Kliczków castle

Location: Enchantingly located in the very heart of Lower Silesian Woods, 12 kilometers from Bolesławiec, Kliczków Castle is an accessible but at the same time mysterious and green enclave for everyone.

Your visit date:  any 7 day stay  – confirmation after your  request by email at office@greetingsfrompoland.com

Stay price:  USD 750 / person
(min. 2 person group)

Your stay price includes:
– 6 nights at double bed room at the castle,
– 6 buffet breakfasts at the castle restaurant,
– 6 dinners at the castle restaurant,
– unlimited access to Wellness area at the castle-hotel,
– one guided visit to the castle with local guide,
– “sweet break” – everyday dessert at the hotel restaurant,
– access to the Pottery Museum in nearby Boleslawiec,
– one pottery workshop for all,
– local tax,
– transfers from Wroclaw airport on arrival and departure day.

Extra information about this hotel advantages available for you:
– swimming pool & sauna,
– gym,
– tennis courts,
– Equestrian centre,
– volleyball courts,
– outdoor games,
– billiards and table tennis,
– bicycle rental.

Possible extra one day tours for you on request:
– one day tour to Wroclaw,
– one day tour to Ksiaz castle and a Church of Peace in Jawor,
– one day tour to Karpacz in Karkonosze Mountains.

More informationa about this hotel – palace you may find at website here https://kliczkow.com.pl/kliczkow/en/homepage/

– spend Polish Christmas time in real… –

Day 1^st  – Dec 23^rd
Your arrival to the Krakow airport where you are welcomed by our local guide-driver. Transfer to centrally located hotel in Krakow. Check in and time torelax. An evening possible visit to the Krakow Christmas Market located in the heart of the Old Town of Krakow. It is a good time to taste local Polish cuisine and buy hand-made Christmas gifts. Night at hotel.

Day 2^nd – Dec 24^th
Breakfast and at morning starts your private half-day tour of Krakow with a local guide, including the Old Town, Wawel Castle. Afternoon and evening time to relax. Traditional Polish Christmas Eve dinner (Wieczerza Wigilijna) served at your hotel restaurant. Later that evening possible participation in the “Watchnight service” at the St. Mary Basilica in Krakow. You may also find a nice gift at your room later in the night. Night at hotel.

Day 3^rd – Dec 25^th
Christmas breakfast at hotel and day on your own. We suggest a visit at the Christmas Market, local churches where you can hear a concert of Christmas carol singers. Most if the attractions on that day in Poland are closed so we suggest to take walks along the Old Town streets to fee the Christmas atmosphere. Night at hotel in Krakow.

Day 4^th – Dec 27^th
Breakfast and departure for your visit to nearby Wieliczka, famous for the Wieliczka Salt Mine (at UNESCO heritage site). Guided tour with a local guide. Return to Krakow center at early afternoon hours or an optional tour to Czestochowa to visit the Black Madonna Sanctuary. Your private visit to the sanctuary area with a local guide-monk (USD 65/person). Return to Krakow at afternoon time, night at hotel in Krakow.

Day 5^th – Dec 28^th
Breakfast and morning  departure for a  your whole day trip to Zakopane – called the  “Poland’s winter capital”, where we will see some examples of the unique 19th and early 20th century wooden architecture of the Zakopane region. A cable car ride up to Mount Gubalowka to see marvelous panorama of the Tatra Mountains. Some time for your to visit local market with hand-made gifts and lunch at regional inn with regional best dishes. Return to Krakow at late afternoon time. Night at hotel in Krakow.

Day 6^th – Dec 29^th
Breakfast and transfer by our guide-driver to the Krakow’s  airport for your return flight.

Tour date: December 23^rd  – 29^th  2024

Tour price: USD 1050 / person
 (sample price for 4 person group)

Services included into price:
– all transfers by a comfortable van,
– our English speaking guide-driver assistance,
– local guide where necessary,
– accommodation at 4* hotel in Krakow Old Town, at double occupancy room,
– breakfasts at the hotel,
– lunch in Zakopane,
– Christmas Eve dinner at hotel in Krakow,
– guided in English tours mentioned in the tour program above, with entries,
– VAT (tax).

Not included in the price:
– tips for our guide-driver,
– most of your lunches and dinners.

Wolf’s Lair and Mamerki (Headquarters of the German Army (OKH)

Our tour will take you to the Mazurian forests where you find the ruins of Adolf Hilter’s war headquarters. It was a hidden town in the woods and consisting of over 200 buildings like shelters, barracks, a power station , even two airports and a railway station. This is the place where Claus Schenk von Stauffenberg made a failed assassination attempt on Adolf Hitler on 20th July 1944. Our local guide (speaking German, English) will show you all important places in secured Wolf’s Lair area.

Just after your visit to the Wolf’s Lair you will visit the Mamerki (18 km from the Wolf’s Liar) – a small hamlet with one of the best preserved complex in Poland undamaged German bunkers from World War II – Headquarters of the German Army (OKH). Where the Wehrmacht was built about 250 objects, including 30 concrete shelters that have been preserved undamaged to the present day.
During your visit there you will be able to see following places in the WW II Museum area:
– underground tunnel (30 m long),
– four underground shelters with expositions dedicated to WW II and weapons used at that time by German and Polish armies,
– a replica of the Amber Room,
– replicas of the V2, aircrafts, U-Boot submarine and many other expositions.

Moreover you may go up to a top of the tallest tower in that region (38 m high) to see the whole are, and take a walk along the Mazurian Canal. The canal although never completed was an idea to connect the Mamry lake with the Baltic sea. Nowadays walking along the Mazurian canal you can admire some parts of the construction work from 1911 and 1934.

Tour dates: any date on your request

Tour price: USD 170 / person
(4 person group)

Price includes: transfers by a car, van from Gdansk or Warsaw, our Gdansk / Warsaw driver-guide assistance, entrance tickets to the Wolf’s Lair and the Museum and tower in Mamerki with local guides in English or German.

We suggest to stay at the Mazuria region overnight to visit all the places without any hurry.
We can offer you an accommodation at guesthouse or hotel – an overnight prices starts from USD 20 / person. More details on your request.

– your private tour of Poland and Central Europe –

Day 1st
Your arrival at Warsaw airport, transfer by our driver to a Warsaw hotel. Time to relax and dinner at the hotel restaurant. An overnight stay at a hotel. (D)

Day 2nd
Breakfast, and private guided tour of Warsaw. Your private tour program includes: visit to The Łazienki Park, famous for Chopin monument and Łazienki Palaces and Gardens. Moreover The Palace of Culture and Science, the Monument of Warsaw Uprising and Saski Garden. Your tour will ends on the Old Town with the Royal Castle, The Old Town Market, the Barbican and defense walls. Short break for you – time for gift shopping, lunch, etc. Afternoon time for a tour of the Warsaw Ghetto area, with visit to the most important places like the Warsaw Ghetto Memorial, Anielewicz’s Bunker, the Judenrat Building, Umschlagpltz and Nożyk Synagogue An overnight stay at a hotel. (B,D)

Day 3rd
Breakfast and departure to Northern part of Poland and its unofficial capital – Gdansk. After few hour ride we come to check-in at hotel. Check-in and some time to relax till afternoon when we begin the sightseeing tour of the maritime center of Poland, the historical port town of Gdansk and birthplace and home of Solidarity; the St. Mary basilica, Neptun Monument, the old harbor. In the Gothic Cathedral in Oliva you can listen to a concert on a baroque pipe organ. Dinner and an overnight stay at our hotel in Gdansk. (B,D)

Day 4th
Breakfast and departure to nearby Elbląg, where you will start a cruise along unique Elbląg canal – considered as one of the “Seven wonders of Poland”. The four hour cruise ends in Buczyniec village, near Ostróda. Later that day return to Gdansk and a time for a private walk along the Old Town or visit Sopot – a spa-town located at the Baltic seaside. Dinner and night at hotel. (B,D)

Day 5th
Breakfast and your morning private tour of the Malbork castle, a 15th c. powerful stronghold of the Teutonic Knights, is one of the best examples of medieval fortification in Europe. Afternoon departure to nearby Torun – the city of Nicolas Copernicus – famous Polish astronomer. Guided walk along the Old Town street with visit to the Museum – Copernicus’s home, Crooked Tower, and tasting local famous Gingerbread (especially kids like it !). Dinner and an overnight at hotel in Torun. (B,D)

Day 6th
Breakfast, and a departure South to Krakow, with our guide-driver, with possible short stop in some interesting places like Czestochowa – a most important place for pilgrims in Poland, where you can see the Sanctuary with the Black Madonna Icon or (suggested for teenagers) a castle in Ogrodzieniec – called “the most beautiful castle ruins” in Poland, located at the “Eagles Nests Trail” in Poland, where local guide – a “medieval knight” will introduce you to a history and legends of the castle. Check-in at a hotel in Krakow at early evening time, dinner and an overnight stay at a hotel. (B,D)

Day 7th
Breakfast and guided tour of Krakow including: the Main Market Square, St. Mary’s Basilica, the Cloth Hall. Next, along the Royal Route you will go to Wawel Hill with its renaissance Royal Castle and Cathedral. Moreover visit to the Dragon’s Cave, where very dangerous dragon (“Smok Wawelski”) lived centuries ago according to one of the Krakow’s legends. Short break to relax or your lunch. Later that day visit to the Oscar Schindler’s Museum, and also guided walk along the  Kazimierz (Old Jewish district). Dinner and a night at hotel in Krakow. (B,D)

Day 8th
Breakfast and departure to Oswięcim for a visit to Auschwitz – Birkenau German Nazi camp built during II World War. Nowadays it is a Museum, but also the place which recalls the horrors of the Holocaust. Return ride to Krakow with possible short stop in Wadowice – the birthplace of John Paul II Pope. Afternoon and evening time for relaxation and other Krakow’s attractions, like a music concerts or a special dinner with a live music. An overnight stay. (B,D)

Day 9th
Breakfast and a visit to the Wieliczka Salt Mine with a numerous underground chambers, chapels and salt sculptures, listed on the UNESCO world heritage list. Afternoon time for your farewell walks along the Old Town streets, gifts shopping. At the evening time dinner at a regional restaurant in Krakow centre. An overnight stay at your hotel. (B,D)

Day 10th
Breakfast and departure, with our guide / driver, to Prague. On your way there, what takes approx 6 h ride, some stops for lunch, relaxation or to visit interesting places and cities like Olomouc, Hradec Kralove. Your arrival to Prague at late afternoon time. Check-in at hotel in Prague centre, tike to relax. (B)

Day 11th
Breakfast ad a whole day dedicated for a tour with local Prague guide. Your tour includes: Hradczany with Prague castle, St. Vitus cathedral, the Wallenstein Palace and the amazing Golden Lane. Then walk through the Mala Strana (Little Quarter) with St. Nicolas Church to the Charles Bridge. This part of your tour will end at the Old Town with its famous Old town square and the Old Town City Hall clock. Break for your lunch, and next afternoon visit to Josefov – the Jewish district, where you will see the Synagogues, old Jewish cemetery and will be able to visit also the Jewish Museum. Evening time for your own arrangements, dinner at traditional Czech restaurant with our guide. Night at hotel in Prague. (B,D)

Day 12th
Breakfast at hotel and a morning departure to Karlstejn to visit the famous XIV century castle. Built by Czech Kind Charles IV. Tour with the castle guide. Thena return to Prague, where our guide-driver show you also the Petrzin Hill, where you will admire a picturesque Prague panorama. Later on that day a time for your private walk along the Old Town streets, relaxation. Night at hotel in Prague. (B)

Day 13th
Breakfast at hotel in Prague. Check-out from your hotel and departure with our guide-driver to Salzburg. Your ride will take around 6 h, but on your way our guide will arrange some stops, with a possible visit to Ceskie Budejovice, a nice old town near Czech / Austrian border. Your arrival to Salzburg at late afternoon, check-in and some time to relax. An evening walk along the Salzburg Old Town streets. Night at hotel. (B)

Day 14th
Breakfast, and a whole day tour to the Eagle’s Nest in Berchtesgaden. Your ride up to the top point will be taken partly by bus and by an elevator. At the highest plateau you will see a breath-taking view of the Bavarian and Austrian Alps, and you will take a tour (with local guide) of one of the headquarters Hitler’s during World War II. Before returning to Salzburg, you will have the possibility of exploring the picturesque little town of Berchtesgaden. Late afternoon and evening time for relaxation in Salzburg – the Mozart’s city. (B)

Day 15th
Breakfast and check-out from your hotel in Salzburg. Departure to Melk, where you will start the unique cruise along the Wachau Valley. That place is listed at the UNESCO World Heritage List, with its highlights like the Melk Abbey, the Schönbühel Castle, and the town of Dürnstein with its blue tower. You will have a chance to order a lunch on the ship board or taste a local wines. After 2 h cruise you come to Krems, where the Wachau Valley cruise ends, then you will go directly to a nearby Vienna. Check-in at hotel. (B)

Day 16th
Breakfast and a half-day tour of Vienna Old Town and the Ring area. You will see the Parliament, Town Hall, Vienna Opera, St Stephen’s Cathedral and the Old Town Market. Some time for afternoon private walks, relaxation. At late afternoon visit to the famous Grinzing district, famous for “old type” homes, inns, restaurants. Our guide will invite you there for a dinner with live music in one of the famous cellars – restaurant. Overnight stay at a hotel. (B,D)

Day 17th
Breakfast, and a second day of your guided tour of Vienna – along the most beautiful palaces and parks: Hofburg, Schoenbrunn and Belweder. Later this afternoon time for private walks, relaxation, tasting the famous Sachertorte. Night at hotel in Vienna. (B)

Day 18th
Breakfast, check out from your hotel in Vienna. Later this morning you will go to Budapest. On your way our guide will arrange a break in Bratislava – the capital of Slovakia. The city is famous mostly due to the beautiful Old Town and a Royal castle located picturesquely at the Danube river banks, what you will visit during a short tour of the city. Next, you will continue a ride to Budapest, where you come at afternoon time. Check-in at hotel, and dinner. (B,D)

Day 19th
Our local guide-driver will meet you after your farewell breakfast, and start your tour of Budapest. Today’s destination is the Pest side. First a guided walk along the Varosliget Park, famous for the Varosliget castle, built in eclectic style. Our guide will show you also the nearby Heros Square, with a pantheon of Hungarian Kings. Then short ride along the Andrassy ut. (street) for a visit at the House of Terror Museum, St. Steven Cathedral and later to take a walk to the Hungarian parliament. Short break at the Vaci ut. (famous Budapest promenade with hundreds shops, restaurant), from where is not far away to the Great Market Hall. Time for shopping. Your last place to visit on the Pest side will be the Great Synagogue. Next transfer to hotel, check-in at evening time for relaxation. (B)

Day 20th
Breakfast at hotel, and this day will be dedicated to left side of the city – Buda. Our guide will take you first to the Buda Hill to see the famous Royal castle, Fisherman Bastion, the Hospital in the Rock, and interiors of Matthias church. Short break for your lunch and relaxation. You may spend that afternoon at the Szechenyi baths, built in XIX century, one of the most visited baths in Budapest. Your today dinner will be served at a selected restaurant with a live music show and regional dishes. At the end of that day our guide will take you to the Gellert Hill to see a marvelous panorama of Budapest at evening time. Night at your hotel. (B,D)

Day 21st
Breakfast and our guide will invite you today for an marvelous cruise along the Danube Bend. During your 5 h cruise you will see Visegrad – famous for the former Royal Residence and beautiful panoramas of Danube. The main point of your cruise will be stop in Esztergom, where you will visit the Basilica – one of the largest churches in the world. Moreover, you will be able to visit the Basilica treasury, with a collection of gold and silver objects studded with sparkling jewels. On your return way to Budapest another extra stop will be taken in Szentendre – called “the city of artists”. You will have a time for a guided walk along the old town streets lined by art galleries, craft shops, and cafés. You can visit also the Marzipan Museum (kids!) and one of many jewellery shops (adults). You come to Budapest at early evening time. Farewell dinner at selected restaurant in the Budapest center (B,D)

Day 22nd
Breakfast at hotel, check-out from your rooms and a transfer to the Budapest airport. Your great tour of Europe ends. (B) 

Tour date: any date in  2025 on your private request.

Sample tour prices:
USD 8250 / person (group of 3-4 persons)
USD 6990 / person (group of 6-8 persons)

Prices include:
– accommodation at a first class (standard of 3*/4*) centrally located hotels, at a double bed rooms in Poland, Prague, Salzburg, Vienna and Budapest,
– everyday breakfasts and dinners in Poland, selected dinners in Czech, Austria and Hungary (14 dinners),
– all transfers by our company comfortable van or minibus,
– services of our local, professional, private English speaking guide /driver,
– entries and local guides service during the local tours,
– tax and local taxes.

Excluded:
– lunches,
– tips for our guide / driver, tips at restaurants during your dinners.

Bolesławiec is celebrated as “Ceramics City” because it is famous for marvelous pottery.

The city has very long history of making the ceramics. All authentic Bolesławiec pottery has the “Hand made in Poland” stamped on the bottom and many tourist from around the world come there to buy it. Boleslawiec pottery that is most recognizable today is the white or cream colored ceramic with dark blue, green, or red folk motives on it.

Żelazowa Wola is famous because of the fact that Frederick Chopin was born there. There is a museum devoted to the composer and his previous house, so the place is a must-visit destination for all lovers of classical music and the music of Frederick Chopin. It is also known for its picturesque Masovian landscape, including numerous winding streams surrounded by willows and hills.

Kołobrzeg is the largest and most beautiful Polish health resort. It has also many interesting sights, for example the neo-gothic Town Hall or gothic St. Mary’s Basilica. Kołobrzeg is very popular destination for people who want to rest on their summer holidays, but all around the year many people visit the city to rest or to improve their health.

Elbląg is a very old city dating back to Medieval, but most of its history it belonged to Germany. Its beginning is closely connected with the Prussian Crusade and the foundation of Teutonic Knights, so it’s a popular destination for tourist fascinated with the religious wars and Christianization of Pagan Baltic coast. The most beautiful sight in Elbląg is St. Nicholas Cathedral, a church founded in Middle Ages. One of the important attractions is also the Elblag canal, one of the “Seven wonders of Poland”.

Zamość is a unique example of a Renaissance town in Central Europe, one of the most beautiful around the world. Most historic buildings are located in the Old Town, for example the Great Market Square and Town Hall. The city has also many beautiful churches and chapels like for example the Saint Anne’s Church. Zamość is also closely connected with music and music festivals, because many cultural events take place here. The most famous festival in Zamośc is “Jazz na Kresach” festival.

Lublin is sometimes called ,,Little Cracow” because of similar architectural style of buildings and picturesque Old

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Town. The city has also very large amount of nightclubs and discos because 35% of people living in Lublin are students, that is why it is also city which has a lot of music festivals. It has also its own airport and many interesting cinemas, because the city has a film making past.