Probably the best kept secret in Europe, Poland offers a variety of experiences for every traveler. From lazy beach time to cosmopolitain shopping in historic city centers, Poland does not disappoint! We'll take in castles and museums, learn and pay our respects to Poland's historical past, and breathe in the great outdoors! Get ready, get set, Poland is waiting for you!
................................................................. July 16-27, 2024
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Here’s the plan:
As we touch down, our fun begins! We'll start toward the north in Gdansk where workers protested and brought down the communist regime. But there's so much more to the coastal city including the Baltic Beach! We'll then start our travel south where we will enjoy time in the capitol of Warsaw. Home to great minds like Marie Curie and Frederic Chopin, Warsaw offers a slice of modern life while embracing the past. We'll round out our time in historic Krakow and enjoy Poland's capital of culture. From this homebase, we'll take time to enjoy the Tatras mountains and more!
Here’s a day by day breakdown!
Day 1
Touchdown Gdansk! We'll kick off our tour at the mouth of the Vistula River in the coastal town of Gdansk. Here, we'll settle in with a walking tour of the old town as we shake off that jet lag then enjoy dinner together at one of the many lovely restaurants close to our hotel so we can quickly get to that good night's sleep. We will also include a stop at the solidarity museum for those who would like to see where the fall of communism started.
Day 2
Famous for being the largest brick castle, our destination today is Malbork Castle. We'll enjoy this historic castle complex with plenty of mini museums and amazing features that bring Poland's history to life. We'll round out the day with dinner back in Old Town.
Day 3
Get ready for an amazing morning on the beach! We'll head to the seaside town of Sopot where we'll enjoy Poland's home for all things amber. After lunch, we'll start our trek south toward Warsaw. After settling in to our new hotel, we'll meet for dinner in the historical district.
Day 4
Warsaw greets us with several interesting attraction to choose from. Today, we'll break up into smaller groups depending on interests. Choices include the interactive Chopin museum and the fascinating Warsaw Uprising museum. We'll have dinner together after some late afternoon shopping time.
Day 5
We will finish up in Warsaw this morning and make our way south by train to amazing Krakow. Here, we'll kick things off with a lunchtime pierogi making class then spend the evening on a food walking tour to learn the best spots in the city.
Day 6
Krakow continues to enchant and today, we'll spend the morning at the amazing castle overlooking the river. Wawel Hill has so much to explore and we'll see how it has found its place in Poland's history over the centuries. We'll spend the rest of the day enjoying the historic old town and have dinner overlooking the main square just steps from our hotel.
Day 7
We'll venture out of the city today and make our way to the Unesco World Heritage Site, the Wieliscka Salt Mine and get a good look at medieval Poland and how salt became such an important commodity in this region. After lunch, we'll pay our respects at the Auschwitz Memorial as we tour the Nazi concentration camp. Back in town, we'll relax after a long day at one of the many beautiful cafes that dot the main square.
Day 8
We'll start our day at the Schindler Factory as we learn about the Summer of 1939 then make our way to the Kazimierz district where we'll explore the Jewish culture of Krakow. For dinner, we'll round out the day at Klezmer Huis so we can experience the amazing music and food.
Day 9
Today, we are on our way south to the Tatras Mountains where the Vistula River is replaced by many other bodies of water including the Dunajec River. Here, we'll take in the lovely scenery as we paddle in rafts down the river. Breathe a sigh of relief because the rafting course is just the right speed for any level of fitness. After, we'll enjoy a country lunch at one of the many polish chalets that dot the area. We'll enjoy dinner together back at our home base on the main square.
Day 10
On the agenda today is Krakow's Czartoryski Museum where the great masters await us. This museum holds many stories that speak to the fascinating history of Poland and we'll share them with you as we walk through this amazing palace. In the afternoon, anyone who wants to explore the many beautiful churches of the city is invited on our signature Church Crawl! We'll end the day with our farewell dinner and prepare to say farewell.
Departure Day
We’ll be sure to make your last moments memorable now that you’ve conquered Europe’s best kept secret!
What's Included
Breakfast at our hotels and dinners in unique locations daily.
Balance between scheduled experiences and unscheduled time to explore further or relax as you choose.
City pass in Krakow to enjoy unscheduled time any way you please.
All attraction tickets and passes for experiences and guided tours and always with local experts.
All transportation including airport transfers upon arrival and departure.
Efficient travel time by basing our travel needs with a mix of private transfer, train, and public transport.
Opportunities to plan any optional or “on your own time” with either tour manager to customize your experience.
A dedicated opportunity to refresh your bags one to two times during our travels.
Our Commitment:
As we get to know you, we will be able to find those little corners of Europe that delight and enchant. From magical bookstores, fabled artworks, and secret passageways, we’ll share with you those little things that make Italy’s amazing cities the experience of a lifetime.
Our estimated price for the 2024 season is $3,375.00 plus airfare.
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Budget and legal information (the fine print):
- The total cost for all 10 days is a projected $3,375.00 on 2024 estimates gathered in September of 2023.
- All participants must hold a current travel insurance policy and must provide valid passport (with at least a six month window from the last date of travel).
- Our services include pre-trip social communication including links to give background information on our trips. We do this through a private Facebook page. (We will be happy to set anyone up so they can look at just our page and participate pre-trip.)
- Our services will also assist with air travel arrangements. We will either work with you one on one or we will refer you to our trusted partners in the travel industry depending on your needs.
- A minimum of eight participants is required for this experience.
- Hotels are either the choice presented or equivalent based on group availability.
Payment: Your reservation is set when you have received confirmation of receipt of your completed booking form and deposit. No contract exists until we have confirmed receipt of the deposit. The balance will be due no later than eight weeks before the start of the tour. If the balance is not received as above then we reserve the right to treat the booking as canceled. Tours booked less than eight weeks before the start must be paid for in full at the time of sending the booking form. The person paying the deposit guarantees payment of the total cost of the booking made on behalf of all persons for whom the booking is made. Deposits are non-refundable after the first payment has been made.
Deposit opens TBD: $1000.00
Payment 1: March 1st: $800.00
Payment 2: April 15th: $800.00
Payment 3: June 1st: $775.00
Cancellation: Cancellations can only be accepted in writing. In the event of any cancellation, including the non-payment of the balance, the deposit paid will always be forfeited after one month. In the event of cancellation after the balance has been paid the following scale of charges (as percentages of the total tour cost) will be incurred:
- 81 or more days before start of tour: 50%
- 57 – 80 days before start of tour: 75%
- 56 days or less before start: 100%
A full copy of the terms and conditions will be available when pricing is estimated.