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City stay in historic Krakow with an optional Auschwitz tour
- City trip
- Kraków, Małopolskie
- total price from £ 458.00 ]
- price based on: 2 adults
Experience enchanting Krakow, explore the UNESCO-listed city centre and embark on optional excursions into Poland’s history, with flights & breakfast
A city trip to Krakow offers the perfect mix of history, culture and city life. The Polish metropolis inspires with its charming old town, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admire impressive St Mary’s Basilica and striking Cloth Hall as you stroll around the sprawling medieval market square, or immerse yourself in local legend and visit the purported cave of the famous Wawel Dragon before snapping a picture with the fire-breathing statue next to the Royal Castle. Head to the neighbourhood of Kazimierz to indulge in some delicious pierogi or other traditional Polish cuisine; the former Jewish quarter, this lively district is full of restaurants, cafés and galleries, and is also the location of your trendy hotel.
As part of your trip you’ll also have the option to book two excursions. A visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau - the largest Nazi concentration and death camp of World War II - offers unparalleled insight into one of the darkest chapters of European history. You'll have the chance to explore the immersive museum, tour the extensive camp with a guide and hear the stories of victims and survivors. Although harrowing and confronting, a visit to this symbolic and significant site gives an unmatched understanding of the events of the Holocaust, and is sure to leave an indelible impression. Your second optional excursion is to the centuries-old Wieliczka Salt Mine, another UNESCO World Heritage Site that impresses with its intricately carved salt chapels, deep beneath the ground. Together these two trips provide a glimpse into Poland’s eventful history, making your stay in captivating Krakow an unforgettable experience.
Included
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Three nights in a Standard Double or Twin room at the Hotel Estera, Krakow
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Breakfast
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Day 2 or 3: Optional excursion to Auschwitz-Birkenau
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Day 2 or 3: Optional excursion to the Wieliczka Salt Mine
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Day 2 or 3: Optional full-day excursion to Auschwitz-Birkenau & the Wieliczka Salt Mine
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Return flight from to Kraków
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Optional airport transfers
Historic Krakow
Poland’s renowned second city boasts a fascinating and turbulent past with historic treasures around every other corner. The Old Town is certainly one of the most beautiful in the world, with its cobbled streets and majestic buildings which house cosy cafes, restaurants and shops. In the main market square you can take your place on one the terraces and watch the world go by whilst enjoying a bite to eat. History buffs will be sure to want to explore Kazimierz, the city's Jewish quarter which was destroyed during World War II. Throughout the neighbourhood you will discover traces of its heartbreaking history and it is also possible to visit Oskar Schindler’s factory which now features an exhibition dedicated to Krakow during the Nazi occupation. What also makes Kazimierz such a special neighbourhood is that is has now become a bohemian hotspot, bursting with bars and cafes which are the perfect place to while away an evening.
Hotel Estera
- Hotel
- Kraków, Poland
With its convenient location in the historic Jewish quarter, sleek Hotel Estera is the ideal starting point for exploring a different side of Krakow, before making the picturesque 20-minute stroll into the heart of the old town to spot all the top sights. Fuel up for your culture-filled days at the hotel's atmospheric Esterante Restaurant, which serves Polish-Jewish cuisine, and wake up with an aromatic coffee at the cool Lobby Bar. Catch the sun on the verdant terrace in good weather, or curl up in your cosy, jewel-toned room amidst plush furnishings and contemporary style.
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Standard Double or Twin room
Optional excursions
If you want to make your trip even more memorable, you can add the following excursions during the booking process.
Day 2 or 3: Excursion to Auschwitz-Birkenau
On the journey from Krakow to Auschwitz-Birkenau, the tour group is prepared for the upcoming experience with an informative documentary. On site, an English-speaking guide accompanies you through the impressive museum and around the extensive camp. This moving excursion not only offers a deep insight into this sombre chapter of history, but also the opportunity to honour the memory of the victims.
Day 2 or 3: Excursion to the Wieliczka Salt Mine
The Wieliczka Salt Mine is a fascinating underworld that enchants visitors with its stunning salt sculptures and historic chambers. One of the oldest operating salt mines in the world until its use was discontinued in 1996, the mine was excavated from the 13th century and its passages and chambers extend for over 178 miles. The chapels and impressive halls hidden deep in the mine, such as the famous Chapel of St Kinga, offer a unique insight into centuries-old mining traditions. This is sure to be an unforgettable adventure.
Day 2 or 3: Full-day excursion to Auschwitz-Birkenau and the Wieliczka Salt Mine
Experience a full-day excursion that delves deep into the history and culture of Poland. Start with a visit to historic Auschwitz-Birkenau, then continue to the fascinating Wieliczka Salt Mine. A day full of lasting impressions and cultural highlights awaits you.
Excluded
- Local taxes
- Gratuities
- Optional excursions (these can be added during the booking process)
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Additional Information
| Conditions | Your booking is a direct contract between you and Secret Escapes Limited for the provision of your package. Secret Escapes acts as a tour operator responsible, and is therefore liable for the proper execution of the agreement. The Secret Escapes Terms and Conditions (A) apply to this booking. The Secret Escapes Cancellation Terms and Conditions apply to this booking. |
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| Check-in | From 14:00 hours |
| Check-out | Until 10:00 hours |
| Passport, visa and health requirements | The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements, before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals. |
| Price changes | Please note that the flights included in this offer are subject to live availability and price, and can change during your booking process. When this is the case, we will always notify during the booking process. |
| Pet policy | Pets are not allowed on this trip. |