Half Day Private Jewish Vilnius Tour with a Litvak: Jewish Quarter, Ponar Forest

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Duration
5 hours 30 minutes
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Why take this tour?

This is a unique tour with a litvak Ema Segal. Ema was born and raised in Vilnius in the 80s. During this half day tour you will not only hear and see a lot of interesting facts and stories about the Jewish life before and after WWII, but also hear Ema's personal story of growing up Jewish in the post-Soviet Vilnius. This tour includes a 3,5-hour walking tour around the 2 Jewish ghettos (previously known as the Jewish Quarter), and later a drive to the Ponar forest. You will be driven in a comfortable 4-seat VW Golf. This private tour is suited for a max. 4 people group. Which allows for an intimate two-way communication. THE MENTIONED TOUR PRICE IS FOR THE WHOLE GROUP.

What’s included?

  • All Fees and Taxes

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Entry/Admission - Vilnius Old Town

  • Entry/Admission - Paneriai (Ponar)

  • Lunch

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 5h 30m

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Private Jewish Guide Lithuania

About operator:

Private Jewish Guide Lithuania is a 1-person business tailored for 3-4 people groups. The tours are done by a local Litvak who was born and raised in Vilna. The tours vary from 3,5 hrs walking tours to 7 hours tours involving driving to some more remote Jewish historical spots.

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