Wadowice and Sanctuary of Divine Mercy Private Tour from Krakow

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Krakow, Poland

6 to 7 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Pope John Paul II is one of the most famous figures to have come from Poland, and on this tour you’ll visit many sites associated with him. He was born in Wadowice, not far from Krakow, and on this tour you’ll visit his birthplace as well as other buildings, pilgrimage sites, churches, and monasteries connected to him. This is an especially interesting tour for Catholics, but it’s also fun for anyone interested in Polish history.

Receive personalized attention on a private tour
An easy way to see many places connected to John Paul II in one day
Learn about Polish history, society, and spirituality
Tour includes a visit to a UNESCO World Heritage Site

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Private transportation
Private tour guide-driver service
admission tickets for a tour with audio guide in Wadowice John Paul II Museum

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We will pick you up from your location in Krakow

Itinerary

Sanctuary of Divine Mercy

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Kalwaria Zebrzydowska

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

John Paul II Square in Wadowice

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Minor Basilica of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Family Home of John Paul II

1 hour 10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation

Most travelers can participate
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 16 reviews

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Wonderful experience

Maritza_R, Apr 2025

I had an absolutely a fabulous experience. Going to visit Pope John Paul II's childhood home has been on my bucket list for a long time. However this tour was more than I expected. Chris is an excellent tour guide. He is extremely knowledgeable and has a wonderful personality. I would 1000% recommend this tour.

Excellent pilgrimage tour with Chris

mariarita_m, Apr 2025

We visited Krakow for one reason only, and that was to fulfill a lifelong dream to do a pilgrimage to the Divine Mercy. Chris was the perfect guide to take us on our pilgrimage because he was full of information about St. Pope John Paul II, and Sr. Faustina and the Divine Mercy Shrine. He picked us up at our hotel, and brought us to Kalwaria Church, to Wadowice where the Pope was born, and to the Shrine (old and new). He was always very nice, very patient, and always gave us enough time to look at things, take pictures, buy souvenirs, and, of course, pray. We even had enough time to enjoy some papal creme cake. He was even able to time it so perfectly that we were able to be at the old Shrine in time for the 3:00 prayer. We even got to hear mass and receive Communion at the new Shrine. He had a nice clean car, and he always drove safely. All in all, it was a perfect trip thanks to Chris, and to God of course. We would highly recommend Chris to anybody wanting to do a pilgrimage to the Divine Mercy.

Catholics - this is a MUST DO tour!

Yulissa_H, Mar 2025

We went to see all things JPII, Divine Mercy & Saint Faustina & it was a marvelous experience! Chris was an excellent tour guide. I’ve appreciated that he had a clean new car for the long distance between the sites we are visiting. Chris was punctual & trustworthy. He catered to our specific needs and was experienced and knowledgeable, respectful and personable. 100% recommend this tour.

Private Pope John Paul ll tour with Chris

John_J, Dec 2024

Very lovely private Wadowice, Kalwaria and Divine Mercy tour with Chris. 100 % recommend taking this tour with Chris. He was a perfect gentleman, friendly, and knew his stuff about Pope John Paul ll. He was prompt and on time for pick up at our hotel and went out of his way to help us throughout the tour. All the places he drove us to were outstanding and followed the planned itinerary. Nothing better than having a one on one tour with a guide who is super courteous, friendly, excellent driver and very knowledgeable about information for your tour. Chris is the owner of this tour company, so if you book this tour, he will be your guide.

Krakow Pilgrimage

Tina_P, Dec 2023

We’d highly recommend this tour if you are hoping to experience a pilgrimage in Krakow. Our guide, Kristopher really made us feel welcome as he shared with us the history of the places we were visiting. My mother’s highlight was the cake which St. John Paul enjoyed in his youth after an exam or other special occasion. It was a wonderful day where we could relax and take in important places on our first visit to Krakow.