Poland, East Germany & World War II

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Whether you’re fascinated by history, heritage, or both, this moving tour of Poland and Eastern Germany traces the steps of army officers, privates, and prisoners, but also of parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents through some of the most notable sites of World War II. From Warsaw to Munich, you’ll visit significant wartime cities, concentration camps...
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Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Wroclaw: Guided sightseeing, visit the market square
    • Dresden: Guided walking tour, visit the Zwinger Palace Courtyard; dinner at a local restaurant
    • Torgau: See the monument commemorating the meeting of US and Soviet forces; visit the courtyard of Hartenfels Castle
    • Berlin: Guided sightseeing, take pictures of Brandenburg Gate and the Holocaust Memorial, visit Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church
    • Weimar: Orientation
    • Buchenwald: Visit the site of the former concentration camp
    • Nuremberg: Visit the Memorium Nuremberg Trials and Courtroom 600 (if available), Documentation Center, Zeppelin Field; walking tour of the Old Town; dinner at a local restaurant
    • Dachau: Visit the site of the former concentration camp
    • Munich: Visit Marienplatz; farewell dinner
    • This tour of Poland and Eastern Germany is the perfect vacation for those who are interested in World War II

What's this trip about?

    Whether you’re fascinated by history, heritage, or both, this moving tour of Poland and Eastern Germany traces the steps of army officers, privates, and prisoners, but also of parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents through some of the most notable sites of World War II. From Warsaw to Munich, you’ll visit significant wartime cities, concentration camps, and memorials, hearing the touching stories of unwavering courage, resilience, and heroism along the way. The Oskar Schindler Factory made famous in the movie Schindler’s List, the courthouse of the Nuremberg Trials, and the former concentration camps of Auschwitz, Buchenwald, and Dachau, highlight the tragedies of the deadliest war in history. Visits to Dresden, Berlin, Weimar, and Nuremberg, get you up close to the beautiful cities once fiercely destroyed and painstakingly restored.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transportN/A
Start City WARSAW, POLAND
End CityMUNICH

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Germany
  • Poland

Attractions

  • Auschwitz
  • Berlin
  • Dresden
  • Krakow
  • Munich
  • Nuremberg
  • Potsdam
  • Warsaw

Activities

  • Culture

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: ARRIVE IN WARSAW, POLAND

Welcome to Warsaw! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (Dinner)

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Day 2: WARSAW

Royal Ceremonies WARSAW Guided sightseeing includes the Cathedral of St. John. Free time this afternoon and evening. (Breakfast)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURE & TRADITIONS Explore the historic city of Warsaw where you’ll visit the medieval old town and the impres...

Day 3: WARSAW–AUSCHWITZ/BIRKENAU–KRAKOW

History Lessons AUSCHWITZ/BIRKENAU Visit the former concentration camps. Drive to Krakow. (Breakfast,Dinner) 249 mi / 400 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOTS A visit to Auschwitz and Birkenau is a sobering and moving experience; a chilling reminder of an era in ...

Day 4: KRAKOW

Heroic Figures KRAKOW Free time this morning before a [LF] guided walking tour of Kazimierz, the Old Jewish Quarter, and a visit to the Remuh Synagogue. Free time for lunch before [LF] visiting the Oskar Schindler Factory. (Breakfast)

LOCAL FAVORITE HISTORY &am...

Day 5: KRAKOW–WROCLAW

Gothic Tales KRAKOW Guided sightseeing includes sights of St. Mary’s Church. See the former Gleiwitz radio station en route to Wroclaw. WROCLAW Guided sightseeing includes Market Square. (Breakfast) 186 mi / 300 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURAL GEM Explore the wond...

Day 6: WROCLAW–DRESDEN, GERMANY

German Jewels DRESDEN Guided walking tour features the Zwinger Palace Courtyard. [LF] Dinner with local specialties at Am Pulverturm restaurant. (Breakfast,Dinner) 168 mi / 270 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURAL GEM Explore the heart of Dresden with a walk to Zwinger ...

Day 7: DRESDEN–TORGAU–BERLIN

Remembrance & Faith TORGAU See the monument commemorating the meeting of US and Soviet forces and visit the Courtyard at Hartenfels Castle. BERLIN Guided sightseeing includes the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church and picture stops at Brandenburg Gate and Holocaust M...

Day 8: BERLIN

The Boulevards of Berlin BERLIN Enjoy a free day. (Breakfast)

FREE TIME TIPS EXPLORE MORE Berlin is a city to be explored and enjoyed. See the street art of the East Side Gallery where a portion of the Berlin Wall now serves as a memorial of freedom painted by...

Day 9: BERLIN–WEIMAR. EXCURSION TO BUCHENWALD

Loss & Liberation WEIMAR Take an orientation walk. BUCHENWALD Join an afternoon visit to the former concentration camp before returning to Weimar. (Breakfast,Dinner) 199 mi / 320 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOT Buchenwald was the largest Nazi concentratio...

Day 10: WEIMAR–NUREMBERG

Recording History NUREMBERG [LF] Visit the Memorium Nuremberg Trials and Courtroom 600 (if available), the Documentation Center, and the Zeppelin Field. Take an orientation walk this afternoon through the pedestrian area of the Old Town. [LF] Enjoy dinner with tradit...

Day 11: NUREMBERG–DACHAU–MUNICH

Dark History & A Brighter Future DACHAU Visit the site of the former concentration camp. MUNICH Orientation tour includes the Marienplatz. (Breakfast) 137 mi / 220 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURE & TRADITION Experience the geographical and cultural heart of M...

Day 12: MUNICH

Auf Wiedersehen, Munich! MUNICH Enjoy a free day in Munich before a farewell dinner this evening. (Breakfast,Dinner)

FREE TIME TIPS EXPLORE MORE If steins and suds are on your mind, then Munich is the place to sip and socialize at the city’s bustling biergarte...

Day 13: MUNICH

Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)

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NYX Hotel WarsawNYX Hotel Warsaw is embedded in the Varso Place, next to the Varso Tower, EU¿s tallest building at 310m tall. This 331-room hotel oozes a sleek, edgy vibe, featuring neomodern architecture by the German designer Andreas Neudahm. Decorated with works by renowned local street artists, the hotel also features vintage arcade games in chillout areas, a Clash hotel bar serving up unforgettable cocktails and live music creating a club atmosphere at the weekends. All of the spacious guest rooms are decorated with bold, eye-catching decor, with sleek furniture and floor-to-ceiling views of the city outside. There is also a rooftop terrace and a fully-equipped gym. Located close to the iconic Palace of Culture and Science, the hotel is also in easy reach of many more popular sights, from the Copernicus Science Centre to the Museum of Modern Art, the POLIN Museum of History of Polish Jews and the National Museum. Convenient transport links nearby offer direct access to the central train station. WarsawPolandChmielna 71INX DesignThis unique 118-room hotel reflects the Art Deco style of the Kazimierz district in which it is located and offers Free Wi-Fi access throughout. Dishes from around the world are served in the Kitchen restaurant while drinks can be enjoyed in the informal atmosphere of the colorful bar, there is also a gym and Finnish sauna. KrakowPolandStarowislna Str. 91Wyndham Wroclaw Old Town Wyndham Wroclaw Old Town Hotel is located in the heart of the Old Town of Wroclaw, just 50 m from the famous Market Square and within walking distance of Wroclaw's major attractions including Ostrow Tumski, The Galeria Dominika¿ska Shopping Centre is also situated nearby. The impressive glass-roof atrium is an excellent example of contemporary Polish architecture, blending sleek design with noble materials. The world-class facilities include a luxurious spa, a gourmet restaurant, and Free Wi-Fi internet access in public areas. The spacious guest rooms are all air-conditioned and come with tea/coffee makers, cable TV and work desks. WorclawPolandSwietego Mikotaja 67NH Collection Dresden AltmarktSituated in the heart of the Old Town, overlooking Dresden's Market Square, this modern 240 room property offers Free Wi-Fi access throughout, a refined restaurant serving German and Spanish fare, as well as a funky cocktail bar with a cigar lounge. Other amenities include a gym and a wellness area with sauna and steam bath. DresdenGermanyAn Der Kreuzkirche 2Abba BerlinContemporary designed hotel, combining elegance and sophistication with modern facilities, located in the center of Berlin.BerlinGermanyLietzenburgerst. 89Leonardo Hotel Weimar Situated in a quiet area of Goethe's native city with 294 rooms, a regionally inspired restaurant, bar and bistro. Other recreational facilities include an indoor swimming pool, whirlpool, sauna, fitness area, two bowling lanes and a billiard table.WeimarGermanyBelvederer Allee 25NH Collection Nuernberg CityLocated in the heart of Nuremberg, this 244-room property has a striking modern design and offers a Free Wi-Fi connection throughout. The restaurant serves regional and Mediterranean food with a summer terrace for al fresco drinks and dining, other amenities include a contemporary bar and Gym with sauna and steam room.NuernbergGermanyBahnhofstrasse 19Four Points by Sheraton Munich ArabellaparkThis sleek 446-room high-rise hotel close to the famous English Garden offers a choice of two restaurants serving market-fresh grill variations and healthy light Mediterranean fare. The stylish bar offers a variety of locally produced drinks, spirits, home made cakes and culinary delicacies and the Beer Garden offers the chance to indulge in some traditional Bavarian dishes and barbecued specialties (weather permitting). Leisure facilities include the city´s highest spa with panoramic views from the 23rd floor, a large wellness area including a heated swimming pool, Finnish sauna and steam bath. Free Wi-Fi access is available in the public areas; access in the rooms is subject to a fee (payable locally).MuenchenGermanyArabellastrasse 5,
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