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Explore the legacy of Poland’s royalty on a guided visit to Wawel Castle and Cathedral with skip-the-line entry. After discovering centuries of history, savor lunch at a local l bistro before unwinding on a peaceful Vistula River cruise past Krakow’s iconic landmarks. Highlights: • Step inside Poland’s royal residence with a licensed local guide • Admire Wawel Castle’s Renaissance beauty and the Gothic Cathedral of coronations • Touch the mighty Sigismund Bell for good luck in the cathedral tower • Enjoy a tasty break at a local bistro during your tour • Admire Krakow’s landmarks from a unique riverside perspective Begin your journey at Wawel Castle and Cathedral, where centuries of royal history come to life through art, legend, and faith. After exploring these magnificent landmarks, enjoy a relaxing lunch at a local bistro — a moment to pause and savor traditional Polish flavors. Then, see Krakow from a new perspective as you cruise along the Vistula River.

This tour introduces Kraków’s key landmarks, including Wawel Hill, the Old Town, St. Mary’s Basilica, and the Rynek Underground Museum, with expert guidance and clear historical context. Highlights: • Skip-the-line guided visit to Wawel Castle and Cathedral • Climb the cathedral tower to touch the Sigismund Bell and enjoy panoramic city views • Walk through Kraków’s UNESCO-listed Old Town with a licensed local guide • Admire St. Mary’s Basilica and the spectacular Gothic altar by Veit Stoss • Explore the Rynek Underground Museum and discover medieval Kraków beneath the Main Market Square Discover Kraków’s rich heritage on a comprehensive guided tour that brings together royal history, medieval streets, and hidden underground wonders. Visit Wawel Castle and Cathedral, stroll through the UNESCO-listed Old Town, step inside St. Mary’s Basilica, and uncover the secrets of the Rynek Underground Museum beneath the Main Square.

Discover why the Wieliczka Salt Mine is one of Poland’s most visited attractions and a UNESCO World Heritage Site on a half-day guided tour from Krakow. Descend deep underground to explore the tunnels, chapels, and chambers carved into the salt rock over centuries. Learn the fascinating history behind one of the world’s oldest operating salt mines via live commentary, and enjoy convenient round-trip transfers from Krakow hotels.

Visit the best parts of Wawel Castle and Cathedral. Use your skip the line tickets and enter the world of Royal history, valuable heritage and fascinating legends. Meet the history with your licensed live guide. It's a Must Do while visiting Krakow! Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests: 1-hour: Wawel Cathedral, Hill & Courtyard Tour Join a 1-hour tour of Wawel Cathedral (ticket included), Wawel Hill and visit Wawel Castle Courtyard. 1-hour: Wawel State Rooms Tour Opt for 1-hour sightseeing of Wawel Castle State Rooms to explore inside the most important part of the Castle. Skip-the-line tickets are included. 3-hour: Wawel State Rooms, Royal Apartments, Hill & Cathedral Tour Enjoy a full program of Wawel Castle Chambers as State Rooms, Royal Private Apartments, Courtyard, Hill and Wawel Cathedral. Skip-the-line tickets included. During this tour we offer you what is the best of Wawel Castle. Get your skip-the-line ticket.

The charming tradition of painting every surface of a home with floral decoration has put the southeastern Polish village of Zalipie on the map. Zalipie is considered one of the most picturesque villages in Poland, blooming with folk art flowers. After hotel pickup in Krakow, you'll visit painted homes, the Felicja Cyrołowa Museum, chapels, a church, and a local shop for hand-made souvenirs during this easy small-group tour.

This in-depth tour is well-suited to travelers with limited time; visit two top attractions on the same day—Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory museum, and Wieliczka Salt Mine. Skip the long ticket lines at Oskar Schindler’s Enamel Factory and then travel seamlessly to Wieliczka, where you can visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed salt mine.

Wieliczka Salt Mine is one of Poland’s most loved tourist attractions, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn more about this natural wonder by going on an action-packed day trip from Krakow. Enjoy the ultimate stress-free day without any logistics to work out, as hotel pickup and drop-off is included. A perk of the tour is the luxury of being able to skip the long lines upon arrival at the salt mine.

A unique experience where in total darkness you will feel on your own skin what it is like to be blind. You will experience everyday situations using all your senses except sight. You will be accompanied by a blind guide who will answer all your questions. It is a great lesson in empathy and an unforgettable experience that paradoxically opens your eyes.

Discover the beauty and traditions of the Tatra region on this full-day tour from Krakow. Begin in Chochołów, a village famous for its preserved wooden houses that showcase authentic highland architecture. Next, stop at a traditional bacówka (shepherd’s hut) to taste freshly made oscypek cheese and try regional highlander spirits—a true taste of the mountains. Then head to Zakopane, Poland’s winter capital. Enjoy free time to stroll along Krupówki Street, explore local shops, try regional food, and ride the funicular up Gubałówka Hill for stunning views of the Tatra Mountains. You’ll also see Zakopane’s iconic ski jumping hill, one of Poland’s most famous sports venues. Finish the day in Jaszczurówka, where a beautifully crafted wooden chapel awaits, nestled in peaceful forest surroundings—a serene end to your mountain journey.

Enjoy a visit to the Wieliczka Salt Mine from Krakow without having to organize transport, tickets or guides with this half-day tour. Travel to the mine in an air-conditioned vehicle and once you arrive you’ll be taken on a guided tour of the Wieliczka Salt Mine by one of the museum’s certified guides. This group tour has a maximum of 30 participants.

Check-off the sights in and around Zakopane in just a day—traveling direct from your door to your door. Explore with a driver/guide, see Chocholow’s timber cottages, the Kaplica NajSwietszego Serca Jezusa wooden chapel in Jaszczurowka, and Zakopane highlights including Krupówki Street, Wielka Krokiew (Ski Jump Hill), and sweeping Tatra views.

Zakopane, nestled in the heart of Poland's Tatra Mountains, is a vibrant center of the country's Highlander culture, rich in unique music, cuisine, attire, and architecture. On this tour, you will delve into the best of the city, beginning with an exploration of a quaint wooden village and a cable car ride that offers stunning panoramic views of the mountain scenery. You'll also have the opportunity to taste traditional smoked sheep's cheese, a local delicacy. The tour culminates with a visit to a sprawling hot springs park, providing a perfect mix of relaxation and fun for all ages.

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.

Auschwitz is a germanized name of Polish town Oświęcim, located 75 km away from Krakow. KL Auschwitz-Birkenau is the most recognized place of mass genocide in the world. Started as a concentration camp for Polish deportees, it became the centre of extermination for 1, 5 million people: Jews, Poles, Gypsies and many others. Your English speaking guide (a local expert provided by the state Museum Auschwitz-Birkenau) will explain the historical and political background of founding the camp. Then you will visit the museum created in the original prison blocks, the gas chamber and the first crematorium. After a coffee break, the excursion continues to Birkenau which was the largest German-Nazi death camp. Auschwitz-Birkenau was included on the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites in 1979.

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.

Zalipie - a small village 120 km east of Kraków. It is not a museum or an open-air museum (normally people live and work here) but this place attracts tourists. All thanks to painted colorful huts, fences, barns and even... doghouses. The tradition of beautifying farmyards dates back to the old days, when the interiors of rather poor cottages in the village were covered with soot from the home stove. Painting the walls was considered a whim, so the resourceful Zalipie women came up with the idea of decorating the darkened walls with white irregular spots using lime and birch twigs that replaced the brush. As the "packing" of walls gained popularity, more and more elaborate and bright motifs began to be painted. And so, over time, colorful decorations became a local tradition and a hallmark of Zalipie. Today, ornaments can be found here in the least expected places, which makes the paintings look very natural and are made "from the heart". Go to Zalipie in search of color!

Experience the diversed folk culture and the crystal clear air of the Polish highlands. Zakopane - the tourist centre of winter sports and mountain tourism is located at foot of the Tatra Mountains. The town offers many monuments of old wooden architecture built in the peculiar, local style (so called "zakopane style"). After you get to Zakopane, you can enjoy a cable car ride up the Gubałówka Mountain and then a walk along its ridge to Butorowy Wierch or Szymoszkowa maedow. Next you will go down on a chairlift to take a walk around the Old Town of Zakopane. In the town you will visit the charming old parish church & unique cemetery, Willa Koliba (museum of the "zakopane style") and the finest example of the zakopane style: Jaszczurówka Chapel. Some time for lunch at Krupówki Street (nowadays the main street in the town)and your own explorations of the enormous regional market will make your experience complete.

Looking for a peaceful yet stunning escape from the city? This private ride to Ojców National Park and Pieskowa Skała Castle blends natural beauty and Polish Renaissance history into a relaxed half-day adventure. After hotel pickup in Krakow, your English-speaking driver will take you through scenic countryside to the forested valleys of Ojców, where limestone cliffs, caves, and walking trails await. Stop for photos, take a short stroll, or simply enjoy the views. Next, explore Pieskowa Skała Castle, perched dramatically above the landscape. You can admire the architecture, wander the courtyard, or opt to visit the castle’s interior exhibitions (optional ticket available on-site). With flexibility to tailor your pace, this ride offers a tranquil break from city life, all within an hour of Krakow.

What makes us unique? We organize small group tours, travel in vans, and offer a personalized approach to each client. We don't practice mass tourism. Visit the most important and beautiful places in Zakopane and surrounding area! - All-day trip to the Tatra Mountains & Zakopane & Thermal Baths - Visit wooden village Chochołów - Visit to a highlander's cottage and tasting cheese and a drink - Trip to the highest mountain in Zakopane: Gubałówka - Free time for sightseeing, lunch and shopping center: Krupówki - Visit the worlds championship ski jump - Relax 2.5 h thermal baths - hot springs / optional change for: Highest peak Kasprowy Wierch (over 2000 m high) by highest cable cat in Poland with panorama on Tatra Mountains! - Please note: Gubałówka funicular / Thermal baths / Snowmobiles or Quad Ride (for 1-2 people) are require an additional cash payment 44 PLN / 109 PLN / 400 PLN per person, to be paid directly on site to the local operator.

Make the most of your time in Kraków with a carefully planned day that blends history, local cuisine, and discovery. Created for travelers who appreciate both depth and comfort, this experience unfolds smoothly at a relaxed, unhurried pace. Explore Wawel Castle and Cathedral with an expert local guide, enjoy a leisurely lunch at a traditional restaurant, and finish with a visit to the extraordinary Wieliczka Salt Mine—an underground world shaped by centuries of craftsmanship.

Visit the model Socialist city of Nowa Huta in Krakow to discover the post-war history of the People's Republic of Poland (PRL) and learn about daily life under communism. Includes private car transfers from your accommodation and entry to Arka Pana. Highlights: • Explore the post-war history of Krakow with a 5-Star Local Guide • Admire the architecture and monuments of Nowa Huta, a model Socialist district • Learn about the events and people of the Communist regime in Poland • Find out why people fought to build the Church of Our Lady Queen of Poland (Arka Pana) • Enjoy private car transfers from your accommodation in Krakow Most people only see Krakow's Old Town, but on this private tour we want to show you Nowa Huta, a model socialist city created during the turbulent course of Stalinism in Poland. It’s a unique opportunity to learn in your native language about the Socialist social engineering and the historical events that led to the birth of Solidarity.

Discover two sides of Polish heritage in just two days — from the powerful history of Auschwitz-Birkenau to the royal beauty of Wawel Castle and the underground wonder of the Wieliczka Salt Mine. Experience the essence of Polish history & culture in one well-balanced 2-day tour. Explore the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial with an official museum guide, then uncover Krakow’s royal heritage at Wawel Castle & the breathtaking underground world of Wieliczka. With included transport, entry tickets, and a traditional lunch, everything is arranged for you. Highlights: • Visit Auschwitz-Birkenau with an official museum guide • Step inside Wawel Castle and Cathedral with a licensed local guide • Descend into the Wieliczka Salt Mine with an in-house expert • Enjoy a traditional Polish lunch between sightseeing stops • Learn, reflect, and explore without planning or stress • Group transport to Auschwitz and Wieliczka included This 2-day journey combines powerful reflection with cultural discovery.

Experience Krakow’s royal and underground heritage in two days. Visit Wawel Castle, the Rynek Underground, the Wieliczka Salt Mine, and Schindler’s Factory — with two included lunches & expert guides. Explore Krakow’s most fascinating landmarks and stories on a perfectly organized 2-day tour. Walk through royal Wawel Castle, discover hidden medieval streets beneath the Main Square, descend into the Wieliczka Salt Mine, learn wartime history at Schindler’s Factory. Two traditional lunches and all tickets are included. Highlights: Visit Wawel Castle & Cathedral with a licensed local guide Discover Krakow’s medieval secrets in the Rynek Underground Museum Enjoy lunches on both days of the tour Explore the salt-carved chambers of the Wieliczka Salt Mine Step inside Schindler’s Factory and hear wartime stories All tickets, guides, and transfers arranged — no planning needed This 2 day itinerary combines Krakow’s royal charm, underground wonders, and powerful wartime history.

Explore Jewish heritage, royal landmarks, and the underground wonder of Wieliczka — with expert guides, smooth transport, and one lunch included. Discover Krakow’s intertwined history and spirit on a perfectly planned 2-day tour. Stroll through Kazimierz and the former ghetto, visit Schindler’s Factory, explore royal Wawel Hill, and descend into the Wieliczka Salt Mine. With professional guides, group transfers, and a traditional lunch on the second day, everything is arranged so you can simply enjoy the experience. Highlights: • Walk through Kazimierz and the Jewish Ghetto with a local guide • Visit Schindler’s Factory Museum and learn stories of wartime courage • Explore Wawel Castle and Cathedral, the royal heart of Poland • Enjoy a traditional Polish lunch on the second day of your tour • Descend deep into the Wieliczka Salt Mine with an in-house guide • Relax with organized transfers and all tickets included This two-day journey combines culture, remembrance, and discovery.