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- German
- English
On this private tour, you customize your journey through Kaunas by choosing between medieval fortress history or 1930s avant-garde architecture at every major milestone. Your local guide adjusts the route entirely around your interests and walking pace as you explore the dramatic stories of Lithuania’s historical crossroads.
Highlights :
• Select Your Era: Choose between exploring a 14th-century castle bastion or 1930s Art Deco avenues.
• Pick Your Stops: Decide whether to wander historical church vaults or a modern open-air street art gallery.
• Control Your Pace: Move as quickly or slowly as your group prefers with a dedicated personal guide.
• Choose Your Duration: Flex your total time between 2 to 4 hours depending on the route options you select.
Please note: Total route variations depend completely on the specific options you choose when meeting your guide.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Kaunas Castle Main Entrance (Pilies g. 17, Kaunas 44275). Your guide will be standing directly in front of the main stone bridge leading into the castle tower.
Itinerary
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1Kaunas Castle
Stop 1 — Choose one option: Option A: Medieval Roots at Kaunas Castle. Step into the 14th-century brick fortress at the confluence of two rivers. Explore the defensive bastions, exterior Gothic brickwork, and hear tales of pagan resistance against Crusader sieges.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2
Option B: The Romance and Myths of the Confluence — Walk past the castle to the peaceful park where the Nemunas and Neris rivers meet. Discover pagan ritual altars, local folklore, and the historic trade routes that built the city.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Option B: Legends of the Cathedral Basilica of St. Peter and Paul — Step inside the largest Gothic church in Lithuania. Experience the breathtaking red-brick architectural details, monumental Baroque altars, and the resting place of famous historical poets.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Laisves Aleja
Stop 3 — Choose one option: Option A: Interwar Modernism on Laisvės Alėja (Freedom Avenue) — Transition into the New Town to walk Europe’s longest pedestrian avenue. Immerse yourself in the world-class UNESCO-listed 1930s Art Deco and functionalist architecture from when Kaunas was Lithuania’s temporary capital
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Stop 2 — Choose one option: Option A: The Gothic Grandeur of Town Hall Square — Stand in the heart of Old Town, dominated by the elegant "White Swan" Town Hall. Examine the mixed Baroque and Gothic merchant houses, and trace the evolution of civic execution and celebration spaces.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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