Krakow
Krakow - with its UNESCO-listed historic centre - is arguably one of Europe's prettiest cities, officially ranked with Prague and Vienna as one of the real architectural gems of central Europe.
Set on the banks of the Vistula River, Krakow was once the home of Copernicus and Pope John Paul II, and as such has a long religious history that is evident across city's architecture, with numerous beautiful churches amongst its 6,000+ historic buildings.
It's also home to the 11th century Wawel castle district which served as Poland's political capital for more than 500 years. Here, you can see the Royal Palace, Cathedral and more, with rooms that have been restored to their original Renaissance and Baroque states, including fine furniture and tapestries.
The city is not just about beauty though, of course. Its more recent history means that there is a sombre side to Krakow that also deserves acknowledgement during this trip. We will take guided tours of Auschwitz and Birkenau, former concentration camps under the Nazi regime. These important sites have been kept as they were in 1945 when they were liberated, but serve today as a monument and museum.
At a glance
*Maximum of 36 on a Classic tour and maximum of 25 on a Signature tour.
Highlights
- Enjoy a guided walking tour of the medieval city and Poland’s former capital.
- Visit to Wawel, the castle district, one of Europe’s most striking royal residences.
- Choose to visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau or enjoy free time in Krakow.
- Optional tour of the cathedral-like salt mines.
Upgrade to our Signature Tour to also get:
- Learn more about Poland's gastronomic heritage while sampling some of its best dishes on a walking tour.
- Enjoy the more exclusive atmosphere of travelling in a small group with an average of 22 guests.
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Extras & upgrades
Opt for a convenient door-to-door service with transport from your home to your choice of regional airport or train station, available as an added optional with every holiday. This can be added to your booking after you've booked online by giving our reservations team a call, or when you're booking over the phone.
Travel connections
All transfer times listed here are approximate, and dependent on traffic. If you have a question regarding transfer times please don't hesitate to contact us.
| Airport | Hotel location | Transfer time |
|---|---|---|
| Krakow Airport | Krakow | 25 mins |
FAQs
- Currency: Zloty
- Flight time: Approx. 2 hrs 20 to 50 mins
- Language: Polish
- Time zone: GMT+1
- Country: Poland
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