Arrival in Riga, transfer to Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija****, check-in; welcome meeting, optional welcome dinner at hotel.
Riga, founded in 1201 by the German bishop Albert, is the largest of the three Baltic capitals and boasts a real kaleidoscope of architectural styles and by the end of December the whole city is preparing for a vibrant New Year celebration. The walking tour of the Old Town includes Riga Castle, the Dome Cathedral, St. Peter’s Church, the Swedish Gate, the Three Brothers, the Large and Small Guilds and the Freedom Monument. The afternoon offers an optional walking tour to Riga Art Nouveau district. In the evening we enjoy an entertaining and fabulous New Year Gala with music dances and dinner buffet.
Meal: Breakfast and Dinner
Morning at leisure. The late afternoon offers an optional excursion to the Lido Recreational Centre, a large restaurant and entertainment centre located in the largest wooden log house in Europe and surrounded by a lot of winter attractions. We enjoy a traditional Latvian dinner before going back to the hotel.
Meal: Breakfast
Transfer to the airport.
Meal: Breakfast
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![](https://globalgroupts.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Dome-Cathedral-Riga-2.jpg)
![](https://globalgroupts.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/St.-Peters-Church-3.jpg)
![](https://globalgroupts.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Swedish-Gate-2.jpg)
![](https://globalgroupts.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Three-Brothers-Houses-in-Riga-2.jpg)
![](https://globalgroupts.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/the-Freedom-Monument-Riga-2.jpg)
![](https://globalgroupts.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Towers-Large-and-Small-Guild-in-Riga-next-to-the-ancient-buildings-with-cranes-kryshey-and-green-tree-against-the-blue-sky-in-spring-2.jpg)
![](https://globalgroupts.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Riga-Art-Nouveau-district-2.jpg)
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• 3 overnights at centrally located Hotel Radisson Blu Latvia****
• 3 x buffet breakfast. • Transfer airport to Hotel Radisson Blu Latvia and vice versa.
• Welcome meeting with champagne-cocktail or juice.
• Personalized welcome package.
• 3-hour Riga walking tour of Riga Old Town.
• Fabulous New Year Gala with live music, dinner buffet and entertainment.
• Service of English and German speaking local guide.
• Service of Italian and Spanish speaking local guide.
• Service of Portuguese and French speaking local guide.
International airfares
Optional activities
Other meals, drinks, tips and other personal expenses or services not specified on the program
Travel insurance
Gratuities
Voluntary tips for guides or drivers
Travel and medical insurance
Any items not mentioned as included
Riga - Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija****
Rates for Optional Activities,and Meals on request.