Why Book Your Lithuania Guided Tour with the Baltic Travel Company?
We’re a dedicated team of travel specialists who design Lithuania guided tours to make the most of your time, with pre-organised itineraries that ensure you experience key destinations and cultural attractions while still leaving space to relax, unwind, and explore at your own pace.
Travelling with us means you can see both the best-known attractions and hidden, less-visited spots, supported by our experienced team throughout. Depending on the package you choose, you’ll find:
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Specialist knowledge of Lithuania and the wider Baltic region
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The chance to explore Vilnius alongside Kaunas, Klaipeda, Nida and the Curonian Spit
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Comfortable travel between key destinations
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A wide choice of Lithuania and multi-country Baltic tours
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Small-group and escorted touring options
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Selected accommodation, including centrally located hotels on some tours
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The choice of cultural, heritage and more active guided experiences
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Tailor-made options for travellers wanting a more personalised itinerary
Let us know if you’re planning a short city break, a longer adventure, or a holiday to celebrate a special occasion, and we’ll suggest guided holidays that match your requirements or help you customise a package for you and your party.
Explore Our Lithuania Guided Tour Packages
The Baltic Travel Company offers multiple guided Lithuanian holidays, with packages created for travellers who’d love to visit Latvia and Estonia as well as Lithuania, or who’d like to combine their trip to Lithuania with time in Poland. To showcase the amount of choice, you could consider:
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Baltic Highlights Deluxe: Visit many of the key destinations in the Baltics on an eight-day journey including Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia.
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Baltic Metropoles Tour: Explore some of the best-known Baltic cities on a multi-country itinerary.
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Classical Baltics: See some of the most popular destinations within the Baltic states on a ten-day regional itinerary including Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia.
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Extended Baltics Tour: Spend 11 days visiting the Baltic states with time in Tallinn, Riga and Vilnius, as well as the countryside and coastline.
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Poland and Lithuania Highlights: Combine Lithuania with neighbouring Poland for an immersive cultural and historical experience.
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Baltic Lifestyle Tour: Sample the Baltics' cultures with organic food and drink tastings, modern cuisine, and stays in luxury manor houses.
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New Year in the Baltics: Celebrate in style and enjoy the festive atmosphere with a New Year's Gala during an eight-day experience.
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Baltic Biking: Navigate through Vilnius, Riga and Tallinn on two wheels with an 11-day escorted cycling holiday.
If you’d like more inspiration, you’re welcome to browse our full range of Lithuania holidays, or explore alternative destinations on our Baltic travel pages.
Lithuania Guided Tours by Destination
There is such a mix of urban culture, important historical sites and coastal hotspots in Lithuania that we know it can be tricky knowing where to start. This is where a pre-planned guided tour can help ensure you see the best-known places but also learn what makes each unique. Here are some of our favourite destinations to see in Lithuania.
Vilnius Guided Tours
Lithuania’s capital is best known for its stunning Old Town, lively cultural scene, and striking mix of architectural styles. Guided city tours take you to the historic centre to see the winding lanes, elegant squares, churches and courtyards. Vilnius also has plenty of museums, independent cafes and neighbourhoods that showcase the city’s ever-evolving character.
Kaunas Guided Tours
Kaunas is an altogether different prospect, with a strong cultural identity and a history shaped by its position where the Nemunas and Neris rivers meet. Sightseeing tours often include the city’s interwar modernist structures, the pedestrian-friendly Laisves Aleja, traditional and street art museums and creative spaces.
Trakai and Trakai Castle
Set among lakes and woodlands, Trakai is one of Lithuania's most iconic destinations, as an island castle that is reached by bridge. Guided visits help travellers understand the castle’s past, while ensuring they enjoy the lakeside scenery and sample the Karaim culinary traditions associated with the local community.
Klaipeda and the Baltic Coast
Lithuania’s main seaport, Klaipeda, has a maritime history and relaxed coastal atmosphere, with a character-filled old town, historic buildings and public squares. Tours can introduce guests to the waterfront, local landmarks, and seafaring heritage, while also extending to the nearby Baltic coast.
Curonian Spit and Nida
The Curonian Spit is a narrow peninsula by the Baltic Sea with shifting dunes and pine forests and, as a UNESCO-recognised site, it is famed for its fragile natural environment and unique geography. Our guides take touring groups through the dramatic dunes and scenic walking routes, and to the resort town of Nida to see its colourful wooden houses and waterfront views.
Hill of Crosses
Another recognisable location, the Hill of Crosses near Šiauliai is a centre of remembrance and pilgrimage, with countless crosses and crucifixes placed on the hill over decades as an expression of faith and identity. Local tour leaders can explain the site's context and historical significance, and ensure visitors understand why it is considered an important symbol for many Lithuanians.
Lithuania Guided Tours by Travel Style
Every traveller has preferences when it comes to the pace, structure and level of guidance they want during their holiday. Whether you prefer a small group, a fully escorted itinerary or a journey through several countries, there are many different ways to explore Lithuania.
Small Group Guided Tours
Small group tours offer shared travel experiences in a more intimate, personalised setting than a larger coach tour. Many of our packages limit guest numbers, ensuring each person can chat with their guide, ask questions, engage at each stop, and enjoy a more relaxed pace.
Escorted Cultural Tours
Fully escorted tours offer pre-planned itineraries, making them a convenient option for guests who want all the details taken care of, including sites, excursions, and transport. Depending on your preferences, you might choose an escorted cultural tour across Lithuania’s top attractions or combine the country with other Baltic states.
Heritage and Historical Tours
History-based tours explore Lithuania’s past, covering the events, communities and traditions that have shaped the country as it is today. Schedules might include historic landmarks, religious sites, museums and places linked with Lithuania’s political and cultural heritage.
Multi-Country Baltic Tours
Guided tours aren’t limited to Lithuania, and multi-country trips take you to neighbouring states, including Estonia, Poland, and Latvia. Travellers can visit each of the region’s capital cities, tour around small towns and coastal destinations, and spend time at the most prominent cultural landmarks.
Cultural and Historic Experiences in Lithuania
While Lithuania has many incredible destinations we often recommend, some experiences stand out as highlights and reveal its cultural identity, artistic traditions, and connection with the natural world.
Vilnius Old Town and UNESCO Heritage
Vilnius has one of the largest surviving medieval old towns in Northern Europe and is a UNESCO-listed site. Its streets feature Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, and Classical architecture, with guided walking tours taking you to the city’s historic churches and explaining the cultural influences that have shaped it.
Castles, Churches and Historic Architecture
Lithuania’s architectural heritage reflects centuries of political, religious and cultural change, from the medieval Grand Duchy to the development of its towns and rural estates. Guided tours can introduce visitors to historic churches in Vilnius and Kaunas, as well as manor houses and palaces in the countryside.
Lithuanian Food and Local Traditions
Food is a hugely important part of Lithuanian culture, with traditional dishes made with local ingredients and seasonal produce such as cepelinai, filled potato dumplings, and šaltibaršciai, a cold beetroot soup. Rye bread, dairy products and regional specialities also feature in Lithuanian cuisine.
Coastal Landscapes and the Curonian Spit
The Lithuanian coastline contrasts sharply with its cities, with long sandy beaches, shady forests, and open shorelines. While the Curonian Spit is perhaps the best known, destinations like Nida and Palanga are also great for seaside walks, enjoying local resorts, or joining tours to see a different side of Lithuania.
Best Time to Take a Guided Tour of Lithuania
There is never a bad time to travel to Lithuania for a guided tour. However, your preferred holiday may depend on the destinations you’d most like to visit and the experiences you’re looking for. As an indication:
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In spring, the warmer weather makes it a pleasant time to explore Lithuania’s cities and sites. Parks and gardens start to flourish, although popular attractions remain fairly quiet.
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Summer is always popular, with long, warm days that are well suited to visiting the Baltic coastline, seeing the Curonian Spit, and spending time outdoors.
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Early autumn is a little cooler and great for sightseeing, with the changing foliage adding bursts of colour to Lithuania’s parks and countryside regions.
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Winter brings cold weather and the ever-present possibility of snow, turning cities like Vilnius into winter wonderlands with Christmas markets and festive events.
Our team is always on hand to provide more guidance about the Lithuanian guided tours we can organise, or to help you create a tailor-made travel plan based on your wishes. If you’d like advice about when to travel, where to go, or what to see, please get in touch or browse our FAQs below.
Lithuania Guided Tours FAQs
1. What is included in a Lithuania guided tour?
Each package is individually designed, but a guided tour typically features accommodation, transport, sightseeing, and expert guidance from a local guide. It’s best to check any specific itineraries you’re interested in, as we share full details of meals, entrance fees, optional excursions and any other potential additional costs.
2. What are the best places to visit on a guided tour of Lithuania?
While the destinations you love the most might depend on your interests, popular stop-offs include Vilnius, Kaunas, Trakai and its island castle, Klaipeda, the Curonian Spit, Nida and the Hill of Crosses. The number of places you visit will depend on your holiday duration, but many of these locations can be incorporated into wider touring itineraries.
3. Are Lithuania guided tours suitable for first-time visitors?
Yes. Guided tours are an excellent way for those new to Lithuania to see several destinations, learning about its history and culture without having to organise every element independently.
4. Can I visit Lithuania as part of a wider Baltic tour?
Of course. Lithuania is easy to combine with Latvia and Estonia, or Poland, based on what you’d like to see and do. Travellers interested in exploring multiple countries are advised to browse our wider selection of Baltic holidays.
5. Are Lithuania guided tours suitable for solo travellers?
Yes. Small-group and escorted itineraries can be great for solo travellers because they combine pre-organised travel and accommodation arrangements with the opportunity to explore alongside a group, usually with limited numbers to ensure the quality of the experience.
6. How long should a guided tour of Lithuania be?
This is a matter of personal preference and the time you have to spend overseas, but a shorter break can give you time to explore Vilnius and nearby Trakai.A longer getaway means you might also incorporate Kaunas, the coast and other cultural attractions, while a multi-country tour can take you to more of the Baltic region.
7. What cultural and historical sites can I visit in Lithuania?
Lithuania is packed with heritage sites, and some of the many highlights include Vilnius Old Town, Trakai Island Castle, Kaunas, the Hill of Crosses and Lithuania’s historic churches and architecture. You’ll also find more ways to experience the country within the Baltic Travel Company’s Lithuania holidays pages.
8. When is the best time to take a guided tour of Lithuania?
Lithuania is a fantastic year-round destination, with late spring through early autumn offering longer days and comfortable conditions for sightseeing. The country’s winter snowfall and festive markets offer a very different atmosphere, while the peak of the summer season is ideal for relaxed beach days and coastal tours.
9. Do Lithuania guided tours include local guides?
Some packages are fully escorted, others have guides throughout, and different itineraries might have escorts and expert guides at specific attractions. In every case, knowledgeable guides provide insight into Lithuania’s history, culture, architecture and traditions.
10. Can I combine Lithuania with Poland on a guided holiday?
Yes. These two countries share strong geographical and historical connections, and the Poland & Lithuania Highlights tour gives you a way to see the top highlights in both destinations.
11. What is the difference between a guided tour and an independent Lithuania holiday?
Guided tours are managed on your behalf, with a guide, a structured itinerary and key stop-offs or attractions organised in advance. Independent travel can include specific arrangements, and gives you more time to decide where you wish to go each day, but can mean you need to be more involved in planning your route or activities.
12. Why book a Lithuania guided tour with the Baltic Travel Company?
The Baltic Travel Company specialises in organising unforgettable travel experiences in Lithuania and the wider Baltic region. We provide guests with access to carefully planned itineraries that combine everything from major attractions, to cultural experiences and opportunities to discover more of the country