Jewish Heritage in Vilnius - Private Walking Tour
Welcome to complete and personal introduction to Jerusalem of the North
Did you know: • That Vilnius is also known as a hometown of the Gaon of Vilna - the foremost leader of Jewry of the past few centuries? • That in Vilnius bears used to eat chocolate? • That Albert Einstein, Sigmund Freud, and Marc Chagall were honorary members of the board in YIVO - Institute for Jewish Research established in Vilnius in 1925? • That well-traveled Litvaks from all over the world praising local bagels as one of the best in the world? • That many world-famous artists and writers were born/resided in Vilnius – from Samuel Bak, Jacques Lipchitz, Chaim Soutine, Marc Chagall, Chaim Grade to name a few?
Welcome to relive their and our life stories! As it is a private tour you will get personal attention from a local expert guide.
Expect to get much more than from a regular join-in tour, get unbiased advice, and make a new friend.
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Jewish Heritage in Vilnius - Private Walking Tour
What's included in Jewish Heritage in Vilnius - Private Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Vilnius Cathedral
Meet your local guide=new friend by Vilnius Cathedral and get introduced to the Abraham and discover intriguing story of his sword and hear first bright secrets of Judaism. Greet horned Moses and other Jews, Litvaks and other citizens of Vilnius.
Walk on Vilnius main avenue to see bears eating chocolate, to find out why they are doing so and keep searching more Jewish signs and imprints which will be echoing in every step of the tour.
Presidential Palace
Stop by the Presidential Palace to hear an incredible story of Sir Moses Haim Montefiore, the Sheriff of London and his adventures in Vilnius.
Inclusions
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
