7-Day Self-Guided Bike Tour in Lithuania with the Curonian Spit

7 Days Round trip from Klaipėda Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Marvel at Lithuania's largest precipice, the Dutchman's Cap
  • 02 Enjoy a leisurely walk along Palanga's pedestrian promenade and bridge to the sea
  • 03 Learn about bird ringing techniques at Vente Cape
  • 04 Visit Uostadvaris and its old lighthouse in the Nemunas Delta
  • 05 Take time to swim in the sea near Nida, weather permitting
  • 06 Explore the dead dunes, a cormorant colony, and the Hill of Witches

Explore Klaipėda, the Curonian Spit, the Nemunas Delta, and Lithuania's most popular seaside resort, Palanga, by bicycle at your own pace. Most cycle tracks are asphalt lanes stretching along the Baltic coast, with several miles-long rides through forests and on country roads, making this an even-surface trip with only a few hills and slopes. Part of the route follows the international Euro Velo 10 and Euro Velo 13 tracks. This is a self-guided supported trip, with baggage transfers, detailed maps, and assistance throughout your journey, and you are free to select tour dates from May to October.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Klaipeda, Palanga, Šilutė, Nida, Rusnė, Curonian Spit National Park, Nemunas Delta
Languages English, German, Lithuanian, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival and Walking Tour of Klaipeda

  • Arrival in Klaipeda. Meet and greet with the guide.

  • Enjoy a walking tour around Klaipeda.

Overnight stay in Klaipeda.

2
Day 02

Ride to Palanga through Seaside Regional Park

  • You will leave the hotel on your bicycles and ride all the way to Palanga. The cycle track stretches across the Seaside Regional Park.

  • On your way, you will stop next to the largest precipice in Lithuania, called the Dutchman's Cap.

  • Palanga is the most popular seaside resort in Lithuania. It is home to the historic Tiskeviciai Palace and the Amber Museum.

  • Tourists enjoy leisurely walks along the pedestrian promenade, which leads onto the bridge to the sea.

Overnight stay in Klaipeda.

3
Day 03

Transfer to Memelland and Cycle across Rusne Island

  • In the morning, you will have a transfer to the Klaipeda region of Memelland. The cycle track starts in Silute, from where you will go to Rusne, the largest island in Lithuania.

  • On your way, you will pass the historic Bismarck colony, which used to be inhabited by swamp dwellers.

  • After reaching the town of Rusne, you will cycle to Uostadvaris and visit an old lighthouse to admire the wonderful nature.

  • Your next stop is Rusne, where you will be able to grab some freshly smoked fish sold by the local fishermen.

  • After the trip, you will return to Silute.

Overnight stay in Silute.

4
Day 04

Cycle to Vente Cape and Sail onward to Nida

  • On this day, the trip will take you all the way to the Nemunas Delta, which is home to a nature reserve.

  • While cycling there, you will stop at the mesmerising Aukstumala marsh.

  • Next, you will go to Vente Cape, where you will visit the bird ringing station and learn about the millions of birds passing through this magical place every season.

  • Afterwards, you will sail by ship to Nida, passing the Curonian Spit.

Overnight stay in Nida.

5
Day 05

Discover Nida, the Pearl of the Baltic Coast

  • Today is all about getting to know Nida, the pearl of the Baltic coast.

  • You will have the chance to visit the great Parnidis Dune, the summer residence and museum of Nobel Prize-winning author Thomas Mann, the local amber gallery, the old fishermen cemetery, and the museum of a historic artists' colony.

  • After a hearty lunch, it is high time to take a dip in the sea or enjoy a pleasant walk around Nida.

Overnight stay in Nida.

6
Day 06

Scenic Ride from Nida to Smiltyne or Klaipeda

  • This part of the trip involves a bike ride on the international Euro Velo 10 and Euro Velo 13 tracks. The bike paths have just been renovated and are of really good quality.

  • This is considered one of the most impressive cycle routes in Lithuania, stretching along both the Curonian Lagoon and the sea.

  • On the way, you will visit the so-called dead dunes, a spooky cormorant colony, and the Hill of Witches.

  • Subject to weather conditions, you will also have an opportunity to take a swim in the sea.

  • Arrival at Smiltyne.

Overnight stay in Smiltyne or Klaipeda.

7
Day 07

Departure or Extend Your Trip

  • Individual departure or extension of the trip.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Klaipėda 7 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • 6 nights in hotels with breakfast

  • Baggage transfers from hotel to hotel

  • Bus transfers according to the program

  • Ferry tickets from Uostadvaris to Nida

  • Information leaflets and maps

What to bring

  • Comfortable clothing suitable for cycling

  • Comfortable walking shoes

  • Swimwear for sea swimming, weather permitting

  • Weather-appropriate layers for coastal conditions

Know before you go

  • Bicycle rental with a carrier - EUR 16 per day

  • Electric bicycle rental with seven gears - EUR 30 per day

  • Additional night and breakfast in Klaipeda:

    • Double room - price ranges from EUR 85-110

    • Single occupancy - price ranges from EUR 85-110

  • Transfer to Palanga Airport - EUR 40

  • Transfer to the ferry terminal in Klaipeda - EUR 25

  • Transfer to the bus/train station in Klaipeda - EUR 25

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Klaipėda, Lithuania
Tour start
Klaipėda, Lithuania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 days finish where they began, in Klaipėda.

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