Trakai Island and Trakai Castle Tour, Vilnius
Trakai Island and Trakai Castle Tour highlights
Explore the amazingly beautiful lakeside town of Trakai
Learn about the Karaites ethnic group that settled in Trakai
Delight in the picturesque views of the countryside
Explore the Lithuanian countryside on a historical sightseeing adventure by taking a day trip from Vilnius
Enjoy the scenic views of the beautiful wetlands, before taking a tour of the castle's interior
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- If cancellation is made 30 days or more before the date of travel, 25.0% of total booking cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
- If cancellation is made within 30 days before the date of travel, total booking cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
- In the event of unforeseen weather conditions, union issues, government restrictions, or any other circumstances beyond human control, certain trips or activities may be cancelled. In such cases, alternate feasible options will be provided. However, a cash refund will not be available.
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Trakai Island and Trakai Castle Tour overview
Starting Location: Bell Tower of Vilnius Cathedral, Katedros varpinė, a. 2, 01143 Vilnius, Lithuania
Starting Time: 11:00 AM
Activity Duration: 4 Hours
About the Trakai Island and Trakai Castle Tour:
The beautiful Trakai Island Castle is located on an island in lake Galvė in Trakai, Lithuania. Kęstutis started building this magnificent stone castle in the fourteenth century. His son finished the castle's major construction projects in 1409. Learn all about the ethnic Karaites people who settled in Trakia and the people who followed over the years. Enjoy panoramic views of Lake Galvė, the deepest lake in the region.
About the Activity:
- Have a memorable family experience at the Tour to Trakai Island & Trakai Castle from Vilnius.
- Travel into the heart of Lithuania on a glamorous tour of Trakai Island and the castle.
- Enjoy the panoramic views of the wild, rolling countryside sweep by as your guide paints a vivid picture of Lithuania's gripping history.
- After which you'll arrive at the fairy-tale Castle, which sits pretty in the middle of a beautiful lake.
- See the pretty insular castle and well-preserved ruins of the peninsular castle, constructed in the 14th century.
- Finally, visit the castle's many rooms and chambers, and hear royal tales.
- Re-Constructed after World War II, Insular Castle is considered to be a major landmark of Lithuania.
- In cooperation with the National Opera and Ballet Theater, the already traditional opera "Castles" is performed on State Day.
- Since 2019 the museum is managed by director Alvyga Zmejevskienė.
How to Reach:
- By Cab: The meeting location is a mere 3 min (0.6 Km) drive from the City's Center.