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Save time reading up about Wroclaw’s history, and see the city’s highlights in just a few hours with this small-group walking tour. Exploring the city on foot allows you to reach places that are inaccessible on bus tours, such as the beautiful cobbled streets around the medieval market square. During the tour, learn about art, food, and history of Poland as you walk past famous landmarks, such as Wroclaw University.

This fantastic pub crawl through Krakow is perfect for travelers who want to discover the most exciting nightlife in the city. You’ll save hours researching where to find the best bars, and instead have a guide to take you to four tried-and-tested bars and clubs. Enjoy contests, prizes, welcome shots, VIP entry, and an hour of unlimited drinks. It’s a great way to make new friends, explore the city, and try delicious drinks too.

Explore Zakopane, Poland’s popular destination for winter sports, and the Tatra Mountains on this day trip departing from Krakow. Escape the bustle of the city and head to the top of Mt Gubalówka on the funicular railway. Soak up incredible views from the peaks before discovering Zakopane’s traditional mountain architecture, shops, the Tatra Museum and more. Your day will conclude with transportation back to your Krakow hotel.

This is a perfect option for first-time visitors to Krakow or those wanting to get a deeper understanding of the city’s history, culture, and important landmarks. Save hours of research time, and reap the benefits of having a full itinerary planned out for you. The tour reveals Old Town highlights—such as the Market Square and St. Mary’s Church—as well as the impressive architecture of Wawel Castle.

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.

Discover the place nicknamed Poland’s “winter capital”—the spectacular resort town near the Tatra Mountains—Zakopane. Rather than figuring out local bus timetables, you can enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation from Krakow, as well as special perks along the way, such as cheese and vodka tastings, as well as a cable car ride.

Explore Krakow’s Nowa Huta district, a symbol of communist utopia, on a private tour in a classic Trabant or Soviet Lada car. Learn about life under communism with a bit of humor for an unforgettable experience. Choose the standard tour or upgrade to the deluxe tour to include a visit to the abandoned Lenin Steelworks and a traditional pierogi lunch.

Discover the architectural treasures of historical Malbork and either Gdansk or Sopot on a full-day trip from Warsaw. Delve into the ancient town of Malbork and visit its famous medieval castle — one of the largest brick buildings in Europe. Then, you’ll have the option to visit either Gdansk or Sopot: in Gdansk, admire the richly decorated Golden Gate and Dutch House, and hear of Artus Court’s history. Or, marvel at the Crooked House in Sopot, also home to Europe’s longest wooden pier and the rugged beauty of the Baltic Coast.

From Wrocław, take a day for a sobering visit to the former Nazi concentration camp complex of Auschwitz-Birkenau. Come face to face with the murderous history of World War II and the Nazis as you tour two concentration camps where more than a million people perished. See some of the facilities of Auschwitz and Birkenau as you attempt to grapple with the horrors that occurred there and the legacy of the Holocaust. Your tour includes transportation by minibus, entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off in Wrocław.

Immerse yourself in Warsaw's communist past with this private tour of Warsaw's socialist sites with a knowledgeable local guide, cruising around in an iconic automobile of the era while learning all about what the communist ear was like in Poland. See the important communist sites such as the Palace of Culture and Science, the House of the Polish Communist Party and much more.

This tour focuses on Krakow’s Jewish history and heritage—with visits to a shortlist of landmarks in Kazimierz, as well as the former Jewish Ghetto area. To help you cover more ground, buggy transportation is included to get between sites quickly, and audio commentary is provided along the way. No need to worry about missing photo opportunities as the driver stops for you to take pictures of key landmarks.

Discover the best of Krakow on this comprehensive Segway tour. Over the course of 3 hours, you’ll see highlights like the medieval Main Square, historic synagogues, Wawel Castle, St. Mary’s Church, and more. This customizable tour can be tailored to your interests, with additional stops like Schindler’s factory and places to sample Polish cuisine.

Save time with a skip-the-line ticket to Auschwitz-Birkenau on this half-day tour from Krakow. Travel by bus to and from the site, which was the biggest Nazi concentration camp in Europe. Learn about the horrors of the Holocaust and the people, primarily Jews, who were killed during World War II at Auschwitz-Birkenau from your guide as you tour the grounds.

Discover Krakow’s historic charms in a thoroughly modern manner as you cruise through the city on this Segway tour. In a short space of time, you can get up to speed with Krakow’s history, culture, and cuisine. Also, check off key locations, such as the Main Market Square, St. Mary’s Church, and Wawel Castle. Traveling by Segway allows you to cover a great swath of the city with ease.

Skip standard sightseeing tours to see Warsaw’s highlights from behind the wheel of a classic Fiat 126p. Head out on a self-drive tour led by an accompanying guide, and travel through the city to explore key sights, including the Old Town, the Royal Castle, major war memorials, and lesser-known districts. Along the way, hear stories about Warsaw’s history and colorful characters, and get an insider's perspective on the city.

Get a wonderful two-wheeled overview of Krakow's historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, not to mention the Jewish Quarter and the World War II ghetto area, on this 3-hour bike tour. You'll cycle around 7.5 miles (12 kilometers) at a relaxed pace, making around 25 stops at highlights of the city. Brand new 2023 Dutch E-bikes with comfy seats, 7 speeds and powerful BOSCH assistance sytem.

Visit the former Nazi concentration camp of Auschwitz-Birkenau on a full-day tour from Krakow. In the company of a guide, explore both Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau, and learn about the history of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed memorial site and those imprisoned within its walls. Headsets ensure you hear your guide clearly. Optional round-trip hotel transfers and lunch simplify your day out from Krakow.

Private walking tour of Krakow Old Town and Jewish Quarter. There are two parts of this tour, first part is Krakow Old Town. You will explore the oldest part of the city with the Main Square, and St. Mary's Basilica. You will visit Wawel Hill with Royal Castle and Cathedral Church, old churches and beautiful old architecture of Krakow. The second part of this tour is Kazimierz, Old Krakow Jewish district and Jewish Ghetto Site from World War II times. During this tour you will get to know about the history and heritage of Jews in Krakow and Poland throughout the centuries from medieval times, through World War II, until the present days. You will find out about Jews in Poland, their religion, culture and traditions and see Krakow Synagogues. Option 1 Shorter option includes Krakow Old Town and Krakow Jewish District. Duration: 4 hours Option 2 Longer option includes Krakow Old Town, Krakow Jewish District and Jewish Ghetto Site. Duration: 5 hours

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.

Kick off the night with a fun group of travelers on a pub crawl of Gdansk, and discover the best local bars and hottest clubs in the city. Learn to party like a Pole as a series of three venues with 2 complimentary drinks, and get exclusive discounts at each place. Skip the lines, forget about cover charges and enjoy the evening worry-free as you experience the legendary nightlife of a city that keeps the party going until sunrise.

Zoom around the historic city of Warsaw in a retro Fiat 125p during this 4-hour sightseeing tour. Explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town and learn about the city’s tumultuous history stretching back hundreds of years. Learn about Poland’s role in World War II and its impact on the country and see what daily life is like for modern-day residents as you make your way around town with your private tour guide.

Warsaw bus tours offer a convenient way to see the sights and maximise your time, but many tours offer pre-recorded commentary and limited photo opportunities. Instead, hop aboard a retro ‘Jelcz’ bus for a 2.5-hour guided tour; jump off to explore the Old Town and the Royal Park Łazienki on foot; and admire landmarks such as the Palace of Culture and Science, Castle Square, and the Cathedral of St John.

When visiting Krakow, a trip to Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum can help you to understand the tragic events that occurred at the former concentration camp in Nazi-occupied Poland during World War II. This tour eliminates the need to organize how to get there from Krakow, as round-trip transport is provided. Choose from private or shared transfer packages, as well as guided tour options upon arrival.

Pay your respects to those who died at one of the biggest concentration camps in Europe and learn more about World War II history on this day tour to Treblinka. You’ll be picked up from your accommodation in Warsaw and driven to the site, so you don’t need to catch buses or trains. This is a private tour so you can take your time exploring the memorials at this moving place.