Gourmet tour in Gauja National Park

Go on a gourmet tour in Gauja National Park!Feel the local, subtle tastes on your tongue. Visit local wineries, breweries and MICHELIN rated restaurants.1) Krimulda manor, as it should, makes its own wine and calvados "Cremon" from local high quality berries and fruits. Here you will learn wine and calvados making process, taste the delicious drinks and hear some historical stories. The wine of Krimulda Manor is made from the local forest and garden berries – lingonberries, cranberries, raspberries, black currants, gooseberries, sea buckthorn berries, as well as dandelion and lilac flowers.After the degustation enjoy meal in Krimulda manor cafe "Mily" and get to know Krimulda manor, that nowdays serves as a rehabilitation centre.2) Futher we invite you to drive to Līgatne winery to enjoy unusual degustation in sandstone cliff cellar cave - in one of countless cellar caves in the charming Līgatne village. Līgatne Winery is always full of bustle – it is the place where aromatic wines saturated with wonderful flavours are produced from delicious natural products gathered in Latvia. Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, red currants, black currants, gooseberries, cloudberries growing in marshes and even juicy rowan berries are turning there in sophisticated drinks. Besides that, also plums, pears and rhubarbs are used in production of delicious wines.Discover the local area of Līgatne Winery by going on a walk to discover small bridges, one of the fastest river in Latvia - Līgatne river, sandstone outcrops and fish spaw trail at Ānfabrika cliff.3) Enjoy fine restaurant H.E.Vanadziņš. The Northen restaurant is a notable dining spot located in the heart of the old town of Cēsis, Latvia. The restaurant is well-regarded for its Northern European cuisine, offering a unique culinary experience that combines local flavors with sophisticated cooking techniques. Under the guidance of chef Edgars Rubenis, H.E. Vanadziņš offers a menu that emphasizes local and seasonal ingredients, presenting dishes that reflect the culinary traditions of the region with a modern twist. The menu includes a variety of options from hearty main courses to delightful desserts, ensuring a memorable dining experience for all guests​.Enjoy the authentic spirit of Cēsis old town by a walk. We suggest to walk the winding streets among St.John Church, Rose Square, Līvu Square, Vienības Square, House of Princesses, Cēsis Concert Hall and much more!4) After tasteful visits in local wineries lets head to craft brewery - Valmiermuiža Brewery!Visitors are guided through the brewery, where they get an up-close look at the brewing process. This includes a visit to the brewhouse, fermentation tanks, and bottling lines. Detailed explanations are provided about each step of the brewing process, from the selection of raw ingredients to the final product. A key part of the tour is the degustation (tasting) session. Visitors can sample a variety of Valmiermuiža's beers, guided by an expert who explains the distinct characteristics of each brew. This includes notes on flavor profiles, ingredients, and brewing techniques.After you know witch drinks are your favorite, buy the drinks in the local Valmiermuiža Brewery shops. The shop is very special with offering you to buy other local, made in Latvia drinks, snacks, tablewere, cosmetics and more!Finish the tour with pampering stay in elegant hotels, cozy guest houses and holiday houses.