K0505-6DKRKWAW • Operated by Kompas Holidays
The Soul of Poland
6 Days • Krakow → Warsaw
Poland's soul in six days, from the salt mines and Old Town of Krakow to the resilient heart of Warsaw.
Tour Spotlights
- Krakow
- Warsaw
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive in Krakow
You will be met and transferred to your hotel. There’s time to relax before meeting your fellow travelers & Tour Director over a Welcome drink. (WD)
Day 2
In Krakow
After breakfast, we will take you to visit the Wieliczka Salt Mine, which is over 700 years old and is one of the largest and oldest working salt mines in Europe. It is listed by UNESCO as one of the 12 most priceless monuments in the world. An elevator will take you to the first level of the mine, where you will see a 180-foot chapel carved from salt rock and illuminated by chandeliers made of salt crystals. You will also explore many other chambers carved from massive salt blocks, underground museums, and even tennis and volleyball courts. We will then return to Krakow for some free time before continuing our exploration with a visit to the city's Jewish Quarter. (B)
Day 3
Krakow
This morning’s sightseeing tour includes Wawel Hill, a viewing of the Royal Castle and visit of the Royal Cathedral. Enjoy a walking tour of the Old Town, featuring the Main Market Square, Renaissance Cloth Hall, and a visit to St. Mary’s Church. The afternoon is free to relax or explore further. (B)
Day 4
To Warsaw
Join us for a guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau, the infamous World War II concentration camp and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Arrive in Warsaw later in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight. (B, D)
Day 5
Warsaw
Discover Warsaw, a 700 years old city that symbolizes Polish resilience. Drive along the historic Royal Route, passing Castle Square, Łazienki Park and Palace, the Palace of Science and Culture (“the wedding cake”), Saxon Gardens, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Monument to the Heroes of the Warsaw Ghetto, and Barbican. Continue with a walking tour of the Old Town, Market Square, and St. John’s Cathedral. The afternoon is at leisure.(B)
Day 6
Depart Warsaw
Check out from your hotel. Departure transfer to Warsaw airport. (B)
Included Features
- Selected class hotels
- Airport arrival transfer Krakow airport to hotel on day 1
- Departure transfer hotel to Warsaw airport on day 6
- Breakfast daily and one dinner
- Welcome drink on day 1
- Touring by modern air-conditioned motor coach
- Professional Tour Director throughout
- Luggage handling (1 pc per person)
- Whisper technology enhanced touring
- Service charges and hotel taxes
- Admissions indicated in BOLD letters: Wieliczka Salt Mine, Royal cathedral, St, Mary Church, Auschwizt - Birkenau
Hotels
- Krakow: Hotel Radisson Red or similar
- Warsaw: Hotel Mercure Centrum or similar