Self Guided Walking In The Baltic States In 14 Days

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. Overnight in Vilnius.

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. Pristine Pavilniai Regional Park is a protected area that includes the 65 m height Pūčkoriai 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). Overnight in Vilnius.

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 the 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.