Make sure you have plenty of gas in the tank, because Kaunas is worth making a detour for. Situated 45 miles from Ilgininkai, it’s home to a few fabulous attractions, such as Kaunas Castle and Ninth Fort. Nothing says living big like a road trip, so keep on cruising to Vilnius. It’s 55 miles away and also has a few appealing sights, such as Vilnius Cathedral and Gates of Dawn.