Itinerary
- Day 1
Vilnius
You'll arrive in Vilnius today. If your flight gets in early enough, take some time to walk through the old town and get a feel for the place. The streets have real character and it's a good way to shake off travel fatigue. If you're arriving later, just head to your hotel and rest up. Either way, you'll want to be ready to explore properly tomorrow.
Optional Activities
- Airport transfer to hotel
- Walk around old town
- Day 2
Vilnius
This morning you'll take a short train ride out to Pavilniai Regional Park. From there, you'll hike through forests along the river valley for about 4 hours covering roughly 10 km. The main highlight is the Pūčkoriai rock formation, which shoots up 65 meters and has geological features dating back 20,000 years. It's a solid day of walking but the scenery makes it worthwhile.
Included Activities
- Explore Pavilniai Regional Park
- Hike to Pūčkoriai rock exposure
Landmarks Pavilniai Regional Park Pūčkoriai rock exposure - Day 3
Vilnius to Trakai
You're heading to Trakai today, a medieval town about 30 km from Vilnius surrounded by lakes and forests. Start by visiting Trakai Castle, then pick your hiking level. You can do a shorter 2-hour walk covering 7 km around town and the peninsula, or go longer with a 5-hour hike that stretches 15 km and takes you through old forest and meadows out to Varnikai Reserve. By evening, you'll transfer to countryside accommodation near Trakai.
Included Activities
- Visit Trakai Castle
- Explore Trakai town and lakes
Optional Activities
- Short hiking route around Trakai (2 hours, 7 km)
- Long hiking route to Varnikai Reserve (5 hours, 15 km)
Landmarks Trakai Castle Varnikai Reserve - Day 4
Trakai to Klaipeda
Early this morning you'll get a private transfer to Vilnius train station for the 3.5 to 4-hour journey west to Klaipeda on the Baltic coast. The train passes through beautiful Lithuanian countryside. Once you arrive, drop your luggage at the hotel and then take a 7 km coastal walk through thick forest. Along the way you'll see an ancient hillfort, WW2 fortifications and bunkers on the beach, and the Dutchmans Cap, a striking 24.4-meter high parabolic dune.
Included Activities
- Walk along Baltic sea coast at Karkle (7 km, 3 hours)
Optional Activities
- Public transport or taxi from hotel to Karkle
Landmarks Dutchmans Cap cliff - Day 5
Klaipeda to Nida
A private transfer takes you to Grey dunes in Nagliai nature reserve. From there, you'll hike south along the Curonian lagoon coast through Preila toward Nida, covering 15 km over roughly 6 hours. There's a picnic lunch by Lithuania's smallest and most picturesque beacon. If you're tired later, you can catch a local bus for the final stretch, or keep walking the last 12 km to Nida if you're feeling it.
Included Activities
- Hike along Curonian lagoon coast (15 km, 6 hours)
- Explore Grey dunes in Nagliai nature reserve
Optional Activities
- Additional hike from Preila to Nida (12 km)
- Local bus from Preila to Nida
Landmarks Grey dunes Nagliai nature reserve - Day 6
Nida
Today is yours to spend how you like in Nida. If you want to explore, there's a prepared route showing you the highlights including Parnidis dune with 360-degree views, the lighthouse, the Baltic coast, an ancient cemetery, and the Thomas Mann memorial museum. It's about 10 km of walking over 4 to 5 hours. Or simply relax on the beach and let the day unfold however feels right.
Included Activities
- Explore Parnidis dune
- Visit Nida lighthouse
- Visit ancient cemetery
- Visit Thomas Mann Memorial Museum
Optional Activities
- Beach relaxation
- Guided walking route (10 km, 4-5 hours)
Landmarks Parnidis dune Nida lighthouse Thomas Mann Memorial Museum - Day 7
Nida to Riga
You'll get a private transfer to Klaipeda bus station, which takes about an hour. From there, catch the bus to Riga for a 5-hour journey into Latvia. Once you arrive in Riga, the afternoon is free for you to explore Latvia's largest Baltic capital at your own pace. Get settled and walk around to get oriented with the city.
Optional Activities
- Explore Riga at leisure
- Day 8
Riga
Today's a walking tour through Riga's Old Town. You'll wind through narrow medieval streets and hidden alleyways, visiting sites like Riga Castle, Dome Cathedral, St. Peter's Church, Swedish Gates, Three Brothers, and both the Large and Small Guild Houses. The Freedom Monument is another key stop. Riga was founded in 1201 and shows off a real mix of architectural styles. The whole walk takes 2 to 3 hours and covers 4 to 5 km.
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Riga Old Town
- View Riga Castle
- Visit Dome Cathedral
- Visit St. Peter's Church
- View Swedish Gates
- View Three Brothers buildings
- View Large and Small Guild House
- View Freedom Monument
Landmarks Riga Castle Dome Cathedral St. Peter's Church Swedish Gates Three Brothers Freedom Monument - Day 9
Riga to Sigulda
Take a local train to Gauja National Park and arrive in Sigulda. After dropping your luggage at the hotel, you'll explore one of Latvia's most beautiful nature areas. The hike stretches 6 to 7 hours covering 12 to 14 km, taking you past medieval castle ruins, hills, caves, cliffs, and impressive forests with wonderful views of the Gauja River valley. People call this place the 'Switzerland of Latvia' for good reason.
Included Activities
- Hike in Gauja National Park
- Explore medieval castle ruins
- Discover caves and cliffs in Sigulda
Landmarks Gauja National Park 
- Day 10
Sigulda to Cesis
A 45-minute train takes you to Cesis. Drop your luggage at the hotel, then explore this typical European medieval town and former Hansa city. You'll see the defensive stone wall, Town Hall, and other characteristic medieval features that date back to at least the 14th century. The walking takes 2 to 3 hours covering 4 to 5 km.
Included Activities
- Explore Cesis medieval town
- Walking tour of Cesis
Landmarks Cesis medieval town - Day 11
Cesis
After the strenuous hiking in Sigulda, today is more relaxed. You'll take a walking tour through forests, rivers, streams, and lake shores along the Cirulesei nature trails in the Gauja River valley. You'll explore diverse forest habitats, see different tree and plant species, and learn about the area's natural heritage while walking narrow paths through the valley. Plan on 17 km and 5.5 hours of hiking.
Included Activities
- Hike Ciruleisi nature trails
- Explore Gauja River valley
Landmarks Ciruleisi nature trails Gauja River - Day 12
Cesis
This is your final day wrapping up your Lithuanian and Latvian exploration. No transport or accommodation is included, so you'll need to arrange your onward travel. Optional transfers are available if you'd like one, and if you want to stay longer, there are tour extension options to consider before you go.
Optional Activities
- Optional transfers
- Tour extension options
