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Budget Backpacking Trip from Riga (1 Day) Theme: Maximize the Turaida experience while minimizing costs using public transportation. • Morning (Travel and Access): Take an early morning train or bus from Riga to Sigulda. Walk or take a local bus from Sigulda village to the cable car station and head to Turaida. • Late Morning (Main Visit): Spend 2–3 hours exploring the Turaida Castle Museum Reserve. Pay the entrance fee to climb the tower and view the exhibitions. • Lunch (Budget-Friendly): Prepare a packed lunch or purchase affordable takeout from the Sigulda village market (before heading to Turaida). Enjoy your meal near the Folk Song Garden. • Afternoon (Free Attractions): Walk the nearby free trails, visit Gutmanis Cave, and save on cable car costs by walking back to Sigulda. • Evening (Return): Take a late afternoon/evening train or bus back to Riga.