Lithuania 4 Day Itinerary
Lithuania 4-Day Tourist Itinerary (Markdown Format)
Day 1: Exploring Vilnius
- Arrival at Vilnius International Airport. Airport information
- Check-in at your hotel in the Old Town, recommended hotels
- Morning: Visit Gediminas’ Tower and Castle Hill - iconic landmark and symbol of Lithuania
- Afternoon: Explore the Old Town, visit St. Anne’s Church, Gates of Dawn and the University of Vilnius
- Evening: Dinner at a traditional Lithuanian restaurant, such as Užupis Kavine or Esculenta
Day 2: Trakai and Rumbalių Kalna Regional Park
- Morning: Travel to Trakai, the medieval capital of Lithuania (30 min by car or 1h by bus)
- Visit the Trakai Castle on Island Lake
- Afternoon: Head to Rumbalių Kalna Regional Park - enjoy a hike, birdwatching or bike ride
- Evening: Return to Vilnius and have dinner at a local restaurant
Day 3: Kaunas and Grutas Park
- Morning: Travel to Kaunas (1h by train or 45 min by car)
- Visit the Town Hall Square and the Pažaislis Monastery
- Afternoon: Explore the M. K. Čiurlionis National Museum of Art and Grutas Park (30 min by bus from Kaunas)
- Evening: Return to Vilnius, have dinner and rest
Day 4: Kernavė Archaeological Site and Departure
- Morning: Travel to the Kernavė Archaeological Site (1h by car or 2h by bus from Vilnius) - a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Afternoon: Return to Vilnius, do some last-minute shopping in the Old Town or visit a local market (e.g., Vilnius Central Market)
- Evening: Departure from Vilnius International Airport - safe travels!
Things to Know:
- Lithuania is part of the Schengen Area, so no visa is required for most EU citizens and some other countries. Check visa requirements before your travel.
- The official language is Lithuanian, but English is widely spoken in tourist areas.
- Tipping is not mandatory but appreciated, around 10% of the bill in restaurants.
- The currency is Euro (EUR). ATMs and banks are widely available throughout the country.
- Public transportation (buses and trains) is reliable and affordable, with tickets available at local kiosks or online. More information
Enjoy your trip to Lithuania!