Dzūkija Forest & Traditional Villages from Vilnius/Kaunas

Discover the untouched beauty of southern Lithuania on a day trip to Dzūkija National Park. Explore traditional wooden villages, walk through pine forests, and enjoy a tasting of local dishes.
Escape the city and discover the untouched beauty of southern Lithuania on a full-day journey to Dzūkija National Park, the country’s most forested and authentic ethnographic region.

Depart from Vilnius or Kaunas and travel to Dzūkija, which takes approximately 1.5–2.5 hours, making it an ideal destination for a nature-focused day trip. Begin with a visit to one of the region’s historic villages, such as Zervynos or Musteika, where you’ll walk among old wooden houses and learn about traditional Lithuanian rural life. These villages are still inhabited and preserve unique architectural and cultural heritage rarely seen elsewhere in Europe.

Continue into the heart of the national park, explore forest trails, and reach remote natural sites, including raised bog landscapes and panoramic viewpoints. Depending on the season, the forest offers berries, mushrooms, and a peaceful atmosphere perfect for slow travel.

The tour also includes a chance to experience local flavors, with an optional tasting of traditional dishes such as buckwheat cake (grikių babka) or local honey, connecting you even deeper with the region’s identity.

This experience is ideal for travelers looking to go beyond the typical highlights and discover a quieter, more authentic side of Lithuania. With small groups or private options available, the tour offers a relaxed pace, personal attention, and meaningful storytelling throughout the day.

För att garantera tillgänglighet, boka så snart som möjligt. Tidig bokning är värt att överväga, särskilt om du planerar resan under högsäsong som allmänna helgdagar eller helger.

Denna utflykt kan du avboka utan kostnad upp till 24 timmar före resans start. Om du avbokar efter 24 timmar eller inte dyker upp på utflykten kommer du fortfarande att debiteras hela priset för aktiviteten. Att vara sen vid upphämtning eller avresa kommer att betraktas som att inte dyka upp.