Poland | Poland Extension
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6 days / 5 nights
| Location | Nights |
| Warsaw | 2 |
| Krakow | 3 |
Day 01 Arrive Warsaw
A&K welcome into the Polish capital and private transfer to the hotel. Warsaw (Choice of category)
Day 02 Warsaw
Much of Warsaw was destroyed during WWII but reconstructed after the 1980s. Touring today includes the Old Quarter with its Gothic churches, defensive walls, and the fairy tale facades of the Renaissance and Baroque tenement houses. Plus the Royal Castle, symbol of Polish statehood, and the 14th century Cathedral of Saint John. An afternoon at leisure (B).
Warsaw (Choice of category)
Day 03 Warsaw - Krakow
Drive to the former capital of Poland, Krakow. Stop en route in Czestochowa, located northwest of Krakow, to visit the Pauline Monastery at Jasna Gora which houses the Black Madonna, the holiest icon in Poland. This 15th century painting brings pilgrims from all over the country, some on foot (B).
Krakow (Choice of category)
Day 04 Krakow
Discover Krakow, one of the oldest and most beautiful cities of Eastern Europe. Visit the Royal Castle and Cathedral, the magnificent Market Square and St. Mary’s Church with its famous 15th century altar by Wit Stwosz. Afternoon at leisure (B).
Krakow (Choice of category)
Day 05 Design Your Day Krakow
Today choose one of the following activities. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Wieliczka Salt Mine. Descend 150 feet by private elevator into the network of chambers and lakes that have been carved out over the centuries including the underground Chapel of the Blessed Kinga. Continue on to the site of the infamous Auschwitz concentration camp, a memorial to the 4 million people of 28 nationalities who perished there. Or enjoy a full day exploring the Tatra Mountains National Park and the town of Zakopane, Poland’s winter sports centre. The quaint timber buildings here are charming and the Tatra Museum an interesting highlight. Opportunity for a cable car ride to the ridge of Gubulowka for fantastic mountain scenery (weather permitting) (B).
Krakow (Choice of category)
Day 06 Depart Krakow
A&K wishes you well as your private journey concludes with a transfer to Krakow airport (B).
Note: Itinerary departs daily. Christmas & New Years Eve supplements apply.
Optional Extensions
A&K's Poland Extension tour combines well with a Tale of 3 Cities and our Jewels of Russia private journeys. The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express also journeys to Krakow making it a great way to continue your holiday throughout Europe.
Choice of Accommodation
| City | Platinum | Gold |
| Warsaw | Le Regina (Deluxe Terrace Room) | Le Regina (Classic Room) |
| Krakow | Sheraton Krakow (Deluxe Room) | Sheraton Krakow (Classic Room) |
