HORSE RACING ON ICE

LITHUANIA

Ice Cricket - we warmly welcome allcomers, even the Aussies

Experience one of the oldest and most unusual horse races in the World

For over 100 years, horse races have been held on the frozen waters of Lake Sartai in northern Lithuania,
and even today, this really is a weekend to treasure.

Dates:	Friday 1st to Monday 4th February 2008
Where:	Vilnius & Lake Sartai, Lithuania
Why?	Beautiful baroque Old Town and, probably, the most unusual horse race in the world.

WHY? ... .WHY NOT?

Vilnius and its many baroque church spires

Come and explore Vilnius’ sprawling baroque World Heritage Old Town with its enchanting streets, its panorama of spires, belfries, turrets and its many baroque buildings…

…and while in Lithuania, you will also experience over 100 years of racing tradition with a full day at the Annual Lake Sartai Horse Racing on Ice, one of the largest sporting festivals in Eastern Europe.

No visit would be complete to Vilnius without trying its legendary Suktinis. Once tasted, never forgotten!

…and yes, the lake really is frozen!

Friday - THE GRAND ARRIVAL
	Meet & Greet at Airport. Private Transfer. Welcome "Suktinis" drink in Old Town Time to discover Vilnius' beautiful listed Old Town and its exciting nightlife

Saturday - VILNIUS, JEWEL IN THE BALTIC CROWN
	2 hr Guided Walking Tour of the Old Town Free time to explore the maze of cobblestone streets and architectural delights

Sunday - DAY AT THE ICE RACES
	Meet in Hotel for private transfer (90 mins) to Lake Sartai En-route photo stop at Geographical Centre* of Europe, 15 miles north of Vilnius Mulled Wine & Soup Welcome at Lake Sartai Horse Racing on Lake Sartai, surely most unique horse race in the world? Evening - Return to Vilnius. Last chance to sample some Lithuanian Cuisine

Monday - FREE TIME & FAREWELL LITHUANIA
	Shopping time. Top local tips: Lithuanian Amber and Natural Linen Meet in Hotel for private transfer to Vilnius Airport. Farewell Dear Vilnius!

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