Top Krakow Tours by Duration - page 5

Travel from Krakow to Zakopane with ease on this small-group tour. You'll have ample time to ride a snowmobile (own cost) and relax in the town’s mineral thermal pools—the perfect post-snowmobile relaxation. Learn about local life during a visit to the wooden village of Chochołów and tasting of traditional Oscypek cheese at a shepherd’s hut.

Save time translating menus, and instead, explore the highlights of Krakow’s food scene with a private guide. Learn fun facts about Polish food culture that you likely wouldn’t discover alone, and enjoy 10 different tastings—including sweet treats, savory bites, and local drinks too. Examples of foods you might try include “pierogi”—stuffed dumplings, “ zapiekanki”—an open baguette with delicious toppings, and “kremówka"—a traditional cream cake.

This combination tour is a great pick for time-tight travelers. Tick off two top attractions in a day—Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, and Wieliczka Salt Mine. No need to worry about booking transport or entry tickets as seamless private transfers from Krakow and admission to both sites are included, making it the ultimate hassle-free day.

Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum tells an important story about the events of Nazi-occupied Poland during World War II, and it pays respect to those who lost their lives at the former concentration camp. Avoid the hassle of organizing car rental, and go on an organized tour instead. Enjoy the luxury of private round-trip transport in a luxury Wi-Fi accessible Mercerdes-Benz car.

Avoid the crowds on public transport and get to Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum with ease by going on a guided tour. After a hassle-free Krakow hotel pickup, travel in an air-conditioned vehicle to Auschwitz-Birkenau. No need to wait in long ticket lines, as entry is included, with a guide to provide group commentary along the way.

Get insight and deeper meaning from a professional guide when you visit the modern and interactive exhibits at the Oskar Schindler Enamel Factory museum. Then head out into Krakow's former Jewish Ghetto and Podgórze district, which still contains traces of life during Nazi occupation. To conclude, visit Płaszów, the concentration camp located in the Krakow suburbs featured in Schindler's List (1993) about the life of Oskar Schindler.

Explore the underground world of the Wieliczka Salt Mine on a half-day tour from Krakow. Follow an expert guide through the mine’s tunnels and chambers and discover the Chapel of the Blessed Kinga, an exhibition on the history of Poland’s salt-mining, figures carved from salt and more. See why this 700-year-old complex has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your tour concludes with drop-off back at your Krakow hotel.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Krakow and discover the impressive Tatras and charming Zakopane in just one day – without any stress or planning. This perfectly organized tour combines nature, local culture and unforgettable views to create an all-round successful experience. Start your day with a convenient pickup in Krakow and drive to the traditional village of Chochołów, known for its unique wooden houses. Afterwards you will visit an authentic Bacówka (shepherd's cottage) where you can taste the famous Oscypek cheese as well as regional specialties. In Zakopane you have free time to explore the lively Krupówki street, discover local restaurants or simply enjoy the special atmosphere of the mountain town. A highlight is the funicular ride up Gubałówka Mountain, from where you have spectacular panoramic views of the Tatras.

Pay your respects to those who lost their lives at the former concentration camp in Nazi-occupied Poland by visiting the Auschwitz—Birkenau Museum and Memorial. The package includes transportation to the museum—with multiple options to choose from, such as cost-effective shared transport, or a private door-to-door service. Once at Auschwitz-Birkenau, you can understand more about the site's history as a guided tour is included.

The previous archbishop of Krakow, Karol Wojtyła (who later became Pope John Paul II), spent his youth in Wadowice and young adulthood in Krakow. Discover this exceptional man at the sites that were significant to him on a private half-day tour from Krakow. Visit his family home in Wadowice, which documents his life and work. Later, visit the John Paul II Center in Krakow to better understand his lasting legacy.

The tour offers more than a typical food tour, as you can try 2–3 traditional Polish alcoholic drinks too. Enjoy the convenience of having food and drink tastings included, with over six authentic Polish dishes to try. Along the way, a guide explains more about Polish culture and cuisine through interactive storytelling—a fun and relaxed way to learn about Krakow, while tasting its best local specialties.

Enjoy a relaxing soak in rejuvenating waters on this thermal bath experience from Krakow. Unwind in a thermal whirlpool in a spa in the heart of the Tatra Mountains, or take part in fun outdoor activities such as water volleyball and inflatable slides. Choose an option including a visit to Zakopane with a funicular ride to Gubalowka Hill for panoramic mountain views before returning to Krakow.

Soak up the scenery, hot springs, and mountain air of Zakopane below Poland’s Tatra Mountains on this day trip from Krakow. Avoid having to drive mountain roads or use public transport, and travel by air-conditioned minivan, stopping on route to sample a traditional local spirit and cheeses. Choose to explore Zakopane’s shop-lined Krupowki Street and other attractions as you wish; or add a scenic cable car ride and entry to the resort’s thermal pools during your visit.

The Black Madonna, an ancient icon, makes Częstochowa one of Poland’s most important pilgrimage centers. Catholics and lovers of religious art won’t want to miss this tour day, which takes in the highlights of the Jasna Góra Monastery with a professional guide. See the Knights’ Hall, the Jubilee Museum, the basilica, and the chapel, as well as the miraculous icon herself. Hotel pickup and drop off from Krakow are included.

Descend to the atmospheric depths of one of the world’s oldest working salt mines on a half-day trip to the Wieliczka Salt Mine from Krakow. Alongside your guide, travel to a depth of 462 feet (140 meters) and navigate an atmospheric tangle of underground chambers replete with mining machines and impressive carvings. Marvel at structures made entirely from salt as you listen to the salt mine’s rich history and ascend to sea level in a swift lift. Round-trip transport from your Krakow hotel is included.

Visit Zakopane, Poland’s skiing capital, at the foot of the beautiful Tatra Mountains. After convenient hotel pick up, head to Chochołów to see traditional wooden houses, and stroll down Krupówki, the main street of Zakopane. Take a funicular up Gubałówka Mountain for great photo opportunities and a panoramic view of the Tatras.

If you've already seen Krakow's major sights, try something different with this private tour that takes you off the beaten path. Take in commanding views of the city and see the remains of an old fortress from the top of the famous Kosciuszko Mound, and then head out of town to visit a medieval Benedictine abbey in Tyniec that overlooks the Vistula River. Learn about the legends of the abbey and the life of the monks there from your private guide, and admire a 17th-century monastery along the way.

Capture the bohemian spirit of Nowa Huta on a private tour in a vintage Fiat 126p—a communist-era car—from Krakow. Alongside your guide learn about the rich socialist heritage of the city before you embark on a tour of the area's Socialist Realist architecture, learning about the planned city of Nowa Huta from your private guide. There is also the option to extend the tour to visit a former steelworks administration, an intact 1950's underground bunker, and how people lived in a 50's-style apartment.

Take advantage of Zakopane’s close proximity to Krakow on a day trip to the winter capital of Poland. Depending on the interests of the group, your guide customizes your itinerary for maximum enjoyment. Enjoy the gorgeous scenery of the Tatra Mountains, shop for artisan souvenirs on Krupowki Street, replete with restaurants and shops, ride the cable car to the summit of Gubalowka Mountain, and learn about the indigenous Goral culture. Lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Save time by combining two major attractions in just one tour from Krakow. After pickup from your hotel, travel to Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest of the Nazis' concentration camps, and see first-hand the horrors of the Holocaust. Afterward, continue to the Wieliczka Salt Mine and discover its secrets hidden deep underground.

Deepen your understanding of the events that occurred in Nazi-occupied Poland during World War II with a visit to the site of a former concentration camp—Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum. The trip includes return minivan transportation from Krakow—which saves time organizing taxis—as well as admission. Once at the site, set off on a walking tour with a guide to provide insightful commentary along the way.

Two of the most popular sightseeing spots outside of Krakow are Wieliczka Salt Mine and Auschwitz-Birkenau—the former concentration camp during Nazi-occupied Poland. On this tour, save time and visit both sites in a day. Take the stress out of organizing transport by having hotel pickup and drop-off included. Don't waste time waiting in long ticket lines as admission tickets are included. An English-speaking guide accompanies you at both sites to enhance your tour and teach you about their history.

Poland's Tatra Mountains are filled with historic, cultural, and scenic gems. This tour showcases a little bit of everything in a comfortable minivan, starting with a 6-mile (9.6-km) hike to Morskie Oko Lake and taking a horse carriage on the way back to give your legs a rest. After seeing the highlights of Zakopane, we'll drive up to the scenic point at Gubalowka for stunning views. Finally, relax at the thermal baths for three hours before heading back to Krakow.

Discover Wieliczka Salt Mine: Unearth Earth's Hidden Treasures! Embark on an unforgettable journey through the Wieliczka Salt Mine, a captivating underground wonder in Poland. Highlights: Historic Labyrinth: Explore corridors, chambers, and chapels carved in salt, unveiling the mine's rich history. Salt Sculpture Art: Marvel at sculptures and reliefs, masterfully crafted by skilled miners from salt blocks. Charming Chambers: visit intimate salt crystal-adorned chambers, creating a magical underground ambiance. Spiritual Salt Chapels: experience the unique atmosphere of mystical salt-carved chapels, inspiring contemplation. Educational Insight: learn about salt extraction, mining techniques, and the miners' daily lives through interactive guides.