Self Guided Walking Holiday in Vilnius 4 days
- Reconnect with nature while staying close to the city;
- Enjoy a short getaway from a busy city life;
- Visit the only historical national park in Europe
If you want a short getaway and enjoy spending time in nature but would also like to spend some time in the capital of Lithuania - this is a tour for you. During the daytime you will explore two different locations near Vilnius. Self guided format will let you to choose your own pace so you will be able to decide which of the beautiful areas you would like to enjoy for longer. In the evenings you will be back to Vilnius where you will be able to explore the city on your own or try some local experiences.
This tour includes accommodation and walking route maps and descriptions.
Day 1 - Arrival to Vilnius
Arriving to Vilnius. Optional Airport transfer to Hotel. Overnight in Vilnius.
If you arrive earlier - take an easy walk around the old town. Otherwise, you can book extra day to explore Vilnius more.
Optional dinner in Vilnius 6 course Lithuanian historical dinner.
Overnight in Vilnius
Day 2 - Walking Pavilniai regional park
Today you will explore a regional park which is within Vilnius city boundaries. You will take a short train ride, will walk along the river, walk up and down some hills and through the forests - and everything without really going out of town.
Pavilniai Regional Park is a protected area that includes the 65 m height Puckoriai rock exposure at the Vilnia river valley. 20 thousand years old formations are visible from the lower side after 1 km easy hike from a restaurant located in a former mill.
Walking 4 h, 10 km
Public transport: Vilnius train station - Pavilnio st. (7 min)
Optional beer tasting in Vilnius.
Overnight in Vilnius
Day 3 - From Vilnius to the Countryside among the Lakes
Today after a short train ride you will find yourself in the cosy medieval town surrounded by picturesque lakes and forests.
Trakai, located 30 km from Vilnius is a historical capital of Lithuania and it’s beauty leaves no one indifferent.
Locals take a day trip there and we invite you for one as well. See Trakai Castle, lakes and beautiful views around. Trakai used to be a medieval residence of Lithuanian Grand Dukes. Once a significant and powerful town, nowadays the town is enjoying tranquility and the status of summer resort with its only 5000 residents. The town is also famous for it's karaim community living here since 14th century who make "kibinai" the best local pastries in the area.
This day offers two hikes to choose - a shorter one around the Trakai town and peninsula and a longer one with an extension to Varnikai Reserve that will lead you through an old forest and meadow offering nature lovers an opportunity to enjoy spectacular views and the rich natural biodiversity found here.
Walking:
Short route - 2 h, 7 km
Long route - 5 h, 15 km
Public transport: Vilnius train station - Trakai - Vilnius
Overnight in Vilnius
Day 4 - Departure
Optional transfer to the airport.
Optional post tour accommodation available if you want to spend some more time in Lithuania’s capital.
Departure.
- 3 nights at centrally located 3* hotel in Vilnius with breakfast
- Walking route maps and descriptions
- Plane tickets to and from Lithuania
- Arrival / Departure transfers
- Other transportation not mentioned in the description
- Food or drinks
- Entrances to museums
- Local guide during the hikes
OPTIONALS:
Private guided walking tour in Vilnius, 2,5 hours - 120€ per tour
Pre/post tour accommodation in Vilnius - 3* hotel - double room - 75€
Pre/post tour accommodation in Vilnius - 3* hotel - single room - 70€
Optional dinner in Vilnius 6 course Lithuanian historical dinner – 40 EUR per person
Optional beer tasting in Vilnius - 30 EUR per person
TRAVEL INFORMATION AND CONNECTING TRAVEL
Airports and airlines:
Vilnius (VNO)
Kaunas (KUN)
Palanga (PLQ)
Riga (RIX) – in Latvia, but convenient to reach Klaipėda
Direct flights:
Ryanair
Wizzair
Airbaltic
Lufthansa
SAS
Norwegian
MEALS
Breakfasts:
Included in the hotel in Vilnius
Lunch: prepacked lunch should be prepared in advance as there are no shops between the villages.
Dinner: dinner is not included
- More than 60 days before tour start date – 10% of tour price will be charged .10% is non-refundable, as this represents our direct cost of booking and preparing your tour.
- 59-35 days before tour start date – 25% of tour price will be charged. 25% is non-refundable, as this represents our direct cost of canceling any arrangements made for your tour.
- 34-22 days before tour start date – 75% of tour price will be charged. 75% is non-refundable, as this represents our direct cost of canceling any arrangements made for your tour.
- 21-0 days before tour start day – 100% of tour price will be charged. 100% is non-refundable, as this represents our direct cost of canceling any arrangements made for your tour.