Top Krakow Cruises & Sailing - page 3

After picking you up from your hotel in Krakow we will head to the south of Poland. Our destination is 50 km from Kraków, a picturesque mountain village close to the border with Slovakia, situated in the fascinating natural wilderness of the Tatra Mountains. Once we have arrived, we will visit a husky reserve where we will play with these friendly animals. The staff at the centre will show us how to prepare the harnesses and all the necessary materials to operate the sleds. You will also be shown how to drive the one form of transport that's perfectly adapted to the frozen terrain of the Tatra mountains. After the instruction presentation, you'll be ready to try it for real. Accompanied by your instructor, who will drive, you will take a ride on your husky dog sled. We finish the journey back at the husky dog sanctuary. From there we will return you to your hotel in Krakow.

A Husky dog ride is a key point of the tour. First, you will have a short training with a professional Husky dog ride instructor who will be your guide during the ride through ‘the winter wonderland’. You will meet the dogs, there will be a short training and then you will take 2 km distance Husky dogs ride. The duration of the ride is about 10 – 12 minutes. After that you will have a chance to take photos with the dogs. The program also includes some time for playing with them. While the other participants do the sledding you will have fun practicing walking by means of the snow rockets and synchronized skis. A lot of fun guaranteed. Next part of the day is free time for shopping and walking down the famous Krupowki Street in Zakopane where traditional highlander market is located. You wil see the most popular sites of Zakopane – examples of wooden architecture, Wielka Krokiew ski jump and wooden houses in the Chocholow village located on the way.

Escape the bustle of Kraków and experience the charm of a Polish vineyard in the countryside. Enjoy a guided tour of a local winery in Tyniec, taste a selection of exquisite wines, and enhance your experience with optional food pairings or even a gourmet dinner. Embark on a half-day trip from Kraków to a boutique vineyard located in the charming Tyniec. This experience is designed for both amateur wine lovers and seasoned connoisseurs. After a comfortable transfer from Kraków, arrive at the vineyard and begin your guided tour. Depending on your selected tasting package, enjoy a variety of wines paired with curated snacks or full meals. Learn about the local wine-making tradition, stroll through the vineyard, and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of rural southern Poland. Choose from three tasting experiences, ranging from a simple tasting with snacks to an elaborate premium dinner with wine pairing. A unique "grill feast" option is also available for private groups.

Experience Poland’s winter wonderland, Zakopane and the Tatra Mountains, on this magical private door-to-door day trip that’s perfect for families and lovers alike. First, see the Zakopane signatures, including Mt. Gubalowka, Chochołów’s elaborate wooden houses and the Wielka Krokiew Ski Jumping Hill. After a restaurant lunch (own expense), ride a sleigh through a beautiful valley then feast on sausages, smoked cheese and spiked tea beside a roaring bonfire.

Pope John Paul II, one of the most significant men in Poland’s history, was born in the small, charming town of Wadowice. Enjoy a 5-hour trip to this modest place where he spent his childhood. This is a trip worth taking not only for those who loved John Paul II, but for anyone who would like to know more about the background of Karol Wojtyla. You’ll discover the story of an average, shy boy who became the head of the Vatican and led Catholics worldwide. During the tour, conducted by a professional guide, you’ll see the church where he was baptized, his family house, and a museum devoted to his life. You’ll also see many other places important both in his life and in the history of Poland during the difficult years of the Communist regime.

Seeing both Auschwitz-Birkenau and the Wieliczka Salt Mine in a single day can be difficult to arrange independently. This full-day tour from Krakow efficiently combines two of Poland’s UNESCO World Heritage sites into one structured itinerary. The day begins at the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum to learn about the history of the Holocaust and pay respect to the more than one million people who were murdered there. The tour then continues to the Wieliczka Salt Mine to explore a remarkable underground network of chambers, tunnels, and carvings formed from salt and stone.

Be amazed by the underground creativity on display at the Wieliczka Salt Mine on this easy half-day tour from Krakow. Descend 210 feet (64 meters) beneath the earth and learn about the history of this unique place from your guide. You won’t have to worry about catching public transport to the mine, as transfers are taken care of for you. This is a must-see sight while staying in Krakow.

Take the hassle out of traveling from Krakow to Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum with this shuttle bus service. There’s no need for public transportation timetables and train or bus tickets with this shared shuttle bus straight to the former Auschwitz concentration camp. Instead, you can focus on the actual visit to this important, yet somber, tourist attraction.

Driving on unfamiliar roads can be daunting, so save yourself the hassle of hiring a car and get from Krakow to Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum with a private driver. After leaving Krakow, a driver takes you directly to the memorial and museum, where you can go instead and learn about the history of this poignant site during a guided tour.

Spend a refreshing day in the Polish mountains on this private tour from Kracow. Visit Zakopane, the highest town in Poland, situated in the Tatra Mountains, and see a range of mountain towns and landscapes while touring by car. This is an easy way of visiting the mountains for a day, and is ideal for both first-time and repeat visitors to Poland.

This guided tour is an excellent pick for travelers who are interested in a comprehensive exploration of Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum. Door-to-door transfers are included from Krakow, and instead of exploring the museum alone, a guide joins you to provide in-depth commentary on the exhibitions and sites you pass—such as the former barracks, watchtowers, and jail cells.