Lithuania and Latvia Self Guided Cycle Explorer Tour with 6 Reviews by Utracks

8 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

8 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Challenging

Demands good physical fitness and stamina for more intense or extended activities.

Starts

Klaipeda, lithuania

Ends

Riga, Latvia

Highlights

Ride through shifting landscapes and uncover Baltic legends and traditions

Following the stunning Baltic coastline into Latvia

Uncover Europe’s unexpected side, blending rich history with contemporary culture

Itinerary

Learn about Latvia and Lithuania's rich history as you explore the changing landscapes of the Baltic coastline. Embark on a scenic cycling holiday through the Baltic countries of Lithuania and Latvia, where flat landscapes and coastal trails invite you to slow down and explore at your own pace. Beginning in the charming port town of Klaipeda, this self-guided cycling tour follows low-traffic roads and designated bike paths along the Baltic Sea coastline, through pine forests, rolling countryside and quiet villages. Along the way, you’ll uncover hidden beaches, sandstone caves, manor houses and UNESCO-listed Old Towns, all while experiencing the cultural contrasts that make this region so unique. The tour finishes in Riga, Latvia’s vibrant capital, where cobblestone lanes and art nouveau architecture meet a modern café culture.

day 1 - Arrive Klaipeda

Arrive in Klaipeda, Lithuania's third largest city and main port, situated on the Dane River. After checking into your hotel, explore this former Prussian capital's mix of new and old including the cobbled Old Town with it's distinct German flavour. If you arrive earlier, you can visit the Curonian Spit.

day 2 - Cycle through the Seaside Regional Park to Palanga (30km / 18.5mi)

There will be an information meeting where you'll receive your bikes this morning at your hotel. Cycle from your hotel along the asphalt paved Lithuanian Seaside Cycle Route through the Seaside Regional Park to Palanga resort, famous for its Botanic Park and Amber museum. Overnight in Palanga hotel.

Meals:Breakfast

day 3 - Cycle along the Baltic coast before crossing border, transferring Butinge–Bernati then cycling to Liepaja (36km /22.5mi)

Cycle on the picturesque cycle path along the Baltic Sea coast to Butinge church (close to the LT/LV border) in Sventoji, where you transfer* to Bernati, continue cycling to Liepaja and check in at your centrally located guesthouse/hotel.

The new road from the border to Liepaja is a main road, unsuited to cyclists. To avoid the transfer we have a 10 day option available. See our website for details.

Meals:Breakfast

day 4 - Explore Liepaja's Old Town, cycle to the small fishing port of Pavilosta (56km/35mi)

Explore the Old Town of Liepaja and its special district called Karosta, a former military settlement and Soviet Navy submarine base. Cycle along the picturesque road to Pavilosta, which is a small fishing port with several welcoming pubs on the shore. Overnight in Pavilosta guesthouse/hotel.

Meals:Breakfast

day 5 - Cycle to Jurkalne along a picturesque coastline to on to Kuldiga (64km / 40mi)

Cycle to Jurkalne along a very pretty coastline with quiet, unspoiled beaches and impressive steep 20m / 60.5ft high sand cliffs. Continue to Kuldiga, a former capital of Kurzeme Duchy and now known for its Old Town and charming atmosphere. Its Ventas Rumba is the widest waterfall in Europe and it is very pleasant to linger along the river bank. Not far out of town are the sand caves of Riežupe.

Meals:Breakfast

day 6 - Cycle to Kandava along the Abava River - or shorten with a transfer (87km /54mi)

Cycle to Kandava along the Abava River. En route pass through Sabile village famous for the most northern open-air vineyard in the world, registered in the Guinness Book of Records. The winemaking tradition in Sabile dates back to the 16th century. From Kandava continue cycling on quiet roads to Jaunmoku Castle via Pure or take a transfer (additional cost, to be pre booked.) Arrive in Juanmoku and check in to your hotel.

Meals:Breakfast

day 7 - Cycle via Tukums to Jurmula and continue by train to Riga (56km/35mi)

This morning you cycle to Tukums, the 'town of gardens' and roses surrounded by many castles and manor houses - Tukums Castle Tower of the Livonian Order (Jaunpils Castle), Slokenbeka, and the Durbe and Jaunmoku Castles. Continue cycling to Jurmala, the largest resort in the Baltic States. Jurmala is well-known for its natural treasures: its 32km / 20mi long white sand beach, the River Lielupe (the city's natural border), pine forests and curative mud and mineral waters. From Jurmala, continue by train to Riga, the capital of Latvia and medieval Hanseatic town (train ticket not included, trip duration approx. 1 hour). For keen cyclists you could cycle into Riga, a distance of 20km, along a dedicated cycle way which follows the railway through forests. Your bikes will be collected this evening from your hotel.

Meals:Breakfast

day 8 - Trip concludes

Your trip concludes after breakfast

Meals:Breakfast

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What's Included

Accommodation

7 nights in 3 and 4 star hotels and guesthouses on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities

Meals

7 breakfasts

Transport

Transfer on day 3 from LT/LV border Butinge – Bernati

Others

Hybrid bike rental with helmet, handlebar bag and one tachometer per two bikes, repair kit. (E-bike available - supplement applies)Information pack with route notes and map (one set per room)Smartphone app with maps and route bookLuggage Transfers: 1 piece 20kg and 1 small daypack, supplement applies for excessEmergency hotline

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