Cheap 7-Day Lithuania Road Trip from Vilnius to Kaunas and Druskininkai

Your exciting road trip through Lithuania starts when you reach the incredible city of Vilnius, where you'll stay for 3 nights. 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 done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

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 Ertlio Namas. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,087 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Lithuania is Gaspars. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 757 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Etno Dvaras. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,864 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!

Day 2 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across Lithuania is proof that there's more to the city of Vilnius than meets the eye. 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 Vingis Park. This incredible attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 14,695 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Vilnius TV Tower. This spectacular television tower and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 9,088 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 best-rated sightseeing destination 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 Verkiai Regional Park to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating park with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,216 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.

Senoji trobelė is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,817 customers.

Grey 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 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,751 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Bernelių Užeiga, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 2,248 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.

Alaus studija 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 2,689 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at rePUBlic No.4, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,600 customers.

BIX Baras is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Vilnius. Customers have rated the exciting BIX Baras an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,364 reviews.

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

Day 3 of your self-drive vacation in Lithuania gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Vilnius and end your day in the city of Dvaronys.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Kaunas for 2 nights. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Lithuania.

While you’re in Vilnius, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Vilnius Cathedral. The fantastic Vilnius Cathedral is a popular cathedral and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 15,179 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Palace of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania, a well-known palace in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.7 out of a 5 star-rating from 6,770 travelers.

The top-rated Gediminas Castle Tower is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular museum and destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 9,669 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Vilnius, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Dvaronys.

Make Treetop walking path your first stop. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,656 visitors.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Lithuania. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Lithuania and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Kaunas. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Kaunas, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try DIA, one of the best restaurants in Kaunas. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,093 customers.

Momo grill Kaunas is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Momo grill Kaunas is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,025 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Žalgirio arena, another well-loved restaurant in Kaunas. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,237 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Lithuania.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Kaunas, 2½ obuolio cider pub. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,424 bar goers.

Vingiu Dubingiu Aludė is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Kaunas, with its average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,239 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by rePUBlic No.1, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,978 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Lithuania. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Lithuania!

Day 4 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across Lithuania is proof that there's more to the city of Kaunas than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Kaunas 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 1 night left in Kaunas.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated 9th Fort of the Kaunas Fortress. This incredible attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 4,913 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Kalniečių parkas. This spectacular park and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 5,594 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Draugystės Park during a vacation in Kaunas. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Draugystės Park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 3,590 reviews.

This day of your road trip in Lithuania is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Pažaislis Monastery. This popular place of interest in Kaunas is a valued monastery that has a rating of 4.7 out of a 5-star rating from 4,729 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Kaunas when you include the fantastic Panemunė pinewood to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating park with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 2,951 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 Kaunas, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Kaunas 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.

„Bella Italia“ 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 2,929 customers.

Talutti - Tex-Mex is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Kaunas. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,313 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Talutti - Fresh and Tasty, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 2,103 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Kaunas, 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 Kaunas.

Kultura is a fantastic bar many locals in Kaunas recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,640 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Višta puode, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,777 customers.

Mamma Pizza - Vytauto pr. 37 is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Kaunas. Customers have rated the exciting Mamma Pizza - Vytauto pr. 37 an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,302 reviews.

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

Day 5 of your road trip across Lithuania offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Kaunas and the enchanting Raudondvaris, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Kaunas and end the day in Raudondvaris, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 5 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 Kaunas Castle. Around 6,643 visitors have rated this excellent castle and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Nemunas and Neris Confluence Park on this leg of your self-drive tour in Lithuania. This attraction is a well-known park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 9,783 travelers.

The remarkable Vytautas Magnus University Botanical Garden is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in Lithuania. This attraction, an amazing botanical garden, is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,091 travelers.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Kaunas, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Raudondvaris.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Raudondvaris. This popular site is a valued village in Raudondvaris and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,529 visitors.

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.

Druskininkai 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 Druskininkai offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Lithuania.

ETNO Dvaras Restaurant is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,862 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Druskininkai is Sicilia, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,975 customers.

Toli Toli offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Druskininkai. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,499 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 Druskininkai’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

“BAGIRA Lounge” Druskininkai is an excellent example of a great bar in Druskininkai offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 298 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Senfortis, another of locals’ go-to bars in Druskininkai. Senfortis is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 94 customers having rated it an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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

Day 6 of your self-drive vacation in Lithuania gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Druskininkai and end your day in the city of Mizarai.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Vilnius for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Lithuania.

While you’re in Druskininkai, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Musical fountain. The fantastic Musical fountain is a popular best-rated sightseeing destination and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 5,663 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Hoist "Cableway", a well-known must-see tourist destination in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.6 out of a 5 star-rating from 4,579 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Druskininkai, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Mizarai.

Make Snow Arena Druskininkai your first stop. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,812 visitors.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Lithuania. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Lithuania and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Vilnius. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Vilnius, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Lokys, one of the best restaurants in Vilnius. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,849 customers.

Grand Hotel Kempinski Vilnius is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Grand Hotel Kempinski Vilnius is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,402 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Fortas, another well-loved restaurant in Vilnius. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,746 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Lithuania.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Vilnius, Piano Man Bar. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,715 bar goers.

Carré Bar & Lounge is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Vilnius, with its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,694 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Distilerija, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,653 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Lithuania. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Lithuania!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Lithuania as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 7 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 top-tier point of interest 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 Grill London. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,440 customers.

Miško užeiga is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,505 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!