Located in the very heart of Lithuania, Kaunas is the second largest city of the country and its important centre of education, culture and economy. First mentioned by Teutonic Knights in their written sources in 1361 has much longer history which dates back to B.C. times. This former temporary capital of the state impress not only with its precious monuments but also with its beautiful location. Picturesquely situated at the confluence of the rivers Nemunas and Neris, Kaunas attracts lots of domestic and foreign tourists. Let us show you all highlights of this fantastic city during one day tour from Vilnius.
Tour itinerary:
- hotel pick up at chosen time
- approx. 1,5 hour drive from Vilnius to Kaunas by comfortable, private car/van with private English speaking driver
- up to 2 hours of walking guided tour of Kaunas Old Town with private local city guide in chosen language during which you will see:
- famous Kaunas Castle – impressive medieval monument, one of the landmarks of the city
- picturesque Old Market Square (City Hall Square)
- City Hall building
- impressive Cathedral-Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul
- historical Presidential Palace
- Vilniaus Street – oldest and most famous and beautiful street in the Kaunas Old Town
- Church of Vytautas the Great
- House of Perkūnas (Thunder House) – Gothic secular building well known for very unique architecture
- approx. 2 hours of free time after sightseeing for further discovering of the city on your own or having rest and lunch time
- approx. 1,5 hour of drive back from Kaunas to Vilnius by the same vehicle with the same English speaking driver
- drop off at your hotel in Vilnius
Whole tour lasts up to 8 hours
What is included?
- pick-up and drop off from your hotel in Vilnius at chosen time
- service of private, air-conditioned vehicle and private English speaking driver during whole tour
- 2 hours of guided walking tour of Kaunas Old Town with private local city guide in chosen language
- approx 2 hours of free time in Kaunas
We offer this private tour in following languages: English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Russian and Polish
*some languages may be subject of availability
*on your request we can also extend sightseeing program of this private tour in Kaunas and arrange longer stay in this beautiful city
Prices: Contact us
