Highlights of Poland - 7 day tour

Welcome to Poland and the beautiful city of Krakow. Upon arrival at Krakow airport you'll be met and transferred to your hotel in the heart of the city. The rest of the day is at leisure. A welcome meeting will be held this evening, in the lobby.
Overnight: Krakow

This morning we explore the former royal capital of Krakow, holding this title for over 500 years it is a city which holds many traditions, secrets and stories within it. We'll begin in the Old Town at St Mary's Church, dating back to 1347 this basilica towers over the main market square below. We'll then continue to Jagiellonia University, founded in 1364 by Casimir III the Great it is one of the oldest surviving universities in the world. Next stop is the Cloth Halls and on to the Wawel Castle and Cathedral. The fortified area of Wawel has been built over many centuries and is now one of the most interesting parts of the city.

This afternoon is free for your to further explore Krakow independently. There is also the opportunity to join an optional excursion to the impressive Wielizka Salt Mine. This incredible labyrinth of tunnels is often referred to as 'the underground salt Cathedral of Poland' due to its stunning interior.

This evening there will be the opportunity to enjoy an optional Polish dinner at 'Hawelka' restaurant.
Overnight: Krakow  |  Breakfast

Krakow - Warsaw. The morning offers an optional excursion to Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial Museum or a free morning to explore Krakow on your own. Early afternoon transfer to Krakow railway station and departure by train to Warsaw. Arrival to Warsaw railway station and transfer to our hotel for check in.
Overnight: Warsaw  |  Breakfast

Today we discover the history of Warsaw, a city which saw near complete destruction by the end of World War Two. In the years since the old town has been meticulously rebuilt to its former glory. We'll begin the day by visiting the Royal Castle, following the Royal Route we'll also make stops at St John Cathedral, the Old Town Market Square and the Barbican.

This afternoon there's free time to explore Warsaw independently. Alternatively there's an optional excursion to the Royal Lazienki Park, home to Lazienki Palace, also know as the Palace on the Water. This evening there's an optional Polish dinner.
Overnight: Warsaw  |  Breakfast

Warsaw - Gdansk. Leaving Warsaw, we travel by train to Gdansk. Like a mini-state all to itself, Gdansk has a unique feel, cultured, wealthy and cosmopolitan, that sets it apart from all other cities in Poland. This beautiful city can trace its existence back to the 10th century and this afternoon we'll enjoy a walking tour of the old town. Our route will take us down Dlugi Targ or Long Market, past St. Mary’s Church and St. Bridget’s Church. We also take in Artus Court and Gdansk Town Hall.
Overnight: Gdansk  |  Breakfast

This morning there is an optional excursion to the Tri-City area – this urban area unites Gdansk with the lively coastal towns of Sopot and Gdynia. The tour will take you along gulf of Gdansk where you'll visit the famous pier in Sopot and enjoy an organ concert at the Oliwa Church.

In the afternoon we offer an optional excursion to Malborg Castle, stopping en route in Elblag. After a short stop in the Old Town, with the red bricked St. Nicolas Cathedral, we travel on to visit Malbork Castle – a massive fortress founded by the Teutonic knights in the 13th century, scenically set on the banks of the Nogat River. This evening there's an optional farewell dinner at the prestigious Restaurant Pod Lososiem.
Overnight: Gdansk  |  Breakfast