6 days in Lithuania Itinerary

The capital of Lithuania, Vilnius, boasts an impressive medieval quarter--one of the continent's largest and a World Heritage Site with almost 2,000 historical buildings.

Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at Vilnil. Museum of illusions and Terra Recognita. Your inner history buff will appreciate Gate of Dawn and Church Of St Peter And St Paul. When in Vilnius, make a side trip to see Trakai Island Castle Museum in Trakai, approximately Trakai away. There's much more to do: take an in-depth tour of Gediminas Castle Tower, take in the exciting artwork at Vitrazo Manufaktura, stop by Uzupis, and take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Hill of Three Crosses.

To see ratings, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Vilnius trip planner.

Cairo, Egypt to Vilnius is an approximately 9-hour flight. You can also drive. In October, Vilnius is colder than Cairo - with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly back home.