Poland Unknown (10 days)

Day 1. Kraków

Arrival in Kraków. Check in at hotel. Stroll in the old town and the welcome dinner.

Day 2. Kraków – Wieliczka – Baranów – Sandomierz (200 km)

Departure for the nearby salt mine in Wieliczka with the underground world of chambers, corridors, chapels and statues carved in salt by generations of miners – a unique tourist attraction in the world. Next, short drive and lunch in Niepołomice Castle, a summer residence of Polish kings. Then visit the Chamber of Niepołomice Region and watch baking of cakes in an old, traditional oven. Coffee break and tasting the cakes. Continue to Baranow Sandomierski. Visit the sumptuous Renaissance castle and walk in the castle park. Further drive along the Vistula river to Sandomierz, a small, picturesque town with a delightful market square. Dinner & overnight in Sandomierz.

Day 3. Sandomierz – Kazimierz Dolny (100 km)

Sightseeing tour of the Old Town with the XIVth century town hall and cathedral. Further drive to Kazimierz Dolny. Check in at hotel and lunch. Picturesquely located on the hills and the bank of Vistula river, Kazimierz is a major tourist venue in Poland. You can admire the market square, with the wealthy grain merchants’ houses and a wooden well in the very centre. Within walking distance from the market square, the granaries are beautifully located along the banks of Vistula. Dinner & overnight in Kaziemirz.

Day 4. Kazimierz Dolny – Zamość

Drive to Lublin. Tour of the old town. Afterwards, stop at Majdanek, (140 km)

a former concentration camp where thousands of people were killed by Nazis during the war. Lunch en route. Arrival in Zamość. Check in at hotel and sightseeing of the town. Zamość was designed and built by the Italian architect Bernardo Morando. It was meant to be an ideal town-fortress. Now Zamość is regarded as a perfect example of Renaissance architecture with columned arcades, decorated facades and a magnificent Town Hall. Dinner and overnight in Zamość.

Day 5. Zamość – Leżajsk – Łańcut – Krasiczyn (180 km)

Drive through the picturesque landscape of the Roztocze nature park to Leżajsk. A visit to the monastery church boasting one of the greatest organs in Poland. A private organ concert. Afterwards further drive to Łańcut. Visit the famous Łańcut castle belonging to the world’s largest castle palace complexes. Guided tour through the palace rooms with art collections and the Carriage Museum including more then 50 horse-drawn carriages. Lunch at the palace restaurant . Arrival in Krasiczyn in the late afternoon. Check in at the castle hotel. Dinner and night tour by torch-light through the castle’s interiors, caves and crypts.

Day 6. Krasiczyn – Mrzygłód – Sanok – Lesko (80 km)

Drive to a small village Mrzygłód on the banks of the river San for a meeting with ancient folk crafts and folklore. Welcome performance by a folklore group and next a relaxing horse-drawn carriage ride through the village. Meeting with a local blacksmith and potter who will demonstrate their skills. Next visit the village grammar school and then lunch with regional cuisine specialities. Further drive to a town Sanok to visit an Icon Museum housing the largest collection of icons after the Tretiakow Gallery in Moscow. Then, visit the Skansen, an open-air museum displaying the different styles of wooden architecture of the region. Arrival in Lesko in Bieszczady Mountains for dinner and overnight.

Day 7. Lesko – Krosno – Krynica (150 km)

Morning drive to Krynica via Krosno. En route, visit the traditional glass factory. We will discover the old technology of glass production. Lunch en route. Arrival in Krynica, the most famous mountains SPA resort in Southern Poland with mineral water springs. Accommodation at a SPA house with possibility of undergoing some wellness treatments. Dinner

Day 8. Krynica – Kraków (180 km)

Walk through the town market square. Trying mineral waters. Visit the Nikifors Museum displaying the naive paintings by a local contemporary artist. Drive through the picturesque landscape of Pieniny Mountains in the direction of Kraków. Lunch en route. Visit the XVth century church in Debno where you can admire the unique interior with the brilliant polychromy and wooden carving. Arrival in Kraków in the late afternoon for dinner and overnight.

Day 9. Kraków

Sightseeing tour of the Old Town including The Royal Way with its monuments. Visit the St Mary’s church with a majestic, wooden altar carved by Wit Stwosz, and the Royal Cathedral on the Wawel Hill, housing the tombs of the Polish kings. Tour ends with the guided visit to the Collegium Maius, the oldest building of the Jagiellonnian University where, among others, original astronomical devices used by Nicolaus Copernicus are displayed. Lunch in the Old Town. Free afternoon. Farewell dinner.

Day 10. Kraków

Departure

Authentic Poland: 10-Day Cultural Immersion & Traditional Crafts Discovery

Experience the authentic heart of Poland on this comprehensive 10-day cultural immersion tour that goes beyond typical sightseeing to reveal the living traditions, folk crafts, and genuine heritage of Polish communities. From UNESCO World Heritage cities to remote mountain villages, discover Poland’s rich cultural tapestry through hands-on experiences, traditional demonstrations, and encounters with local artisans.

Unique Cultural Experiences You Won’t Find Elsewhere

Live Folk Craft Demonstrations: Meet traditional blacksmiths and potters in Mrzygłód village who demonstrate ancient techniques passed down through generations. Enjoy folklore performances and authentic horse-drawn carriage rides through rural Polish countryside.

Renaissance Architecture Masterpieces: Explore Zamość, the UNESCO “ideal Renaissance city” designed by Italian architect Bernardo Morando, plus magnificent castles including Łańcut Palace with its 50+ historic carriages and Krasiczyn Castle with exclusive torch-lit night tours.

Sacred Art and Music Heritage: Experience a private organ concert at Leżajsk monastery featuring one of Poland’s greatest organs, and visit Sanok’s Icon Museum housing Europe’s largest icon collection outside Moscow’s Tretyakov Gallery.

Traditional Wooden Architecture: Discover the Sanok Skansen open-air museum showcasing diverse regional wooden building styles, plus visit the remarkable 15th-century wooden church in Dębno with its unique polychromy and wood carvings.

Spa and Wellness Tradition: Relax in Krynica-Zdrój, Poland’s premier mountain spa resort, with opportunities for mineral water treatments and wellness therapies in the beautiful Beskid Sądecki Mountains.

UNESCO World Heritage and Historic Treasures

Kraków – Medieval Capital and Academic Center

Explore Kraków’s Old Town with the magnificent St. Mary’s Church featuring Wit Stwosz’s wooden altar, and visit Wawel Cathedral housing Polish royal tombs. Tour the historic Collegium Maius where Nicolaus Copernicus studied, seeing his original astronomical instruments.

Wieliczka Salt Mine – Underground Marvel

Descend into the UNESCO Wieliczka Salt Mine with its extraordinary underground chapels, chambers, and salt sculptures carved by generations of miners, creating one of the world’s most unique tourist attractions.

Vistula River Cultural Route

Travel along Poland’s historic Vistula River visiting picturesque Sandomierz with its medieval market square and Kazimierz Dolny, where Renaissance grain merchants built stunning mansions and granaries still lining the riverbank.

Authentic Polish Culture Immersion

Traditional Glass Making: Visit a working glass factory in Krosno to witness centuries-old glass production techniques still used by master craftsmen today.

Regional Cuisine Experiences: Enjoy authentic meals featuring regional specialties, from traditional cake baking demonstrations to spa resort dining and local village cuisine.

Folk Art and Naive Painting: Discover the Nikifor Museum in Krynica showcasing Poland’s famous naive artist whose unique paintings captured international attention.

Historical Education: Visit Majdanek concentration camp for important historical remembrance alongside cultural celebration, providing complete understanding of Polish 20th-century experience.

Mountain Culture: Experience the distinct culture of Poland’s Bieszczady and Pieniny Mountains with their unique traditions, architecture, and natural beauty.

Exceptional Tour Features

Authentic Cultural Encounters: Meet real Polish artisans, craftsmen, and villagers who maintain centuries-old traditions in their daily lives.

Diverse Regional Experiences: Travel from medieval cities to mountain villages, Renaissance palaces to folk craft workshops, creating comprehensive cultural understanding.

Luxury Castle Accommodation: Stay overnight in the authentic Krasiczyn Castle with exclusive evening torch tours through historic interiors.

Wellness Integration: Combine cultural exploration with relaxing spa treatments in Poland’s most famous mountain resort.

Expert Cultural Guides: Knowledgeable local guides provide deep insights into Polish traditions, history, and living culture.

Small Group Experience: Intimate group sizes allow for genuine interactions with local communities and artisans.

Perfect for Cultural Enthusiasts

Cultural Anthropologists and travelers seeking authentic folk traditions and living heritage experiences.

Arts and Crafts Lovers interested in traditional techniques, wooden architecture, and regional artistic expressions.

UNESCO Heritage Collectors visiting multiple World Heritage sites including Kraków, Wieliczka, and Zamość.

Wellness and Culture Combiners appreciating the balance of cultural exploration with spa relaxation.

Educational Groups seeking comprehensive understanding of Polish culture, history, and traditions.

Senior Travelers appreciating comfortable pacing, cultural depth, and authentic local encounters.

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