Highlights
- Set out to explore the rich history and heritage of Poland in the heart of Krakow at it’s must-visit historic landmarks
- An expert English-speaking tour guide will walk alongside you, filling you in on lesser-known facts and chilling tales about the attractions on your itinerary
- Start off on Wawel Hill, where the magnificent residence of Polish kings will take your breath away
- Walk in and out of the Wawel Royal Castle, wandering through the heavily adorned chambers, halls, and State Rooms, filled with secrets and myths of the castle
- Explore the Wawel Cathedral, a great narrative of Polish history where all Polish monarchs are buried
- Tuck into some delectable flavors with a traditional Polish lunch (soup and main course)
- Continue onto the small town of Wieliczka, where you’ll see one of Europe’s largest ancient salt mines
- Over 340 meters deep, 245 kilometers long, and 700 years old, this salt mine is steeped in history
- Visit the underground St. Kinga’s Church while here, the patroness of miners, which is decorated with chandeliers, carvings, and sculptures of saints carved out of salt
Itinerary
St. Mary Magdalene Square is a lovely spot for visitors looking to experience a more tranquil side of Krakow. Meet your guide at the Piotr Skarga Monument to go on your Wawel Castle expedition with a knowledgeable guide.
Walk through the castle’s chambers, halls, and State Rooms and learn all about the secrets and stories of the castle from your guide.
After exploring the castle, you will visit the Wawel Cathedral where many Polish kings and monarchs are buried, making it a prominent site. See the Cathedral’s most famous feature – Sigmund’s Chapel to admire its ornate design and lavish decor.
Board the comfortable minivan in Krakow and head straight to Wieliczka salt mines, a small town 10 kilometers away from Krakow. Here you will see one of Europe’s largest ancient salt mines holding so many stories and facts.
Built deep within the salt mines, St. Kinga’s church is entirely carved from salt, including the altar, pulpit, statues, and chandeliers, making it one of the most extraordinary churches in the world.