7 Day itinerary in Lithuania, Europe
Aukštaitija Kayak Trip (Self-Guided)
7 days travel starting in Vilnius. On the first nights enjoy the comfort of the capital city and discover it's beauty. Your journey leads to Trakai. Do a guided kayak trip and explore historical sites such as Island Castle and Užutrakis Manor, feel tranquility of Trakai National Park and its crystal... Read More
By Valdis
Overview
Physical Difficulty
Average
Recommended Age
Minimum 17
Maximum 70
Operated in
English
GUIDANCE
On Some Day Trips
starting point
Vilnius
trip type
Private
trip attributes
Kayaking
Meet local people
Outdoors & Nature
Start/End
Night
Highlights
Kayaking on remote lakes and rivers of Aukštaitija National Park
Guided kayak tour in Trakai National Park
Accommodation in traditional homesteads and guesthouses *Note:
Iconic wooden church of Palūšė
Kayaking on remote lakes and rivers of Aukštaitija National Park
Guided kayak tour in Trakai National Park
Accommodation in traditional homesteads and guesthouses *Note:
Iconic wooden church of Palūšė
Itinerary
Double occupancy and tandem kayak
Accommodation Categories
Day 1
Vilnius
Arrival in Vilnius. Accommodation in central located guesthouse.
Accommodation:
- Double occupancy and tandem kayak: Downtown Forest Hostel & Camping
Day 2
Vilnius – Trakai (Paddling distance approx. 11 km) – Ginučiai (Aukštaitija National Park)
Drive to Trakai and enjoy our classic guided kayak trip. Explore historical sites such as Island Castle and Užutrakis Manor, feel tranquility of Trakai National Park and its crystal clear lakes with number of islands and try traditional Karaim cuisine for picnic lunch. Travel to Aukštaitija in the later afternoon and stay at the rural guest house in Ginučiai.
Accommodation:
- Double occupancy and tandem kayak: Ginučiai water mill
Day 3
Būka river – Ginučiai (Paddling distance approx. 20 km)
Paddle the most picturesque river in the national park, pass some remote traditional villages and enjoy tranquility of the lush woods. Find an inner pond located in one little island of Lake Baluošas before you reach Ginučiai. Take a hike on one of the trails surrounding the village and explore the area or ascent the observation tower nearby to make the most out of your day.
Accommodation:
- Double occupancy and tandem kayak: Ginučiai water mill
Day 4
Ginučiai – Meironys (Paddling distance approx. 18km)
The waterway continues through the heart of Aukštaitija National Park. Climb the ancient Ginučiai hillfort on the way and enjoy the view over 6 lakes from Ladakalnis hill. Stay in remote guesthouse in Meironys and enjoy serene afternoon by the lake or explore the surroundings and nearby villages on marked hiking trails.
Accommodation:
- Double occupancy and tandem kayak: Meira sodyba
Day 5
Meironys – Kaltanėnai (Paddling distance approx. 16 km)
Explore picturesque lakes Lūšiai, Šakarvai and Žeimenys. No visit of Aukštatija will be complete without seeing the iconic wooden church of Palūšė from the early 18th century. Stay at the comfortable guesthouse in Kaltanėnai, right at the start of Žeimena river.
Accommodation:
- Double occupancy and tandem kayak: Prie Žeimenos
Day 6
Kaltanėnai – Švenčionėliai (Paddling distance approx. 18 km)
Enjoy your last day of kayaking while paddling down one of the most popular rivers in Lithuania – Žeimena. Our guide will pick you up at the bridge in Švenčionėliai and bring you back to Vilnius.
Accommodation:
- Double occupancy and tandem kayak: Downtown Forest Hostel & Camping
Day 7
Vilnius
End of itinerary and options to prolong your stay in Lithuania.
What’s Included
Accommodation
- Ginučiai water mill
- Downtown Forest Hostel & Camping
- Meira sodyba
- Prie Žeimenos
Transport
- Transfer Vilnius – Trakai – Aukštaitija National Park – Vilnius
Activities
- Guided tour in Vilnius Old town
- Guided Kayak Tour in Trakai
Extras
- Tandem kayaks with rudder incl. All necessary equipment (paddles, dry bags, safety gear)
- Accommodation as per itinerary with shower/WC
- Briefing and maps
Not Included
- Single kayak supplement: €55,00/per person
About Valdis
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7 years of experience in planning, leading, and guiding tours. I create tours which give guest emotions, knowledge, and understanding. The concept came from my time abroad and what I liked to do in my travels.
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