Take 10 days to explore Lithuania from capital to coast
Lithuania has more to discover than most people know, and the 10-Day Walking Tour of Lithuania allows you either the freedom of a self-guided tour or the structure of a guided tour to see it for yourself. This tour takes you from the historic capital of Vilnius to the Baltic Sea.
Explore medieval castles and fortresses, sip coffee in charming cafes, walk the streets of quaint fishing towns, and dip your feet in the welcoming Baltic Sea- all in one tour! This 10-day experience is a snapshot of life in many corners of Lithuania, and you just might not want to leave at the end. Come discover the 10-Day Walking Tour of Lithuania!
Highlights of the 10-Day Walking Tour of Lithuania
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10-Day Walking Tour of Lithuania Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Vilnius
Once you arrive in Vilnius, you’ll be taken to your hotel to settle in. Take a walk around the old town, or enjoy a welcome drink with your guide if you chose the guided tour.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Vilnius
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Pavilniai Regional Park
Good morning! After breakfast, head out to explore a regional park in Vilnius. You’ll ride the trail to Pavilniai Regional Park, a protected area that includes a 65m rock formation in the river valley. Rock formations 20,000 years old can be seen here on an easy hike.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Vilnius
Distance: 4 hours, 10km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Day Trip and Hikes in Trakai
Start the day with a short train ride to the cozy medieval town of Trakai, surrounded by picturesque lakes and forests. Trakai is the historical capital of Lithuania and its beauty is renowned the country over.
See the Trakai Castle, walk the lakeshores, and try one of the famous kibinai pastries in town. Then, embark on one of two hikes: a shorter walk around Trakai town, or a longer journey to Varnikai Reserve, full of forests and meadows.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Vilnius
Distance: Short hike: 2 hours, 7km
Long hike: 5 hours, 15km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 West to Klaipeda
Head west today towards Klaipeda, getting a glimpse into rural Lithuanian life on the train ride. Once you arrive, you can enjoy a welcome drink and some time to unwind.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Klaipeda
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Explore the Curonian Spit
Begin your adventures today with a ferry ride to Smiltyne, where you’ll walk a loop around the northernmost part of the Curonian Spit. Pass fishermen’s shops, farmsteads, and old shipping ports. You can stop into the sea museum or aquarium if you’d like before crossing over to the lagoon side of the spit.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Klaipeda
Distance: 3 hours, 8km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Hiking in Juodkrante
After breakfast, drive to Juodkrante for another hiking day. You’ll walk around Amber Bay, learning about the local flora and fauna and seeing the craftsmanship of local artists in the weathervane gallery.
Walk through a glorious old forest, cresting the Hill of Witches to learn about the folklore of this place. Watch for the cormorant colony here- it’s the largest in Europe! In the evening, you can relax at the local beach.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Juodkrante
Distance: 6 hours, 13.5km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 Grey Dune Adventure
This morning, you’ll be taken to the Grey Dunes, a picturesque trail in the Nagliai Nature Reserve. Hike south along the Curonian lagoon to Preila, where you can eat a picnic lunch under a gorgeous lighthouse.
Overnight Location: Hotel or guesthouse in Preila
Distance: 6 hours, 15km
Meals: None
Day 8 Hiking the Hills to Nida
Today you’ll walk from Preila to Nida, visiting Vecekrugas, the highest dune in the Curonian spit, for panoramic views. There are lots of other hills you can hike up for views along the way if you’d like to.
When you arrive in Nida, check out the civil airfield, where you can walk on the runway.
Overnight Location: Hotel or guesthouse in Nida
Distance: 6 hours, 13km
Meals: None
Day 9 The Beauty of Nida
For your final walking day, you’ll enjoy the beauty of Nida at a leisurely pace. Visit the town centre, the Parnidis dune, and the stunning lighthouse. When you’re done walking, you’ll be able to lay back by the Baltic Sea and soak up some sun.
Overnight Location: Hotel or guesthouse in Nida
Distance: 6 hours, 8.5km
Meals: None
Day 10 Departure
Getting up off the sand in Nida is going to be hard, but it’s your final day of the tour. You can opt for a transfer back to Vilnius or Klaipeda, or book some additional days here if you’d like more time.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: None
10-Day Walking Tour of Lithuania Price and Dates
This guided or self-guided walking tour in Lithuania is run as a private tour for your group and the price depends on the number of participants and whether you book with a guide or not.
Prices below are per person, sharing a double or a triple room.
Guided Tour:
- Groups of 4: $1,925 USD* per person
Self-Guided Tour:
- Groups of 4: $1,225 USD* per person
* - Pricing changes depending on your group size.
Book NowAccommodation on the 10-Day Walking Tour of Lithuania
This tour is based in hotels and guesthouses. Hotels will generally be 3-star and offer modern amenities to keep you comfortable.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
You can upgrade to a single room for a supplement when travelling with a group, however, additional supplements might apply for those travelling solo. Please contact us for more details.
Hotels on Standard Tour
3-Star Hotel in Vilnius
Stay right in the heart of the action in a central hotel in Vilnius, where you’ll be only steps away from the cafes, restaurants, and historical sites of the city.
3-Star Hotel in Klaipeda
You’ll enjoy a 3-star hotel centrally located in Klaipeda, giving you easy access to restaurants and shops.
Guesthouses on the Curonian Spit
Rest up in welcoming guesthouses near the sea or lagoon on the Curonian Spit. You’ll be nice and close to the beaches and towns!
What’s Included in the 10-Day Walking Tour of Lithuania?
Meals
5 breakfasts are included. Some guesthouses in Curonian Split may additionally serve complimentary breakfast, but some may charge a fee.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 9 nights are included on this tour. Additional nights before or after the tour can be booked as a supplement.
Transportation during the Tour
Transfers upon arrival or for departure are not included but can be added as a supplement. The train tickets from Vilnius to Klaipeda and from Nida to Vilnius are included. Additional train tickets or private car transfers during the tour can be purchased as a supplement.
Also Included
- Entrance fee to Nagliai Nature Reserve
- Welcome drink (guided tour)
- Walking maps and route notes (self-guided tour)
- Guide services (guided tour)
Not included
- Flights
- Meals, drinks, or snacks
- Travel insurance
- Optional excursions
- Visas if required
- Anything not mentioned as included
Optional Extras
- Optional car transfers
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Day tours in each location
- Sauna on Baltic coast
Frequently Asked Questions about 10-Day Walking Tour of Lithuania
Travel Addicts Club is an incoming Baltic states tour operator and DMC in Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia. Some of their tours include Scandinavia, Belarus and Poland. They provide Small Group Trips and Custom Trips – Baltic States Highlights, Nature and Outdoors and Exclusive Experiences.
Travel Addicts Club team is driven by love for their homeland and they strive to deliver memorable experiences for those who travel with them. They are acknowledged for their destination knowledge, high-quality service, authentic and creative tourism, and the best hospitality.
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