Cracow
- Duration: 7 days
- Suggested means of transport: airplane, self drive
- Transport to destinations: self drive, transfers with a private driver, car rental
Cracow
- the city of Polish kings, one of the most spectacular and most
visited places by foreign tourists. The magnificent Old Town, Wawel
Royal Castle, St. Mary's Church and the Jewish Quarter are just a few
of the must-see places. During lazy walks along the charming streets
of the old town, you will be able to enjoy the unique atmosphere that
cannot be found in any other city.
We
suggest that you combine a visit to Cracow with a discovery of the
entire Kraków-Częstochowa Upland region, including the famous
"Eagles' Nests" tourist trail. This beautiful land with a
very varied landscape, with characteristic white monadnocks, is rich
in architectural monuments, especially castles and their ruins. It is
also valuable in terms of nature and it’s very attractive for
family recreation. It will also delight extreme sports enthusiasts.
Day
1: Arrival in Krakow, you will be picked up from the airport by a
private driver who will drive you to your chosen hotel.
Day
2:
In the morning you will be picked up from your hotel by a guide
who will take you on a private tour around Cracow. During the several
hours of sightseeing, you will visit the Wawel Royal Castle, which
was the residence of the Polish rulers, their necropolis and the
place where the history of the country took shape. Then you will walk
along the Vistula boulevard to Kazimierz, which is a unique
historical spot. The old Jewish district was once inhabited by the
Jewish community and functioned as a separate city. Nowadays, it is
an artistic and cultural part of Cracow with many pubs and cafes
around. You will finish your tour with a walk through “Nowa Huta”
- the working-class district of Cracow, which is a perfect example of
the socialist realist architecture style - on one hand it is based on
Renaissance architecture patterns, on the other hand on the American
urban planning concept of the so-called neighbourhood unit.
In
the afternoon you will return to your hotel.
Day
3:
Today we suggest you visit two museums that will allow you to
learn more about the history of Cracow and its inhabitants. The first
museum we will take you to is Rynek Underground Museum, which is
located in the basement of the Main Square - numerous exhibits,
reconstructed urban homesteads, roads and houses will allow you to
move back by several hundred years - it is also a great proposal for
a trip with children that will surely enjoy interactive character of
the museum.
The
second museum you should not miss during your visit to Cracow is
Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory - the exhibition presents the period
of the German occupation of Cracow in years 1939-1945, and is located
in the famous Oskar Schindler's Factory, which is the subject of
Steven Spilberg's film "Schindler's List".
Day
4: Today you will be picked up by your driver with whom you will
travel to Kraków-Częstochowa Upland. This is a unique geographical
area, characterised by natural landscapes, numerous limestone
monadnocks or castle ruins from medieval times. Before arriving at
your hotel in Ogrodzieniec, go trekking in Ojców National Park,
which offers beautiful views, mysterious caves and spectacular rock
formations.
In
the evening you will arrive at Hotel 511, which is located in the
immediate vicinity of the Castle.
Day
5: After quite intensive days in Cracow, today we suggest you relax
at the unique 511 Hotel - be sure to visit the hotel SPA for a
massage or a relaxing beauty treatment. The afternoon is a perfect
time for a walk through Ogrodzieniec Castle.
Day
6: Today we will take you on a trip deep into the Polish Jurassic
Highland. You will visit the medieval castles in Bobolice, Mirów and
Olsztyn, and after a short lunch break you will reach Częstochowa,
where you will visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Jasna Góra - a
private guide will be at your disposal to tell you about the history
of this place and show you its greatest treasures.
In
the evening you will return to the hotel.
Day
7: Private transfer to Cracow airport for your return flight home.