Latvian Traditions & the Baltic Spa of Jurmala
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Puerto
Riga, Letonia
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Nivel de actividad
Moderate
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Tipo de excursión
All
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Accesible para personas en silla de ruedas
No
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A partir de
$89
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Edad mínima
Information Not Currently Available
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Duración
Approximately 3½ Hours
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Comidas incluidas
Meals included
Jurmala's first full-fledged spa facility opened in 1838 at the request of Russian Czar Nicholas I, but nobles from Riga enjoyed the area's pristine white-sand beaches as early as the 17th century. Spas, wellness centers, hotels and homes designed in Art Nouveau style still stand today.
Discover the legacy of this picturesque seaside village for yourself. Travel by coach along the coastline west of Riga, past densely forested areas starkly contrasting with the sugar-white beaches and wide views of the Gulf of Riga.
Your guide will offer a fascinating commentary on Jurmala's history and architecture. A panoramic drive through Jurmala showcases the quiet, narrow streets. Modern mansions and charming wooden homes date from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, many adorned with elaborate flowerbeds.
Follow your guide on a walking tour along the seashore and up Jomas Street — the oldest street in Jurmala — to shops, beer gardens and cafés. Enjoy some free time to discover this coastal gem on your own.
Reboard your motorcoach for the scenic trip back to the ship.
Notes:
Terrain includes even and uneven surfaces, cobblestones, inclines, sand, gravel, grass, and steps. Wear comfortable walking shoes.