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Lithuania by Car
Lithuania by Car — Culture, Nature and Heritage
Duration
8 Days / 7 Nights
Starts
Vilnius
Ends
Vilnius
Car
Volkswagen Polo or Similar
Hotels
3 Cities
Stay as many nights as you wish
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Flights, hotels & car in one booking
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Overview
Discover Lithuania on a relaxed circular self-drive journey from Vilnius. Combine the capital’s baroque Old Town with the Hill of Crosses, the forests and lakes of Žemaitija National Park, historic Kaunas and Trakai’s island castle. Comfortable overnight stops and a flexible itinerary let you experience Lithuania’s culture, landscapes and heritage at your own pace.
Perfect for
Self-Drive Fans
Couples
Small Groups
History Buffs
Nature Lovers
Photographers
Curious Travellers
Your Itinerary Overview
8 Days · 7 Nights
Vilnius
Plateliai
Kaunas
Your route. Your pace.
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1
Start
Arrival Vilnius
ibis Vilnius Centre2 Nights · Day 1 to Day 3
2
Day 3
Vilnius to Zemaitija National Park via the Hill of Crosses
B&B Hotel Telsiai3 Nights · Day 3 to Day 6
3
Day 4
Exploring Zemaitija National Park
B&B Hotel TelsiaiSecond night at the same hotel · night 4 of 7
4
Day 6
Scenic Nemunas River Route to Kaunas
Hotel MetropolisTonight: 1 night
5
Day 7
Kaunas, Trakai & Return to Vilnius
ibis Vilnius CentreTonight: 1 night
6
Day 8
Departure
No overnight stay · Departure day
Choose your rental car
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Type
Why You'll Love This Trip
Rental car included — explore at your own pace
One scenic loop, start and end in Vilnius
A mix of city hotels and countryside stays
City highlights, lakeside calm, and open countryside
Off-the-beaten-track stops most visitors skip
Breakfast included every morning
Unhurried pace with time to actually enjoy each place
Important information before booking
Please review these practical details before confirming your Lithuania self-drive holiday.
Rental-car requirements
The main driver must present a valid driving licence, passport or ID, and a credit card in the main driver’s name. Supplier deposit and age requirements apply.
Mileage and insurance
Mileage, CDW, theft protection, liability cover and excess vary by selected rental offer. Review the exact conditions before payment.
Parking in Vilnius
Central Vilnius has restricted and limited parking. Choose accommodation with parking or use a secure public garage.
Country roads
Main roads are generally suitable for self-driving, but rural and national-park roads may be narrower. Winter conditions can affect driving times.
Žemaitija stay
Accommodation around Plateliai is limited and often consists of small hotels, guesthouses or countryside properties. Available choices may vary by season.
Seasonal attractions
Museum, castle and outdoor-activity schedules vary throughout the year. Some lake activities operate mainly during the warmer months.
What's Included
Seven nights’ accommodation in the selected hotel category
Daily breakfast, unless otherwise stated by the selected hotel
Rental car in the selected automatic category, collected and returned at Vilnius Airport
Detailed self-drive itinerary and suggested scenic stops
24/7 emergency assistance contact
Mileage and insurance according to the selected rental offer
What's Excluded
International and domestic flights
Fuel, parking charges, tolls and traffic fines
Entrance fees, excursions and optional sightseeing tours
Lunches, dinners and beverages
Personal expenses and travel insurance
Rental-car deposit, excess and optional extras
Any service not explicitly listed as included
From per personUS$307