Portrait of Poland
Portrait of Poland
Portrait of Poland
9 Days
Visiting: Warsaw, Gdańsk, Toruń, Poznań, Jasna Góra, Kraków, Zakopane, Oświęcim
Tour operator:
Tour code:
6080-2024
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Trip Styles:
Activities:
From:
$1560
$1435 (USD)
Operator discount: -$125
Tour Overview
A rich cultural heritage, fascinating history, and beautiful landscapes make Poland an interesting place to discover. On this Poland tour, you’ll spend two nights in Warsaw and Gdansk, three nights in Kraków, and one night in Poznan. Along the way, learn about Poland’s history and visit some of its historic cities with their charming old towns, and some UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Enjoy sightseeing with a Local Guide—an expert in the city’s history, sights, culture, and secrets—in Warsaw, Gdansk, Torun, Poznan, and Kraków. Torun is the birthplace of renaissance astronomer Copernicus and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the Middle Ages, it was a prominent trade hub as a member of the Hanseatic League. Dating back to the 7th century, Kraków is known as Poland’s most beautiful city and cultural capital. Here, the sightseeing tour features the Market Square, one of Europe’s loveliest squares, along with Wawel Hill. Gdansk is a beautiful port city on the Baltic Sea, which played an important role in recent history by facilitating the events that brought to the fall of the Berlin wall. You’ll visit the monastery of Jasna Góra in Czestochowa, an important pilgrimage spot. Its Black Madonna, a painting of the Virgin Mary, is a symbol of the country and venerated as the "Queen of Poland." You'll also visit what is left of the Auschwitz concentration camp, a chilling reminder of the Holocaust. Take a breath of fresh air on the included excursion to Zakopane, a mountain resort in the Tatras, a favourite holiday spot for locals and visitors. You’ll have a chance to do a little hiking or to relax taking in the spectacular views. You’ll arrive home from this value-minded tour through Poland with a new appreciation of Poland’s history, culture, nature, and wonderful cities—an enriching adventure!
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Warsaw,Poland
Location: Warsaw
Check into your hotel. Explore the Polish capital with the help of the CosmosGO app. In the early evening, meet your Tour Director and travel companions.
Day 2: Warsaw,Gdansk
Location: Warsaw, Gdańsk
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today’s included sightseeing tour with a Local Guide is an excellent introduction to Warsaw. Magnificently reconstructed after WWII, Warsaw is a rich tapestry of nearly every European architectural style, from Gothic to Neoclassical, with wide, modern avenues in striking contrast to the narrow lanes of the old section. Continue to Gdansk on the Baltic Sea, one of the most important Hanseatic cities in the 14th and 15th centuries. Today’s Distance: 261 mi/ 420 km
Day 3: Gdansk
Location: Gdańsk
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Among the most important shipping ports in Northern Europe, Gdansk (formerly known by its German name, Danzig) is the birthplace of “Solidarity,” the Polish trade union that revolutionized Polish modern politics. On the included city tour this morning, your Local Guide will explain the city’s past and present. Spend some time exploring on your own or join the optional excursion to the town of Malbork, founded in the 13th century by the Teutonic Knights, and visit its Gothic Marienburg Castle, one of the most striking fortified castles in Europe and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Day 4: Gdansk,Torun,Poznan
Location: Gdańsk, Toruń, Poznań
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
First stop today is medieval Torun on the Vistula River, birthplace of renaissance astronomer Copernicus and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your Local Guide will introduce you to the many captivating highlights, including the starówka (Old Town) with the ruins of a 13th-century Teutonic Knights’ castle, as well as many samples of Gothic architecture. Head west to Poznan, one of the country’s oldest cities and a part of Polish history for the past 1,000 years. This afternoon, discover the main attractions on your included city sightseeing tour with a Local Guide. Today’s Distance: 2305 mi/ 370 km
Day 5: Poznan,Jasna Góra,Kraków
Location: Poznań, Jasna Góra, Kraków
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Stop at Jasna Góra in Czestochowa for a guided visit of the Monastery that withstood the repeated onslaughts of overwhelming Swedish forces during the religious wars of the 17th century. Since then, its Black Madonna has been venerated as the “Queen of Poland” and has become the country’s national symbol. Continue to Kraków. Today’s Distance: 304 mi/ 490 km
Day 6: Kraków
Location: Kraków
Meals Included: Breakfast
Dating back to the 7th century, Kraków is revered by many as Poland’s most beautiful city. It was the country’s capital for over 500 years. On your included guided tour, see the Market Square, the Jewish Quarter, Wawel Hill, and visit the Cathedral. Continue exploring on your own or book an optional visit to the spectacular Wieliczka Salt Mines, a subterranean maze of tunnels and chambers—some of them richly decorated. This evening, consider joining an optional traditional dinner.
Day 7: Kraków. Excursion To Zakopane
Location: Kraków, Zakopane
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Get a breath of fresh mountain air today on the included excursion to Zakopane. Located in a picturesque valley at the base of the Tatra mountain range, Zakopane has developed into a beautiful, pristine resort. Typical of this area are the highland wooden houses, cafes, restaurants, and the local shops on Krupowki Street. Enjoy a little hiking or browse around the small market for authentic souvenirs. Return to Krakow. Today’s Distance: 137 mi/ 220 km
Day 8: Kraków,Auschwitz,Warsaw
Location: Kraków, Oświęcim, Warsaw
Meals Included: Breakfast
Encounter sobering history this morning on your visit to the Auschwitz concentration camp, a chilling reminder of the Holocaust. In the afternoon, continue to Warsaw. Tonight’s optional dinner is a great way to round out your fascinating adventure in Poland. Today’s Distance: 249 mi/ 400 km
Day 9: Warsaw
Location: Warsaw
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
UNESCO Sites
Auschwitz-Birkenau|Historic Centre of Krakow|Historic Centre of Warsaw|Medieval Town of Torun
Meals
Buffet breakfasts daily; 5 dinners
Accommodation
Regent Warsaw Hotel
An elegant 246-room hotel located in a diplomatic district of Warsaw, close to the picturesque Royal Lazienki Park. Its sleek in-house restaurant offers a sunny Mediterranean menu with an innovative Polish twist while tasty snacks and a wide range of drinks can be enjoyed in the light and airy lounge lobby bar. Free Wi-Fi access is offered throughout the property and for relaxation there is a SPA centre complete with a gym and indoor swimming pool.
Focus Premium Hotel Gdansk
The Focus Hotel Gdansk is located just 20 minutes away from Gdansk Old Town and has 99 air-conditioned rooms, all fully equipped with a flat-screen TV, Free Wi-Fi, access, tea/coffee-making facilities, and a bathroom furnished with a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. The restaurant serves modern, delicious international cuisine, while the lobby bar offers a range of savoury drinks. Guests also have free access to the gym and sauna.
De Silva Premium
A modern hotel with 60 comfortable rooms, which are air-conditioned and decorated in a contemporary style with satellite TV, comfortable beds, selected pillows and Free Wi-Fi. The advantage of the hotel is its location, only 100 meters from the main and most famous street in Pozna¿ - ul. ¿wi¿ty Marcin, near the Old Town Square, Stary Browar Shopping Center and the National Museum.
Conrad
The Conrad is located on expressway E77. Both Balice Airport and Kraków's center are a 10 minute drive away from the hotel.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1961
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Cosmos is committed to minimizing our impact on the environment and to reducing dependence on non-renewable resources. In this endeavor, we have implemented policies to support this mission and are working carefully to enhance our products with this mission and our values combined. We are committed to complying with all relevant legislation and/or regulations.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
All guests are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for travel through February, 2023. Beginning March 1, 2023, while we highly recommend vaccination, we will no longer require it. We ask all guests to comply with airline and destination requirements, which still may apply. To check your destination requirements for your travel dates, view the Latest Travel & Health Restrictions for Travel.
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