10-day trip around southern and eastern Poland

- Highlights of South-Eastern Poland -

Day 1st
Your arrival to the Krakow airport, where our guide welcomes you. Transfer to a centrally located hotel. Time to check-in and relaxation.

Day 2nd
Breakfast and a whole day tour dedicated to Krakow and Wieliczka. First a guided tour of Krakow to visit the most important highlights: the Old Town Market with St. Mary Basilica, the Cloth Hall, walk along Royal Route to the Wawell Hill to visit the Cathedral with Royal Tombs and “Zygmunt” Bell. Lunch and afternoon visit to Wieliczka Salt Mine - the famous Royal Salt Mine, with a numerous underground chambers, chapels and salt sculptures. That place is inscribed in UNESCO World Heritage List as well as the Krakow Old Town. Dinner may be arranged at the underground restaurant in the Salt Mine or at a restaurant in the Old Town of Krakow. Return transfer to your hotel in Krakow centre.

Day 3rd
After breakfast departure to Zakopane, where you come after 2-3 h ride. Guided tour of the city, with visits to the Krupowki promenade, ride up by a cable car to the Gubalowka Hill to see a marvelous panorama of Tatra mountains. Lunch at restaurant with a beautiful views. Your sightseeing tour of Zakopane includes also Sanctuary in Krzeptowki, samples of wooden architecture called the “Highlanders style”, the Zakopane ski-jumps complex. Later on that day time to relax and private walks. Dinner at a regional restaurant, serving local dishes and live music by Highlanders band.

Day 4th
Breakfast, and your whole day dedicated to your walking tour to the Tatry mountains. We can suggest following, famous trails to do: - walk along beautiful Koscieliska Valley, with a visit to unique “Frosty cave” (easy tour for 4-5 h, walking +car), or: - walk to Morskie Oko lake, located between the Tatra mountains tops, with beautiful landscapes (mid-hard tour for 7-8 h, walking + ride by carriage + car). Lunch while on the tour. Later on that day return ride to your hotel in Zakopane. Time to relax, dinner and an overnight stay at hotel.

Day 5th
Breakfast and departure to the Pieniny mountains region. On your way a break to Debno to visit one of the most famous wooden churches located at the “Wooden architecture trail”. Church in Debno was built in XV-th century. Next, your visit to the Niedzica castle located beautifully at the Czorsztyn lakeside. Then you will take a part in an unique experience a raft trip along Dunajec river gorge to Szczawnica, a spa-town. After short break in Szczawnica for lunch and ride with our guide to Rzeszow. Check –in at hotel, dinner.

Day 6th
Breakfast and departure to Łańcut. Guided visit to the famous Łańcut Palace one of the most beautiful aristocratic residences in Poland, famous for its excellent interiors and extraordinarily interesting collection of horse-drawn carriages. Next, ride to Tomaszow Lubelski with a break in Sieniawa palace, Jaroslaw – to visit the Old Town or Belzec – Museum located at the German Nazi Concetration camp. Lunch on your way. Later on that day check-in at hotel in Tomaszow Lubleski. Dinner and an overnight stay at hotel.

Day 7th
After breakfast departure to Zamosc and a half-day tour will local guide. The tour includes visit to the Old Town Market with famous City Hall, tenement houses , Zamoyski Palace, Synagogue, part of the old defense city walls. Lunch at restaurant at the Old Town. Afternoon visit to the Roztoczanski National Park, located not far away from Zamość. Later on that day return ride to Zamość for your overnight stay at hotel. Dinner.

Day 8th
After breakfast departure with our guide-driver to Sandomierz. On your way possible stop in Janów Lubelski for a visit at a horse farm. Then you will come at early afternoon time to Sandomierz. Lunch and check-in at hotel. Afternoon, a half-day tour of the city with local guide. Dinner and an overnight stay at hotel in Sandomierz.

Day 9th
Breakfast at hotel. Departure to Baranów Sandomierski, short visit to the castle, built in XVI the century, called “Little Wawel castle” (Wawel in Krakow). Next, a ride towards Krakow, with a break in Zalipie, small village famous for colorful, painted cottages. Visit to local museum, located at one of the houses. Lunch on your way. You will come to Krakow at early evening time. Check-in at your hotel in Krakow centre. Time for farewell walks along the street of the Old Town and dinner. An overnight stay at hotel (booked by you)

Day 10th
Breakfast and transfer to the Krakow airport for your return flight. Your tour Galicia tours end.

Included

– services of English speaking licensed guide-driver,
– all transfers by our company car,
– accommodation at 3* – 4* hotels in a double bed room,
– everyday breakfasts at the hotels restaurant,
– lunches and dinners, as in the tour program,
– local guides service in English,
– entry tickets according to the program.
– VAT (tax).

Extras

- travel insurance available on request (USD 5 / person / day),
- look also for other our tours to Eastern Poland:
“All treasures of North-Eastern Poland”
“Polish wooden architecture trail”

Not included

– tips for our guide – driver, tips at restaurants during your dinners,
– single person room supplementary fee – USD 560.

Notice.

This tour will be carried out with a min of 2 persons.

In other case wi’ll refound your deposit or make this a private tour expecially for you.

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Reviews & testimonials.

Perfect Poland

Our eight day trip thru Poland was outstanding! We covered north to south and 1000 years of the Polish and Jewish experience. Our guide Marcin was one of the best we’ve ever encountered , so knowledgable , personable and a great driver as well . Additionally we had special guides in Gdansk , Torun, Krakow and Aushwitz who were also fantastic! We saw and learned so much and gained such an appreciation for this 36 year old nation . Great hotels, delicious dinners planned by Marcun added up to a 5 star week

Our Tour of Poland and Lithuania was even better than we had hoped

Our tour, with stops and sites suggested by Tomasz was outstanding and we would recommend his services and GPF Tours highly. The guides were friendly, on time , knowledgeable and respectful of being with 4 seniors who had to slow down occasionally. The tour suggestions were excellent as well. We saw everything we had hoped to see plus extra, thanks to enthusiastic guides who even recommended restaurants and made suggestions as to what to eat! Drivers were also excellent with comfortable, air conditioned vehicles.

The Best!

Unbelievably good. Everything well planned and thought out, and guides and drivers were uniformly excellent. You simply cannot do better.

Could not have been better !

GFP is by far a superior tour provider. Having worked with GFP more than once I can attest to their excellence. Their efficiency of operation and knowledgeable guides and smart choices of accommodations makes for memorable and comfortable touring.

GFP Travel

The travel company and it's manager Tomasz are tremendous! WE had an 11 day tour by rail and all the tour guides we had were not only on time but very knowledgeable and personal. Four days into the trip, my wife became seriously injured and we had to return home. Tomasz and his guide in Gdansk were very helpful to get us to airport and Tomasz worked with us on offering credit for the remainder of the trip if we wanted to return when my wife got better. My wife' injury had nothing to do with the tour location, individuals or anything else. She had a brain issue and heart issue and fell. I highly recommend this company to anyone who wishes personalized service and experience the culture. Jim Gaczewski

Unforgettable cultural journey through Krakow

Our 4-day trip to Krakow was incredibly well organized and immersive. The stay at the hotel was luxurious and perfectly located for exploring the city. Highlights included a fascinating lecture at Jagiellonian University, a guided tour through the historic Old Town and Wawel Castle, and a poignant visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau. We also enjoyed authentic Polish and Jewish cuisine at carefully chosen restaurants, and ended one evening with a moving Chopin concert. The guides were knowledgeable and passionate, and every detail was thoughtfully planned. Highly recommended for anyone looking to experience Krakow’s rich history and culture in comfort.

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FAQ

What is the best time of year to visit Poland?

Poland has a temperate climate with four seasons. The most popular times are late spring (May to June) and early autumn (September to October), as the weather is mild and pleasant. Winter is ideal for skiing in the mountains, and summer (July to August) is great for outdoor activities, although it can get crowded.

Are there any cultural customs I should be aware of?

Poles value politeness and may greet strangers with a handshake. Removing shoes when entering someone’s home is customary. It’s also important to be respectful when visiting places of historical significance, such as Auschwitz, and when entering churches.

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