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Discover the best top things to do in Kaunas County, Lithuania including Go on a pilgrimage from Riga - visit Siluva and Hill of Crosses!, Kaunas Rumsiskes and Pazaislis Monastery Full Day Tour from Vilnius, Private Tour of Kedainiai and Kaunas Old Town, Private Kaunas and Pazaislis Monastery Tour, Private 6-Hour Tour to the Rumsiskes Open-Air Museum from Vilnius, Route of John Paul II: Hill of Crosses, Tytuvenai, Shrine of our Lady of Siluva, Kaunas tour with transfer from Vilnius, Most Beautiful Christmas Trees of Lithuania, The IX Fort and the Hill of Crosses full-day private tour from Vilnius, Day tour to Rumsiskes open air museum, Kaunas and Panemune road and its castles.
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1. Go on a pilgrimage from Riga - visit Siluva and Hill of Crosses!
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Use a chance to visit one more country on your list while visiting Riga! We can stop on the border between Latvia and Lithuania so you can take a photo with signs (optional). At the Hill of Crosses, you will have a chance to purchase a cross (at very reasonable prices) from the local people, to leave on the hill or take with you as souvenirs. Please note that you can also bring a cross which you've made yourself if you'd prefer to do so! At the Hill, we will take you on a guided tour so you get to know some stories and legends that will help you appreciate this place better. After the guided tour, you will have free time to explore the place by yourselves without the guide. After the Hill of Crosses we'll be driving to town Siluva where you'll have a free time to visit the chapel which was built on top of the stone (it is still there in the centre of the chapel) where Blessed Virgin Mary appeared back in 1608! After free time in Siluva, we'll be heading back to Riga.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By LightPacker444030
We did a tour with Krista and Amber Tours to Rundale Palace in Latvia and the Hill of Crosses in Lithuania. Krista was an amazing guide who provided us with a lot of information and perspective on living in Riga. The drive seemed to fly by as we talked non-stop with Krista and learned a lot of about her culture and life in Latvia.
2. Kaunas Rumsiskes and Pazaislis Monastery Full Day Tour from Vilnius
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4.7 based on 7 reviews
Combine cultural and nature attractions during a private full-day tour. Explore Rumsiskes Open-Air Museum, with an exposition on the ethnographic regions of Lithuania; visit the historical sites of Kaunas, and wonderful 17th-century Pazaislis Monastery.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, All activities
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By Barry K
The company offers either a guided trip including castle museum @ 40 euros or an audio trip only @ £20 euros, the castle entrance fee is included on the former and excluded on the latter. We decided on the cheaper version and the recorded commentary was quite audible and reasonable. The castle is well worth seeing, I think it is the most visited place in Lithuania. You can take a boat trip on the lake around the castle for a reasonable 5 euros, it takes about 30 minutes. Comfortable, modern minibus and ran to the advertised times. It leaves from the Cathedral Square with a couple of other pick ups by prior arrangement. The Castle closed to the public on 13 March along with all other museums in Vilnius until further notice due to coronavirus but you can still walk round the outside on the island, hopefully the closure will not be for too long
3. Private Tour of Kedainiai and Kaunas Old Town
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
Step back in time with a visit to one of Lithuania’s oldest towns on this 8-hour tour of Kedainiai and Kaunas from Vilnius, including hotel pick-up. Enjoy the undivided attention of your private guide as you stroll around the timeworn streets and colorful merchant houses of Kedainiai Old Town, then uncover the rich history and heritage of Kaunas.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Transport by car for 1-2 pax, Transport by air-conditioned minivan for 3+ pax, Hotel pick-up and drop-off from centrally located hotels in Vilnius
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By Williams_Id
I was lucky to be the only person taking this trip on that day. My Guide Jurata was very friendly, and insightful. We spent time at the Kaunas Rumsiskes, where we visited various old Lithuanian settlements. We also toured the Pazaislis monastry as well as Kaunas Old town and castle. She took time to present the cultural and historical background behind the settlements. That did help in appreciating Lithuanian history as well as Lithuanian society historically and in contemporary times. Personally, it was one of the most insightful tour I have ever experienced. For me it was an amazing experience.
4. Private Kaunas and Pazaislis Monastery Tour
Kaunas is the second largest city in Lithuania and lies within 100 kilometers of Vilnius. It is situated at the confluence of the rivers Nemunas and Neris. Kaunas is charming not only for its historical buildings, green parks, but it is well known for its museums, counted over twenty with all their branches.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Transport by car for 1-2 pax, Transport by air-conditioned minivan for 3+ pax, Hotel pick-up and drop-off from hotels in central Vilnius
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities
Reviewed By Williams_Id
I was lucky to be the only person taking this trip on that day. My Guide Jurata was very friendly, and insightful. We spent time at the Kaunas Rumsiskes, where we visited various old Lithuanian settlements. We also toured the Pazaislis monastry as well as Kaunas Old town and castle. She took time to present the cultural and historical background behind the settlements. That did help in appreciating Lithuanian history as well as Lithuanian society historically and in contemporary times. Personally, it was one of the most insightful tour I have ever experienced. For me it was an amazing experience.
5. Private 6-Hour Tour to the Rumsiskes Open-Air Museum from Vilnius
Experience Lithuania’s heritage on a private, 6-hour tour of Rumsiskes’ open-air folk life museum, and see history come to life in a historic village. Depart from your Vilnius hotel and travel in an air-conditioned minivan with your personal guide. Walk through the museum’s four ‘regions,’ which include detailed reconstructions of traditional homes and workshops, and 80,000 exhibits spread across 40 acres (16 hectares).
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Hotel pick-up and drop-off from centrally located hotels in Vilnius
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By Williams_Id
I was lucky to be the only person taking this trip on that day. My Guide Jurata was very friendly, and insightful. We spent time at the Kaunas Rumsiskes, where we visited various old Lithuanian settlements. We also toured the Pazaislis monastry as well as Kaunas Old town and castle. She took time to present the cultural and historical background behind the settlements. That did help in appreciating Lithuanian history as well as Lithuanian society historically and in contemporary times. Personally, it was one of the most insightful tour I have ever experienced. For me it was an amazing experience.
6. Route of John Paul II: Hill of Crosses, Tytuvenai, Shrine of our Lady of Siluva
Day tour out of Vilnius to see follow Pope John Paul II pilgrimage trip in 1993. Full day tour will head to most sacred sites of Lithuania.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel drop-off, Hotel pickup
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By Williams_Id
I was lucky to be the only person taking this trip on that day. My Guide Jurata was very friendly, and insightful. We spent time at the Kaunas Rumsiskes, where we visited various old Lithuanian settlements. We also toured the Pazaislis monastry as well as Kaunas Old town and castle. She took time to present the cultural and historical background behind the settlements. That did help in appreciating Lithuanian history as well as Lithuanian society historically and in contemporary times. Personally, it was one of the most insightful tour I have ever experienced. For me it was an amazing experience.
7. Kaunas tour with transfer from Vilnius
During this tour we will visit provisional capital of Lithuania- Kaunas. Kaunas was the capital of Lithuania between two world wars. Now it is second largest city in Lithuania. It’s worth to explore old town, castles territory, modernism buildings and speak about prewar independent Lithuania and life of the people of that time. We will explore Kaunas old town with a castle, cozy streets, remains of the several churches, old president palace. Kaunas modernism is unique and becoming more and more famous. We will reach panoramic view of the city by old funicular. It’s possible to visit the Devils museum or Pazaislis monastery. I provide this tour from Vilnius with pickup and drop off to your hotel. If you stay in Kaunas, I can meet you at your hotel in Kaunas. Lunch and entrance tickets are not included in the price.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Fuel surcharge
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By Vilija T
As a royal city, it was first mentioned in 1323, by Grand Duke Gediminas. Everyone who visits Vilnius, learns the legend about the Iron Wolf and Gediminas, the founder of the city. No wonder, the Gediminas Tower on the hill serves the emblem of Lithuania. Today the Old Town of Vilnius covers a large area. Its attractive lanes and enclosed backyards are easy to reach from the main Cathedral or Town Hall squares. The reconstructed Royal Palace in Cathedral Square recalls the local nobility and royal figures, and their simple human passions. The country's rulers stayed here - Grand Lithuanian Dukes and Polish Kings, the successors of Gediminas-Jagiellon house. Through relationship by marriage, they were connected to the outstanding royal families of Habsburg in Austria, Sforza in Milan, the Vasa dynasty in Sweden and others. Amazingly, a real love story took place here in the 16th century between king Sigismund August and the beautiful widow Barbara Radziwill (Barbora Radvilaite) from an influential Lithuanian noble family. The Queen Barbora nowadays was elected the most prominent woman of Lithuania of all times... Having passed the Church of St. Ann, a tiny masterpiece of Gothic style, you will reach the Republic of Uzupis, situated on the banks of the River Vilnia (Uzupis means "the place beyond the river"). This is Vilnius Montmartre, an area of artists and people with a sense of humour. You can find the key postulates of the Republic of Uzupis Constitution, displayed on the street wall, likewise: "Everyone has the right to be happy. Everyone has the right to be unique...", etc.
8. Most Beautiful Christmas Trees of Lithuania
Beautiful tour visiting two biggest towns in Lithuania. Christmas spirit. Christmas tree Nr. 1 in Europe. Local guide-driver. Flexible schedule: possibility to stop at different panoramic stops. Beautiful architecture - UNESCO heritage illuminated at night. Picking up services: from door to door. Tour including walking and driving by car. Unforgettable pictures.
Inclusions: Private transportation, WiFi on board
Exclusions: Dinner
9. The IX Fort and the Hill of Crosses full-day private tour from Vilnius
Due to a state emergency to prevent the spreading of coronavirus, the IX fort museum is temporarily closed, but we still can see the memorial itself. Our tour is private with a number of people limited to 4. Already seen everything there is to be seen in Vilnius? Want to learn a bit more about Lithuanian history and visit some places outside of Vilnius? Look no further! This is one of the best options for your full-day experience out of the capital! - IX Fort - one of the largest Memorial Complexes in Europe also known as "Death Factory". - Hill of Crosses - national shrine and place of pilgrimage. - Enjoy all the benefits and flexibility of the private tour.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Personal attention from your driver/storyteller
Exclusions: Gratuities, Admission - IX Fort museum (not included)
Reviewed By Travelier_Sveta
It was the best choice to come from Vilnius to Riga with visiting all great point between cities. We saw frightful Hill of Crosses and amazing Rundale Palace Museum. I guess we wouldn't have visited these countrysides places without support. The good bonus for us was interesting Riga trip where we visited main sightpoints and squares. It was really helpful because we stayed in Riga for next 2 days and could plan our routes without advice, based on previous information. Thank you Vadim for our fruitfull tour!
10. Day tour to Rumsiskes open air museum, Kaunas and Panemune road and its castles
Full day scenic tour to Panemune and its castles including Rumsiskes open air museum. Be ready your photo camera is charged well for taking best pictures!
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Private transportation, Entrance tickets to the Open air Museum, Car permission to drive in to Open air museum, Bottled water, English speaking guide
Exclusions: Food , Tips
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