Portrait of Poland
Discover for yourself this country of beautiful, historical cities, fascinating culture and strong traditions - all combined with a striking natural beauty and warm hospitality.
Warsaw Old Town Market and Mermaid statue - the symbol of the Polish capital
Royal Castle, Warsaw
View of Castle Square, Warsaw
Colourful merchant houses in Poznan
Ostrów Tumski Cathedral (right) and Church of Our Lady, Poznan
Jasna Gora Monastery near Czestochowa
Auschwitz concentration camp: a chilling reminder of WWII atrocities
The railway into Auschwitz concentration camp
The Cloth Hall (Sukiennice) and Main Market Square, Krakow
Wawel Cathedral, Krakow
Wawel Cathedral, Krakow
View of Krakow old town from Wawel Hill
Wieliczka Salt Mine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Wieliczka Salt Mine, this 14th century mine is the oldest continuously run business in the world
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Your Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Warsaw.
Fly to Warsaw where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for one night.
DAY 2: Warsaw - Gdansk.
The country's capital, Warsaw suffered extensive damage during World War II but has since been lovingly restored to its former glory. Explore this cosmopolitan city on an included sightseeing tour this morning, taking in sights such as the magnificent Royal Way - a wide avenue laden with impressive churches, palaces, art galleries and museums, the Old Town Square, and the best of the city's historic landmarks, including a wealth of fine Renaissance, Baroque and Gothic architecture. This afternoon, continue to Gdansk for two nights. (B, D)
DAY 3: Gdansk.
Also known as Danzig, Gdansk sits on the Baltic Coast and is home to Poland's largest seaport and a rich ship-building and maritime history. A focal point during World War II, the city endured heavy bombing but its legacy of Gothic, renaissance and Hanseatic architecture has since been faithfully restored. Today's included city sightseeing tour with a local guide takes in highlights such as the lovely Stare Miasto Old Town. Later, why not join the optional trip to nearby Malbork, a town founded by Teutonic Knights in the 13th century and home to Marienberg Castle, a Gothic brick fortress considered to be one of the most striking in Europe. (B, D)
DAY 4: Gdansk - Torun - Poznan.
Today, head to the beautiful medieval city of Torun. Nestled alongside the Vistula River, Torun is famed as the birthplace of Copernicus and one of the most charming cities in Poland, maintaining a rich heritage of Gothic architecture, Hanseatic Merchant Houses and a delightful ?Starowka? Old Town with UNESCO World Heritage status. Enjoy an included sightseeing tour before continuing to Poznan on the banks of the Warta River. A 1,000-year-old city, Poznan has a wonderful mix of Gothic and Baroque architecture, including a 10th-century cathedral, the Dzialynski Palace, 16th-century town hall clock and a fine opera house. The included city sightseeing tour takes in many of the local highlights. (B, D)
DAY 5: Poznan - Jasna Gora - Krakow.
Your first stop today is the monastery of Jasna Gora near Czestochowa, which houses the famous painting of the 'Black Madonna', venerated as the 'Queen of Poland' and the country's national symbol. This afternoon, continue to Krakow, Poland's cultural capital, for two nights. (B, D)
DAY 6: Krakow.
The ancient capital of Poland is the jewel in its sightseeing crown. At the city's heart is the largest and one of the most perfectly preserved medieval squares in the whole of Europe, Rynek Glowny, surrounded by impressive historic buildings. This morning, the included sightseeing tour of ancient Krakow takes in the historic Market Square, the 14th century Jagiellonian University, Wawel Castle and St Mary's Church, where the 14th-century kings of Poland were traditionally crowned. The rest of the day is free for you to explore at leisure or perhaps join the optional trip to the fascinating Wieliczka Salt Mines, a renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site. This evening, enjoy an optional polka party. (B)
DAY 7: Krakow - Oswiecim (Auschwitz) - Warsaw.
This morning, head to Oswiecim and the site of the Auschwitz concentration camp, a chilling reminder of the outrages perpetrated against the Jews during World War II. This afternoon, continue to Warsaw. This evening, enjoy an optional farewell dinner. (B)
DAY 8: Warsaw - UK.
Transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK. (B)
Accommodation on Tour
Warsaw: Mercure Chopin (3*); Gdansk: Scandic Gdansk (4*); Poznan: Novotel Centrum (4*); Krakow: Novotel Bronovice (4*); Warsaw: Holiday Inn (4*).
Your Holiday Map
Portrait of Poland
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Warsaw Old Town Market and Mermaid statue - the symbol of the Polish capital
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Royal Castle, Warsaw
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View of Castle Square, Warsaw
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Colourful merchant houses in Poznan
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Ostrów Tumski Cathedral (right) and Church of Our Lady, Poznan
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Jasna Gora Monastery near Czestochowa
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Auschwitz concentration camp: a chilling reminder of WWII atrocities
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The railway into Auschwitz concentration camp
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The Cloth Hall (Sukiennice) and Main Market Square, Krakow
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Wawel Cathedral, Krakow
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Wawel Cathedral, Krakow
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View of Krakow old town from Wawel Hill
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Wieliczka Salt Mine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
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Wieliczka Salt Mine, this 14th century mine is the oldest continuously run business in the world
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Optional Excursions
To help you plan and make the most of your holiday, below is a list of optional excursions available to you.
MARLBORK CASTLE
An afternoon excursion to visit this enchanting medieval marvel with a history dating back to the Holy Land and the fabled Teutonic Knights who started building the castle in the 1380s and over 30 years added various other buildings.
€25 (Euro)
WIELICZKA SALT MINES
The Wieliczka salt mines are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take an elevator down into the depths of the mine, to marvel at the vast network of underground passages, caves, lakes, and even a chapel decorated with rock salt sculptures.
€40 (Euro)
FOLKLORE & DINNER
Enjoy an evening of typical Polish food and unlimited drinks throughout the evening in the unique atmosphere of an 18th century wooden cottage.
€48 (Euro)
POLISH FLAVOURS
Drive to the entrance of the Old Town for a walk through the narrow streets to your restaurant for the evening. Enjoy a typical dinner with unlimited wine or beer and be entertained by live piano music.
€38 (Euro)
Please note that optional excursions and prices are subject to change.
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What's Included
- Flights UK - Warsaw - UK
- Accommodation on tour in twin room with private facilities
- Meals on tour 7 breakfasts (B) and 4 dinners (D)
- Services of a tour director on tour
- Porterage at hotels during tour (for one suitcase per person)
- Individual Audio System You will be given headphones and a receiver so you can clearly hear the tour director/local guide during your visits.
- Transfers between overseas airport and hotels
- All local and airport taxes/service charges
- Single share option no supplement to pay
All this included
- Warsaw City sightseeing
- Gdansk City sightseeing
- Torun City sightseeing
- Poznan City sightseeing
- Jasna Gora Monastery & Black Madonna Guided visit
- Krakow City sightseeing & Wawel Cathedral
- Auschwitz Guided visit
Departures from
- Birmingham
- London Heathrow
- London Luton
- Manchester
Departures between
28 Apr 2012 to 22 Sep 2012
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