Full Day Winter Adventure From Vilnius: Kicksledding and Sightseeing in Kaunas
1 day
Full Day
About this activity
The day starts with the pickup at your hotel in Vilnius. After driving to Kaunas (approx. 1:15 hour drive) first you will visit the jewel of Italian Baroque architecture in Lithuania - Pažaislis, founded in 16th century by nobleman and Lithuanian chancellor Pac became home of Calmaldolese Order monks. Once situated on the picturesque hill and named Monte Pacis - Hill of Peace, now monastery is located on the peninsula of artificial Kaunas Lagoon - reservoir. And this is your next stop on this tour: you will explore the shores of the frozen water while using kick-sledge and sledding between the cliffs, pine forests and wide horizons of ice. At the end of the adventure you will have a chance to warm up yourself with a cup of tea and slice of pie. Last but not least comes a cozy walk in Kaunas and its Old Town. Learn about the history of this important trade and fortress city, find out about its period of being Lithuanian capital and see the famous Town Hall and gothic Perkūnas House. At the end of the tour you will have a chance to have lunch in a traditional Lithuanian restaurant (not included). Drive back to Vilnius and say good bye to your guide after drop off near your hotel.
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Included
- Professional guide.
- Rental of kick-sledge.
- Hotel pick up/drop off and transport from/to Vilnius or Kaunas.
- Tea and pie during the tour.
- Photos of the tour made by guide will be sent afterwards.
- Snacks
- Coffee and/or Tea
Not included
- Entrance fee to Pažaislis Monastery €4,00 (Sundays and Mondays closed)
- Lunch.
- Gratuities
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- IMPORTANT: This tour is a subject to change depending on weather conditions. If the ice is not solid enough for the activity, you can cancel your booking free of charge or we can offer you regular hike, snowshoeing or sightseeing tour as an alternative.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Features
Tourism
90%
Cultural
55%
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