Latvia by heading out to the stunning Riga Central Market. This extraordinary market hall and attraction is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 45,921 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Riga.

Don’t end your vacation hungry.

You will then say farewell to Riga and begin your journey home. We wish you safe travels and a warm welcome home, with unforgettable memories and incredible photos from your luxury holiday in Latvia in your luggage!