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Sail on the Vistula River and enjoy an evening of sophistication in the royal city. Experience the breathtaking views by night, marvelous city lights, and the unique atmosphere that the river has to offer. The tour starts in the river bend, by the Wawel Castle. The tour starts near the Wawel Castle, then continues upstream to the Convent of the Norbertine Sisters and the home of Pope Jean Paul II. Further on the boat passes by Wawel Castle, The Japanese Art Museum, The Conference centre, Church on the Rock. Later on the boat meanders through the Jewish district. Throughout your tour an audio guide will be played in your selected language. By choosing the option with a glass of wine, you can select from beer, wine, vodka, and soft drinks. Drinks are to be collected at the bar. Please note, the boat size is determined by the interest. Snacks and drinks can be purchased on the mooring before the tour.

Step into a real-world adventure and explore Krakow’s ancient Old Town through myths, legends, and secrets. Play the role of a young artist guided by Krakow’s most famous citizen, uncovering fascinating stories hidden among the cobblestone streets and medieval squares. Using your smartphone, you’ll solve 15 interactive puzzles that lead you to iconic landmarks like St. Florian’s Gate, Wawel Royal Castle, and Rynek Główny - the largest medieval square in Europe. Along the way, you'll uncover fire-breathing dragons, ancient rituals, and tales of Krakow’s vibrant art scene. Discover the city’s hidden treasures at your own pace, no guide needed - just your curiosity and sense of wonder. What makes this tour unique? It’s a magical, puzzle-driven walking adventure that lets you live Krakow’s history firsthand through storytelling and real-world exploration. Perfect for families, couples, friends, and curious explorers who love legends, history, and fun.

Schindler's Enamel Factory is one of Krakow's most important and visited city museums. Your guide will take you through the museum's main exhibition to ensure you get the most out of the information, hear the story about Oskar Schindler, and have all your questions answered. Another perk: you do not have to wait in a long line for tickets.

Spend time outdoors and explore Poland’s spectacular scenery with this Dunajec river rafting adventure. Don’t worry about arranging transport as round-trip hotel transfers are included from Krakow. Along the way, stop at Czorsztyn Castle, try local cheese, go river rafting, then enjoy panoramic views from Palenica Mountain after taking a chairlift.

Cover ground you couldn’t manage in a day on public transport with the help of a private driver on this spiritual tour of the Krakow area. Visit the Family Home of John Paul II in Wadowice, where the saint was born, with a guide; see the 17th-century sanctuary in Kalwaria Zebrzydowska, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where he prayed; and pay your respects at St. Faustina Kowalska’s shrine.

The most notorious of the concentration camps, the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum marks a low point in human history. Discover it in a guided group, with private transfers from your chosen Krakow location at a time that works with your schedule. First, tour the Auschwitz camp, including the devastating heap of victims’ shoes; next, explore Birkenau, site of the gas chambers. Headsets are provided so you don’t miss a word.

Make the most out of your time in Poland by getting out of Krakow and visiting the unique Wieliczka Salt Mine on this small-group tour, which includes pickup from your hotel. Wander the miles of underground passageways, marveling at the intricate and ancient sculptures made from salt and displayed in its historic chambers.

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.

Travelers who are interested in European history, and those with Jewish religious and cultural heritage, will enjoy a private walking tour of Krakow’s Jewish Quarter. Avoid wandering aimlessly by touring with a knowledgeable guide. Your local guide will be able to tailor the tour to suit your own needs and interests. Typical tours include visits to numerous synagogues and cemeteries.

Join an adventurous day exploring the Tatra Mountains, which exist both in Slovakia and Poland. First, visit Morskie Oko Lake, nestled high on the Polish side, surrounded by towering peaks. You'll walk 2 hours each way to the glacier-created lake, whose name means "Eye of the Sea." Next, head to Slovakia, where you can walk along a treetop path in the Bachledova Valley and explore a folk village, Ždiar, known for its distinctive culture and architecture.

Discover the story of Auschwitz on a full-day trip to the Auschwitz-Birkenau complex in Oświęcim from Krakow. On the site of the former German Nazi concentration and extermination camp, learn about Auschwitz’s history and visit significant buildings like the prisoner barracks and the unloading bay before you browse exhibits in the UNESCO-listed complex's museum. Avoid the hassle of self-driving with included transfers from central Krakow.

Visit Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau on this half-day tour from Krakow. Travel from the city in a private vehicle then join a guided tour of the museum, memorials, and camp buildings on the site of one of the greatest atrocities in world history. Deepen your understanding of the Holocaust as your guide shows you the ruins of crematoriums, gas chambers, and barracks.

Two parts make up this tour. In the first, we will meander through two old Jewish districts, Kazimierz (a historic Jewish center) and Podgórze (site of the WWII-era Jewish Ghetto), to find traces of Jewish culture from the seats of a golf cart. In the next session, we will enter the famous museum, Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory, to witness the fantastic, interactive exhibition that documents life in Krakow during the Nazi occupation.

Explore attractions outside of Krakow on this comprehensive day tour. Save time organizing your own transport by having hotel pickup and drop-off included. You’ll travel with ease in a comfortable vehicle to Auschwitz-Birkenau, and the UNESCO World Heritage Site Wieliczka Salt Mine. At both sites, you’re guaranteed to skip the long lines with entrance tickets included. You’ll also enjoy guided tours which will enhance your experience with historical information.

If you’re unsure what to order from local menus, and you’d like some insider advice, then this private food tour is the perfect introduction to Polish cuisine. Set off with a guide on a culinary adventure that showcases Krakow’s Old Town and teaches you about its history too. Along the way, try a variety of traditional dishes, and get plenty of tips on Krakow’s foodie hotspots.

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.

Krakow's Market Square has been the center for public life for almost 800 years. This tour unlocks its history, lore, and secrets as we discover the interesting artifacts, people, and events that once filled its space. Then, we'll go underground to the level of Krakow's cobbled streets in the 12th and 13th centuries at the Rynek Underground. Through the objects, atmosphere, and architecture of the museum, we'll be transported to a day in the life of Krakow's medieval times.

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.

Give your legs a rest and tick off lots of top Krakow landmarks by opting for this electric car tour. Don’t worry about doing any research or reading up on Krakow’s history, as the vehicle provides audio commentary, which is available in eight languages. Top sights showcased on the itinerary include the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town, the former Jewish district of Kazimierz, and Oskar Schindler’s Factory Museum.

In 1943, the former concentration camp of Płaszów began to receive thousands of Jews from the Krakow Ghetto. Life there was profiled in the movie, Schindler's List (1993). Today, it is a near forgotten nature preserve that holds a memorial for the victims. We'll talk about its history as well as that of Krakow during the Holocaust with visits to Płaszów, the movie location (a camp replica in a nearby quarry) and the Kraków's Fragment of the Ghetto Wall.

Travelers interested in history will appreciate touring the infamous Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration Camp without following a group. Your ticket allows you access to both camps with priority entrance, while a guidebook teaches you more about the shocking history than you would by visiting alone.

Pay your respects to the victims of the Nazis in Poland while learning more about World War II history on this guided day tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau from Krakow. See where prisoners were kept and where they had to work at the well-preserved site. Return transfers from your accommodation are included, as well as a guide and the admission fees to the Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz.

Get out of the city on this half-day guided tour from Karakow to the incredible Wieliczka salt mines, one of the first UNESCO World Heritage sites. See the mines' salt sculptures, salt chambers, chapels, and an underground lake while learning all about the history of the salt mines, and the many legends associated with the place, from your guide.

With such a variety of bars and clubs, it can often be difficult to choose the best nightlife venues in Krakow. Guarantee a great night in Poland’s capital on a Krakow bar crawl, a great choice for solo travelers looking to meet like-minded people. Your evening experience includes an open bar, free shots in each venue, a photographer, and VIP entry to one of Krakow’s hottest nightclubs.