Highlights of Poland (Summer, Classic)

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Plunge into an adventure across Poland as you shop for folklore fare in Krakow and sample traditional dumplings in Warsaw. A day of dedicated Krakow sightseeing kickstarts the vacation as your Local Expert guides you up to Wawel Royal Castle, and through Podgórze to Ghetto Square. In the cradle of the Polish nation, spoil yourself with the Poznan Choice to un...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • 4 Dinner with Wine (DW)
    • 9 Breakfast (B)
    • Choose between two carefully selected activities
    • Poznan: Meet a resident of Poznań who will share insights into local life on a walk through the Old Town. Visit Ostrow Tumski and Cathedral Island, the birthplace of Polish Catholicism and a fascinating place often overlooked by visitors.
    • Poznan: Enjoy a tasting of St. Martin's croissant, a local delicacy and learn about how its recipe is protected by European Union law!
    • : Our highly-skilled Travel Director will ensure your journey is seamless, serving as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend overseas.
    • : Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
    • : We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
    • : Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
    • : Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).

What's this trip about?

    Plunge into an adventure across Poland as you shop for folklore fare in Krakow and sample traditional dumplings in Warsaw. A day of dedicated Krakow sightseeing kickstarts the vacation as your Local Expert guides you up to Wawel Royal Castle, and through Podgórze to Ghetto Square. In the cradle of the Polish nation, spoil yourself with the Poznan Choice to unveil the secrets of the local delicacy, the St Martin’s croissant, or uncover the history of the city on a walking tour with a Local Expert. Cross the heights of the Tatras Mountains for a Zakopane Dinner of delicious local dishes, accompanied by the soul rousing folklore entertainment of the Goral Highlanders.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeGroup - max of 40 people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityKrakow
End CityWarsaw

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Poland

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Welcome to Kraków

Your journey through Poland begins in picturesque Krakow. Meet your Travel Director at 17:00 for a walk around the Rynek Główny, Europe's largest and most beautiful town square. See the famous Sukiennice Cloth Hall, St. Mary's Church and the many historic townhouses, ...

Day 2: The Damsels and Dragons of Kraków Relaxed Start

This morning you can join an Optional Experience to visit the Wieliczka Salt Mine.In the afternoon ascend Wawel Hill to see the Renaissance castle with a Local Expert. Visit the cathedral, the final resting place of the Kings of Poland and the former seat of Archbisho...

Day 3: Across the High Tatra Mountains to Zakopane

Journey into the Tatras, the highest range of the Carpathian Mountains. Stay in the resort town of Zakopane, famous for its wooden houses and winter sports. On arrival, join your Travel Director for an orientation of the city. Spend free time shopping for local specia...

Day 4: Reflect on Auschwitz, then on to Wrocław, the Venice of Poland

Traveling past the birthplace of Pope John Paul II, your first stop will be the city of Oświęcim, better known throughout the world by its German name, Auschwitz. With a local historian, experience a moving visit to the memorial and museum of Auschwitz and a stop at B...

Day 5: Poznań, Cradle of the Polish nation Relaxed Start

Continue on to Poznan where you will drive out to Ostrów Tumski, known as Cathedral Island. It's considered as the birthplace of Poland in the 10th century and is a fascinating place of legend, often overlooked by other visitors. Explore Poznan with Insight Choice. Ch...

Day 6: Toruń, the Gothic Glory on the Vistula and Gdańsk

Stop at Gniezno to visit the cathedral and see the famous two-winged bronze doors. Then continue to Toruń, founded by the Teutonic Knights in 1233 and birthplace of astronomer, Nicolaus Copernicus. Join a Local Expert to discover this outstanding example of medieval a...

Day 7: The Baltic Belles of Gdańsk Relaxed Start

Spend the morning with a passionate Local Expert. Learn captivating and fun facts about the city and see the Westerplatte, the scene of the first fighting between Polish and German troops in 1939, and the Gdańsk Shipyards where Lech Wałęsa formed the anti-Soviet Solid...

Day 8: Malbork Castle and Warsaw

With a Local Expert, visit the Castle of the Teutonic Order in Malbork, founded in 1274 by the Teutonic Knights on the banks of the Nogat River. The castle is a stunning example of a medieval fortress and the largest brick Gothic castle in the world. Next, travel sout...

Day 9: Exploring the Proud Polish Capital of Warsaw Relaxed Start

See the Palace of Culture and the Chopin Monument in Łazienki Park with a Local Expert. Visit the Monument to the Ghetto Heroes, followed by a walk through Warsaw’s Old Town, entirely rebuilt since World War II. At your Celebration Dinner, enjoy a fine selection of local dishes with wine at a cozy Warsaw restaurant.

The Westin Warsaw.

Breakfast, Dinner with Wine

Day 10: Depart Warsaw

Time to say goodbye to your new friends as your journey through Poland comes to an end.

Breakfast

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Last Updated: 5/29/2024
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Irena Matuszewski Borro

May 2024

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Highlights of Poland

Busy schedule but very informational. A real “taste of Poland “, keep your walking shoes close by. Nicole and Kamil were fabulous. Very professional and yet fun! Won...

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Trusted Customer

May 2024

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Highlights of Poland

It was packed with interesting, educational and fun activities. Each city was unique and beautiful and wished I had more free time to explores the hotels were great...

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Anne-Marie Susalla

May 2024

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Highlights of Poland

Each city had a different feel to it (influenced by different countries). Almost everything we dealt with had English translation & almost everyone we dealt wit...

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Leslie Quick

May 2024

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Highlights of Poland

It’s busy, very interesting with old history. Very good if you are polish. L...

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Accommodation

Vienna House Andel's Cracow, Kraków. Radisson Blu Hotel & Residences, Zakopane. Radisson Blu Hotel, Wroclaw. Sheraton Poznań Hotel. Radisson Hotel & Suites Gdansk The Westin Warsaw.,
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Meals Included
  • 4 Dinner with Wine (DW)
  • 9 Breakfast (B)
Age Requirements
6 years and up
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