2012 |

 

JEWELS OF POLAND

Tour Code - 6080

8 days Warsaw to Warsaw Warsaw, Gdansk, Poznan, Krakow

All inclusive prices starting at: $1151

A rich cultural and religious heritage, eventful history, and beautiful natural landscapes make Poland an interesting place for discovery. Begins in the Polish capital of Warsaw, magnificently reconstructed after wartime destruction. Sightseeing at Gdansk one of the most important shipping ports in Northern Europe. Visit Torun, birthplace of renaissance astronomer Copernicus and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore romantic Poznan one of the country's olderst cities. Visit the Auschwitz concentration camp, a chilling reminder of the Holocaust, before arriving in beautiful Krakow, where guided sightseeing of the city centre includes the famous Market Square and 14th-century Jagiellonian University. Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Tatra Mountains dotted with picturesque villages and the famous Zakopane resort before ending your holiday in Warsaw.

Meals

  • Breakfast - 7
  • Lunch - 0
  • Dinner - 4

Standard Features

INDIVIDUAL HEADSETS
GUIDES: Local Guide for city sightseeing in Warsaw, Gdansk, Torun, Poznan, Jasna Gora, Krakow, Auschwitz; services of a professional Tour Director while touring
TRANSPORTATION: Touring by private first-class air-conditioned motorcoach
HOTELS: Rooms with private bath or shower, hotel taxes, porterage, tips, and service charges
MEALS: Buffet breakfasts (B); 4 dinners (D)
OPTIONALS: Choice of optional excursions available at reasonable prices to customise your own experience

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Day by Day

DayDescription
1

ARRIVE IN WARSAW, POLAND.

Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free. Later, meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers.

2

WARSAW-GDANSK.

Today's included sightseeing tour with a Local Guide is an excellent introduction to Warsaw, Poland's vibrant capital and largest city. Magnificently reconstructed after wartime destruction, Warsaw is a rich tapestry of nearly every European architectural style, from gothic to neoclassical, with wide, modern avenues in striking contrast to the narrow lanes of the old section. Continue to Gdansk on the Baltic Sea for two overnights. (B,D)

3

GDANSK.

One of the most important shipping ports in Northern Europe, Gdansk (formerly known by its German name, Danzig) is the "Birthplace of Solidarity." Sightseeing this morning with your Local Guide introduces you to the city's past and present. Later today, join the optional excursion to the town of Malbork, founded in the 13th century by the Teutonic Knights. Visit its gothic Marienburg Castle, one of the most striking fortified castles in Europe and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (B,D)

4

GDANSK-TORUN-POZNAN.

First stop today is medieval Torun on the Vistula River, birthplace of renaissance astronomer Copernicus and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your Local Guide will introduce you to the many captivating highlights, including the Old Town (Starowka) with the ruins of a 13th-century Teutonic Knights' castle as well as many gothic churches and houses. Head west to Poznan, one of the country's oldest cities and a part of Polish history for the past 1,000 years. This afternoon your included city sightseeing with a Local Guide introduces you to the main attractions. (B,D)

5

POZNAN-JASNA GORA-KRAKOW.

First to Jasna Gora near Czestochowa, the monastery that withstood the repeated onslaughts of overwhelming Swedish forces during the religious wars of the 17th century. Since then, its Black Madonna has been venerated as the "Queen of Poland" and has become the country's national symbol. Later, head to Krakow for two overnights. (B,D)

6

KRAKOW

Dating back to the 7th century, Krakow is held up by many as Poland's most beautiful city. It was the country's capital for over 500 years; today, it is its cultural capital. Included sightseeing with a Local Guide shows off ancient Krakow, for centuries the residence of Polish kings. See the Market Square, the Jewish Quarter, Wawel Hill, and St. Mary's Church. There is also an opportunity to visit the Wieliczka Salt Mine, a renowned mine that produced table salt continuously from the 13th century until 2007. This evening, consider joining an optional polka party. (B)

7

KRAKOW-AUSCHWITZ-WARSAW.

Encounter sobering history this morning on your visit to what is left of the Auschwitz concentration camp, a chilling reminder of the Holocaust. In the afternoon, return to Warsaw for a final overnight. Tonight's optional farewell dinner is a great way to round out your exciting adventure in Poland. (B)

8

WARSAW

Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

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Dates/Prices

NB: All prices listed are per person

May 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
12 May 201219 May 2012On Request $1170 AUD $1573 AUD Hotel List
19 May 201226 May 2012On Request $1170 AUD $1573 AUD Hotel List

Jun 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
09 Jun 201216 Jun 2012Open $1189 AUD $1592 AUD Hotel List
16 Jun 201223 Jun 2012Open $1189 AUD $1592 AUD Hotel List

Jul 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
14 Jul 201221 Jul 2012Open $1199 AUD $1602 AUD Hotel List
14 Jul 201221 Jul 2012On Request $1199 AUD $1602 AUD Hotel List

Aug 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
11 Aug 201218 Aug 2012On Request $1199 AUD $1602 AUD Hotel List

Sep 2012

Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin ShareSingle
01 Sep 201208 Sep 2012Open $1199 AUD $1602 AUD Hotel List
08 Sep 201215 Sep 2012Open $1199 AUD $1602 AUD Hotel List
15 Sep 201222 Sep 2012Open $1170 AUD $1573 AUD Hotel List
22 Sep 201229 Sep 2012Open $1151 AUD $1554 AUD Hotel List

Accommodation Prices

Pre & Post TourCityStart DateEnd DateSingle PriceTwin PriceTriple Price
POSTWarsaw01 Jan 201231 Dec 2012 $135 AUD $72 AUD $63 AUD
PREWarsaw01 Jan 201231 Dec 2012 $135 AUD $72 AUD $63 AUD

Charges

TypeNamePrice
OPTIONALGratuity76 AUD

JEWELS OF POLAND

Tour Code - 6080

8 days Warsaw to Warsaw Warsaw, Gdansk, Poznan, Krakow

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Optional Excursions

To help plan your leisure time, as well as your pre-tour budgeting, here is a list of optional excursions that may be offered on this tour. Availability is subject to sufficient participation, weather conditions, seasonal suitability, group interests, and general feasibility for your tour. Please note prices may be based on the previous year and are subject to change. Full terms and conditions are contained in the important travel documents.

PriceDetails
50  EUR

Name: FOLKLORE & DINNER
Location: KRAKOW
Description: Enjoy an evening of typical Polish food and unlimited drinks throughout the evening in the unique atmosphere of an 18th century wooden cottage.
25  EUR

Name: MARLBORK CASTLE
Location: GDANSK
Description: 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.
45  EUR

Name: POLISH FLAVOURS
Location: WARSAW
Description: 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.
40  EUR

Name: WIELICZKA SALT MINES
Location: KRAKOW
Description: 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.
 
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