Christmas in Poland: From Warsaw to Krakow

Christmas in Poland: From Warsaw to Krakow

• Trip code: 468X000
• Dauer: 7
• Stil: Classic

There’s no better way to soak up the holiday magic than by exploring Poland’s enchanting Christmas markets. Imagine twinkling lights everywhere, medieval squares decked out in festive splendour, the irresistible aroma of sweet and savoury treats filling the air, and a warm mug of mulled wine in your hand. Over seven festive days, you’ll journey from Warsaw to Krakow, taking in the charm, culture, and seasonal cheer at every stop. Holiday vibes don’t get better than this.

Übersicht

Accommodation

Hotels (6 nts)

Checklist

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Hand sanitizer (required)
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Group Size Notes

Max 16, avg 12

Introduction

There’s no better way to soak up the holiday magic than by exploring Poland’s enchanting Christmas markets. Imagine twinkling lights everywhere, medieval squares decked out in festive splendour, the irresistible aroma of sweet and savoury treats filling the air, and a warm mug of mulled wine in your hand. Over seven festive days, you’ll journey from Warsaw to Krakow, taking in the charm, culture, and seasonal cheer at every stop. Holiday vibes don’t get better than this

Meals Included

6 Frühstück

Meal Budget

Plane USD260-340 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Optional Activities

Wrocław
- Piwnica Swidnicka Visit

Oświęcim
- Besichtigung des Auschwitz-Birkenau Denkmals und Museums (135PLN pro Person)

Start / Finish

Warsaw nach Krakow

Transport

Train, taxi, public transport, walking

What's Included

Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Dein Foodie-Moment: Obwarzanki Cooking Class, Krakow. Warsaw orientation walk to see the Christmas Displays. 48-hour public transport card in Gdansk. CEO-led Gdansk walking tour and Christmas market visit, Excursion to Sopot and Christmas market visit. CEO-led Wroclaw Walking Tour and Christmas market visit. Krakow Walking Tour with a local guide. Krakow Christmas market visit. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guide

Highlights

Marvel at Warsaw’s dazzling Christmas displays in the heart of Poland’s capital, Stroll through Gdansk’s medieval old town and visit its festive Christmas market in this historic port city, Experience the charm of Wroclaw’s canals and Christmas market, Explore Krakow’s iconic squares and lanes before immersing yourself in the magic of the old town Christmas market, Learn how to prepare a traditional local delicacy called obwarzanki

Internationale Flüge

Check-in-Zeiten und Freigepäck/Einschränkungen können je nach Fluggesellschaft variieren und sich jederzeit ändern. Für die aktuellsten Informationen zu deinem Flug wende dich bitte an deine Fluggesellschaft. Wir empfehlen Online-Check-in, um mögliche Verzögerungen am Flughafen zu vermeiden

Minimum Age

Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre

Itinerary

Day 1 Warsaw

Arrive at any time. After settling into your hotel, attend a welcome meeting in the evening with your CEO before heading out to see some of the Christmas displays on the way to an optional dinner with the group

Day 2 Warsaw/Gdańsk

Wave goodbye to Warsaw and board a train bound for Gdansk, travelling through the picturesque Polish countryside. Enjoy some free time on arrival to the hotel before setting off with your CEO on an orientation walk of the city's highlights, culminating at the vibrant local Christmas Market

Day 3 Gdańsk

Set off in the morning with your CEO on an excursion to the nearby city of Sopot, on the Baltic Sea. Stroll along the promenade and visit it's Christmas market before returning to Gdansk to enjoy the rest of the day free to continue exploring or to relax

Day 4 Gdańsk/Wrocław

Set off again by train heading south to the city of Wroclaw. In the afternoon, head out on foot with your CEO to see the city's main sights and see why it is sometimes referred to as the "Venice of Poland." Finish the walk at Wroclaw's festive Christmas market and take the rest of the day for yourself, perhaps making a stop in the evening at one of the oldest beer cellars in Europe

Day 5 Wrocław/Krakow

Depart by train and travel through the countryside toward Krakow. Upon arrival, enjoy some time on your own for lunch before joining a local guide on a walking tour of the city's highlights, culminating at Krakow's historic Wawel Royal Castle. Continue with an 'obwarzanki' cooking class where you'll learn the ins and outs of this bagel-like, traditional speciality. Enjoy your creation, then spend the remainder of the evening at leisure

Day 6 Krakow

Explore Krakow on your own with a full free day. You may wish to explore the tragic history of this region with an excursion to Auschwitz Birkenau, the largest German Nazi concentration and extermination camp; a highly impactful experience

Day 7 Krakow

Depart at any time

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Warsaw

Warsaw is a vibrant city rich in history and full of stories, having been nearly destroyed in World War II. If you have time, we recommend taking some extra time to fully explore this incredible city.

Day 2 Warsaw/Gdańsk

Gdansk is a coastal city known for beautiful beaches and intricate architecture including the longest building in Poland and the tallest monument dedicated to fallen shipyard workers.

Day 3 Gdańsk

Day 4 Gdańsk/Wrocław

Aptly nicknamed 'Venice of Poland', Wroclaw is home to 100 bridges, crossing Oder, Ślęza, Widawa, Bystrzyca and Dobra Rivers, and several more streams.

Day 5 Wrocław/Krakow

Day 6 Krakow

Day 7 Krakow