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The capital city of Lithuania, Vilnius is a city with many cultural and historical attractions to explore, but also more than a few quirks best explained by a Vilnius local. With this tour, you can organize with your Lokafyer guide in advance what you’d like to see and to do in Vilnius to tailor your visit. Experience a new, more personal approach to travel that prioritizes local perspectives.

Instead of working out how to best explore the Old Town and Uzupis neighborhoods of Vilnius, on this private guided walking tour, visit a curated selection of local landmarks and attractions. Visit the independent artists' republic near the Old Town, discover hidden gems across the city that most tourists miss, wander through the historic Cathedral Square, and much more.

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.

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.

Explore both the ancient and modern corners of Vilnius on this half-day tour with comfortable minivan. Your guide will share interesting information about UNESCO-listed Vilnius' history, architecture, culture, and modern life. Highlights include Cathedral Square, the Gate of Dawn, the Uzupis, and other must-see stops.

Welcome to Lithuania - one of the countries of the former Soviet Union. For those who are interested in Soviet era, Vilnius has a lot to see. The quarters outside the center of Vilnius with those gray Soviet buildings always remind of the Soviet Union. During the provoking and informative tour with a local guide you will find out how Lithuanians lived in the Soviet era. This tour is also about the national resistance and Lithuanian people‘s urge for independence. The KGB museum and Tuskulėnai memorial park contain one of the saddest parts of history, nevertheless it testifies about the strength of Lithuanian people. You will see places like: • Vilnius Palace of Concerts and Sports; • Post Soviet quarters • Vilnius Palace of Culture; • Tuskulėnai memorial park; • KGB museum • and much more. If you are ready, jump into minivan (there's enough space for 7 persons) and discover all the most important Soviet sights in just half a day.

Spend a day exploring the Curonian Spit, a 99-kilometer sand-dune peninsula between Lithuania and Russia, separating the Baltic Sea from the Curonian Lagoon. Join a full-day tour from Klaipeda with a local guide to explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site. See impressive sand dunes, visit charming fishing villages, and discover the region’s unique landscapes. Learn about the Curonians, their traditions, and taste local smoked fish while traveling in a small, comfortable group. Plan: 1. 9:30 Start in Klaipeda (DFDS Terminal) 2. Ferry to the Curonian Spit 3. Amber Bay (historic amber mining site) 4. Hill of Witches 5. Cormorant colony 6. The Dead Dunes 7. Russian–Lithuanian border (Lithuanian part) 8. Nida Dunes & Sun Clock 9. Smoked fish lunch at the local fish restaurant 10. Boat trip in the Curonian Lagoon (April 18 – October 18, for groups of 4+) 11. Nida promenade 12. Thomas Mann Museum 13. Nida beach 14. Return to Klaipėda 15. Klaipėda overview 16. 18:10 End at DFDS terminal

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.

This private scooter tour of Vilnius offers a fun and active way to take in the city’s sights. Led by a local guide, you’ll cruise through the UNESCO-listed Old Town on an electric scooter, admiring the city’s mix of Gothic, baroque, and Renaissance architecture as you learn all about Lithuania’s capital. Perfect for travelers with limited time, this tour leaves most of your day open for further activities.

Save time and money while sightseeing at the Hill of Crosses by combining a full-day tour with one-way transportation from Vilnius to Riga. After your visit to the Hill of Crosses, one of Lithuania’s most popular destinations, continue into Latvia and see the magnificent Rundale Palace and the medieval Bauska Castle. Your tour ends with drop-off at your Riga hotel.

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.

Discover the UNESCO-listed landscapes of the Curonian Spit National Park without the hassle of arranging your own transportation on this small-group shore excursion. Maximize your limited time in Lithuania as you explore the historic villages of Juodkrante and Nida, learn more about Lithuanian folk culture at the Mizgiriai Amber Gallery, and take in the views from the Parnidis Dune.

Discover Klaipeda from a different perspective by taking to the Dane River and paddling around the city in a handmade cedar strip canoe. This small-group tour provides insight into Klaipeda's history and a glimpse of the city's industrial side at the old Memel fortifications and offers the chance to get up close and personal with the Meridianas ship, built in 1948.

Discover the history of the Kaunas IX Fort Museum during a guided tour. This experience offers introduction to one of the most important historical sites in Lithuania. Visitors can choose from three tour options: Kaunas Fortress Tour – focuses on the history of the fortress and includes access to the defensive wall, which is not open to visitors without a guide. Short Overview Tour – introduction to the Kaunas Fortress, the period of the Lithuanian hard labor prison, and the Holocaust, including access to the defensive wall. Holocaust Tour – focuses on the mass executions of Jews at the IX Fort and provides an overview of the Holocaust in Lithuania (this tour does not include the defensive wall). All tours last 1 hour and 15 minutes and cost 50€ per group. Please note that all visitors must also purchase entrance tickets at the museum ticket office: Adults – 8€ Discounts are available for children, students, and seniors.

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.

Vilnius has so many historic sights that it’s tough to find a tour that fits everything your party wants to see into one itinerary. On this private small-group walking tour, your guide will customize the tour to your specific tastes, even going so far as offering totally different day and nighttime options. Explore Vilnius Cathedral or Vilnius’s historic old town in daylight hours, or try out cocktails and the city’s best clubs in the moonlight.

The Curonian Spit is a 61-mile (98-kilometer) sand-dune spit that runs between Lithuania and Russia, separating the Baltic Sea from a lagoon. Embark on a day-long adventure to explore the highlights of the national park on this private tour. Take a ferry to the sand dunes, visit the Russian-Lithuanian border, admire the natural landscapes, take a guided tour of Old Town Klaipeda, and more over the course of the day. Upgrade to include a boat trip on the Curonian Lagoon and/or a smoked fish lunch at a local restaurant.

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.

The Hill of Crosses and Rundale Palace are two of Lithuania’s highlights on the way to Riga, but it can be tricky to tick off both without a car. On this full-day private tour, enjoy a one-way transfer from your Vilnius hotel to Riga, with stops at both attractions. Learn about the history of Lithuania and Latvia from your driver and pause at The Hill of Crosses and Rundale Palace before finishing your day in Riga.

This private walking tour offers a vivid sense of life in Vilnius under the rule of the Soviet Union. You’ll learn all about the history of the Soviet occupation of Lithuania from the 1940s until 1990, while visiting evocative landmarks that highlight topics like communal housing, propaganda, and deportations. The tour includes lunch at a Soviet-style canteen to complete the immersive experience.

Soviet history buffs and fans of the HBO series Chernobyl will enjoy this tour of the show’s filming locations in Vilnius. Your guide will take you to the district of Fabijoniškės, which stood in for the Ukrainian nuclear power plant city of Pripyat in the series. You’ll learn about the nuclear disaster and what life was like under Soviet occupation. The tour ends at a former KGB prison that now serves as the Museum of Occupations and Freedom Fights.

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.

Travel back in time and uncover the medieval history of Vilnius, exploring the city’s past and its legendary rulers. From ancient settlers to the Grand Dukes, this tour offers a captivating look at how Vilnius and Lithuania developed through the centuries. Your adventure begins at the monument of Grand Duke Gediminas, where you’ll meet your guide, easily recognizable by a yellow sign, umbrella, or bag. During the first hour, you’ll explore key historical sites, including the Old Arsenal, the National Museum and Gediminas Castle (viewed from below, without climbing the hill). Along the way, you’ll learn about Lithuania’s first inhabitants, the Baltic tribes and much more! Next, step inside Vilnius Cathedral and descend beneath its grand halls into the crypts. These chambers hold centuries-old secrets, from noble burials to hidden stories waiting to be revealed. Learn about the significance of the Cathedral, the rulers laid to rest here, and the mysteries that still linger.

Cycle through historic city squares and admire beautiful lakes, forests, and palaces on this mountain bike tour of Vilnius. The small-group tour offers an invigorating way to see the city up close while getting some exercise. Your tour guide will take you past major city sites like Vilnius Cathedral Square and Tuskulenai Peace Park before taking you into Verkiai Regional Park to admire its sparkling Green Lakes, then finally winding through the historic Antakalnis district.