Handwerker und Gerichte der Region Latgale

For the introduction into the Latvian craftsmanship make a visit to the Open-Air Ethnographic Museum in Riga where skilful masters will show you traditional skills.

Overnight in Riga.

Visit birch juice producer who shows how the birch juice is extracted and preserved. See Lielvarde Belt with ancient symbols. Go on Viking boat around the picturesque Koknese castle ruins.

Overnight in Gulbene area.

Visit hemp grower, goats farm, home-made beer producer and Latgale "black" ceramics workshops. Stop at Ludza Crafts Centre to see great hand-made products. Experience traditional sauna ritual.

Overnight in Aglona area.

Go to Aglona Basilica which is a pilgrimage place. Visit Bread Museum, a farm which produces tasty cheeses and healthy dairy products, a herbal tea grower and learn few health tips there.

Overnight in Daugavpils area.

Explore Daugavpils historic centre and impressive 19th century' s fortress, visit Lead Shot Factory where is a biggest shot tower in Europe. Enjoy the Baltic pearl - Rundale Palace.

Overnight in Riga.

Departure from Riga.