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Kernave

23rd june

Being probably the most popular destination for St. Jonas night Kernave still kept authenticity of feast traditions and rituals.
However the main reason why locals prefer Kernave to other sites – it's fabulous surroundings of historical mounts and the Neris river valley where the main feast part takes action.

Type: authentic traditions
Authenticity rate: 9
Things to note: very limited public transport, free entrance
To do list: museum, Jonines fair, archeology site, Baltas Kalnas trail, Sulinys Gallery
Distance: 40km from Vilnius
Guided lead: adds much value
Tour: individual or in group

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Nida

TBA

Nida is a queen among seaside resorts where time is magical year-round, thats how the St Jonas night here is the most magical. Though this region was for many ages was influenced by germans, today authentic baltic traditions can be discovered here.

Type: authentic traditions
Authenticity rate: 7
Things to note: National Park and ferry fee, hard to get an accommodation.
To do list: amber museum, Tomas Mann Museum, sea bathing, Parnidis dune, Old cemetery, Nida lighthouse
Distance: 360km (5h drive) from Vilnius
Guided lead: adds much value and saves time
Tour: individual on request

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Rumsiskes

24th June

Rumsiskes is an open air ethnographical museum where you will probably enjoy celebrating for few reasons: authentic rituals, chance to hike the park of 200ha near Kaunas Lagoon.
The site of ancient days helps us to imagine, what Jonines be like in a local peasants community.

Type: authentic traditions
Authenticity rate: 9
Things to note: enter fee, limited public transport.
To do list: hike in museum territory, discover traditional architecture, exile yurt, have a treat in Arbatine.
Distance: 80km from Vilnius, 20 from Kaunas
Guided lead: adds much value and save time
Tour: individual on request

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Vilnius

23rd june

As citizens prefer to stay in the wild nature, any baltic capital get's empty during the midsummer public holiday, however Vilnius has few great celebrations to offer in Verkiai or Kalnu parkas.

Type: authentic traditions
Authenticity rate: 9
Things to note: free of charge, close to city center
To do list: just don't miss one of these events if you stay in Vilnius.
Distance: will get there within 15min from the old town.
Guided lead: adds much value and save time
Tour: individual or in group

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Palanga

23rd june

As summer solstice rituals are mostly related with rivers and lakes – the Baltic sea could add some exotic spice on St. John Day.
Despite locals' different impressions Palanga keeps being "legendary" resort – so why not to celebrate Jonines on Palanga beach?

Type: authentic traditions
Authenticity rate: 9
Things to note: traffic jam on the highway, lack of accommodation, free of charge
To do list: discover traditional architecture, Botanical park and Palanga Pier.
Distance: 300km from Vilnius, 200 km from Kaunas
Guided lead: adds much value and save time
Tour: individual or in group

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other Tiny Village

ON REQUEST

There could be amazing locations all over Lithuania where locals celebrate in small communities. Many of these places are not been even announced but open to those who happen to find the feast site. These are the most unique Jonines, where there are no spectators and performers – only those who wants to celebrate together.

Type: authentic traditions
Authenticity rate: 8-10
Things to note: free of charge, limited public transport, hard to find info
To do list: discover true local communities
Distance: on request
Guided lead: adds much value and save time
Tour: individual on request

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We propose to celebrate Summer Solstice Day (Jonines) 2023 in Lithuania

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23rd June

Jonines in Kernavė

TOUR VALUE: We invite you to celebrate St Jonas Night in Kernave, the capital of traditional midsummer celebration. Together with our local guide My Baltic Way group will join the main feast on the hills near the Neris River.
You will celebrate just as it was ages ago: people gather on the hills, decorate their heads with flower garlands, share food, sing and dance around the bonfire all night long. Most of all - with help of your guide you will discover the magical meaning of rites and the magic of the group gathering the shortest night of the year.
The traditional goods fair is open all day long to add more charm and comfort to the participants.

LOCATION: Kernave
DURATION: 18h-24h
TOUR INCLUDES: local guide, traditional picnic, introduction tour, traditional rites (songs, dances, flower wreath workshop).
ON REQUEST: transport, accommodation, tour in private, extra services.

PRICE: from 90Є

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21st to 23rd June

Rasos in Vilnius

TOUR VALUE: Rasos is another name to Lithuanian Summer Solstice among the authentic rituals admirers. Some of them meet in the capital Vilnius to held the celebration in the most authentic way.
If you have limited time and do not want to loose yourself in the prolonged celebrations, Jonines in Vilnius might be a great solution to you (with an option to celebrate as long as you want).
Only fifteen minutes is needed to reach midsummer feast site from the city center. Meet your guide and get few magical hours of the shortest night in one of Vilnius natural park.
We propose to get introduced with Sutartines song, ritual dances and great locals' stories enjoying a traditional basket lunch.
Vilnius could be a great spot to celebrate Jonines with locals!
LOCATION: Vilnius
DURATION: 2h+
TOUR INCLUDES: local guide, traditional basket lunch, introduction tour, traditional rites (songs, dances).
ON REQUEST: transport, accommodation, tour in private, extra services.

PRICE: from 70Є

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23rd June

Jonines in Palanga

TOUR VALUE: Let's meet and celebrate Summer Solstice with locals in Palanga, at the Baltic sea. Together with local guide our group will join the main feast to experience the magic of the shortest night.
It's a great combination of enjoying three things at once: the Baltic sea, small seaside town Palanga and the authentic Baltic midsummer traditions. We propose you these activities: ritualistic herb collection, the flower garland making, fortunetelling rituals, Sutartines song, dance around the bonfire and a traditional basket lunch shared with others.
Our local guide will introduce you with the magical shortest night rituals. Let's uncover the beauty and the meaning of it.

LOCATION: Palanga
DURATION: 18h-24h
TOUR INCLUDES: local guide, traditional basket lunch, introduction tour, traditional rites (songs, dances, flower wreath workshop).
ON REQUEST: transport, accommodation, tour in private, extra services.

PRICE: from 90Є

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The deep forts or the highest tree tops. Ain't no deep caves i the Baltics, but the depths of the forts are breath taking, ain't no mountains high enough, but the sky panoramas are incredible. Are you ready to take a baltic challenge?

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TREATED BY NATURE GOODS
all year round
The family hold accommodation where only local natural goods become your daily food and healing therapy. Let us introduce you to the loving heart and experienced hands which can propose you selected herbs tea, bath, massage and other therapies.
SILENCE RETREAT
on request
Dozens of natural retreats, camps and lectures take place in the Baltics each year. Most of them are leaded by international teachers and are available in English. Switch off the 5th gare, enrich your body and spirit by silence or wisdom far away from the cities.
GETTING AWAY
may to septembe
Simply grab a tenbt or a camper-van, choose the best camping site and enjoy getting into the wild.
Baltics will offer you thousands of wild, private or public camp sites providing essential equipment or letting you feel totally wild beauty.
ENJOYING THE FOREST
all year round
Wild flowers, herbs and wild fruits picking is much more than food and active leisure, it's a treat. Bating in the lake, forest river or a sea – is much more than sport and refresh, it a healing procedure. Walking in the forest is a uplifting procedure. Spectating birds and wild animals is a therapy.
We confess by our experience – nature is treating.
TREE THERAPY
all year round
From the ancient days baltic people widely used trees in the daly life. We know, that each sort has different value and features. We know that different power is present in the oak or linden, in the birch or spruce. Spend some time surrounded by trees, touch it and feel –trees can be very powerful.
CITY MUSIC FESTIVAL
all year round
Since 1991 he aim of expanding the extent of Kaunas Jazz was already explicit at that time. Later on, the Festival guests' concerts in other cities of Lithuania became an integral part of the Kaunas Jazz Festival. Every year the Kaunas Jazz Festival changes the image of the city—hundreds of cheerful people fill the city streets and halls to enjoy the sounds of jazz.
FORESTMUSIC FESTIVALS
May to Septembe
is about to celebrating culture, diversity, and for most over – nature. Each year Yaga tries to gather many extraordinary artists to perform their unique form of self-expression. From engaging live music acts to eye-catching visual displays, festival environment transforms wild woods to a psychedelic village for the whole weekend, where so-called modern rituals take place.
MASTERS OF CALM
on request
Quiet meditation hours mark the beginning of the day in the land of Masters of Calm. The day progresses with a melange of recreational activities like yoga, pilates, callanetics, active training, along with interactive sessions on healthy lifestyle, relationships, parenting, human /psychology, and conscious living.
PERSONAL PHOTOSESSION
all year round
Have a fun personal photo session in the nature or city with a professional photographer.
Bring some baltic vibes home.
UNIQUE PLACE TO STAY
all year round
Let's select the most unique and relaxing accommodation for your lazy days. Would you prefer to find yourself totally alone in the forest or surrounded by others at the sea side? Would you like to try sleeping in the tree or enjoying luxury countryside hut? All is possible, just ceep calm and stay lazy.

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