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3 Pearls of Zemgale- Rundale & Mezotne Palace, Bauska castle

One tour- two palaces and one castle of Zemgale region tour in Latvia. You will see most outstanding Baroque and Rococo architecture of Latvia in Rundale palace, one of the brightest examples of classicism architecture of Latvia in Mezotne palace and medieval castle of Livonian's order, the residence of the Dukes of Courland in Bauska castle.
TransportSummer | Duration: ~8 Hrs
Price & Booking
Guided tour
Price: from 55 Eur per person*
Price includes:
    • Transportation
    • Guide
    • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
*Price is provided for the complete groups! To get quote for your group size click "+ Book This Tour"!

Self drive tour
Price: 100 EUR

Included:
    • Rental car of your choice with unlimited mileage for 1 day
    • Map of Latvia and detailed itinerary
    • GPS Navigation
    • "Highlights of Zemgale Region" booklet
    • Information about driving in Latvia
    • Taxes and service fee
Not included:
    • Personal travel insurance
    • Gasoline / petrol
    • Entrance tickets
    • Meals and drinks at restaurants (unless otherwise stated)
    • Optional activities
    • Any services not listed above in "Included"
Highlights of the tour
  • Bauska castle
    Bauska castle is located in the Town of Bauska, amidst picturesque scenery on a strip of land between the Rivers Mūsa and Mēmele, not far from the place where they flow together forming the Lielupe. The Bauska Castle ensemble consists of two parts. The oldest, a Livonian Order's castle, was built in mid-15th century, and only its ruins have survived. The newest, the residence of the Dukes of Courland, was built in the late 16th century.

  • Mežotne palace
    Mežotne Palace boasts an English style landscape park known for its natural beauty. The park has three parts – a parade yard, a summer park and a winter park; the latter two areas are separated by a natural ravine. One of the paths leads along the bank and offers lovely views across the river. The other path crosses the east part of the park where a small hillock creates an optical illusion enhancing the feeling of space. The design of the park is said to have cost twice as much as that of the palace. From 1940 to 1969, the park gradually grew over. Due to the efforts of agronomist E.Fridrihsons, the then director of the plant breeding station V.Tūls and a number of other people of Mežotne community, the restoration of the park started in 1969.

  • Rundāle palace and museum
    Rundāle Palace is an exceptional monument full of Baroque and Rococo art. Built in the mid 18th-Century by the Russian court architect Francesco Bartolomeo Rastrelli, it was the summer residence of the Duke of Courland. The two-story castle contains 138 elaborate rooms, a lovely French garden and a museum dedicated to the history of Latvia.

    • You will have the services of a knowledgeable guide throughout this 7-hour excursion, helping you to better
    understand the ancient culture of Latvia and hear tales of Zemgale’s long and fascinating history.
Mežotne, Bauska and Rundāle are participants of project EDEN
Southern Latvia (Zemgale)
Accurate map of the journey
Reviews of This Tour
"Great day outside of Riga - Rundale & Mezotne Palaces and Automuseum"
Reviewed April 19, 2015
Kelly from New Jersey, United States
Rihards and Maija provided an excellent day trip south of Riga. Mezotne Palace has a nice river side setting while Rundale is a fantastic palace reminding us of the Russian influence on the nobility. Bauska castle was closed but we went to the Automobile Musuem which was a great find. An eclectic collection that was unexpected. The museum guide had enthusiasm and knowledge for cars that made it fun.

Visited April 2015
"Two great tours with Discover Latvia"
Reviewed October 5, 2013
Colleen from USA
Rihard was an excellent guide when I took two of their castle/palace tours in October 2013. The fall colors were at their peak and I really enjoyed the Latvian "golden autumn." I decided to visit Latvia on a whim and was very impressed with everything I saw and with the quality of these tours! Rundale Palace, Segulda and Turaida castles were well worth the trip.

Visited October 2013
"A very good day excursion from Riga"
Reviewed July 17, 2013
Ron from La Colle sur Loup, France
Our charming, knowledgeable driver/guide picked us up from our hotel at 09:00 am and drove us into southern Latvia (Zimgale province), making a first stop at Bauska, visiting both the town centre and the castle, then on to the extremely impressive Rundale Palace, where we spent two hours visiting the interior, followed by a drive through the extensive grounds in an electric buggy. Finally we crossed the river to visit another palace - Mezotne - before returning to Riga in the evening.

During the course of the day, our guide explained many aspects of the history, culture and geography of the country, so not only did this tour give us a very good insight into rural Latvia, and three in-depth visits of delightful examples of Latviian national heritage, but we also gained a much better understanding of the country and it's people, building on all we had discovered during our stay in Riga.

Highly recommended.

Visited July 2013
"Professional team"
Reviewed June 22, 2013
Hananya from Kfar Saba, Israel
Although we made contact with them at the last minute and after hours, we received a perfect trip. Maija and Rihards showed up at the appointed time at the hotel entrance. Picked us for a very nice trip as planned. Professional explanations and kindness all the way.

Visited June 2013
"ZEMGALE: A WONDERFUL DAY TOUR FROM RIGA"
Reviewed June 19, 2013
Mario from Recife from Brazil
Visiting the interior of Latvia gave us an idea about how is to live there: remarkable landscapes, full of green, being prepared to receive the seeds. Notorious was the lack of people in the rural area, because many young latvians went to Ireland, British, Sweden, Norway in search of better works. Our trip to the Southern part of the country (Zemgale) was so easily and comfortable made by our guides, Maija and Rihards, who were so patient in answering all our questions, doing the best to fulfill our needs. Thanks a lot for your support. Rundale Palace, Bauska castle and Mezotne Palace were a very good experience for ending our trip in your country.

Visited June 2013
"Castles of Zemgale"
Reviewed July 5, 2012
Andy from USA
I recommend tour to Sigulda in fall. The season makes the environment one of the most beautiful landscapes I've ever seen. We walked in the Gauja National Forest, in the caves of Sigulda, visited castles and met some of the history of Latvia. In addition, Rihards and Sergejs are friendly, pleasant and very funny. I really loved the tour.
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