Cheap 5-Day Lithuania Road Trip from Vilnius to Ukmergė and surrounding area

You'll pick up your rental car in Vilnius and begin your adventure in Lithuania.

Vilnius is a popular cheap holiday destination in Lithuania with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Vilnius and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Bernardine Garden will make your cheap holiday in Lithuania truly special. This attraction is a fascinating park that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 16,998 visitors.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Vilnius. An excellent example is the popular Gaspars. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 757 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Lithuania is Etno Dvaras.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Senoji trobelė. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,817 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Alchemikas is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 909 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Vilnius we recommend is NArauti, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 573 customers.

Būsi trečias is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 3,858 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Lithuania!

Today's agenda is to explore Vilnius and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 2 nights left in Vilnius.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Verkiai Regional Park. This incredible attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 9,216 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Palace of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania. This spectacular palace and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 6,770 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Gate of Dawn during a vacation in Vilnius. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Gate of Dawn has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 11,570 reviews.

This day of your road trip in Lithuania is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Hall Market. This popular place of interest in Vilnius is a valued top-tier point of interest that has a rating of 4.3 out of a 5-star rating from 8,446 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Vilnius when you include the fantastic Pūčkoriai outcrop to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating outcrop with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 2,788 travelers.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in Lithuania more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Vilnius, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Vilnius for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Grey is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,751 customers.

Bernelių Užeiga is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Vilnius. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,248 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Lokys, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,849 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Vilnius, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Vilnius.

RePUBlic No.4 is a fantastic bar many locals in Vilnius recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,600 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at BIX Baras, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,364 customers.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in Lithuania!

On day 3 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Lithuania, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Vilnius and end your day in the city of Ukmergė, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Vilnius is the amazing Vilnius Cathedral. This travel destination is a cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 15,179 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Cathedral Square. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,825 travelers, a visit to this well-known square and sightseeing spot in Vilnius is likely to make your vacation in Lithuania even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Vilnius is the outstanding Gediminas Castle Tower. This museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,669 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Lithuania, drop by the popular Vingis Park. This attraction, an amazing park, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,695 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Vilnius TV Tower. This television tower is a popular attraction rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,088 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Lithuania. To have the best affordable travel experience in Lithuania, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Lithuania unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Lithuania.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Ukmergė. Ukmergė is another cheap travel destination in Lithuania where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Lithuania can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Ukmergė that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Ukmergė is Greita. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 441 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Ukmergė, Vilkmerge, restoranas, Ukmerges r. Vartotoju kooperatyvas is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 125 diners.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Ukmergė enjoy dining at this restaurant.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Ukmergė’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Lithuania. For example, you can visit Piliakalnio baras. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 276 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Lithuania!

Day 4 of your road trip across Lithuania offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Kaunas and the enchanting Kaunas, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Kaunas and end the day in Kaunas, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 4 of your affordable vacation in Lithuania will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Kaunas is the magnificent Ukmergė mound. Around 2,084 visitors have rated this excellent must-see tourist destination and travel destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Church of the Holy Trinity, Ukmergė on this leg of your self-drive tour in Lithuania. This attraction is a well-known church that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from around 171 travelers.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable 9th Fort of the Kaunas Fortress. This popular site is a valued park in Kaunas and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,913 visitors.

Another must-visit in Kaunas is the spectacular Kaunas Castle. This outstanding castle and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from more than 6,643 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Nemunas and Neris Confluence Park to make your cheap holiday experience in Kaunas truly special. This park and place of interest has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,783 visitors.

If you’re interested in exploring more, check out the fantastic park, Kalniečių parkas. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,594 travelers, the magnificent Kalniečių parkas offers visitors an experience to remember.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Lithuania. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Lithuania. Make your cheap holiday experience in Lithuania more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Vilnius offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Lithuania. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Vilnius offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Lithuania.

Fortas is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,746 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Vilnius is The pub Leičiai, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,753 customers.

Grill London offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Vilnius. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,440 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Vilnius’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Piano Man Bar is an excellent example of a great bar in Vilnius offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,715 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Carré Bar & Lounge, another of locals’ go-to bars in Vilnius. Carré Bar & Lounge is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,694 customers having rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Artistai is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Vilnius. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from more than 1,922 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Lithuania with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Lithuania!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Lithuania as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 5 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Vilnius.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Lithuania.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Vilnius is the remarkable Three Crosses Monument. This must-see tourist destination and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,509 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Vilnius, consider a top-rated restaurant like Old Green Grill House. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,315 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Vilnius and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Lithuania!