1) Visiting The Library of Vilnius University and
Amber Museum - Gallery

Wednesday – July 25, 2012
09.00 – 13.30
Price  per person - 50 EUR

Price includes:
• English speaking guide
• Transportation and admission fees
• Lunch in old town restaurant

Vilnius University Library, founded in 1570, has remained in its authentic place up to now. Together with all the buildings and courtyards of the old University it composes a uniform, spectacular and unique architectural ensemble of Vilnius Old City, representing the history of Lithuanian science and culture progress. The tour features library halls, University courtyards and St.John Church.
Future the visit to the Amber Gallery. The exhibits on display at the Amber Museum-Gallery will tell you about the morphology of amber. It is revealed in the exhibits of various sizes, forms and colour. You also will be able to see the ceramics baking shop of the end of the 15th century found in the basement of the Museum, authentic earthenware. Exhibitions of the works of artists working with amber are constantly held at the Gallery. One can also buy amber jewellery of modern and classical design here.

Reservations are made on a first come first served basis. We reserve the right to cancel trips due to low enrolment. Participants will be offered the opportunity to book an alternative excursion or a full refund.
We recommend to wear sneakers or comfortable walking shoes.

More info: Vilnius University Library
                Amber Museum Gallery

2) Excursion to the Island Castle in Trakai

Wednesday -  July 25 , 2012
14.00 - 18.00
Price per person: 40 EUR

Price includes:
• English speaking guide
• Transportation and admission fees

Excursion to one of the oldest Lithuanian settlements spreading over unique glacial terrain  - Trakai -  the ancient capital of Lithuania. Trakai features moraine hills and numerous lakes. Many hills emerge from water like islands. Located 28 km from Vilnius, the ancient capital of Lithuania is now famous for its 15^th century insular castle on the lake, which is housing an exhibition on prehistoric findings and the 17^th-18^th century applied art, the way of life of the Lithuanian Grand Dukes, and the Karaites, a Judaist sect brought by grand Duke Vytautas from the Crimea.

Reservations are made on a first come first served basis. We reserve the right to cancel trips due to low enrolment. Participants will be offered the opportunity to book an alternative excursion or a full refund.
We recommend to wear sneakers or comfortable walking shoes.

 More info: Trakai Castle