Journey into Polish History and Culture

Welcome to Europamundo! We’ll transfer you to the hotel and you’ll have some free time. In the afternoon, you’ll find information about the start of your tour on the boards located at the hotel reception.

IMPORTANT:
-Please note that hotel check-in time is usually at 02:00 p.m. If you require earlier room availability, consider booking an additional night at the beginning of your trip.
-If you requested additional nights, your room will be ready upon arrival at the hotel, but your trip guide will only contact you when the included activities begin. At the reception, you will find an information board with our staff’s telephone number and hours of assistance. Until then, you have free time to enjoy at your leisure. The hotel staff can assist you with any information you need.
-During your trip, your guide may offer optional activities. If these activities are available on the Europamundo app or through your "My Trip" link, we strongly recommend booking them as early as possible to ensure availability. Waiting until the last minute may result in missed opportunities due to limited tickets, bus seats, or other factors.

Note: The schedules provided in this itinerary are indicative. The guide may adjust them as needed to enhance the trip experience.

09:00 a.m. – After breakfast, we’ll embark on a panoramic tour of Warsaw with a local guide. Home to nearly two million people, this political and economic hub of Poland boasts a blend of modern architecture and meticulously restored historic buildings. We’ll stroll through the charming old town, featuring many old buildings, the Royal Palace, and cobbled streets, all restored after their destruction in World War II and now declared a World Heritage Site. We’ll visit the Palace of Culture, a skyscraper gifted by the Soviet Union, reflect on the history of what was once the largest Jewish ghetto in Europe, and wander through Lazienki Park, home to the Chopin Monument.

You’ll have free time in the afternoon to visit museums, such as the National Museum and the Warsaw Rising Museum, or to explore the lively city center filled with shops and activities.

Total distance covered: 373 km.

Scenery: Pleasant green landscapes of Mazovia, hills, and forests.

08:00 a.m. – After breakfast, we’ll depart for the forested hills of the Lesser Poland region, also known as Małopolska in Polish.
10:30 a.m. – Kielce. We’ll stop in this lively town, founded in the 11th century, with an elegant center featuring the cathedral, the bishop´s palace, and beautiful garden areas. Time to explore the city and have lunch.

01:30 p.m. – Departure from Kielce. We’ll travel along small roads to enjoy the charming villages and landscapes as we travel through Lesser Poland.
03:30 p.m. – Tarnow. Time to visit this magnificent little town, founded in the 14th century, with its large central square, medieval streets, and a mix of Renaissance and Gothic buildings reflecting Polish, Jewish, and Hungarian influences. Before World War II, the Jewish community made up about half of the town´s population; its ethnographic museum serves as a reminder of the Roma community, who were persecuted during the war.

05:30 p.m. – Departure from Tarnow. We’ll continue toward Krakow.
07:00 p.m. – We’ll arrive in in Krakow by evening. We recommend taking a stroll through the lively Market Square.

Total distance covered: 410 km.

Scenery: Polish plains and agricultural landscapes.

08:00 a.m. - We’ll begin our guided tour of Krakow, lasting approximately two and a half hours. This medieval city is home to Poland’s oldest university, where Copernicus once studied. We’ll explore the Market Square with its artisan stalls, visit St. Mary’s Church, and walk along the Royal Route, where remnants of the old city walls still stand. We’ll also visit Wawel Castle and Cathedral, where Polish royalty was crowned and laid to rest. After the tour, you’ll have free time to stroll and have lunch.

11:30 a.m. - Departure from Krakow.
12:15 p.m. - Brief stop in Kalwaria Zebrzydowska, a small town set in a picturesque landscape, famous for its monastery complex and chapels. Known as the "Calvary," it is a significant pilgrimage site and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

01:00 p.m. - Departure from Kalwaria.
01:15 p.m. - Wadowice. Free time to explore and have lunch in the city best known as the birthplace of Pope John Paul II, Karol Wojtyła.

02:30 p.m. - Departure from Wadowice.
03:15 p.m. - Auschwitz-Birkenau. We’ll visit one of the most somber sites in European history—the Nazi concentration and extermination camp where over a million people lost their lives during World War II. We’ll explore Birkenau (camp II), where trains from all over Europe arrived.

04:45 p.m. - Departure from Auschwitz.
09:15 p.m. - Warsaw.

Note: Due to security regulations, restrictions may apply to entrance at Auschwitz-Birkenau. If our group encounters any difficulties, itinerary adjustments may be necessary.

After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.

Note: Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.