VILNIUS Vilnius the capital of Lithuania is a gem and a true delight to all who visit. We are extremely pleased to be able to include additional selective offers featuring a new range of hotels that have been chosen with our discerning clients in mind. The City Park Hotel is situated in the very heart of Vilnius. All rooms have private facilities, satellite TV, mini-bar and telephone. The hotel features a restaurant, sauna and pool. We have excellent weekend offers for a minimum of 3 nights at only £275 per person. The Mikotel is located within walking distance to the Old Town. All rooms have private facilities, TV and telephone. Prices for 3 nights start at £275 per person. The Rinno Hotel is elegantly furnished and is within walking distance of the Old Town. All rooms have satellite TV and phone, hairdryer and mini-bar. 3 nights £278 per person. The Mabre Residence is already featured in our brochure and continues to be a popular choice with our clients. Within the buildings of this former Russian-orthodox monastery you will find stylish rooms with satellite TV, mini-bar and telephone. The hotel provides a buffet style breakfast and features a sauna and relaxation pool. 3 nights £290 per person. The Europa Hotel is a beautifully restored nineteenth century building situated on the edge of the Old Town with views of St Kazimier Church and the Dawn Gates. All 32 rooms combine elegance, style and comfort with modern facilities. There is also the special Round Suite, a beautifully romantic circular room on the roof, filled with windows. Fireplaces and a spiral staircase add to the ambiance. The hotel provides an excellent buffet style breakfast. 4 nights B/B £305 per person, for the price of 3 nights. Neringa Hotel is a 48 room hotel with a Scandinavian feel in the centre of Vilnius. The hotel features include a restaurant, sauna and a free fitness centre. Rooms are light, bright and modern, and all have private facilities and include Satellite TV and telephone. 3 nights B/B £305 per person. The above prices include direct flights from London Heathrow to Vilnius, all taxes and accommodation based on twin sharing B/B. For single room supplement please enquire. Transfers are not included but can be pre-booked at a cost of £10 one way. A 3 hour city tour of Vilnius can also be pre-booked at a cost of £40 for maximum 2 pax. A 4 hour tour to Trakai the ancient capital £42 for maximum 2 pax.

LITHUANIA You will love Lithuania. From the very first sight when you enter the Old Town of Vilnius you will love those curved gothic streets, beautiful old buildings, small cafes, and the nice and polite local people. You will see unspoiled wild nature and breathtaking sand dunes on the coast. You will visit ancient castles and churches. You will listen to authentic folklore dating back to the times when Lithuanians were still pagans in Europe. You will taste Lithuanian meals - maybe sometimes too filling - but always cooked and presented with soul and hospitality which comes so naturally to these people. Of course, Lithuania's main attraction is Vilnius, the capital, featuring architectural diversity from Gothic to Baroque and Classicism. You will find here a world-renowned heritage which placed the Old Town of Vilnius on UNESCO's prestigious World Heritage List in 1995. Travellers visiting Vilnius nowadays are especially lucky because they have an excellent opportunity to see the famous Vilnius Cathedral Treasure displayed in the Exhibition of Christianity in Lithuanian Art. A must-see attraction is the fairy tale Medieval Castle in Trakai set amidst lakes and located just 30 minutes' drive from the centre of Vilnius. The other major towns in Lithuania are Kaunas and Klaipeda, Lithuaniana's window to the Baltic Sea. Each has a well-preserved Old Town, quite small in size, but attractive for their Russian and German heritage, interesting museums, and the quiet and relaxed provincial way of life. Neringa (Curonian Spit) is one of Lithuaniana's most spectacularly beautiful places, and area of unspoilt nature, dense forests and refreshing sea breezes. Visited by Pope John Paul II, the Hill of the Crosses, outside Siauliai, is yet another highlight and one of the most important symbols of Lithuanian nationhood. Lithuania does not have high breathtaking mountains. Its beautiful landscape consists rather of natural forests and low hills, often interrupted by meandering rivers and lakes. National parks offer amazing scenery and unforgettable experiences to explore and enjoy nature by walking, cycling, canoeing or riding on horseback. No description, however, could be better than your own experience. Discover Lithuania yourself by contacting Poltours and booking a short break to Vilnius or tour of Lithuania.

 

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The Old Town, one of the largest in Eastern Europe, is included in the UNESCO World Heritage Monuments List. A delight to explore.

Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania, has had many influences over the centuries - and all have left their mark. It has, however, remained fiercely Lithuanian. With over half the city covered in greenery, Vilnius has an almost provincial air. The winding streets offer sights and attractions at almost every turn. You will be rewarded with a vast array of magnificent churches in Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and Classical styles.

Vilnius also offers many excellent restaurants, cosy cafes and quaint shops and a number of tours to make your stay a truly memorable one.