Top Lithuania Day Trips

Discover the religious, cultural, and political significance of one of Lithuania’s most sacred sites—the Hill of Crosses—on this full-day tour from Vilnius. Admire the hundreds of crosses that cover the hillside, learn about the UNESCO-listed tradition of cross making, and explore the Great Battle District to hear more about Lithuania’s fight for independence.

Enjoy a hassle-free arrival in Vilnius with this private transfer service. Meet your driver at Vilnius International Airport, and relax on the journey to your hotel or private residence. Transport is by private, climate-controlled vehicle.

Make the most of your time in Vilnius with a full-day tour of the top landmarks outside the city, including the Paneriai Holocaust Memorial, Trakai Island and its castle on a lake, Kernave, the first capital of Lithuania and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Don’t forget your camera: This tour features panoramic views of the countryside and Lithuania’s natural landscape. Round-trip hotel transport is included for your convenience.

Get an overview of Soviet rule in Vilnius during this 2 to 2.5-hour walking tour of the Lithuanian capital. See highlights such as Lukiškių Square, the Gediminas Monument, and the former KGB headquarters while listening to your guide's commentary on what life was like there under Soviet rule. You'll also see famous Soviet-era buildings, including the former Palace of Concerts and Sport, Opera and Ballet Theatre, and the House of Scientists.

If you don’t know the history behind the Jewish quarter of Lithuania’s capital city, you could miss out on a lot while exploring on your own. Opt instead to travel with a guide during this Vilnius Jewish cultural tour, and listen to stories from WWII. Walk on foot through the former Jewish quarter, and gain a better understanding for the significance of this area.

Explore Lithuania’s rich heritage on this 5-hour small-group sightseeing tour to Paneriai Memorial Park and Trakai Castle from Vilnius. Visit the Paneriai Memorial Park with a guide and gain insight into Lithuania’s World War II history. Enjoy panoramic countryside views on route to Trakai, home to the imposing Trakai Island Castle. Take a guided tour of the castle and learn of its role as Lithuania’s military and political center. Admire ancient treasures from the country’s colorful history in the museum and enjoy free time to explore before returning to Vilnius.

The former underground missile base is newly opened after the reconstruction and hosts the Cold War Museum (reconstruction funds were allocated from the European Structural Funds). Tourists can visit the underground and the missile silos labyrinth and get knowledge of the Cold War period, propaganda strategies, consequences of the nuclear explosions and the life in the military base. The tour includes exploring the city of Palanga town. In Palanga, you will visit the Botanical Garden with the Amber Museum, see Sea Bridge, Basanavicius Street, the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and other points of interests.

Cultural treasures await in Lithuania on this enriching day tour. Begin at the serene Hill of Angels, where wooden sculptures create a unique open-air gallery, offering stunning views of Galvė Lake. Next, visit the elegant Užutrakis Manor, a neoclassical masterpiece set in lush gardens, with picturesque views of Trakai Castle. Finally, explore the enchanting Trakai Island Castle, a historic fortress that tells the story of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. This tour is perfect for history buffs, nature enthusiasts, and families alike, with options for local guides and traditional Karaim lunch. - Visit three iconic cultural sites in one day - Perfect for history, culture, and nature lovers - Local guide or audio guide options available - Suitable for all ages with minimal walking required

Discover the Lithuanian capital of Vilnius and the medieval Trakai Castle—both UNESCO World Heritage sites—on this full-day tour. See the Gate of Dawn, St Anne’s Church, and Cathedral Square on a guided tour of Vilnius; visit the Paneriai memorial Museum; and explore the fairy-tale castle of Trakai, on the shores of Lake Galvė.

Focus on the culture and nature of Lithuania during this full-day private tour to Kaunas Rumsiskes and the Pazaislis Monastery from Vilnius. This multi-stop tour is made easy with round-trip transportation, which eliminates the need for a rental car. Learn about the ethnographic regions of Lithuania at the Rumsiskes Open-Air Museum, take a deep dive into the country's history while touring Kaunas, and learn about religious history at the Pazaislis Monastery.

Venture outside the city limits of Vilnius to explore some key landmarks in the surrounding areas. This full-day private tour visits the Paneriai Holocaust Memorial Park, the picturesque Trakai Island Castle, and the second largest Lithuanian city of Kaunas, home to the Pazaislis Monastery. This tour gives visitors a deeper understanding of Lithuania’s rich history and culture from various important eras.

Discover the stunning beauty and rich cultural heritage of Klaipeda and the Curonian Spit with our expertly guided shore excursion. From massive dunes and charming seaside resorts to fascinating museums and noteworthy attractions, this is one of the most unique and unforgettable tours in Europe.

Venture north of Vilnius to explore eastern Lithuania and discover many interesting points in the country. Visit the Geographical Center of Europe in Purnuskes, the Ethno-Cosmology Museum which relates man to the cosmic world, Labanoras National Park, the Museum of Ancient Beekeeping in Stripeikiai, and much more. This tour is a great opportunity to learn more about Lithuania’s natural landmarks, history, and culture.

Explore Dzūkija County on this 1-day south Lithuania tour from Vilnius. Visit the 16th-century village of Pirčiupiai with a guide and gain insight into Lithuania’s rich history. Admire imposing Soviet-era statues in Grūtas Park. Take a step back in time at the ethnographic village in Zervynos and see how life played out in centuries passed. Discover top attractions such as the Eye of Ūla and the Merkinė Hill Fort in the Dzūkija National Park, and gaze over the Neman River. Then, discover 17th-century treasures in the historic village of Liškiava.

Experience the UNESCO World Heritage site of Curonian Spit National Park, where the elements carved out this narrow strip of land over millions of years, on this small-group canoe tour. Discover migrating dunes, wildlife, and old fishing villages, as you make your way to the Pervalka Lighthouse. Glide through the waters on a cedar canoe, indulge in a delicious picnic, and immerse yourself in the beautiful scenery over the course of the day.

In 1939, when officials in Kremlin were drawing borders around the Vilnius region that was to be returned to Lithuania, Stalin's pipe was lain on the map. Everyone was to scared to move it away, so they simply drew the line around the pipe. We are offering an enjoyable day tour from Vilnius to the isthmus surrounded by the Belarus border. Unique region of Lithuania frozen in time. Beautiful nature, castles, mounts, old churches, nature landmarks and border secured zone is waiting us during a day adventure to the forgotten corner of Europe.

The main attraction of the tour is Cold War Museum near Plateliai. Cold War Museum is located in the former Soviet Union`s complex of ballistic missile silo launch. Since 1963 up to 1978, there had been deployed four medium- range ballistic missiles SS-4, armed with 2-megaton power thermonuclear warheads. These missiles, together with the nearby terrestrial platforms of analogue missile launching, had created a common Soviet nuclear armament group in Lithuania, which was able to destroy all the Europe.

When in Klaipeda, one of the most thorough ways to explore the Curonian Spit without missing any of it is to book this private tour. Your guide and driver take care of all the logistics so you don’t need to navigate or stress out on the details. Sit back and relax in your minibus or car while you visit hotspots like Amber Bay, the Dead Dunes, Thomas Mann Museum, and much more, all the while hearing local legends from your guide.

This Vilnius–Riga transfer tour covers important sights along the route: the Hill of Crosses, the majestic Rundāle Palace, and historic Bauska Castle. This full-day tour from Vilnius to Riga offers a comfortable journey through key historical and cultural landmarks in Lithuania and Latvia. The first stop is the Kaunas Sugihara Museum, where visitors learn about the diplomat Chiune Sugihara’s heroic actions during World War II. The route continues to the Hill of Crosses, a unique symbol of faith and national identity. After crossing into Latvia, the tour visits Rundale Palace, one of the finest Baroque ensembles in Northern Europe. The final destination is Bauska Castle, showcasing medieval architecture and regional history. A professional guide accompanies you throughout the trip, ensuring a smooth and informative transfer to Riga. Please note before booking the tour! Off season time November till April not all the museum open every day. Most of them closed every Monday and Tuesday

Visit the mysterious Siauliai Hill of Crosses and Rundale Palace on a full-day, private tour from Vilnius to sites in both Lithuania and Latvia. Choosing a private tour gives you the flexibility to see each destination at your own pace without being limited by a group schedule; take your time to walk, take photos, and explore before returning to the city.

Venture to Lithuania’s coast to explore Curonian Spit National Park on this full-day tour. On the way to the coast stop at the “Hill of Witches” in Juodkrante to learn about this mythical area. Once at the coast, walk along the sand dunes of this 100-kilometer peninsula and visit the fishing village of Nida. Learn about the local culture and sample some fresh, smoked fish before heading back to Vilnius.

Lithuania’s Curonian Spit, a UNESCO-listed thread of land stretching out into the Baltic Sea, offers a unique landscape of pristine beaches, lush forests, and massive sand dunes. It’s a long way from Vilnius, but this tour makes it easy to visit Curonian Spit National Park on a day trip from the capital. Led by a private guide, you’ll see the spit’s essential sites while learning about the region’s history and legends.

Approach, observe and admire landscapes of Untouched Sand Dunes which lie in Naglių strict nature sanctuary at Curonian spit which is listed as UNESCO world heritage site. Your local guide will lead you in a small group of canoe paddlers 9 km along array of the biggest and highest dunes in Europe, where walking is forbidden. You will observe the wildlife from close distance without disturbing it. In wind favoured conditions you might get lucky to admire Sea Eagles which love to use thermal winds comming up from the land.