THE ESSENCE OF POLAND

7 - day tour

Discover top Polish attractions on this 7-days tour. With an expert guide you will visit Krakow, Zakopane, Czestochowa and Warsaw and explore its outstanding heritage. Our tour THE ESSENCE OF POLAND gives you a chance to immerse amazing Polish history and its outstanding landscapes. The tour can start at any requested place and the programme can be adjusted to your preferences.

YOUR ITINERARY

SELECT A DAY
Day 1

Arrival to Krakow

Your tour leader will meet & greet you at the Krakow's airport. After the 30 minute transfer to your hotel you will check-in and depending on the time of arrival you will have some free time prior to the welcome dinner at your hotel.

Day 2

Krakow Sightseeing

You will start your Polish journey with Krakow sightseeing. During the full day city tour you will walk along the Royal Route, visit the biggest medieval Market Square in the world, admire the Cloth Hall and St. Mary's Church, listen to the Krakow's famous bugle call and pass the University District until you reach the Wawel Hill with the Residence of Polish Kings. After the visit at the castle and its chambers you will continue the sightseeing and walk toward Jewish Quarter where you will have lunch in one of the local restaurants.

The second part of a day will dedicated to the WWII and terrifying history of Jewish people during Holocaust. You will see former Jewish Ghetto which will be followed with the visit at the Schindler's Factory museum.

After sightseeing tour you will have a dinner at the hotel.

Day 3

Krakow:Auschwitz-Birkenau&Salt Mine Full Day Tour

Today you will participate in a full day tour to Auschwitz-Birkenau and Salt Mine. Both listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites. First, you will visit the biggest former Nazi concentration camp where an experienced museum guide will take you through the exhibitions in the remaining prison blocks and show you the ruins of gas chambers and crematoriums.

The visit will be followed with lunch at one of the local restaurant after which you will continue the trip to the Salt Mine so you can descend into a magical world of chambers, corridors and chapels made of salt. The visit includes impressive Chapel of St. Kinga with unique reliefs and altars.

The day ends at the dinner in your hotel.

Day 4

Zakopane Full Day Tour

Today you will visit a winter capital of Poland - Zakopane. Zakopane is located in Tatra Mountains which is the highest range of Carpathian Range. The highlight of the day will be a funicular ride up to Gubalowka Hill for a great panoramic view of the Tatry Mountains. During the tour you will also visit one of the most popular Polish cemeteries - Na Peksowym Brzyzku where local artists and politicians strongly connected with the region are buried. After lunch you will stroll along Krupowki st., the shopping promenade, where you must try local specialty - Oscypek, smoked cheese made from a mix of cow and sheep milk.

The day will be finished with the folk show dinner in a traditional restaurant in Krakow.

Day 5

Czestochowa & Warsaw

After breakfast you will leave Krakow it is time for Warsaw now. Before arriving to the capital city of Poland you will stop in Czestochowa, at the Jasna Gora Monastery which is one on the most important pilgrimage points in Christendom along with Rome, Lourdes or Fatima. Led by a monk guide you will see the miraculous icon of Black Madonna and monastery premises.

After the visit you will have lunch before heading up north toward Warsaw. Dinner will be awaiting you at the hotel.

Day 6

Warsaw Full Day Sightseeing Tour

This day you will spend on exploring the beauty of Warsaw, the capital city of Poland. After breakfast a local licensed guide will pick you up at the hotel lobby. You will walk along the Royal Route passing Copernicus monument, St. Cross Church where the heart of Chopin lays down and many others until you reach the Castle Square. Warsaw's Royal Castle and its surrounding is another UNESCO World Heritage Site you will visit during your Polish journey.

After lunch you will be led through the Old Town toward the Jewish Ghetto Area to learn more about the horrifying event of WWII. At the end of the city sightseeing your guide will take to the Royal Lazienki Park. Afterwards you will enjoy a private Chopin Concerts in one of the popular locations in Warsaw which will be followed with a dinner at the local restaurant.

Day 7

Departure from Krakow

It's the last day and your adventure in Poland ends at the Krakow's airport.
The Essence of Poland Tour

TOUR INCLUSIONS

  • accommodation: 6 nights in 3* hotels,
  • transportation: air-conditioned coach/minibus,
  • meals: daily breakfast at hotels, lunches & dinners as per itinerary,
  • local licensed guides as per itinerary
  • professional English-speaking tour leader,
  • experienced driver,
  • entrance fees as per itinerary
  • parking fees,
  • all taxes

FAQ about our Poland escorted tours:

How to tour Poland in the most convenient way?


The easiest way to visit Poland is to book the tour with one of the incoming tour operators such as JTP Group which is an expert of organising group tours to Poland from all over the world.


What should I take with me on the tour to Poland?


The most important is to bring your documents (ID or passport) so you can cross the border, some money, smile and let us do the rest. JTP Group specializes in Poland tours so you can be sure that your group will enjoy the trip to Poland arranged by us.


Which tour company is best for Poland trip?


The answer to this question is easy - JTP Group. We have been gaining the experience in organizing best Poland tours for 12 years now.


Is it safe to travel to Poland these days?


Yes, Poland is a very safe country nowadays. Visit Poland with JTP Group to find out how friendly Polish people are and to learn more about our hospitality.


Why travel to Poland?


Poland is an amazing, beautiful country worth visiting thanks to its landscapes, interesting history and friendly people. No matter if you are into culture and cities or nature and being active on your holidays you will find it on your trip to Poland.