11. A Self-Guided Tour of Lithuania’s Medieval Capital Trakai
Experience the magic of GPS playback on this immersive stroll through Trokai. On this self-guided walking tour, you'll breathe in the blue skies surrounding the colourful wooden city and its castle. Trakai is home to Lithuania’s characteristic bright blue lakes and breathtaking scenery. On this walking tour, you’ll get to know the medieval capital of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania and soak up its rich history and surrounding natural beauty. You'll wind through Karaite Street, where you can admire its colourful wooden houses. Tour producer Agnieska will tell you about the Caraite nation, which arrived from Crimea 600 years ago. You’ll hear stories of local folklore as you cross the bridge to Trakai Island Castle, the town’s main attraction, which dates back to the 1300s. As you walk around its perimeter, Agnieska will share stories about medieval battles at this gothic castle and its place in modern Trakai and Lithuania.
22. CASTLE ISLAND - Premium guided canoe tour at Trakai Historical Park
5.0· 3 reviews· 5 hoursOne of the major landmarks in Lithuania, Trakai Castle, needs no introduction. Built in the 14th century, the castle used to serve as the residence for the Grand dukes of Lithuania. Nothing can compete with the breathtaking views of this tour, moreover, there is so much history to discover! The former capital with all the ancient castles is surrounded by five lakes and dozens of islands where you can relax and enjoy snacks from our gourmet picnic basket. A truly exquisite experience for those who enjoy being outdoors and never stop learning.
33. Trakai and Alpaca Family Park Private Tour
5.0· 2 reviewsTour combines a visit to a AlpacaFamilyPark with a scenic trip to Trakai, home to the iconic island castle set on Lake Galvė. You’ll enjoy close, hands-on interaction with friendly alpacas while learning about farm life, followed by a relaxed exploration of Trakai’s history, culture, and picturesque surroundings. The experience offers a perfect balance of nature, animals, and heritage, local food. This tour is ideal for families, couples, animal lovers, and travelers seeking a calm, authentic day outside the city.
44. Trakai: Private tour Kybyns Cooking Lesson
5.0· 1 reviews· 1 hoursDiscover the city on a private tour made just for you. In the historic city of Trakai, in a traditional Karaites home, you will cook and taste kybyns, prepared together with the chief and representative of the Karaites community and kitchen. In the cozy home, you will become acquainted with old-lived history, traditions and the culture of Karaites in Lithuania. You will also find out secrets of kybyns and learn a special technique to roll out a dough. Through a fun and easy lesson you will get to know more about this unique meal, the secrets of which are transferred from generation to generation of Karaites families. Finally, you will enjoy the unique taste of kybyn made by yourself together with some delicious soup.
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