Highlights of Southern Poland
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Highlights
- Visit Krakow’s Jewish Quarter and see how the local community is re-establishing its cultural identity.
- See Warsaw from a different perspective as you take in views of the River Vistula from the city’s highest garden.
- Head out for a nature hike in Karkonosze National Park, admiring sweeping views from the Wysoki Kamien Observation Tower.
- Explore the vibrant cultural scene of Wroclaw, the historical capital of Silesia and Lower Silesia, which dates back over 1000 years.
- Experience Polish culture firsthand during a traditional pottery workshop in Wroclaw and a dinner in Szklarska Poreba.
- By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Eden Reforestation Projects. Donations help them provide local employment opportunities and tackle climate change one tree at a time as they restore forests across 10 different countries.
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- Krakow - Old Town to Jewish Quarter leader led walk & Zapiekanka snack
- Wroclaw - Main Square leader led walk
- Wroclaw - Traditional Polish pottery workshop
- Szklarska Poreba - Karkonosze National Park nature walk
- Szklarska Poreba - Traditional Polish dinner
- Warsaw - University Library Rooftop gardens visit
Itinerary
Czesc! Welcome to Poland. Your adventure begins in Krakow with a welcome meeting at 6 pm. If you arrive in the city a little early, why not use this time to get your bearings. Krakow is striking with contrasts – you’ll find a medieval Old Town with a large youthful in...
This morning, you’ll get to know Krakow a little better. Join your leader for a walk from the Old Town - Rynek (main square), one of the oldest and most recognizable medieval squares in Europe, to the Jewish quarter. During the walk, you’ll gain an appreciation for ho...
Say farewell to Krakow as you board a morning train to Wroclaw. Wroclaw is the cultural centre of southwest Poland, sitting on the banks of River Oder for over 1000 years and shaped by influences of Czech, German and Polish rule. Arrive around midday, then follow your...
After breakfast, travel by train to Szklarska Poreba. Sitting in the Sudeten Mountains, Szklarska Poreba is a winter resort town, renowned for its mountain hiking, cycling and skiing. Once you’ve checked into your accommodation, you’re free to explore the town and its...
Today, get set for a leader-led walk through the high peaks and dense green forests of Karkonoski National Park. Starting from your accommodation, you’ll hike along wide trails with a gentle climb – if needed, there are plenty of spots for a rest. The scenery will slo...
This morning, leave Szklarska Poreba and transfer to Jelenia Gora, before boarding a public bus to Warsaw. Poland’s capital has a rich history shown in its mix of Gothic, neoclassical and Soviet-era architecture, and also a new, cosmopolitan touch. After arriving in t...
Your adventure comes to an end after breakfast this morning. If you’d like to extend your stay in Warsaw, just get in touch with your booking agent and they’ll be happy to arrange additional accommodation (subject to availability).
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- Hotel MDM
- 1 Konstytucji Square 00-647 Warsaw
- Warsaw
- POLAND
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- 11 May 2025 (AMSP250511), 07 Sep 2025 (AMSP250907)
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- Marszałkowska
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