Vilnius: Anyksciai, Hill of Crosses, Rope Course, Private Tour
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4.6 (5)
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EUR 494.00

9 hours


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Overview

Explore Lithuanian history and tradition on this private Anykščiai and the Hill of Crosses day trip from Vilnius. Explore Lithuania’s 19th-century engineering history on the narrow-gauge railway. Visit the Ethnographic Horse Museum with a private guide and see how the horse helped develop Lithuania’s farming traditions. Take in local attractions such as the Roman Catholic Church of St Matthias — the tallest church in Lithuania — and test your mettle on the treetop rope course in the Aukštaitija National Park. Then, spend time at the Hill of Crosses, a popular pilgrimage site.

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Discover Lithuania

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Interesting place

Maria_E, Sept 2024

Trip was very good. Hill of Crosses, st mathew church and tree top hill are interesting place. It covers spiritual, historical as well as nature. Our tour guide Adam is highly recommendable. He is knowledgeable and highly engaging!

The Power of Faith

AlmaHogan_H, Jul 2019

Having an opportunity to visit the Homeland of my ancestors was a truly extraordinary experience. Our tour guide, Andrius took the stories of my childhood and turned them into memorable experiences. He brought us to a traditional farmhouse where we had a chance to go inside an see how my family lived. We were at the train station on the anniversary of the deportation of 300,000 Lithuanians to Siberia and experienced school children learning the history of the horror Lithuanians endured. We had an opportunity to see artifacts depicting daily living interpreted by two different artists. We had a spectacular traditional Lithuanian lunch consisting of cepelinai and cold beet soup. Andruis was so well versed in Lithuanian history, culture and charming stories. In particular he shared the stories of survival and deep faith as we arrived at the "Hill of Crosses". I knew the stories of my family's survival... this holy ground demonstrated how a nation and faith filled people could not be destroyed. I am deeply indebted to Andrius for being an engaging storyteller and an integral part of our Lithuanian journey.

Response from Host, Aug 2019

Dear Alma, It´s so nice to read your detailed and warm words - thank you for doing it! Your review approves that our commitment to offer an unforgettable experience in Lithuania, has succeeded. If you have any planes to visit the Homeland of your ancestors again, do not hesitate to contact us again. best regards!

Excellent trip with a very knowledgable driver/guide

Mobile45903336340, Nov 2018

We were very pleased with our day trip to Siluva and the Hill of crosses. Our driver/guide Inge provided us with history lessons and very patiently waited for us when we attended mass at the Shrine of Our Lady of Siluva which we did not expect. She also recommended we visit the KGB museum which we also did. Thanks Inge.

Response from Host, Jan 2019

Hi! Thank you for the wonderful review about our Pilgrim tour! We feel very satisfied that you enjoyed the trip and the tour guide so much! Hope to see you soon to another Discover Lithuania tour! Best regards.

Wonderful full day we really enjoyed...

Patricia S, Apr 2016

<p>Wonderful full day we really enjoyed our guides knowledge, and openness about the culture and the people.</p>

Itinerary

  • Discover Lithuania

    In the morning pick up from your hotel. About two and half hours drive to The Hill of Crosses, Siualiai district.

    3 hours
  • Kryziu Kalnas

    Visiting The Hill of Crosses

    1 hour
  • Narrow-Gauge Railway Museum

    Visiting Narrow Gauge Railway Museum and Stone Painting Exhibition

    45 minutes
    Admission Included
  • Horse museum

    Visiting an ethnographical Horse museum

    1 hour
    Admission Included
  • The Treetop Walking Path

    Walking among the treetops on the Treetop Walking Path.

    30 minutes
    Admission Included
  • Church of Apostle Evangelist St. Matthew

    Visiting a red brick Neo-Gothic church in Anykščiai

    15 minutes
  • Drive back to Vilnius

    1 hour
    Admission Included
Meeting Point Map

Location

Address

Pylimo g. 50, 01307 Vilnius, Lithuania

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Experience

Highlights

  • Private 1-day tour of Anykščiai and the Hill of Crosses from Vilnius
  • Gain insight into Lithuania’s engineering history on the narrow-gauge railway
  • Visit attractions including the Ethnographic Horse Museum and the Church of St Matthias with a private guide
  • Take the treetop rope course in the Aukštaitija National Park
  • Enjoy a moment of peace and reflection at the Hill of Crosses
  • Tour includes pickup and drop-off from your Vilnius hotel
  • Inclusions

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Private tour
    • Driver/guide

    Exclusions

    • Food and drinks
    • Gratuities

    Additional Information

    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Guide Languages

    • English

    Cancellation Policy

    • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.

    • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.

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    EUR 494.00