The Hill of Crosses, located near Siauliai city in Lithuania.
This place has a remarkable ambiance, and gratitude, wishes, dreams, and hopes are integral parts of this magic Hill that resembles the atmosphere of the Western wall of Jerusalem.
There have been several attempts to destroy the Hill, nevertheless, it survived as a sign of liberty and independence of Lithuania. Hill has become an important place for pilgrims all around the world.
In 1993 Pope John Paul II said a prayer about this Hill and gave a gift to Lithuania - a crucifix that was set up on the Hill. Later he referred to this special place in his many speeches.
The Hill of Crosses is a place of light and hope for its visitors!
On this trip, you will have a very well informed driver/guide, who will explain everything about this place. It will be a nice and pleasant day!
Additionally, you will be provided with a choice of excellent places to have lunch with traditional Lithuanian or modern cuisine during this tour.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Hotel pickup and drop-off
✔ On-board WiFi
✔ Bottled water
✔ English speaking driver/guide
✔ Transport by air-conditioned car or minivan
✖ Food and drinks
✖ Gratuities
Pickup Locations
1. Rija VEF Hotel
2. Mezaparks Hotel
3. Hotel Laro
4. NB Hotel
5. Keizarmezs
6. Hotel Augustine
7. Rafael Hotel Riga
8. Vilmaja
9. Revelton Suites Riga
10. Hotel Kaspars
11. Guest House Sampetera Maja Riga
12. Hotel Jurnieks
13. Felicia Hotel
14. Airport Hotel Mara
15. Ferienhaus Ezerzemes 2
16. Conference Hotel Tomo
17. Dubultmuiza
18. Annabella
19. Lidosta
20. TOSS Hotel
Additional Info: We will pick up and return from the Hotel, Port, or address in Riga city.
Itinerary
1
Kryziu Kalnas
The exact origins of Lithuania's Kryžių Kalnas, or the Hill of Crosses, remain a mystery. Just outside the northern city of Šiauliai, thousands of metal and wooden crosses—placed here for nearly two centuries—have found a home on the growing mound of religious fervor. Dangling rosaries chime in the blowing wind and provide a rolling soundtrack for icons of saints and photographs of revered local patriots. Despite many attempts to destroy it, this unusual pilgrimage site endures as a powerful testament to devotion.
Duration: 60 minutes
2
On the way back to Riga, we will stop at the Lithuanian-Latvian border for a photo shoot.
Duration: 10 minutes
3
St. Simeon’s and St. Anna’s Orthodox Cathedral
We will visit Jelgava for a sightseeing tour and the first place for the tour will be St. Simeon and St. St. Anne's Orthodox Cathedral, which is one of the most numerous Orthodox cathedrals worth visiting. It is only thanks to the support of local activists that it has been possible to restore not only its beautiful facade but also its charming interior.
Duration: 20 minutes
4
Pedestrian Bridge Mitava
You will have the opportunity to walk along the Driksa River, where a promenade has been built. This is a unique opportunity to compare how the locals live in the capital and in a small town.
Duration: 30 minutes
5
Jelgava Palace
One of the must-see sights in Jelgava is the Jelgava Castle, built by architect Francesco Bartolomeo Rastrelli in the 18th century for the ruler of Zemgale, Ernest Johann Byron.
Today, the castle houses the administration of the Latvian University of Agriculture and three of its nine faculties.
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional info
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Coffee stops and detours can be arranged with driver
