Top Lithuania Day Trips & Excursions

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 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.

Go snowshoeing in Neris Regional Park on this half-day winter tour from Vilnius. With a guide in the lead and all equipment included, it's easy to strike out into the pristine wilderness without worrying about navigation or directions. You can simply focus on the scenery, which includes dense woods, rolling hills, and the Neris River. Additionally, you'll visit, Kernave, the original capital of Lithuania and a UNESCO World Heritage site, followed up by a winter picnic to refuel.

Travel between Vilnius and Riga with ease and see the best of both cities on this full-day transfer tour. Depart from your Vilnius hotel and travel with a driver-guide to The Hill of Crosses. Learn about the area’s history. Afterwards, continue on to Rundale Palace and Bauska Castle. Your tour concludes at your Riga accommodation.

Discover the beauty of Lithuania’s stunning landscapes and you make your way between Vilnius and Trakai. Enjoy a 40-minute journey to this incredible land where you’ll learn about the Granc Duchy of Lithuania, the Battle of Grunwald and Vytautas the Great from your friendly, professional guide. This non-stop tour even includes free time to shop, relax and explore on your own!

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 tour, depart from your Vilnius hotel and travel by vehicle to both. 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.

Enhance your experience of Vilnius’ enchanting Old Town on a private 3-hour tour of the city’s most picturesque district. With a knowledgeable guide, stroll the ambient tangle of streets and gain fascinating insight into the city’s rich Jewish heritage. Hear of influential Jewish figures like the Gaon of Vilna and admire an incredible architectural array steeped in religious history. Receive the undivided attention of your guide on this private and customizable tour.

Explore the Lithuanian capital of Vilnius, the archaeological site of Kernave, and the historic city of Trakai on this full-day tour from Vilnius. After taking in the highlights of Vilnius’ UNESCO-listed Old Town, continue to see the ancient hill forts of Kernave, another UNESCO World Heritage site. Finally, visit the island castle of Trakai, set sail on a cruise around the lake (optional), and tuck into a traditional Lithuanian lunch at a local restaurant (own expense).

Get out of the city and visit Curonian Spit National Park with ease on this full-day tour. Depart from your Vilnius hotel in a private vehicle and make your way to the Lithuanian seaside. Stop at the Hill of Witches and learn about Lithuanian fairy tales. Stroll on sand dunes and admire the unique plants of the area.

Get a tour of Trakai Historical National Park focused on the castles and manors surrounding the park. History and culture lovers will be fascinated by the narrative surrounding these structures, including the manor house in Uzutrakis, the ruins of the medieval Peninsula Castle, the fairytale manor in Lentvaris, and Trakai Island Castle. Listen to guided commentary focused on the Russian Old Believers, the Karaims, and other local communities.

Spend the day away from the hustle and bustle of the city during this 4-hour  private tour from Vilnius to Trakai. Discover the beautiful 15th-century castle set upon an island learn about the culture of the Karaites, whose influence can be seen in the structures of Trakai. Spend your time admiring the beautiful Lithuanian countryside and surrounding lakes before heading back to the city.

Cover the classic destinations and landmarks of three Baltic countries—Latvia, Estonia, and Lithuania—over the course of eight days on this comprehensive tour. Planning an ambitious tour like this on your own could be overwhelming; booking this excursion means that everything is taken care of for you, and you won't miss a thing with a carefully curated itinerary. Highlights include Vilnius, Riga, Tallinn, Trakai, the Hill of Crosses, Samogitia National Park, and others.

Visit the mysterious Siauliai Hill of Crosses and Rundale Palace on a full-day, private tour from Vilnius to sites in both Lithuania and Latvia. Choosing a private tour gives you the flexibility to see each destination at your own pace without being limited by a group schedule; take your time to walk, take photos, and explore before returning to the city.

Visit the religious sites in and around Vilnius on this full-day pilgrim tour. Travel from your hotel in an air-conditioned minivan with your driver-guide and make your way to Siluva, where you can see the Basilica of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Stop by the Chapel of Apparition before continuing to Our Lady of the Angels and Bernardine monastery complex and the Hill of Crosses.

Benefit from personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this private tour on to Curonian Spit. This comprehensive full-day tour is ambitious in scope, with many stops, and may be difficult to undertake on your own. But booking this excursion means all the details are arranged for you. Visit UNSECO World Heritage Sites such as Parnidzio Dune, Witch Mountain, and Juodkrante, among others. Along the way, learn about the area's history and culture through commentary tailored to your interests.

Paddle on pristine lakes and explore Lithuania’s rich heritage on this scenic half-day kayak tour in Trakai. Take to the waters by kayak with a guide and admire fine views over 14th-century Trakai Island Castle — widely considered the region’s top attraction. During your tour, explore three interconnected lakes and discover famous landmarks including Užutrakis Manor on the shore of Lake Galvė. Following a picnic lunch, enjoy free time for a swim on one of Lake Skaistis’ islets then take a stroll through the gardens of Užutrakis Manor.

Take a full-day small-group tour from the capital of Lithuania to the famous Hill of Crosses in the north. This pilgrimage point has attracted visitors for hundreds of years and the result is thousands of crosses planted upon a hill. Visit this mysterious place to learn about its history and see where Pope John Paul II held the largest mass that Lithuania has ever seen.

Discover the legends and stories of Lithuania on this full-day tour from Vilnius. Head north towards Siauliai, Lithuania's fourth largest city, to visit the famous “Hill of Crosses” where thousands of crosses stand to commemorate the largest mass held in the country by Pope John Paul II in 1993. Listen to stories and informative commentary about this UNESCO-listed pilgrimage site from your informative guide as you learn about cross making.

Discover one of Lithuania’s most charming and cultural cities on a full-day tour of Kanaus with a knowledgeable guide. Depart from Vilnius in a comfortable vehicle and admire the beautiful location of the city, nestled between the Nemunas and Neris rivers, while gaining fascinating insight into the Kanaus’s history through illuminating commentary from your guide. Peruse exhibits within the Devil’s Museum and M. K. Ciurlionis Art Gallery and visit the Pazaislis Monastery, a sacred and ancient structure considered a Center of Culture.

Explore Lithuanian history and tradition on this private Anykščiai and the Hill of Crosses day trip from Vilnius. Explore Lithuania’s 19th-century engineering history on the narrow-gauge railway. Visit the Ethnographic Horse Museum with a private guide and see how the horse helped develop Lithuania’s farming traditions. Take in local attractions such as the Roman Catholic Church of St Matthias — the tallest church in Lithuania — and test your mettle on the treetop rope course in the Aukštaitija National Park. Then, spend time at the Hill of Crosses, a popular pilgrimage site.

Focus on the culture and nature of Lithuania during this full-day tour to Kaunas Rumsiskes and the Pazaislis Monastery from Vilnius. This multi-stop tour is made easy with round-trip transportation, which eliminates the need for a rental car. Learn about the ethnographic regions of Lithuania at the Rumsiskes Open-Air Museum, take a deep dive into the country's history while touring Kaunas, and learn about religious history at the Pazaislis Monastery.

Explore Dzūkija County on this 1-day south Lithuania tour from Vilnius. Visit the 16th-century village of Pirčiupiai with a guide and gain insight into Lithuania’s rich history. Admire imposing Soviet-era statues in Grūtas Park. Take a step back in time at the ethnographic village in Zervynos and see how life played out in centuries passed. Discover top attractions such as the Eye of Ūla and the Merkinė Hill Fort in the Dzūkija National Park, and gaze over the Neman River. Then, discover 17th-century treasures in the historic village of Liškiava.

Combine spending time in nature with a history lesson on this half-day kayak tour in Trakai. With a small group of 15 travelers or fewer, head out into the lake to see Užutrakis Manor, Island Castle, and other lakeside scenery from your boat. Listen to guided commentary focused on the flora, fauna, and history of the area. With all equipment and instruction provided, this tour is safe and comfortable even for beginners.

Explore top Lithuanian attractions with ease on this Anykščiai day trip from Vilnius. Admire important monuments in the ancient town of Anykščiai such as the Roman Catholic Church of St Matthias — the tallest church in Lithuania. Explore the region’s rail heritage on the narrow-gauge railway and learn the importance of the horse to Lithuania’s development at the Ethnographic Horse Museum. Delve deep into the Aukštaitija National Park and test your nerve on the treetop rope course. Admire fine views over the dense forests, then return in comfort to Vilnius.