Warsaw, Czestochowa, Krakow
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Head east to explore the age-old traditions and folklore of Poland at Christmas time
Day 1, Saturday WARSAW
Upon arrival in Vienna, you will be transferred to your hotel. Welcome dinner and overnight in Warsaw. (D)
Day 2, Sunday WARSAW
Begin today with a morning orientation tour in Warsaw. Your local guide will point out the Polish Christmas traditions and take you to the places where Christmas market are in full swing. Afterwards, some free time to enjoy Warsaw on your own. This evening, take an excursion to baroque Wilanow Residence, to visit the “Royal Garden of Lights”, fantastically illuminated castle and its gardens. Return to your hotel for the night. (B)
Day 3, Monday WARSAW
The 700-year-old capital of Poland is a symbol of nationhood and the will to survive against great odds. A sightseeing tour here includes a drive along the famous Royal Route from grand Castle Square to Lazienki Park and Palace, summer residence of the last king of Poland. See the Palace of Science and Culture (known as a “wedding cake”), the Saxon Gardens, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Monument to the Heroes of the Warsaw Ghetto, and the Barbican. Then continue with a walking tour of the Old Town, Old Market Square, and St. John’s Cathedral. The rest of the day is dedicated to visiting the Christmas markets. (B)
Day 4, Tuesday WARSAW – KRAKOW
This morning, the journey to Czestochowa, famous for the blackened picture of St. Mary in the Yasna Gora Monastery, popularly called the “Black Madonna.” Then continue to Krakow for your overnight stay. (B)
Day 5, Wednesday KRAKOW
Sightseeing starts with a visit to Wawel Hill, where you’ll see the Royal Castle and visit the Royal Cathedral. Then, on a walking tour of the Old Town, visit the Main Market Square, Renaissance Cloth Hall, and St. Mary’s Church. The afternoon is free to visit and shop at the Christmas markets. (B)
Day 6, Thursday KRAKOW
A day to enjoy Krakow’s Christmas atmosphere and markets or take an optional tour to Wieliczka Salt Mine. The Wieliczka Salt Mine is over 700 years old and is one of the largest and oldest working salt mines in Europe. It is on the UNESCO list of the 12 most priceless monuments in the world. An elevator will take you to the first level of the mine where you will be able to see the 180-foot chapel made of salt rock and lit with salt-crystal chandeliers. There are many other chambers carved out of a huge block of salt, underground museums, and even tennis and volleyball courts. Return to Krakow. Some free time to enjoy the Christmas markets before your farewell dinner this evening. (B, D)
Day 7, Friday KRAKOW
After breakfast, transfer to Krakow airport. End of services. (B)
Accommodation (or similar):
WARSAW: Hotel Mercure Warszawa Grand
KRAKOW: Hotel Mercure Krakow Stare Miasto
INCLUSIONS:
Things to Note:
– Accommodation is subject to change without notice. Every effort is made to avoid hotel changes, but should a mid-tour hotel change become necessary after this list has been printed, contact details of the new hotel will be supplied to you by your Tour Director.
– Hotel rooms may not be available for check-in before 2:00 p.m.
– Tips for baggage handling are not included in the tour price.
– Tour can be a combination of regular tours, therefore coach changes may be required. The same people may not be travelling throughout the tour.
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