A cycling trip through the Masuria region

The Masurian Lake District, home to over 2,000 lakes, is a true paradise for cycling enthusiasts and lovers of unspoilt nature. We invite you on this magical journey to north-eastern Poland for a wonderful holiday surrounded by nature. In Masuria, cycling is an excellent way to get around: as you follow the region’s numerous cycle paths, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of lakes, rivers and forests, and you’ll have plenty of opportunities to swim in the crystal-clear lakes. Our programme also includes a cultural element: we’ll introduce you to the region’s culture, with its wooden churches, and take you to remote little villages that have managed to retain their old-world charm and authentic atmosphere.
Itinerary: Warsaw - Mrągowo - Święta Lipka - Kętrzyn - Ruciane Nida - Pisz - Mikołajki
Duration: 7 days

Trip highlights:

Warsaw’s Historic Old Town: A UNESCO-listed capital featuring the magnificent Royal Castle, St. John’s Cathedral, and vibrant market squares meticulously rebuilt after World War II
Mrągowo and Masurian Cycling Trails: Scenic cycling adventures through the pristine landscapes of north-eastern Poland, passing through charming villages and dense forests
The Baroque Shrine of Święta Lipka: A stunning 17th-century architectural complex famous for its ornate interiors and a unique mechanical organ concert
The Gothic Castle in Kętrzyn: A striking 14th-century stronghold built by the Teutonic Order, offering a deep dive into medieval history
The Wolf’s Lair in Gierłoż: The historical remnants of Hitler’s vast World War II military headquarters hidden deep within the Masurian woods
Lake Śniardwy and the Pisz Primeval Forest: A journey across Poland’s largest lake and through expansive pine forests, combined with scenic boat trips across the picturesque Masurian waterways

Stork’s Nest, Masuria

Masuria Lake

Panorama of Mikołajki in Masuria

The Gothic Teutonic Castle in Niedzica, Masuria.

Itinerary

Day 1: Warsaw

Afternoon: Arrival in Warsaw. Check-in at the hotel. Guided tour of the capital: the Old Town with its Baroque-style buildings, St John’s Cathedral with the tombs of famous figures such as Stanisław August Poniatowski, Henryk Sienkiewicz and Ignacy Paderewski, the Royal Castle and Sigismund’s Column, and St Anne’s Church.
Evening: Dinner at a restaurant in the Old Town.

Day 2: Warsaw - Mragowo

Morning: Departure by coach/train to Mrągowo – the village in Masuria known for the ‘Country Picnic’, a major international event held every summer. Check-in at the hotel.
Afternoon: Cycling tour around Mrągowo.
Evening: Folk dinner around a campfire.

Day 3: Mragowo - Swieta Lipka - Ketrzyn - Mragowo

Morning: All-day cycling tour. The route: Mrągowo – Polska Wieś – Gizewo – Święta Lipka (Visit to the Shrine of the Virgin Mary, a stunning Baroque architectural complex, one of the best known in Warmia-Masuria, dating from the 17th century. Organ concert). The cycle route continues towards Kętrzyn. Visit to the Gothic castle of the Teutonic Order.
Afternoon: At 3.00 pm, arrival in Gierloza, home to the ‘Wolf’s Lair’ (Wilczy Szaniec), Hitler’s headquarters during the Second World War. Parts of it can still be visited today. Return by coach to Mrągowo.
Evening: Dinner.
Distance cycled: 48 km

Day 4: Mragowo - Ruciane Nida

Morning: Cycle tour with a stop at Probark. Ride through a Masurian nature reserve. Arrival in Krutyn. Lunch break, then continue cycling to Wojnowo, where you can visit a monastery of the Old Believers, dating from the mid-19th century. It is an interesting example of the religious and ethnic diversity of north-eastern Poland.
Afternoon: Arrival in Ruciane-Nida. Check-in at the hotel and dinner.
Distance cycled: 44 km

Day 5: Ruciane Nida – the Primeval Forest of Pisz – Pisz

Morning: Boat trip on Lake Nidzkie. The programme continues by bike through the pine and fir-filled forests of the Pisz Primeval Forest to Zamordeje. Ride along Lake Nidzkie to Wielki Las.
Evening: Arrival in Pisz. Check-in at the hotel. Dinner.
Distance cycled: 48 km

Day 6: Pisz - Ruciane Nida - Mikolajki

Morning: Cycle to Ruciane Nida, stopping at Niedźwiedzi Rog by Lake Śniardwy (Poland’s largest lake). Boat trip on Lake Beltany in Mikołajki. Walk around Mikołajki – one of the largest holiday resorts in Masuria. Short cycle trip to Stare Sady.
Evening: Dinner.
Distance cycled: 30 km

Day 7: Mikolajki - Warsaw

Return journey to Warsaw.

Included Services

Services included in the price:

6 nights in hotels in Warsaw, Mrągowo, Pisz, and Mikołajki, including breakfast buffet
5 x dinners in the hotel and restaurants
1 x folk dinner around a campfire
Transfers and luggage transport by private, comfortable coach during the cycling stages according to the program
Boat trips on Lake Nidzkie and Lake Bełdany (Mikołajki)
Tour guide in English
Guided sightseeing tours of Warsaw and historic sites according to the program
Entrance fees for the sights visited (including the organ concert in Święta Lipka, the castle in Kętrzyn, and the Wolf's Lair)

Price on request. Please complete the non-binding enquiry form below to receive your personalised offer.

FAQ

Is all the cycling equipment, including helmets, provided during the trip to Masuria?
Yes, all cycling equipment - including bicycles, helmets, and support equipment for any technical issues along the way - is fully provided during the trip.
Will there be opportunities for swimming in the lakes during the bike tour of Masuria?
Yes, the programme includes planned stops where you can go for a swim and relax by the lake.
Can the programme content and the services provided be amended?
Yes, the programme content can be amended and tailored to your needs. An extension of your stay is also possible.

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