Krakow: city break in the former capital of Poland

Kraków, the former residence of Polish kings and a treasure trove of art and impressive architecture, is a dream destination for all lovers of Polish history and culture. A visit here is an encounter with both a rich past and a vibrant modern European city. Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, and Art Nouveau styles shape the cityscape in a lasting way. Discover the charms of the former Polish capital. During your stay, you can expect over a hundred churches, Poland's oldest university, the royal castle, the historic Jewish district of Kazimierz, and numerous artistic masterpieces. Your city break in Kraków is guaranteed to remain among your best memories.
Itinerary: Krakow - Wieliczka Salt Mine/Auschwitz-Birkenau
Duration: 4 days

Trip highlights:

The uniqueness of Krakow's Old Town: the biggest medieval Market Square in Europe, the St. Mary's Basilica with Veit Stoss' altar and the Cloth Hall
The "Jewish Paradise": the former Jewish quarter of Kazimierz
City of royals: the Wawel Castle
The second-oldest university in Central Europe: the Jagiellonian University

A stall selling paintings , Kraków

Wieliczka Salt Mine

Wawel Royal Castle , Kraków

Main Market Square , Kraków

Grodzka Street , Kraków

Itinerary

Day 1: Krakow - Old Town

Morning: Arrival in Krakow, followed by a transfer from Krakow Airport to the accommodation. Check-in.
Afternoon: A guided exploration of historic Krakow: the Old Town, which leads to sights such as the Market Square, St. Mary’s Basilica, the Cloth Hall, and the winding lanes of the Old Town. Leisure time.
Evening: Dinner.

Day 2: Krakow - Jewish quarter - Wawel Castle - Collegium Maius

Morning: A guided tour through the former Jewish quarter of Kazimierz, which includes significant sites such as the Remuh Synagogue and the Tempel Synagogue, the historic Jewish cemeteries, and the Centre for Jewish Culture – an in-depth insight into its eventful history and vibrant traditions.
Afternoon: Krakow as the "City of Kings and Saints" with visits to the majestic Wawel Royal Castle / representative chambers / and the imposing Wawel Cathedral with royal tombs and the Sigismund Bell. A guided tour of the Collegium Maius, the oldest building of the Jagiellonian University, which serves today as the university museum offering an insight intothe history of Copernicus and Faustus, who once studied here. Leisure time.
Evening: Dinner.
Optional: Dinner in a Jewish restaurant, accompanied by a Klezmer concert.

Day 3: Auschwitz-Birkenau

Morning: Transfer to Oświęcim, polish vity where the former concentration and extermination camp Auschwitz-Birkenau is located. A visit to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial Site with guided tour consisting of two parts: a visit to the blocks at Auschwitz I – Stammlager, which includes the "death block", the execution wall, a gas chamber and a crematorium – the only ones to have been preserved, and a tour of Auschwitz II – Birkenau, the site of the extermination of the Jews: the prisoners’ barracks, the ruins of the gas chambers and the memorial to the victims.
Return to Krakow.
Afternoon: At leisure.
Optional: A visit to the medieval Wieliczka Salt Mine – an exceptional monument of European industrial culture. During the tour of the underground city, a labyrinth of chambers and tunnels is revealed, uniquely combining history and technology.
Evening: Dinner.

Day 4: Krakow

Return journey.

Included Services

Services included in the price:

3 nights in a selected standard hotel in Krakow Old Town, including breakfast buffet
Guided tour through Krakow Old Town and the former Jewish quarter of Kazimierz
Tour of Wawel Royal Castle and Wawel Cathedral
Visit and guided tour of the Collegium Maius of Jagiellonian University
All admission fees for the sights visited
3 dinners in restaurants in the Old Town, consisting of a 3-course menu, mineral water as well as coffee/tea and Polish cake specialities
Transfers between the airport and hotel

Optional program items at extra cost:

Half-day excursion to Wieliczka
Half-day excursion to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial Site
Dinner with a Klezmer concert in a Jewish restaurant

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

FAQ

Are the flight tickets included in the price?
No, the flight tickets are not included in the price, as this depends on individual factors such as the city of departure and the travel dates. However, upon request, we are happy to assist you with planning your arrival and departure.
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.
Does the trip to Kraków include a visit to Wieliczka Salt Mine or Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial? Are these places worth visiting?
This programme offers these visits as optional. Therefore, they are not included in the price unless requested in the inquiry form under "Additional requests". Both the Wieliczka Salt Mine and Auschwitz-Birkenau are considered must-see locations when visiting Kraków. The salt mine is an extraordinary example of medieval industry, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial, on the other hand, is a place of immense historical importance, offering an emotionally challenging yet profoundly significant visit

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