Discover the magic of one of Poland’s most iconic landmarks – the Castle in Malbork. Located in the heart of the Pomeranian region, this incredible fortress is a must-see destination for history buffs, architecture enthusiasts, and anyone looking to immerse themselves in the rich cultural heritage of Poland. Built in the 13th century, the Castle in Malbork is the largest brick castle in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitors can explore the castle’s vast network of corridors, courtyards, and towers, each one telling a different story of Poland’s past. Marvel at the intricate Gothic architecture, including the stunning Grand Master’s Palace and the ornate Chapel of St. […]
Read moreJourney back in time and bear witness to the haunting history of the Stutthof Concentration Camp in Poland. This tour is a powerful and moving experience, offering visitors a chance to pay their respects to the victims of one of the most notorious concentration camps of World War II. Led by expert guides, the tour takes visitors on a journey through the dark history of Stutthof, exploring the various barracks, gas chambers, and crematoria that served as tools of oppression during the war. Visitors will also learn about the everyday lives of prisoners in the camp, including their work duties and living conditions. But the tour is not just about […]
Read moreMost of the world knows one face of John Paul II – smiling and brave, changing the image of Catholic Church and political situation in Europe at the same time. This is the person that the entire world knows and adores. It is easy to forget that before he became all that, his name was Karol and he was just a teenager, coming from a small town where he was raised to Kraków to study. Interested in literature, he was sure that being a priest is not a choice for him. What made him change his mind? This tour will take you to the places in Kraków where he used […]
Read moreA Jewish world without Kazimierz would be as empty as a body without a soul. In a different time, in a different Kazimierz, one of the greatest Jewish scholars to ever life said: “the aim of man is to search for the cause and the meaning of things”. Let’s follow his advice and go deeper into the history of the Jewish presence in Kraków. Poland is a place where Polish Jews and Polish Catholics lived together side by side for generations. The Jews had been present in Poland and Kraków since the very beginning. Their population grew rapidly over time, thanks to the religious tolerance and social autonomy they were […]
Read moreThe time of the German occupation of Krakow is considered to be the most difficult period in the history of the city. It was a time of darkness but also a time of true heroes. A time of courage, fear, and betrayal, when even the simplest decision could bare grave consequences. A time that lives in us thanks to the stories of our parents and grandparents. On this tour, we will learn about the Nazi plans towards the Poles and understand how they repressed their victims. We will also talk about the citizens of Krakow and their attitudes towards the Germans. That’s true – Kraków didn’t have an uprising and […]
Read moreEvery city has its dark secrets and Kraków is not an exception. Come with us and we will tell you stories that are not told on any of our other trips… During the walk through the narrow streets of the Old Town, you will hear about Krakow’s Lady In Black and other city’s ghosts and urban legends. You will find out about some of the instruments of penance used here in dark medieval times. Your blood will run cold when we will unveil the secrets around the executioner’s profession as you will have a chance to feel a hangman’s knot. At the gates of the monastery, you will hear a […]
Read moreSome people call it vandalism – we call it art! Have you ever stumbled on something on the wall of the building that you couldn’t explain while walking the streets of Kraków? Is there something that made you think, some stencil or graffiti on your way from your apartment to the tram stop? Would you like to know the story behind it? We know them all. Kraków is filled with bigger and smaller works of art, left by the street artist right in front of your eyes. Some of them are legal (like those of them that were part of the Grolsch Art Boom Festival), but some of them were […]
Read moreThe trip from Krakow to visit Zakopane and the Tatra Mountains is the all-day trip including transfer by a private vehicle from Krakow, a tour of the town center and surroundings and transfer back to Krakow. The picturesque Zakopane is a town located 100km south from Krakow at the foot of the Tatra Mountains. Zakopane as well called “the winter capital of Poland” or “Little Switzerland” which is the highest located town in Poland (about 750 meters above sea level). The Tatra Mountains are the highest of Polish mountains called “the Polish Alps” with the highest peak “Rysy” 2499 meters above sea level. Beautiful landscape of the region, preserved wildlife, […]
Read moreThe Auschwitz tour is a half day tour from Krakow provided by our private vehicle and a tour guide for the group in Auschwitz. The tour takes around 6-7 hours. Your group will be picked up from your accommodation by our English-speaking driver around 8:30am to 9:30am. Pick up time can be scheduled flexibly upon booking and depends on the location of your hotel/hostel. Our driver is going to take you in a private comfortable car straight to Auschwitz where you will join the guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau camp. The transfer from Krakow itself lasts for around 1 hour each way. In Oświęcim (Auschwitz) the tour with a guide for […]
Read moreTour to Auschwitz and Wieliczka Salt Mine is a full day tour from Krakow provided by an air-conditioned Mercedes van and group tour guides on the touristic sites. Your group will be picked up from your accommodation in Krakow by our English-speaking driver around 8:30am to 9:30am. Pick up time can be scheduled flexibly upon booking and depends on the location of your hotel/hostel. Our driver is going to take you in a private comfortable car straight to Auschwitz where you will join the guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau camp. The transfer from Krakow itself lasts for around 1 hour each way. In Oświęcim (Auschwitz) the tour with a guide for […]
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