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Discover a world of local wines and meads! We invite you on a unique journey in the heart of Vilnius Old Town. This experience brings together history, tradition, and the finest creations of Lithuanian wine and mead makers. During the tasting experience, you will enjoy: * Wines and meads crafted exclusively by small local producers, made from local fruits and berries. * Stories about Lithuanian wine and mead traditions, their production, and the people who keep these traditions alive today. * A fun challenge – become a flavor expert and try to guess which fruits or berries were used to make the wine you’re tasting! The tastings are guided by members of the Lithuanian National Winemakers’ Association, offering guests authentic first-hand stories and personal insights into the craft.

Get a real local experience and visit the oldest market in Vilnius. Stop by local bakers, buchers, cheese or wine makers, get the taste of authentic products that might not be available in your country or even bring some with you home. Everyone find something interesting and delicious. Meet the locals, ask them questions and bring home the real flavour of Lithuania. Highlights: • Get the best local experience • Meet local crafters • Taste authentic handmade products that might not be available in your country • Visit 4 or 5 different places and try the best taste of Lithuanian cheese, meat and juice taste • Visit the oldest market in Vilnius

Get to know a local Vilnius family by dining with them in their own home. This private dinner offers an intimate experience of Lithuanian culture and cuisine, with a homecooked, seasonal meal based on traditional family recipes, along with lively conversation. This is a special opportunity to see a real slice of life in Vilnius.

NB! If you have any allergies or food intolerances, please let us know during registration or email us hello@vilniuswithlocals.com Embark on a culinary adventure in Vilnius, where centuries-old food traditions continue as the contemporary flavors. Let’s explore the rich tapestry of the Lithuanian menu: influenced by various nations, historical nuances and the Baltic lifestyle, our culinary delights extend much further than potato or meat dishes. You will indulge with Lithuanian nibbles & beverages, which for the most part are still loved by the locals. *Bear in mind, that the tour is done in one/two bite tastings, thus the aim of the tour is to introduce you with the diverse flavors of our cuisine, so that after the tour your tummy is prepared for the heavier dinner :)

Be welcomed into the home of a local and get hands-on experience preparing traditional Lithuanian cuisine with this cooking class in Vilnius. Choose a lunch or dinner experience to suit you and avoid hidden costs with all ingredients included in the price. Afterwards, sit down with your host to enjoy what you’ve cooked and take the opportunity to chat about all things Lithuanian.

Explore the historic city streets of Lithuania’s capital while avoiding the crowds of tourists and locals on this small-group morning tour. Wander through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town, taking in popular landmarks and hidden gems that most tourists miss, all while sipping on a freshly brewed cup of tea or coffee. This tour is not recommended for travelers with heart problems or serious medical conditions.

Discover the city on a private tour made just for you. In the historic city of Trakai, in a traditional Karaites home, you will cook and taste kybyns, prepared together with the chief and representative of the Karaites community and kitchen. In the cozy home, you will become acquainted with old-lived history, traditions and the culture of Karaites in Lithuania. You will also find out secrets of kybyns and learn a special technique to roll out a dough. Through a fun and easy lesson you will get to know more about this unique meal, the secrets of which are transferred from generation to generation of Karaites families. Finally, you will enjoy the unique taste of kybyn made by yourself together with some delicious soup.

Lithuania Minor or Prussian Lithuania is a historical ethnographic region of Lithuania. This region has different traditions as it was influenced by the Teutonic Order, the Duchy of Prussia, and the German Empire. The wheel of history has turned, but signs of the times remain. This is where the best shipbuilders and net weavers live; this is where the most fish are caught, and the best fish soup is made. In this private tour, you can taste the most authentic local bites of the traditional and modern Lithuanian cuisine and discover culture of the unique Lithuania Minor region.

An interactive culinary education program in Vilnius invites participants to create traditional Lithuanian cepelinai in a cozy and informal setting. This hands-on experience fosters teamwork and laughter as groups engage in grating, shaping, cooking, and tasting. Ideal for families, friends, and team-building activities, participants share stories while learning about Lithuania's rich culinary culture. Everyone leaves with a homemade cepelinai recipe and unforgettable memories of collaboration and camaraderie.

Discover unforgettable moments on the Curonian lagoon: explore, celebrate, and relax with our boat trips from Klaipeda. Embark on a journey to charming fishing villages, indulge in waterfront dining, and behold breathtaking views. Elevate your celebrations with our private events, perfect for intimate gatherings and special occasions.

Premium quality craft beer exclusively from the best local breweries. During the degustation you will taste 6 different local Lithuanian craft beer, find out different flavours and styles. Tasting session will be lead by professional beer enthusiasts who started with the beer brewing experiments themselves and now are eager to share their knowledge with you. Don't miss the chance to ask – all your questions about beer or brewing process will be answered. Highlights: • Taste 6 different Lithuanian craft beer • Get to know more about small local breweries and taste their production  • Find out the secrets of beer making • Feel the most delicate difference of craft beer tastes • Spend your time with beer professionals • Get all answers about craft beer

This private walking tour of Vilnius offers a chance to get to know the city while tasting a variety of Lithuanian beers. Your guide will take you through Vilnius’ Old Town, sharing facts about the history and culture of the city while you visit a selection of local bars to sample the brews. Beer lovers won’t want to miss this tour.

Visit one of the biggest goat cheese farm in Lithuania which specialises in cheese and goat meat production. Taste variety of ecological cheese types produced in the farm. The five impressive Kernavė hills are one of the largest archaeological expositions in the open air, full of historical finds. Ironically, it is located on a relatively small 194 hectare piece of land, where the abundance of cultural values remains. The landscape formed in the course of history, is a testimony to the cultures that have existed in this area throughout 11 thousand years – from the late Paleolithic times (IXc. B.C.) to the present day.