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PolandKrakow
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8 days, 7 nights private tour
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Poland in a Nutshell

Discover Poland's captivating contrasts through this private 8-day journey at a moderate pace. From Krakow's medieval Market Square and UNESCO-listed Wieliczka Salt Mine to Warsaw's meticulously reconstructed Old Town and Royal Castle, this tour balances guided exploration with free time for independent discovery. Seamless rail connections link both cities, making this ideal for travelers seeking an authentic introduction to Polish history and culture without a rushed itinerary.… Read more

Poland in a Nutshell
Poland in a Nutshell

Krakow, Poland

5 days
Krakow
Day 1

Arrival


Upon arrival, your private driver transfers you to your hotel for check-in.

The rest of the day is free, so you can start exploring the nearby attractions on your own, dine in a local restaurant or take a rest after your trip.

Day 2

Krakow City Tour


Today following breakfast your guide takes you for a 3-hour panoramic walking tour around majestic Krakow. Having escaped destruction during World War II, the city retains its charming medieval shape.

Krakow life revolves around the largest square in Europe known as the Market square, where several of its architectural and cultural landmarks can be found. In the middle of the square there is the magnificent 14th century Cloth Hall (Sukiennice) which today hosts a market selling local artifacts and souvenirs on the ground floor. Opposite the Cloth Hall is the St. Mary's Cathedral, world famous for its altar carved by Wit Stwosz. You enter the cathedral to explore its interiors.

Then you walk along Kanonicza and Grodzka Streets, see the Collegium Maius, Jewish District of Kazimierz and magnificent Wawel Hill with a splendid 14th-century cathedral.

After the tour the rest of the day is free.

Day 3

Tour to Wieliczka Salt Mine


Following breakfast your private English-speaking driver meets you in hotel lobby and takes you to the Wieliczka Salt Mine located about a 40-minute drive away.

The Wieliczka Salt Mine is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Poland and a UNESCO-listed Heritage Site. The mine was opened in the 13th century and produced table salt until 2007, thus it is one of the world's oldest-operating salt mines. The mine contains hundreds of kilometers of galleries with works of art, underground chapels and salt statues which makes it a fascinating pilgrimage into the past.

The route for visitors covers a 3.5 km (2.2 ft) section located at a depth of 64 m to 135 m (210 ft to 443 ft). Upon arrival to the mine you have a group guided tour, the average duration is 3 hours.

After all you return to your Krakow hotel. The rest of the day is free.

Day 4

Free Day or Optional Tour

Today you have a free day to enjoy stunning Krakow on your own or to take an optional tour carefully prepared for you.

  • Optional tour: Tour to Auschwitz
  • Optional tour: Day Trip to Zakopane
  • Optional tour: Dunajec River Rafting​
Day 5

Today, after breakfast you check-out and your driver picks you up in the hotel lobby and transfers you to the train station. There you take a high-speed train to the Polish capital Warsaw. 

KrakowKrakow Glowny
Travel time2 h 30 minClass2nd Class Seat
WarsawWarszawa Centralna

Train from Krakow to Warsaw

Warsaw, Poland

4 days
Warsaw
Day 5

Arrival


Upon arrival to your hotel, you check in and have the rest of the day free.

Day 6

Warsaw City Tour


Today following breakfast you go on a 3-hour walking city tour of the amazing Polish capital. During the tour your guide shows you the most magnificent city sights.
You start discovering Warsaw Old Town from its central Market Square from which narrow streets lead to medieval defensive walls. You proceed with exploring the exteriors of Warsaw Barbican - one of few remaining relics of fortifications that once encircled Warsaw. Situated between the Old and New Towns, it is a major tourist attraction.

Warsaw is the city of royal residences located all along the Royal Route. As part of the tour you enter the stunning Royal Castle located on the Castle Square, at the entrance to the Warsaw Old Town. The castle served throughout the centuries as the official Polish monarchs' residence. You also visit the impressive St. John's Cathedral.

After the tour you walk back to your hotel located in the very heart of the city. The rest of the day is at your own leisure.

Day 7

Free Day or Optional Tour

Today your day is free, so you can continue exploring the nearby attractions on your own, have lunch in a local restaurant or enjoy our optional tour.

  • Optional tour: Tour to Wilanow Palace, Warsaw
    Set off on a 4-hour tour of Wilanow Palace, often called "Little Versailles" for its magnificent interiors, English park, and Italian Baroque garden. One of Poland's most important monuments, the palace used to be a residence of King Jan III Sobieski, who ruled Poland in the 17th century. During the tour, together with your guide, you explore the palace’s beautiful interiors as well as stunning natural terraces of Wilanow Park.
Day 8

Departure

This is the final day of your tour. Today your driver takes you to the airport for your flight back home. We hope you enjoyed your Polish tour and wish you a safe flight!

What's included

Exceptional downtown hotel accommodations
Guided sightseeing tours with expert English-speaking guides
Delicious breakfasts at your hotels
Entrances to Kazimierz District, The Cloth Hall and more
Entrances to Kazimierz District, The Cloth Hall and more
Tickets and intercity transportation as per itinerary
Professional meeting services at the airport
Dedicated support team before and during your trip