Itinerary
- Day 1
Warsaw
You'll arrive in Warsaw this afternoon and head to your hotel to settle in. Spend the rest of the day however you like, whether that means taking a walk around the city, resting after your journey, or just relaxing at the hotel. Later this evening you'll meet your Travel Director and the other travelers for a chance to connect before the tour officially starts.
- Day 2
Warsaw
This morning you'll join a guided tour with a local specialist who'll walk you through Warsaw's main sights and tell you about how the city was rebuilt following World War II. It's a good way to get oriented and understand the city's history. After the tour finishes, the rest of your day is open, so you can wander around on your own, grab lunch somewhere interesting, or check out whatever catches your attention.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- In-depth guided sightseeing tour of Warsaw with Local Specialist
Optional Activities
- Wilanów Palace - visit this splendid baroque palace built in the late 17th century as a summer home for King Jan Sobieski III, featuring royal furniture, portraits and china from the National Museum (€36.00 per adult)
- Warsaw Five Senses Tour - journey to the district of Praga to visit Poland's first Vodka Museum, sample local delicacies, and enjoy a scenic drive through Warsaw (€59.00 per adult)
Landmarks/POIs Old Town Warsaw Chopin Memorial Ghetto Heroes Memorial - Day 3
Warsaw to Gdańsk
You'll head north through farmland toward Gda\u0144sk, stopping along the way at a family-run organic farm. There you'll meet Marcin and have lunch with local cider and food made from what they grow. It's a casual, genuine experience before you continue to Gda\u0144sk and arrive in the evening. You'll have some time to walk through the Old Town and see what's around once you get there.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Seasonal lunch with organic greens, slow-cooked Mangalica pork and local cheese at family farm)
Included Activities
- Be My Guest experience at organic farm with host Marcin including cider tasting and seasonal lunch
Optional Activities
- Harbour Cruise and Westerplatte - guided cruise with Local Specialist to see the city from the water and visit Westerplatte peninsula where the first battle of WWII began (€37.00 per adult)
Landmarks/POIs Gdańsk Old Town Westerplatte - Day 4
Gdańsk
Start the morning with a guided tour of Gda\u0144sk's Old Town, then visit the European Solidarity Centre to learn about Poland's trade union movement and civil resistance. After that, the afternoon and evening are yours. You might spend time looking at the architecture along the Long Market, walk through the Old Town more thoroughly, or find your way to the Golden Gate. There's plenty to see at your own speed.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing tour of Gdańsk Old Town with Local Specialist
- Visit to European Solidarity Centre revealing history of Solidarity movement
Optional Activities
- Malbork Castle - explore the UNESCO-listed Malbork, Europe's largest brick castle completed over 600 years ago and former headquarters of the Teutonic Knights Crusaders (€41.00 per adult)
- The Polish Riviera: Sopot & Oliwa - visit Sopot to enjoy the sea air and longest wooden pier in Europe, plus the Cathedral of Oliwa with its twin spires (€40.00 per adult)
Landmarks/POIs European Solidarity Centre Long Market Golden Gate Malbork Castle - Day 5
Gdańsk to Toruń to Wrocław
Your local specialist will show you around Torun, pointing out the Leaning Tower and the house where astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus was born, along with other important spots. Then you'll drive south to Wroc\u0142aw, which used to be the European Capital of Culture. Dinner will be waiting for you at your hotel once you arrive and check in.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing tour of Toruń with Local Specialist including Leaning Tower and Nicolaus Copernicus house
Optional Activities
- Discover Old Wrocław by Tram - step back in time aboard a historic tram to see highlights of the Old Town, learn about the Battle of Breslau, visit Katyn memorial, Centennial Park, Centennial Hall, and the Cathedral of St John the Baptist (€43.00 per adult)
Landmarks/POIs Toruń Leaning Tower Nicolaus Copernicus House - Day 6
Wrocław
You'll take a guided tour through Wroc\u0142aw with a local specialist who'll explain the city's complicated history and show you the Cathedral, Main Market Square, Old Town Hall, and the Salt Square flower market. You'll also see the Baroque Aula Leopoldina at the university. Later you'll visit the oldest confectionery in the city, a traditional bakery where they make handmade Polish doughnuts the traditional way.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Wrocław with Local Specialist including Cathedral, Main Market Square, Old Town Hall and Salt Square
- Visit to Aula Leopoldina at Wrocław University - Baroque ceremonial hall
- MAKE TRAVEL MATTER experience at oldest confectionery in Wrocław featuring traditional handmade Polish doughnuts
Optional Activities
- Książ Castle and Church of Peace - explore the 13th-century Książ Castle perched on a cliff with breathtaking scenery and sumptuous interiors, plus the UNESCO-listed Swidnica Church of Peace, largest timber-framed religious building in Europe; refreshments in local restaurant included (€59.00 per adult, 50% cancellation fee if cancelled)
Landmarks/POIs Wrocław Cathedral Main Market Square Wrocław Old Town Hall Wrocław Salt Square Aula Leopoldina Książ Castle Swidnica Church of Peace - Day 7
Wrocław to Auschwitz to Zakopane
Today you'll travel to Auschwitz, the former concentration camp, which is a serious and important part of understanding Poland's history. Afterward you'll head toward the Carpathian Mountains and arrive in Zakopane, where you'll stay at Hotel Nosalowy Dw\u00f3r. The hotel sits next to the Tatra Mountains and borders Tatra National Park, so you'll be in a really beautiful mountain setting.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Auschwitz former concentration camp
Optional Activities
- Zakopane Adventure - hear legends of Zakopane from Local Specialist, immerse yourself in Górale culture, enjoy a horse and carriage ride into one of the most scenic Tatran valleys (€45.00 per adult)
Landmarks/POIs Auschwitz Tatra Mountains Tatra National Park - Day 8
Zakopane
You have the full day to explore Zakopane however you want. Walk down Krupowki Street, look through the Highlander markets where local people sell hand-crafted items and smoked cheese, or just wander around town. If you want to do something more structured, there are optional activities available to help you see more of the area, but the day is essentially yours to plan.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Cable car ride up Kasprowy Wierch with Local Specialist for views across the Polish and Slovakian Tatras
- Guided tour with Local Specialist on the region's distinctive wooden architecture
- Farmhouse Dinner and Polka Party - enjoy typical Polka music and traditional dance of Poland's rich culture while savoring a delicious meal of Polish specialties and beverages (€59.00 per adult)
Landmarks/POIs Krupowki Street Kasprowy Wierch - Day 9
Zakopane to Kraków
You'll travel to Krak\u00f3w and start with a tour led by your local specialist. You'll see the Royal Castle and Cathedral from Wawel Hill, walk through the Old Town, check out the Cloth Hall and St. Mary's Church. All of this gives you a solid introduction to the city. Dinner is optional this evening, so you can either join others or find somewhere on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Kraków with Local Specialist including Royal Castle and Cathedral views on Wawel Hill
- Walking tour through Old Town including Cloth Hall and St. Mary's Church
Optional Activities
- Wieliczka Salt Mines Exploration - visit UNESCO World Heritage site just outside Kraków to see unique sculptures, chambers, chapels and salt chandeliers, descending 135 m (440 ft) underground with Local Specialist (€56.00 per adult, 50% cancellation fee if cancelled)
- From Iron Curtains to Ghetto Walls - explore Nowa Huta built during communist period, hear communist stories from Local Specialist, sample era flavors, stroll through Szeroka Street in Kazimierz district to see synagogues and Helena Rubinstein birthplace, drive through former ghetto of Podgorze (€47.00 per adult, 50% cancellation fee if cancelled)
Landmarks/POIs Wawel Royal Castle Wawel Cathedral Kraków Old Town Cloth Hall St. Mary's Basilica Wieliczka Salt Mines - Day 10
Kraków
Krak\u00f3w is yours to explore today. You might try Polish Sernik Babci (a type of cheesecake) on the Old Town Square, visit one of the traditional Communist era milk bars if you're curious about that kind of place, or just spend the day wandering and seeing what interests you. There's a lot to see and do without a set schedule.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Wieliczka Salt Mines Exploration - visit UNESCO World Heritage site just outside Kraków to see unique sculptures, chambers, chapels and salt chandeliers, descending 135 m (440 ft) underground with Local Specialist (€56.00 per adult, 50% cancellation fee if cancelled)
- From Iron Curtains to Ghetto Walls - explore Nowa Huta built during communist period, hear communist stories from Local Specialist, sample era flavors, stroll through Szeroka Street in Kazimierz district to see synagogues and Helena Rubinstein birthplace, drive through former ghetto of Podgorze (€47.00 per adult, 50% cancellation fee if cancelled)
- Chopin's Warsaw - exclusive private recital of Chopin's music performed by a celebrated Polish pianist in one of Warsaw's historic buildings; sparkling wine served during intermission (€46.00 per adult)
Landmarks/POIs Rynek Główny - Day 11
Kraków
Your tour comes to an end today. You'll say goodbye to your Travel Director and fellow travelers as your holiday wraps up.
