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Kaunas (/ˈkaʊnəs/; Lithuanian: [ˈkɐʊˑnɐs] ( listen); also see other names) is the second-largest city in Lithuania and has historically been a leading centre of Lithuanian economic, academic, and cultural life. Kaunas was the biggest city and the centre of a county in Trakai Municipality of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania since 1413. In the Russian Empire, it was the capital of the Kaunas Governorate from 1843 to 1915. It served as temporary capital of Lithuania during the interwar period, while the traditional capital of Vilnius was part of Poland between 1920 and 1939. During that period Kaunas has been nicknamed the Little Paris because of rich cultural and academic life, fashion, construction of countless Art Deco, Lithuanian National Romanticism architectural style buildings as well as popular furniture, interior design of the time and widespread café culture. The city interwar architecture is regarded as one of the finest examples of the European Art Deco and received the European Heritage Label, it also resulted in naming Kaunas the first city in Central and Eastern Europe as a UNESCO City of Design. In 2022, Kaunas will be the European Capital of Culture, together with the Luxembourgish city of Esch-sur-Alzette.
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1. A hike in Kaunas reservoir regional park
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There are not many tourist-dedicated hiker trails near Kaunas and some of the most amazing wild nature sights are hard to find without a local. I will guide you through Kaunas most valued natural and man-made sights, located in Kaunas reservoir regional park, and give you a eco-friendly angle on them. We will taste wild edible plants, examine rocks and chat as we go. The gem stone of the hike is Dubrava nature reserve which is one of only 5 nature reserves in Lithuania.
Inclusions: We will prepare open fire cooked meal (vegan available), Bottled water, Bus tickets
Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages
2. Kaunas Old Town tour
During Kaunas Old Town tour you will be introduced in rich history and culture of one of the oldest cities in Lithuania. Kaunas Old Town is full of magnificent different architectural styles buildings from XIV to XVIII ages. It is very cozy and calm place to relax and explore one of the most amazing places in whole Lithuania. Tour lasts 1,5 hour.
Inclusions: Guide services
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3. Kaunas Tour: Love Stories
On this 2 hours tour you discover Kaunas old town and get to know a romantic, cozy and mysterious city. Follow your guide and walk through Laisvės avenue, which has always been the most popular place for dating and visit the “White Swan”. You will also find out about the honeymoon and the love story of two young people – Aleksota and Kaunas. Your guide will reveal the secrets of Kaunas castle and old cloistral buildings, as well as Bona Sforza’s secrets and the recipe of Bernardinai fish pie. You also will try to solve mystery of the confluence of the Neris and Nemunas.
Inclusions: Guide
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4. Kaunas Old Town: 2-Hour Ghost Tour
The rumors about tinkling chains in the catacombs of Kaunas Castle are just a small part of the mystery that surrounds Kaunas Old Town. On a 2-hour ghost tour, you’ll walk through the historic area and hear even more legends, and about ghosts coming out after darkness falls to tell their secrets. You’ll hear about the cruel punishments that awaited those who ran afoul of city officials, bloody fights between Catholics and Lutherans, vandalism, theft of the city treasury, and Jewish-Catholic troubles that ended in massacre. See where the famous Kaunas smuggler lived, learn about the dirty practices of the St. Casimir Society, and hear some strange stories about witch hunting!
Inclusions: Experienced guide
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5. Kaunas Modernism Architecture Tour
Modernism architecture of interwar period Kaunas emerged between 1919-1939. In only 20 years around 12,000 buildings were built. In the beginning of 20th century Kaunas was not very well developed. There was no water or drainage system. Lots of poverty. Everything changed when Lithuania lost the capital and Kaunas became the only temporary capital in the world. In this walking tour you'll learn about the history of interwar period of Lithuania and visit the most iconic buildings of Modernism architecture. Come along. We have plenty of stories to tell.
Inclusions: Professional Guide
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Reviewed By Lisa M
Lovely trip to the Museum, leave 2 plus hours to look around. The museum cost 3 euros per person and buses can be used to get there for 1 Euro. The Museum focuses on invasion of Lithuania both by German and Russian armies. It looks at the history of the fort and it’s use as an extermination camp in the Second World War.
6. Kaunas Private Walking Tour
The second-largest city in Lithuania is strategically placed at the confluence of two rivers Neris and Nemunas. The Old Town of Kaunas is an outstanding archaeological monument and an architectural masterpiece comprising Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque styles. Discover the beautiful Town hall also known as White Swan, surrounded by small cozy houses. Join us for a walk to discover more about the rich history and culture of one of the oldest cities in Lithuania.
Inclusions: Local Guide who will be with your group only, Private guided Tour, Possible customizing on tour with your local guide on the spot
Exclusions: Gratuities, Entrance Fee
