13-Day Poland Explorer: Culture, History & Scenic Beauty

Warsaw • Masurian Lakes • Sopot • Torun • Wroclaw • Krakow
Small Group | UNESCO Sites | Culinary & Cultural Immersion | Scenic Drives

Experience the best of Poland in 13 unforgettable days. From Warsaw’s vibrant streets to the serene Masurian Lakes, the medieval charm of Torun, the artistic legacy of Wroclaw, and Krakow’s royal heritage, this guided tour blends history, culture, and authentic local experiences. Perfect for travelers seeking both adventure and enrichment.

DAY 1 – Depart for Poland

Board your flight to Poland and begin your journey into Poland’s rich cultural landscape.

DAY 2 – Arrive in Warsaw

Arrive in Warsaw, Poland’s dynamic capital and cultural hub. Transfer to your hotel and enjoy the afternoon at leisure.

Evening: Orientation meeting with your Tour Manager, followed by dinner at the hotel.

Meals: Dinner
Overnight: Warsaw

DAY 3 – Warsaw City Tour & Culinary Experiences

Discover Warsaw’s history and gastronomy:

• Stroll Lazienki Park and see the Chopin Monument

• Explore the Royal Route, the Warsaw Ghetto, and Market Square

• Visit Cathedral of St. John and Royal Castle

• Pierogi-Making Class: Master Poland’s iconic dumplings and savor your creations for lunch

• Polish Vodka Museum: Learn the history of Polish vodka and enjoy a tasting

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Warsaw

DAY 4 – Masurian Lakes & Olsztyn

Travel northeast to the stunning Masurian Lake District, dotted with forests, rolling hills, and sparkling lakes.

• Gizycko Cruise: Sail through three lakes and canals (Kisano, Tajty, Niegocin) with lunch onboard

• Explore Olsztyn: Old Town, 14th-century Gothic Warmian Chapter Castle (Museum of Warmia & Masuria), and Upper Gate

• Dinner at a local restaurant

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Olsztyn

DAY 5 – Wolf’s Lair & Swieta Lipka Sanctuary

• Wolf’s Lair (Wilczy Szaniec): Tour Hitler’s WWII headquarters and learn its historical significance

• Afternoon visit to the Baroque Swieta Lipka Sanctuary, a famed pilgrimage site

• Attend a musical performance at the sanctuary before returning to Olsztyn

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Olsztyn

DAY 6 – Elblag Canal & Sopot

• Elblag Canal Cruise: Experience boats lifted over land via inclined planes

• Visit the European Solidarity Center to learn about Poland’s fight for freedom

• Arrive in Sopot and stroll along Sopot Pier, Europe’s longest wooden pier

• Dinner at a local restaurant

In October, the cruise is replaced with a visit to Malbork Castle grounds.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight: Sopot

DAY 7 – Gdynia Emigration Museum

Visit Gdynia, a major Baltic port:

• Lunch at a seafood restaurant

• Explore the Emigration Museum with interactive exhibits showcasing Polish emigration stories

• Return to Sopot for evening at leisure

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Sopot

DAY 8 – Medieval Torun & Gingerbread Workshop

• Tour the UNESCO-listed Old Town of Torun, birthplace of astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus

• Afternoon pierniki (gingerbread) workshop: bake and taste traditional Torun gingerbreads

• Dinner at a local restaurant

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight: Torun

DAY 9 – Poznan & Wroclaw

• Stop in Poznan to explore Old Town, Town Hall, Gothic Cathedral of St. Peter & St. Paul, and Royal Castle

• Lunch with Polish specialties

• Continue to Wroclaw, arrival and evening at leisure

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Wroclaw

DAY 10 – Pottery Demonstration & Churches of Peace

• Observe traditional Boleslawiec pottery techniques at a ceramics museum

• Visit UNESCO-listed Churches of Peace in Jawor & Swidnica, masterpieces of Baroque timber-framed architecture

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Wroclaw

DAY 11 – Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial

• Travel to Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial, the largest WWII concentration camp

• Guided tour of barracks, watchtowers, gas chambers, and exhibits

• Arrive in Krakow in the late afternoon

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Krakow

DAY 12 – Krakow City Tour & Wieliczka Salt Mine

• Explore Wawel Royal Castle and Royal Cathedral

• Walk through the Historic Jewish Quarter and view the Lonely Chairs Memorial

• Visit St. Mary’s Church

• Guided tour of the UNESCO-listed Wieliczka Salt Mine with underground galleries, chapels, and sculptures

• Dinner in Krakow’s unique Nowa Huta district

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight: Krakow

DAY 13 – Depart Poland

Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

Meals: Breakfast

Package Highlights

• Small group: maximum 22 travelers

• Flights: New York – Warsaw / Krakow – New York

• 11 nights accommodations: 2 Warsaw | 2 Olsztyn | 2 Sopot | 1 Torun | 2 Wroclaw | 2 Krakow

• 21 meals: 11 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners

• Expert English-speaking tour manager & local guides

• Modern air-conditioned vehicles, guided sightseeing, entrance fees included

• UNESCO Sites: Torun Old Town, Churches of Peace, Wieliczka Salt Mine, Auschwitz-Birkenau

• Unique experiences: Pierogi & gingerbread workshops, Elblag Canal cruise, Polish vodka tasting, Masurian lakes cruise

• Tips for porters, wait staff, and guides included

• Wireless earphones for enhanced touring

Why Book This Poland Tour?

✔ Immerse in Poland’s rich history, from royal castles to WWII memorials
✔ Experience authentic local cuisine and culinary workshops
✔ Sail through scenic lakes and unique waterways
✔ Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites
✔ Travel with expert guides in small, intimate groups