5-Day Lithuania road trip Starting from Vilnius to Kaunas

Photo of modern downtown and the Neris river in Vilnius city center.
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Summary

Duration
5 days & 4 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
4 nights included
Car rental
5 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 5-day road trip through Lithuania.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Lithuania. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 3 nights in Vilnius and 1 night in Kaunas, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Lithuania. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Vilnius and Kaunas. We'll help you experience the best 5 days in Lithuania you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Vilnius, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Lithuania, including the stunning Bernardine Garden and Vilnius Cathedral.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Lithuania. From the magnificent Vingis Park to the breathtaking Gate of Dawn and Nemunas and Neris Confluence Park, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Treetop walking path and learn more about the unique Trakai Island Castle to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Vilnius and Kaunas, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Lithuania. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Lithuania.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Lithuania. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Lithuania.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Lithuania.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Lithuania has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Lithuania. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 4 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 4 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Lithuania extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Lithuania fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Lithuania today!

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Included

Hotel, 4 nights
Rental car, 5 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Aerial view of Vilnius old city.Vilnius / 3 nights
Panorama of Kaunas from Aleksotas hill, Lithuania.Kaunas / 1 night
Trakų seniūnija - region in LithuaniaTrakai Eldership

Map

Attractions

photo of trakai. Trakai island castle. Trakai castle is a castle of vytautas and subsequent lithuanian princes on an island in lake galve, opposite the more ancient castle of keistut.Trakai Island Castle
Bernardine Garden, Senamiesčio seniūnija, Vilnius, Vilnius city municipality, Vilnius County, LithuaniaBernardine Garden
photo of vilnius, lithuania. View of bell tower and facade of cathedral basilica of st. Stanislaus and St. Vladislav on cathedral square, Famous landmark, Showplace In sunny summer under blue sky with clouds.Vilnius Cathedral
photo of Vilnius ,Lithuania - JULY 3, 2020: Colorful hot air balloons taking off in vingis park in Vilnius city on sunny summer evening. Lots of people watching as balloons fly away.Vingis Park
Medžių lajų takas, Anykščiai Eldership, Anykščių rajono savivaldybė, Utena County, LithuaniaTreetop walking path
photo of vilnius, Lithuania. The gate of dawn, The religious, Historical and cultural monument, The only surviving gate of ancient city walls and the chapel with miraculous image of our lady of mercy.Gates of Dawn
Nemunas and Neris Confluence Park
Verkiai Regional Park, Verkių seniūnija, Vilnius, Vilnius city municipality, Vilnius County, LithuaniaVerkiai Regional Park
Gediminas Castle Tower, Senamiesčio seniūnija, Vilnius, Vilnius city municipality, Vilnius County, LithuaniaGediminas Castle Tower
photo of aerial beautiful spring morning fog view of vilnius tv tower Lithuania.Vilnius TV Tower
Hall Market, Senamiesčio seniūnija, Vilnius, Vilnius city municipality, Vilnius County, LithuaniaHalle Market
photo of the palace of the grand dukes of Lithuania.Palace of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania
photo of kaunas castle, monument to "Vytis", Lithuania.Kaunas Castle
Kalniečių parkas
9th Fort of the Kaunas Fortress, Šilainių seniūnija, Kaunas, Kauno miesto savivaldybė, Kaunas County, Lithuania9th Fort of the Kaunas Fortress
Three Crosses Monument, Senamiesčio seniūnija, Vilnius, Vilnius city municipality, Vilnius County, LithuaniaThree Crosses Monument

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Economy
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Car

Small car

Small car

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small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

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Medium
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Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

Category
premium car
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People
Large bags

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Day 1 – Vilnius - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Vilnius - arrival day

  • Vilnius - Arrival day
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  • Bernardine Garden
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Vilnius has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Bernardine Garden. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 16,998 visitors.

Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Vilnius, Gaspars. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 757 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Vilnius is Etno Dvaras. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,864 customers.

Locals recommend Senoji trobelė as one of the best restaurants in the city of Vilnius. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,817 customers.

Vilnius also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Vilnius is Alchemikas. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 909 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Vilnius is NArauti. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 573 customers.

Locals also enjoy Būsi trečias. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,858 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in Lithuania!

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Day 2 – Vilnius

Day 2

Day 2 – Vilnius

  • Vilnius
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Drive 54 km, 1 hour 29 min

  • Vingis Park
  • Vilnius TV Tower
  • Gates of Dawn
  • Halle Market
  • Verkiai Regional Park
  • More

You still have 2 nights left in Vilnius.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Vingis Park. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 14,695 visitors.

Vilnius TV Tower is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,088 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Gate of Dawn. This amazing attraction is a city gate and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,570 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Hall Market. This top-tier point of interest and place of interest is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,446 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Verkiai Regional Park. This park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,216 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Lithuania to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Vilnius.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Vilnius, like Grey. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,751 customers.

Bernelių Užeiga is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Vilnius. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,248 customers.

Locals enjoy Lokys, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Vilnius. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,849 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Vilnius, rePUBlic No.4. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,600 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like BIX Baras. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,364 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Lithuania!

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Day 3 – Vilnius, Anykščiai, and Kaunas

Day 3

Day 3 – Vilnius, Anykščiai, and Kaunas

  • Vilnius
  • Kaunas
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Drive 216 km, 3 hours 11 min

  • Vilnius Cathedral
  • Palace of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania
  • Gediminas Castle Tower
  • Treetop walking path
  • More

You’ll stay in Kaunas for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Vilnius Cathedral. This excellent attraction is a cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 15,179 visitors.

Around 6,770 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Gediminas Castle Tower. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,669 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Lithuania, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Lithuania. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Treetop walking path for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,656 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Kaunas.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Kaunas, DIA. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,093 customers.

Locals recommend Casa della Pasta as one of the best restaurants in the city of Kaunas. Casa della Pasta is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,585 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Kaunas, rePUBlic No.1. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,978 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Kultura. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,640 customers.

Višta puode is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Kaunas. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,777 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Lithuania with a toast!

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Day 4 – Kaunas, Trakai, and Vilnius

Day 4

Day 4 – Kaunas, Trakai, and Vilnius

  • Kaunas
  • Trakai Eldership
  • Vilnius
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Drive 133 km, 2 hours 28 min

  • Kaunas Castle
  • Nemunas and Neris Confluence Park
  • 9th Fort of the Kaunas Fortress
  • Kalniečių parkas
  • Trakai Island Castle
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Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Kaunas Castle. This attraction is a castle and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,643 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Nemunas and Neris Confluence Park. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,783 visitors.

9th Fort of the Kaunas Fortress is another popular attraction you can explore. This well-known attraction, a spectacular park, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 4,913 reviews.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Kalniečių parkas. This attraction is an amazing park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,594 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Kaunas is another excellent way to spend your new day in Lithuania. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Lithuania’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Lithuania’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Lithuania’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Trakai Island Castle for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a castle and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 26,071 visitors.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Vilnius.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Fortas, one of the best restaurants in the city of Vilnius. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,746 customers.

Locals also recommend The pub Leičiai as one of the best restaurants in the city of Vilnius. The pub Leičiai is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,753 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Vilnius is Grill London. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,440 customers.

After dinner, visit Piano Man Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Vilnius. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,715 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Carré Bar & Lounge. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,694 customers.

Alternatively, Artistai is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Vilnius. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,922 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Lithuania!

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Day 5 – Vilnius - departure day

Day 5

Day 5 – Vilnius - departure day

  • Vilnius - Departure day
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  • Three Crosses Monument
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Day 5 of your road trip in Lithuania is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Vilnius before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Three Crosses Monument is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Vilnius. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,509 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Vilnius and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Lithuania.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Vilnius at Old Green Grill House before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,315 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Vilnius. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Lithuania!

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