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(8 Days - Departs Daily on a Private Basis ) Gdansk, Warsaw & Auschwitz, Krakow

This private luxury tour takes in Poland's top cultural and scenic attractions from north to south, including atmospheric riverside towns, ancient castles, historic sites, beautiful mountains and an abundance of stunning UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Begin in  Gdansk , a historic port city on the Baltic Sea and the birthplace of the Solidarity movement. Tour the backstreets, squares and canals of the Old Town and the surrounding region, including Gdynia and Sopot, a fashionable seaside resort.

En route to Warsaw, visit  Malbork , a massive medieval castle built by the Teutonic Knights, or  Torun , a well-preserved medieval town and the birthplace of Nicolaus Copernicus. Both are UNESCO World Heritage sites.

In  Warsaw , an energetic capital city filled with beautiful parks and a unique architectural legacy, enjoy flexible private touring of the charming Old Town, which rose phoenix-like from near total destruction during World War II. See monuments of Poland's Communist era and the renovated palaces of the embassy district. Visit the Palace on the Water, surrounded by the beautiful English gardens of Lazienki Park. Tour the sites associated with Warsaw's once-large Jewish population, including the Jewish Ghetto and the atmospheric Jewish cemetery. Walk along the Royal Way, stopping in upscale boutiques and food shops in the reconstructed townhouses lining the boulevard, and perhaps see the unique memorial to Frederic Chopin, a local hero.

From Warsaw, Artisans of Leisure can also arrange excursions, upon request, to Zelazowa Wola, the birthplace of Chopin; Lowicz to tour a folk art museum and enjoy a meal with local artists; the well-preserved 19th-century factory town of Lodz; Lublin and nearby Majdanek concentration camp; the memorial to Treblinka death camp; or Kazimierz Dolny, a charming riverside town filled with historic architecture and popular among artists.

Next, transfer by private car through farmland and forests to Krakow, Poland's well-preserved cultural capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stop en route in  Auschwitz  to see one of the most notorious sites of Nazi Germany's genocidal program.

In  Krakow , tour the beautiful Old Town, including the Wawel, the hilltop royal castle and cathedral. Visit churches decorated with stunning Art Nouveau interiors, see Leonardo da Vinci's  Lady with an Ermine  painting at the Czartoryski Museum, explore the best boutiques around Florianska Street, relax in the outdoor cafes in the vast Market Square, and visit the Rynek Underground museum to explore the city's past. Also, tour Kazimierz, the old Jewish district, to see historic synagogues with beautiful stained glass and decorated interiors as well as the old Jewish cemetery and quiet backstreets. Other options include touring the former Jewish Ghetto and the Oskar Schindler Factory, immortalized in the film Schindler's List.

One day, take an excursion to  Wieliczka Salt Mine . A unique UNESCO World Heritage Site, the mine has been in use for 700 years and is filled with sculptures, friezes and chapels that miners have carved from salt.  For those interested, this tour can be extended and made one day longer to include a full-day private excursion to Zakopane. 

From Krakow, Artisans of Leisure can also arrange excursions, upon request, to the painted village of Zalipie; Tyniec Abbey; Kalwaria Zebrzydowska, a Catholic pilgrimage route and UNESCO World Heritage Site; sites related to the Young Poland movement, such as the Stanislaw Wyspianski Museum and House of Jozef Mehoffer; and rafting down the scenic Dunajec River Gorge.

Other special activities we arrange in Poland include meeting with Jewish scholars and tours of Jewish institutes; Polish cooking classes; visits to art galleries; piano recitals and concerts of music by Polish composers; and researching family history and genealogy.

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Thank you for helping to coordinate our great Poland trip! I appreciate all you did to make it one of the most meaningful and interesting trips we have ever taken!  ~ C.B., Richmond, VA

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My name is Andrew Hulewicz and I am the owner of Mazurkas Travel. My whole life was dedicated to travel with desire to help others to find their own way to my own country, Poland. Today, after almost 30 years in the travel busienss I am proud to have a highly experienced team that share this passion.They will assist you to design an unforgettable journey accross Poland, help you to find a reason to visit Poland in every single architecture detail or a sound of music, in delicious taste of Polish cusine and hospitality We will deliver emotions that will become your own travelling story book. 

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Mazurkas Travel Luxury Poland brand is designed to help discover Poland on a private journeys that meet the individual requirements of the travellers. Created for those looking for hand-crafter trips dedicated to their specific needs, interest and expectations, offering new experiences and emotions. Each of the journeys crafted individually with attention to details offers accommodation in exclusive hotels and boutique properties, shopping in the world famous fashion designers workshops, visits to best art collections,  backstage tours, meeting local artists or enjoying a home-hosted experience.

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Experience a luxurious getaway in Poland, where you can indulge in exceptional hospitality and enjoy high-end accommodations, fine dining, and pampering. Stay in boutique, elegant hotels and explore local authentic cuisine. Relaxation and wellness await you in luxurious spa stays, while professional and impeccable service abounds. Enjoy activities, shopping and locations of legendary Polish hospitality. From high-end shopping to engaging activities, Poland is the perfect destination for a luxury vacation.

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Visitors to Poland can enjoy the best of both worlds – luxury international hotels in the cities and elegant boutique castles, palaces or manors in idyllic rural villages. These accommodations offer high-end, quality professional services and extreme comfort, as well as a unique sense of character, history and style. As an example, the landmark Hotel Bristol – a Luxury Collection Hotel, in Warsaw – is renowned for its Les Clefs d’Or (“The Golden Keys”) designation and dedicated concierge. Furthermore, many of these locations offer world-class spa and wellness experiences, making them the perfect destination for a relaxing getaway. Poland boasts a unique culinary history, combining the savoriness of French and Italian cooking with the exotic spices of Tatar, Lithuanian, and Hungarian cuisine. This cultural blend is showcased in two Michelin-starred restaurants, Atelier Amaro and Senses, as well as over 50 other restaurants that have been recognized by the Michelin Guide.

Exploring Poland's cities of Krakow, Wroclaw, Poznan, and Gdansk with a private guide is an ideal way to immerse yourself in the local culture and history. There are plenty of shopping opportunities in upscale stores and boutiques, so you can take home a piece of luxury from your stay in Poland. We can help you plan and book the perfect luxury vacation to Poland. With our local knowledge, we can provide you with the best private luxury trips for solo travelers, couples, families, and small groups. We can also help you find the finest luxury resorts, hotels, and spas in the area. Our team can also arrange for you to experience fine dining with Polish vodka and wine, as well as exclusive VIP experiences based on your special interests. Let us help make your next vacation to Poland a truly memorable experience.

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Our August 2024 Culinary Vacation is scheduled around the annual Pierogi Festival being held in Krakow, Poland. Join us for pierogi tasting, local beer, live entertainment and more.

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In Old Town Kraków - one of Poland’s oldest and largest cities – lies the beautiful Rynek Glowny (Main Square), where each hour, a golden trumpet sounds from the tower of St. Mary's. This is a tradition that first started in the Middle Ages to signal that the city gates were opening or closing. While in Kraków, visiting Wawel Hill is a must, in particular the Wawel Cathedral which is the final resting place of the Kings of Poland, and has a history spanning over 1,000 years. Oskar Schindler’s factory, the story of which features in Steven Spielberg’s film ‘Schindler's List', is now a museum housing exhibits dedicated to life in wartime Kraków under the five-year Nazi occupation of WWII. This eye-opening museum will give you plenty to reflect on. Likewise, visiting the Auschwitz Memorial gives the opportunity to pay respect to those who lost their lives in this harrowing concentration camp. Here, it is possible to walk beneath the infamous gateway to the museums housed in the former prison blocks.

In Częstochowa, the Monastery of Jasna Góra is one of the most significant Catholic pilgrimage sites in the world, and is famous for its Black Madonna, said to have been painted by St. Luke. There are many stories regarding miracles that have taken place after people have prayed to this much-loved icon, which is also known as ‘Our Lady of Częstochowa’. Further on in Warsaw, both the impressive bronze Chopin Monument situated in the Royal Baths Park, and the Memorial of the Heroes of the Warsaw Ghetto are worth viewing. In addition, another recommended location is to spend time in the Warsaw Old Town - a UNESCO World Heritage Site that has been reconstructed and restored after most of it was destroyed by Nazi troops in 1944. Today, it is a hive of activity, with bustling restaurants, cafes, galleries and local points of interest.

The ‘pierogi’ or Polish dumpling is a beloved favorite in traditional cuisine. This versatile dish can be filled with savory or sweet combinations, including meat, sauerkraut, cheese, potatoes and onions, strawberries and blueberries. Another national dish is ‘bigos’ – a hunter’s stew typically comprised of sauerkraut, cabbage, pork, onion and seasoning. ‘Golabki’ (stuffed cabbage rolls in tomato sauce), ‘Placki ziemniaczane‘ (potato pancakes), grilled ‘oscypek’ (sheep’cheese), breaded pork, and different types of soups, stews, crepes and dumplings are all commonly eaten. For dessert, ‘paczki’ is a hit – miniature doughnuts filled with vanilla custard. Other tasty sweets include: ‘lody’ (ice-cream), ‘makowiec’ (a poppy seed cake), ‘szarlotka’ (an apple cake), ‘sernik’ (cheese cake) and ‘faworki’ (crisp pastry twists covered in powdered sugar).

Poland is known throughout the world for using potatoes, grains or sugar beets to make its vodka or ‘wódka’. Balsam Pomorski, Belvedere, Chopin, Danziger Goldwasser, Extra Zytnia, Luksusowa, Maximus, Starka, and Zubrowka are some of the most popular Polish vodka brands. As well as spirits, delicious beer is produced in numerous little breweries dotted across Poland, while liqueurs made from flowers, fruits, spices and herbs usually have a high alcohol content, are also made locally, and generally well-received. ‘Miód pitny’ - known in English as mead - is a type of drinkable fermented honey that’s comes in varying concentrations of alcohol. For soft drinks, try ‘compote’ - a cold mix of both fresh and dried fruits (usually cherries, strawberries, apples, pears and currants), or sweet-tasting orangeade (carbonated orange juice with sugar). Polish specialty coffees have become increasingly popular in recent years, as has coffee house culture.

Lowlands, highlands and mountains are the three distinct types of landscape found in Poland, together with extensive rivers and forests that create hundreds of different ecosystems. Europe’s largest mammal – the European Bison – resides within the protection of the Bialowieza National Park. Typically weighing a hefty 2,000 lbs these giant beasts can grow to be over 6 feet tall (1.8 metres) and 9 feet long (2.7 metres). Other large mammals include lynxes, grey wolves, elks, brown bears, wild boars, bats, beavers and marmots. Among Poland’s bird life are storks, eagles, woodpeckers, nightingales, snipes, cranes and aquatic warblers. Meanwhile in the reptilian and amphibian world, Poland is home to lizards, snakes, terrapins, frogs, toads, salamanders and newts.

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Enjoy the music of Chopin in Warsaw

The city where Chopin was first discovered provides the perfect backdrop to his masterpieces. Take your pick of many museums, galleries, terraces and parks that still perform concerts daily in honor of this Polish composer and virtuoso, two centuries on.

Journey to the little-known district of Praga in Warsaw

One of the best things to do in Warsaw is to leave the well-trodden Old Town and visit the right bank district of Praga. The once derelict neighborhood has become a favorite among students and artists alike. Explore the gritty bohemia's abandoned factories, now reclaimed and transformed into communal cultural spaces, street art, markets and bars.

Journey to Gdansk

For a change of scenery, head to the port city of Gdansk that bears little resemblance to Poland’s urban centres. Stroll through Main Town and be dazzled by the colorful shop facades of Long Market, an ornate Golden Gate and the bronzed body of a sea God in Neptune Fountain.

Visit Westerplatte, the place where WWII began

A scattering of shelled bunkers and burnt-out ruins contain reminders of the Battle of Westerplatte. This memorial site and monument will whisper Poland’s forlorn story to you. See the lighthouse where the first warning shots were fired and stand where the few brave Polish soldiers tried in vain to defend against the German invasion.

Explore Wieliczka Salt Mines

A short drive from Krakow is a subterranean labyrinth to behold. Descend the many steps and discover an underground world so remarkable in size it contains lakes and a chapel made of salt - right down to its chandeliers. One of the Poland attractions you will have to see with your own two eyes to believe.

Our top 5 things to do in Poland

Walk through the artistic underbelly of Warsaw and stand in the spot where WWII began. These are just some of the captivating experiences served up by Trafalgar in Poland.

Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum

The largest of the Nazi concentration camps and the resting place of over one million men, women and children, Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum is a somber place of reflection. Come face-to-face with the realities of the Holocaust with a walk through these infamous grounds, where you will uncover a dark time in humanity that’s not to be forgotten.

Galeria Raster

Founded by two art critics, this independent gallery is a place known for encouraging participation in culture. Immerse in the excitement of Poland’s next generation with film screenings, concerts, countless artworks and a self-publishing bookstore all found at Galeria Raster. This is the heart of the local contemporary art scene.

Krolikarnia

Fresh respite is found in the ‘Green District’ of Mokotów and the classicist palace that calls it home. Come to Krolikarnia to see the country’s largest collection of sculptures and relax in the leafy estate grounds, where idyllic reading spots and garden performances are plentiful.

Best museums in Poland

A Trafalgar tour through Poland will take you back in time to World War II and forward in time to Poland’s next generation of artists. It is through these museums that you will understand the many chapters of Poland's remarkable story.

The humble pierogi dumplings have been comforting the Polish since the 13th century, enduring and evolving as the years went by. Savoury, salty, spicy, sweet - these half-moon delights will not fail you. From the traditional to the more creative, chefs around the country will surprise you with many moreish fillings.

With a name meaning ‘hunter’s stew’, it’s unsurprising the meal of bigos is meaty and hearty. Expect cabbage, sauerkraut, finely chopped meats and the odd splash of beer or wine stewed for hours. Let this traditional single pot meal warm you on a cool Polish night.

Placki Ziemniaczane

Popular in World War II when there was little to eat, today these potato pancakes are considered a special treat. Try one - or many - at an outdoor market or festival topped with a generous dollop of sour cream or a sweet condiment.

Best food in Poland

Our tours of Poland is complete with many tastes of its simple - and simply delicious - national dishes. You will quickly understand why the Polish say ‘smacznego’ (meaning ‘enjoy your meal’) at breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What to pack for Poland

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Polish phrasebook

Polish is the official language of Poland, so pack a phrasebook to help you learn a few words. If you can’t spare the space, download them to your Google Translate app offline.

A secure day bag

Though Poland is considered a safe destination, it isn't immune to pickpockets and petty crime. A good quality zipper bag or travel wallet will keep cash, cards and important items safe.

Poland is a massive country and on some days, long journeys are unavoidable. The scenery will provide plenty of visual entertainment, while headphones can be used to listen to some local music or enjoy podcasts about Polish history and culture.

A filtered water bottle

Polish water is officially safe to drink, but the plumbing can affect the quality. Many locals and tourists use bottled water; take the cheaper and more eco-friendly option of a reusable bottle with built in filtration.

Some WWII reading

Whether you’re a history buff or not, a refresher on the world wars will make for a richer experience of the significant and soul stirring sites you will visit in Poland.

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Fully Guided Tours & Trips in Poland

Find the right fully guided tour for you in Poland. There are 32 trips to choose from, that range from 5 days in length, up to 14 days. The month with the most departures is June, making it the most popular time to visit Poland.

32 Fully Guided tour packages in Poland with 253 positive reviews

Best of Poland (11 Days) Tour

  • In-depth Cultural
  • Walking Adventure
  • Sightseeing

Best of Poland (11 Days)

Everything was outstanding. Coach, Kate (tour guide), all other guides (except one), hotels, meals, itineraries, driver, sights, tours. Two issues. Our Auschwitz tour guide had a very, very pronounced accent and spoke very quickly making it difficult to understand him. Extremely knowledgeable but needs to slow down his speech. Loved that every tour guide throughout the country was a "local". The other issue was that the optional tours available were charged in Euros and not Polish money. Other than those "minor issues" the tour was truly outstanding, interesting, educational and fun!
  • €100 deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

Highlights of Poland (Classic, 10 Days) Tour

Highlights of Poland (Classic, 10 Days)

KRAKOW: Everything was wonderful in Krakow; by far my favorite city on the tour. There was ample time to see things on our own and enjoy the group activities. ZAKOPANE: The afternoon tour was fine. One option you might want to mention is the spa services at the resort. I made reservations for a massage/facial. When I mentioned this to others on the trip, there were a few that also wanted to do that, but unfortunately, there were no available appointments. I wouldn't necessarily make it an option, but I think you should suggest the services at the spa and if interested in scheduling something, it would be the individual's responsibility to make those arrangements. Unfortunately, some people don't do the level of research in advance as I do. The evening meal was nice, but should be in a bigger venue, as the band was so loud that you couldn't carry on a conversation with those in your group. AUSCHWITZ: A must visit. WROCLAW: Lovely city; all activities were well planned. POZNAN: A few things I would change. The hotel in Poznan was not very nice; the original hotel was the Sheraton Poznan Hotel. I'm not sure why there was a change. I would look at changing to a nicer hotel, as the hotel we stayed (not the Sheraton) was dingy and dirty inside and out. Also, in Poznan, one of our activities was to view a comical twist to the making of a croissant. I think this could be eliminated, giving the group some needed free time to explore the city or rest. I would have much rather walked around the town, than to have gone to this presentation. Perhaps make it an option; it didn't add to my overall experience. TORUN: Beautiful city; enjoyed this stop. GDANSK: Loved every minute of this. WARSAW: Loved every minute of this.

Portrait of Poland Tour

Portrait of Poland

Overall, the tour was wonderful. A lot was squeezed into the 7 days. There were a few stops we would like to have spent more time at. The evening included meals were average or below average- it would have been nice to have more local cuisine. Breakfast meals were good; the breakfast buffet at the Regent Warsaw Hotel was excellent. Our tour guide Kasia was very knowledgeable & engaging - she did an excellent job! Really enjoyed her commentary & she was so helpful.

Highlights of Southern Poland Tour

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Highlights of Southern Poland

The Poland tour was excellent! The group leader Beata was awesome and all guidance, planning and itinerary was wonderful. Totally recommended!!

Highlights of Poland Tour

Highlights of Poland

Well done to our tour guide Justyna and well done to Explore for putting this on in difficult times.
  • 10% deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

Tailor-Made Private Trip to Southern Poland with Daily Departure Tour

  • Christmas & New Year

Tailor-Made Private Trip to Southern Poland with Daily Departure

  • Book With Flexibility This operator allows you to rebook your dates or tours with them for free, waiving change fees.

Tailor-Made Private Poland Tour with Daily Departure Tour

Tailor-Made Private Poland Tour with Daily Departure

The best of Poland in 7 days (Guaranteed departure) Tour

The best of Poland in 7 days (Guaranteed departure)

Camino de Santiago: the Scenic Portuguese Route Tour

Camino de Santiago: the Scenic Portuguese Route

Highlights of Poland - 7 Days Tour

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Highlights of Poland - 7 Days

Poland Discovery - 7 Days Tour

Poland Discovery - 7 Days

Folklore Poland Tour

Folklore Poland

Medieval Poland Tour

Medieval Poland

Polish Escape (9 destinations) Tour

Polish Escape (9 destinations)

Discovering Poland Warsaw, Gdansk, Wroclaw & Kraków (Warsaw to Krakow) (2024) Tour

Discovering Poland Warsaw, Gdansk, Wroclaw & Kraków (Warsaw to Krakow) (2024)

Reviews of fully guided tours in poland.

Everything was outstanding. Coach, Kate (tour guide), all other guides (except one), hotels, meals, itineraries, driver, sights, tours. Two issues. Our Auschwitz tour guide had a very, very pronounced accent and spoke very quickly making it difficult to understand him. Extremely knowledgeable but needs to slow down his speech. Loved that every tour guide throughout the country was a "local". The other issue was that the optional tours available were charged in Euros and not Polish money. Other than those "minor issues" the tour was truly outstanding, interesting, educational and fun!
Poland was an amazing country. The people are resilient and welcoming. The itinerary was packed and it might be nice to have a few late mornings. All local experts were knowledgeable, approachable and honest about their country. We were surprised initially that the tour had 40 people, we anticipated “ small group” to mean 10 - 15, however we have made several new friends.
The tour allowed me to see a good part of Poland. The pace was good.

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The best guided and escorted tours in Poland. We currently offer 38 Poland escorted and guided trips supported by 13 customer reviews. Guided tours can be a great way to discover Poland as it is safer and more informative as you receive much local insight from your guide. An escorted trip might be more expensive so if you’re on a tight budget we encourage you to also check our guided group tours to Poland as they are often cheaper.

38 guided tours in Poland

Highlights Of Poland Tour

  • Starts Warsaw, Poland
  • Ends Krakow, Poland

Highlights of Poland

  • Best price guaranteed
  • No booking fees
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Cultural, religious and historic sites & Train tours Cultural, religious and historic sites , Train tours & Art and architecture 'data-more-tripid='17295'>+1 more
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Train, Bus & Minibus
  • Age Range 16-95 yrs
  • Operated in English
  • Apr 06 Only 7 seats left
  • May 18 Only 8 seats left
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Best Of Poland Tour

  • Ends Warsaw, Poland

Best of Poland

  • Tour Type Group Tour
  • Activities City sightseeing & Local culture City sightseeing , Local culture , Cultural, religious and historic sites & Art and architecture 'data-more-tripid='21329'>+2 more
  • Accommodation Hotel & Resort
  • Transport Coach
  • Age Range 5-99 yrs
  • Brochure Price: US$ 2,550
  • Special Deal (10%): - US$ 264
  • Total Price from: US$ 2,286
  • Apr 13 10+ seats left
  • May 11 10+ seats left

Highlights Of Poland Tour

  • Starts Krakow, Poland
  • Activities Local culture & Cultural, religious and historic sites Local culture , Cultural, religious and historic sites , Art and architecture & Food tours 'data-more-tripid='21233'>+2 more
  • Brochure Price: US$ 3,154
  • Special Deal (14%): - US$ 432
  • Total Price from: US$ 2,722
  • May 10 10+ seats left
  • May 24 10+ seats left

Hiking In The Polish Carpathians Tour

Hiking in the Polish Carpathians

  • Activities Trekking and Hiking & Active and outdoor
  • Accommodation Hotel, Hut & Resort
  • Transport Boat & Bus
  • Brochure Price: US$ 1,710
  • Special Deal (20%): - US$ 340
  • Total Price from: US$ 1,370
  • Jun 01 Only 8 seats left
  • Jun 15 Only 7 seats left

Highlights Of Southern Poland Tour

Highlights of Southern Poland

  • Activities Cultural, religious and historic sites & Art and architecture
  • Transport Bus, Private Vehicle & Train
  • Age Range 15-99 yrs
  • Brochure Price: US$ 1,730
  • Special Deal (15%): - US$ 260
  • Total Price from: US$ 1,470
  • Jun 02 Only 6 seats left
  • Jun 16 Only 7 seats left

Discovering Poland Warsaw, Gdansk, Wroclaw & Kraków Tour

Discovering Poland Warsaw, Gdansk, Wroclaw & Kraków

  • Activities City sightseeing
  • Accommodation Resort & Hotel
  • Transport Boat, Train & Bus
  • Age Range 1-95 yrs
  • Brochure Price: US$ 2,599
  • Special Deal (8%): - US$ 200
  • Total Price from: US$ 2,399
  • Jun 22 10+ seats left

Central Europe: Castles, Culture & Capitals Tour

  • Starts Prague, Czech Republic
  • Ends Budapest, Hungary

Central Europe: Castles, Culture & Capitals

  • Activities Cultural, religious and historic sites & Trekking and Hiking
  • Transport Boat, Bus & Minibus
  • Jun 08 Only 6 seats left

Krakow To Budapest Adventure Tour

Krakow to Budapest Adventure

  • Activities Rafting & Active and outdoor Rafting , Active and outdoor & Cultural, religious and historic sites 'data-more-tripid='17173'>+1 more
  • Transport Train, Bus & Boat
  • May 05 Only 1 seat left
  • Jul 21 Only 6 seats left

Highlights Of Poland - 7 Days Tour

  • Ends Gdansk, Poland

Highlights of Poland - 7 Days

  • Activities Explorer
  • Transport Train
  • Age Range 18-80 yrs
  • Brochure Price: US$ 1,395
  • Special Deal (20%): - US$ 279
  • Total Price from: US$ 1,116
  • Jun 18 Only 8 seats left
  • Jul 16 Only 8 seats left

Highlights Of Eastern Europe Tour

  • Ends Prague, Czech Republic

Highlights of Eastern Europe

  • Activities Cultural, religious and historic sites & Walking tours Cultural, religious and historic sites , Walking tours , Beer and drinks tasting & Mountains 'data-more-tripid='17172'>+2 more
  • Jul 21 Only 4 seats left

Classic Baltics Tour

  • Starts Gdansk, Poland
  • Ends Tallinn, Estonia

Classic Baltics

  • Activities Sightseeing Tours & Art and architecture Sightseeing Tours , Art and architecture , Cultural, religious and historic sites & Local culture 'data-more-tripid='5693'>+2 more
  • Transport Ferry, Bus, Private Vehicle, Train & Minibus
  • Brochure Price: US$ 1,970
  • Special Deal (15%): - US$ 296
  • Total Price from: US$ 1,674
  • Jun 16 Only 8 seats left
  • Jun 30 Only 7 seats left

Harmony Of Central Europe Tour

Harmony of Central Europe

  • Activities Luxury & Cultural, religious and historic sites Luxury , Cultural, religious and historic sites , Wine tasting tours & Art and architecture 'data-more-tripid='21099'>+2 more
  • Accommodation Hotel & Luxury Hotel
  • Transport Coach & Private Vehicle
  • May 21 10+ seats left
  • Jun 04 10+ seats left

Helsinki To Warsaw Tour

  • Starts Helsinki, Finland

Helsinki to Warsaw

  • Activities City sightseeing & Cultural, religious and historic sites
  • Transport Coach & Ferry
  • Age Range 10-99 yrs
  • Brochure Price: US$ 1,845
  • Special Deal (24%): - US$ 440
  • Total Price from: US$ 1,405
  • Jun 19 Only 5 seats left
  • Jul 10 Only 6 seats left

Poland And Baltic Discovery - 13 Days Tour

Poland and Baltic Discovery - 13 days

  • Activities Natural landmarks sightseeing
  • Brochure Price: US$ 2,485
  • Special Deal (20%): - US$ 497
  • Total Price from: US$ 1,988
  • May 28 Only 8 seats left

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trekker standing on top of the mountain in Tatras Mountains, Poland, on a sunny cloudless day

Scenic, historic and surprisingly cheap – Poland should feature on every traveller's list.

The heart of Poland is in a town’s rynek – the central market square where locals converge and travellers can take the temperature of this   European   gem. Beyond city limits, it’s a country blessed by Mother Nature; of forest and lakes, snow-capped peaks and rolling hills changing colour with each season. There’s a melting pot of traditional cuisines, hearty and heartfelt food that is being reinvented for a new audience. Wander through Poland’s living history: cultural Krakow, maritime mecca Gdansk and the post-war rebuilt capital of Warsaw. Every adventure here is distinct, but one thing remains the same – this under-discovered nation that’s eager to be explored.

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Poland at a glance

Capital city.

Warsaw (population approximately 1.75 million)

Approximately 38.5 million

(GMT+01:00) Sarajevo, Skopje, Warsaw, Zagreb

CALLING CODE

Electricity.

Type C (European 2-pin) Type E (French 2-pin, female earth)

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Culture and customs.

Despite Poland’s turbulent political and wartime past, traditional Polish culture and customs thrive throughout the country. More than three quarters of Poles are Roman Catholics – almost half of whom are regular church attendees. There’s still a Jewish influence, including buildings and symbolism, here too. Many of Poland’s public holidays follow the Roman Catholic calendar, and Christmas and Easter are big festive celebrations.

On important occasions – including folk festivals, weddings, religious holidays – traditional folk costumes called stroje ludowe are worn, The costumes represent different regions of Poland, with colourful fabrics, patterns and decorations.

Some of Poland’s customs and traditions are a little bit unusual, so if you find yourself near a burning effigy on the first day of spring or struck by a water balloon around Easter, don’t worry, it’s all part of bonding with the locals.

Much of Poland’s culture is reflected in its architecture, so a walk along the cobbled streets of Krakow or Warsaw will reveal both history and local charm at building-level.

Top 5 heritage spots of Krakow

  • Collegium Maius This 15th-century building, the oldest in Jagiellonian University, has hosted such famous students as revolutionary astronomer Copernicus and spiritual leader Pope John Paul II. A visit here is an object lesson in art, science, history and architecture.
  • Wawel Cathedral Over a thousand years old, this imposing edifice is where Pope John Paul II conducted his first Mass. If that's not impressive enough, add a crypt holding the bodies of some of Poland's most influential leaders and public figures, and you've got one of Poland's most interesting buildings.
  • Wawel Royal Castle Sitting on the edge of the Vistula River, this remarkable Gothic-style building acted as a home for Poland's royal family centuries ago. Featuring a valuable collection of historic paintings, tapestries and murals, this is a top spot to delve into European treasures and classic architecture.
  • Remuh Synagogue While this small, elegant synagogue may not be the grandest in scale or design, its historic value is unquestionable. Founded in 1553, it remains a place of worship for the local community and a place of pilgrimage for the world's Jewish people.
  • Cloth Hall Krakow's Renaissance-style Cloth Hall is a splendid building with a retail heritage. Once used as trading post for textiles and cloth in the 14th century, nowadays the building houses shops, cafes and a museum. Visit the city's Main Square at night to see this historic piece of architecture lit up.

History and government

Polan to poland.

During the Early Middle Ages, pre-Slavic settlers made their way to what was then East Germania, prospering during the Iron Age. However, it was the Western Polans who dominated the region from the fifth to eighth centuries and gave Poland its name.

Making friends, and losing them

The first Polish state was established in the late 10th century AD, and in 1025 the Kingdom of Poland was founded. In the 13th century, tensions between pagan Prussians and the central powers saw German knights dominate northern Poland and construct fortress strongholds, including the epic castle at Malbork.

Peace was restored, and in 1569 this region became the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. At the time, it was one of the largest countries in Europe. The 18th century saw this relationship weaken, so an effort was made to reform, but it was too little, too late. Poland was already being invaded from all sides by Russia. Poland continued to exist as a political and cultural community, despite Russian efforts to supress education and commerce. Although no Polish states existed from the 1790s until 1918, strong resistance movements operated.

Stuck in the firing line

In the 20th century, Poland was forced into battle with occupying forces. Central Powers (Austria-Hungary, Germany and Prussia) and Russia (plus Western Allies) fought World War I, with conflicts occurring on Polish soil. Since no Polish state existed, no one was fighting for Poland – they were conscripted by both sides and fought one another. An estimated one million Poles lost their lives, but amid this loss, Poland regained independence and began to rebuild. The Treaty of Versailles in 1919 awarded Poland the western part of Prussia.

A nonaggression pact between Germany and the Soviet Union was signed in August 1939, but little did Poland know that this also contained protocol to split the Polish state in two. Weeks later, World War II began with a massive German invasion of Poland. Hitler’s policy was to eradicate Poland, with almost three million Jews and one million Poles perishing in German extermination camps.

The War changed dramatically in June 1941 when Hitler attacked the Soviet Union and Soviet leader Joseph Stalin turning to Poland for help. The Soviet army moved westward, and with Hitler’s defeat at Stalingrad in 1943, the war was all but over. Poland lay in ruins, with six million people, or 20% of the pre-war population losing their lives. The Polish Jewish community declined from three million to less than 90,000. Soviet control continued in Poland, with new borders established and a government set up in 1945. Soon after Stalin died in 1953, the ‘Sovietisation’ of Poland weakened until it was almost non-existent. Traditional Polish values began to be revived.

Power to the people

During the second half of the 20th century, dissatisfied with living and working conditions in the country, Polish workers began to organise and unite. Industrial action, including strikes, led to the formation of a national trade union movement called Solidarity who pushed for workers’ rights and democratic governance. But it took until 1989 for semi-free elections to be held in Poland, when Solidarity succeeded in controlling the Senat (upper house). Communism began to collapse, and in January 1990, Poland’s political system was reformed with a return to territorial self-governance. Political instability followed, but in 1997, an alliance of Solidarity-linked political parties formed a coalition, putting an end to communist rule.

Today, Poland still finds itself in testing times politically and economically, with nationalist voices louder than ever. But the nation has been shaped into a peaceful and resilient nation by the toughest of situations.

Eating and drinking

Poland’s cuisine is a unique blend of influences from its neighbours, regional traditions and times of flourishing trade followed by years of restricted imports. Varied and versatile, it certainly is. Be sure to offer a ‘na zdrowie’ when raising a glass and wish everyone ‘smacznego’ – the Polish ‘bon appetit’ – before tucking into your food.

Here are some hearty essentials to keep a look out for when travelling around Poland.

  • Pierogi What’s a country without its version of a dumpling? Pierogi are found all across Central and Eastern Europe, but many assert Poland is the birthplace of this interpretation. These meat, potato, onion and cheese-filled morsels will warm you up on even the coldest of Krakow evenings.
  • Bigos Bigos is a stew of mixed chopped meat, sauerkraut and fresh cabbage, other vegetables and spices all together in a large cast iron pan. Known as hunter’s stew, it originated in Medieval times and is as hearty as it gets.
  • Rosol This one’s a Polish staple, the most popular version of which is a comforting chicken noodle soup, not just an antidote for the common cold but also for the dreaded (and also common – see number 10 on this list!) hangover. The meat is slowly cooked in a classic clear broth before thin noodles, sliced vegetables and a garnish of herbs are added.
  • Barszcz czerwony Poland may have a convoluted name for it, but their version of borscht is simply delicious. It’s a sour soup with a vibrant purple colour, coming from its key ingredient – beetroot. Traditionally served on Christmas Eve, it’s probably wise not to wear white while you slurp a bowl of it up.
  • Kanapki Take out a ‘k’ and you’ve nearly got the word canape. Funny that, because these open sandwiches resemble that bite-sized evening snack, but aren’t always that bite-sized. Poles have an open sandwich obsession, so they’re an option for every meal, usually with a bottom layer of pate or spread, topped with meat or pickled vegetables and boiled egg slices to top it off.
  • Kopytka Europeans know what’s up with food, and definitely know how to prepare a potato. Kopytka is a Polish take on Italian gnocchi, and is often sautéed in a pan for a crispy outer layer, then sprinkled with fried onions and bacon bits.
  • Golabki Another European dish Poland has added its own twist to is the saucy golabki. It’s the Polish name for cabbage leaves wrapped around a filling of minced pork or beef, plus onions and rice (or barley). They’re a special occasion food, often served at Christmas and weddings, but we reckon they’re good enough to have all year round.
  • Paczki It’s not a fun cuisine if there isn’t a doughnut thrown into the mix. Paczki is a fried, round dough covered with icing sugar or dried orange zest or glazed, with sweet fillings including jam, cream and custard. If they’re not filled and are ring-shaped, these Polish delights are known as oponki.
  • Sernik Poland’s version of a cheesecake is a simple dessert made with a dry-curd ‘farmer’s’ cheese (similar to cottage cheese or quark), and usually without a bottom layer of biscuit. It’s baked for around an hour and comes out set but still moist, to be enjoyed with a dollop of plum jam and cream. A modern version using American-style cream cheese is referred to as Sernik Philadelphia!
  • Beer This is mainly a food list, but it’s hard to leave this beverage off. Beer is abundant in Poland, with around a hundred craft breweries producing distinctive brews, and they’re usually dirt cheap. The most popular varieties are pilsners, pale ales and porters, and the top brands to look out for are Zywiec, Okocim and Tyskie. Pair a local ale with a plate of pierogi.

Geography and environment

Located in Central Europe, Poland shares borders with   Germany ,   Czech Republic ,   Slovakia ,   Ukraine ,   Belarus ,   Lithuania , and   Russia  (Kaliningrad). Poland also has a stretch of coastline along the Baltic Sea, featuring two natural harbours. The coastal regions are marked by dunes and lakes, while the north and central parts of Poland have lowlands and plains, interrupted by rivers and valleys. Segments of the Carpathian Mountains mark the south-east part of the country, while the Tatra Mountains act as a natural border between Poland and Slovakia.

Around 90 per cent of the country sits less than 300 metres above sea level, but the south has mountains that bring with them relatively cold winters. The northern reaches of Poland are graced with sandy beaches stretching out to the Baltic Sea, as well as the Masurian Lakes District – an area with over 2000 lakes dotted through dense forest. Storks, eagles, bison and wolves are all found in the 23 national parks around Poland, and much of the flora and fauna in the country is under natural protection.

From local wares and crafts in town ryneks to global brands in malls dotted around the cities, Poland’s got all the shopping you need. The main places to shop in Krakow are Shevska, Florianskaya and Grodskaya streets. In Warsaw, Plac Trzech Krzyzy (Three Crosses Square), Mokotowska Street and the Old Town all offer a wide range of places to shop.

In recent years, Poland has implemented a restriction on Sunday shopping trading on almost all stores for all but seven Sundays in the year (exceptions are those which fall before Easter and Christmas periods). There are also some exceptions for certain types of stores and those located in airports and train stations. Keeping this in mind is important when considering travel plans in Poland, as you may not be able to find what you’re looking for if travelling on a Sunday.

As with most countries, Poland adds a goods and services tax to many of its products. Poland’s VAT (PTU in Polish) is calculated at 23%, 8% or 5% depending on the type of product, and is normally included in the marked price.

Festivals and events

Alongside the major religious and cultural celebrations in Poland, this Central European nation gets together and celebrates in a whole range of ways. And some of them are pretty unusual.

Drowning of Marzanna

Marzanna is the Slavic goddess associated with death and rebirth. Traditionally, in early spring (around Easter), a straw effigy of Marzanna is ritually burned and ‘drowned’ as an offering to ward off death (aka winter) and welcome in the new season. These days, Marzanna is carried past every house in a village and dipped in each puddle or stream she passes. Superstitions still persist with Marzanna: if you touch the effigy once it’s in the water, your hand will wither; looking back at the drowning effigy when walking home may cause an illness; and stumbling or falling may lead to a relative’s death in the next year.

Smigus-dyngus

Traditionally held on Easter Monday in Poland, Smigus-dyngus – roughly translated as ‘Wet Monday’ – involves boys throwing water at girls, using water balloons, pistols or buckets. In return, girls provide a ‘ransom’ of painted eggs, or pisanki, which brings good fortune and harvests. In reality, it’s a big water fight with everyone getting involved.

Calling all higher education students: this festival is for you. Juwenalia is an annual holiday for students that takes place before summer exams in May or June, celebrating three days of no lectures. The tradition started in the 15th century in Krakow, but now most universities in Poland organise their own Juwenalia, usually with some type of music festival attached to it.

Also known as the Midsummer Solstice festival, this event held annually in Krakow involves telling fortunes, floating handmade wreaths, jumping over bonfires and burning herbs. Wianki began as a Slavic fertility festival honouring the goddess of harvest and love – Kupala – but when Christianity came to Poland, efforts were made to ‘christianise’ the pagan rites and rebrand the holiday as St John’s Eve. Despite this, Wianki celebrations today are pretty similar to traditional summer solstice festivities.

St Dominic’s Fair

Started in 1260, this outdoor festival in Gdansk has become one of Europe’s biggest open-air trade and cultural festivals. From mid-July to mid-August, the fair hosts 20 days of markets, music and theatre, Kashubian food, a strongman competition and a fireworks display at the closing ceremony. All the ingredients for a Polish spectacular.

Further reading

For inspiring stories to prepare you for your Poland adventure, check out these books:

  • Push Not the River   – James Conroyd Martin
  • The Pianist   – Wladyslaw Szpilman
  • The Beautiful Mrs Seidenman   – Andrzej Szczypiorski
  • No Greater Ally   – Kenneth K. Koskodan
  • The Diary of Mary Berg: Growing up in the Warsaw Ghetto   – Mary Berg
  • House of Day, House of Night   – Olga Tokarczuk
  • Chasing the King of Hearts   – Hanna Krall

Poland travel FAQs

Do i need a covid-19 vaccine to join an intrepid trip.

Trips from 1 January 2023 onwards

From 1 January 2023, Intrepid will no longer require travellers to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 (excluding all Polar trips and select adventure cruises).

However, we continue to strongly recommend that all Intrepid travellers and leaders get vaccinated to protect themselves and others.

Specific proof of testing or vaccination may still be required by your destination or airline. Please ensure you check travel and entry requirements carefully.

When is the best time to visit Poland?

Poland offers travellers different experiences depending on the season, so pack sensibly and choose your adventure.

Late June to August offers the warmest temperatures and long days but tourist numbers are high, the heat can sometimes be quite intense, and thunderstorms are surprisingly common in the mountainous areas.

The shoulder season of April-May is a great time to visit Poland – long hours of sunlight, cooler temperatures and spring flowers in full bloom. The autumn months of September and October offer beautiful scenery, leaves changing colour and average temperatures around 12°C during the day.

If snow sports are your thing, head to southern Poland, particularly Zakopane, in late December and early January for a winter wonderland and mountain resorts in full swing. Poland is a charming place to visit in Christmas, with winter markets, decorations along the city streets, outdoor nativity scenes and carollers singing at night.

Do I need a visa to travel to Poland?

Generally, you will not need a visa to travel to Poland for a period of up to 90 days. Citizens of Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada, Japan and many other countries can spend 90 days in the wider Schengen area, including Poland and other countries in the EU. EU citizens can travel around the Schengen area indefinitely.

Other nationalities should check with their local Polish embassy or on the   Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs website .

Visas are the responsibility of the individual traveller. Entry requirements can change at any time, so it's important that you check for the latest information. Please visit the relevant consular website of the country or countries you’re visiting for detailed and up-to-date visa information specific to your nationality. Check the Essential Trip Information section of your tour itinerary for more information.

Is tipping customary in Poland?

While not mandatory, a tip of around 10–15% is considered a polite recognition of good service in Polish restaurants and cafes. Tipping service workers in high-end establishments such as luxury hotels is also encouraged.

At smaller establishments or when taking a taxi it’s acceptable to round up to the nearest PLN 5 or 10.

What is the internet access like in Poland?

Poland is very well connected – most hotels, hostels and some public spaces offer wi-fi (pronounced ‘vee-fee’), usually free of charge but sometimes for a small fee. Many bars, cafes and restaurants also offer wi-fi, so keep a look out for the international symbol for wi-fi.

Major cities like Warsaw have many wi-fi hotspots and cyber cafes to choose from, while rural areas will generally have less reliable options to get online.

Can I use my mobile/cellphone while in Poland?

Mobile phone coverage is generally very good in Poland. Poland uses the GSM 900/1800 system, which is the same as Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Mobile networks are usually not compatible with cellphones from North America or Japan; however, if you’ve got a multiband GSM system, it should work.

If your mobile phone is unlocked, your cheapest option to call and text on the go is probably with a local SIM card. These can be picked up from a phone shop, which are located all throughout the country. This is also likely the cheapest option for a mobile data plan in Poland.

If you wish to use your current SIM and phone plan in Poland, ensure global roaming is activated before you arrive, and be sure to check in with your service provider for costs, as often this can be extremely expensive.

What are the toilets like in Poland?

Flushable toilets are the standard in Poland, although public toilets are quite scarce. Public toilets are labelled with ‘dla panow’ or ‘meski’ and a downward-pointing triangle symbol for men, and ‘dla pan’ or ‘damski’ and a circle symbol for women.

Expect to pay a small fee when visiting public toilets (around PLN 2) and carry small denominations with you, as change is often not available.

What will it cost for a…?

Poland’s unit of currency is the zloty (PLN). Prices here are approximate and shown in US dollars for ease of comparison.

  • A bottle of beer = USD 1.30–2.60
  • Cup of coffee in a cafe = USD 1.30–2.60
  • Simple lunch at a cafe = USD 4–7
  • Dinner at a nice restaurant = USD 13–26

Can I drink the water in Poland?

Tap water is considered safe to drink in Poland unless marked otherwise.

For environmental reasons, try to avoid buying bottled water. Fill a reusable water bottle or canteen with filtered water instead.

Are credit cards widely accepted in Poland?

Major credit cards are widely accepted by stores and hotels in Poland. Smaller cafes and shops may not accept credit cards, so ensure you carry enough cash to cover minor purchases. It’s also a good idea to carry small change to make tipping easier and to cover public toilet charges.

What is ATM access like in Poland?

ATMs that accept international cards are common in Poland, so finding one won't be a problem in most towns and cities. Our tip is to go for internationally recognised banks and avoid ATMs labelled ‘Euronet’, as these often give a much poorer rate of exchange than other banks’ machines.

What is the weather like in Poland?

Poland’s climate is mostly temperate, with some slight weather differences between the oceanic north and the landlocked south. July is Poland’s hottest month, averaging around 22°C throughout the country, with some temperatures rising to the mid-30s Celsius, especially in Lower Silesia (southwest Poland).

Winters are often drier than summer, and range between -6°C and 1°C, with the northeast of the country near the borders with   Belarus  and   Lithuania  experiencing the coldest temperatures. Snow can be found around Poland in the depths of winter, usually in January.

What public holidays are celebrated in Poland?

  • 1 January   Nowy Rok (New Year's Day)
  • 6 January   Epiphany (Three Kings’ Day)
  • March/April   Easter Sunday
  • March/April   Easter Monday
  • 1 May   Labour Day (State Holiday)
  • 3 May   Swieto Trzeciego Maja (Constitution Day)
  • 11 November   Narodowe Swieto Niepodleglosci (Independence Day)
  • 25 December   Christmas Day
  • 26 December   St Stephen’s Day (Second Day of Christmas)

For a current list of public holidays in Poland, including the movable dates above and other religious holidays, go to   worldtravelguide.net

Is Poland safe for LGBTQIA+ travellers?

Homosexuality is legal in Poland, and in major cities like Warsaw and Krakow there is generally a liberal attitude towards LGBTQIA+ communities. That being said, the wider LGBTQIA+ scene in Poland is fairly discreet. Warsaw and Krakow are the best places to experience Poland’s gay scene, with a small number of bars and clubs dotted around the city. The seaside resort city of Sopot also has a number of gay bars and clubs. Same-sex marriage is not officially recognised in Poland.

Recently, with the rise of the ruling far-right Law & Justice (PiS) party in the Polish political system, anti-LGBTQIA+ sentiments in Poland have grown. Many Polish residents hold conservative and religious views, which are reflected in much of the current political discourse. While in most contexts there’s equality of legal rights for all residents regardless of sexuality or gender identity, there are still no protections against discrimination in education and health, hate crimes and hate speech.

Around 30 symbolic ‘LGBT-free’ zones have been declared in the south-eastern reaches of the country, and although unenforceable, these zones are said to represent a move to stigmatise and exclude LGBTQIA+ residents in rural parts of Poland.

For more detailed and up-to-date advice, we recommend visiting   Equaldex   or   ILGA   before you travel.

If you are travelling solo on an Intrepid group tour, you will share accommodation with a passenger of the same gender as per your passport information. If you don’t identify with the gender assigned on your passport, please let us know at time of booking and we’ll arrange the rooming configuration accordingly. A single supplement is available on some tours for travellers who do not wish to share a room.

Is Poland accessible for travellers with disabilities?

As Poland has many medieval towns and cobbled lanes, travellers with mobility issues may find travelling difficult, but doable. Newer buildings are designed with accessibility in mind, and many popular older buildings are retrofitted with ramps, lifts and wider entrances. Poland’s public transport system is designed to accommodate wheelchairs.

Intrepid is committed to making travel widely accessible, regardless of ability or disability. That’s why we do our best to help as many people see the world as possible, regardless of any physical or mental limitations they might have. We’re always happy to talk to travellers with disabilities and see if we can help guide them towards the most suitable itinerary for their needs and where possible, make reasonable adjustments to our itineraries.

If you do live with a visual, hearing or other impairment, let your booking agent or group leader know early on so they’re aware and suitable arrangements can be made. As a general rule, knowing some common words in the local language, carrying a written itinerary with you and taking to the streets in a group, rather than solo, can help make your travel experience the best it can be.

What to wear in Poland

What you should wear in Poland will depend on what season you decide to travel. Poland’s mild climate and distinct seasons make it a little bit easier to know what to wear, so check out the weather in advance to get an idea of what to pack.

In summer, be sure to stay cool with looser clothing and some short sleeve t-shirts and shorts, plus a light sweater or jacket for cooler evenings. In winter (as well as the shoulder seasons), pack some extra warmth, long pants and wind-breaking outer layers. If you’re travelling to Poland in snow season, pack thermal layers and insulated jackets. Gloves (or mittens) and a beanie will also come in handy.

Depending on the adventure you’re after, you’re likely to do a lot of walking, so a pair of sturdy walking shoes is a must. You might also like to pack a smaller backpack or satchel to use as a day pack when travelling around Krakow or Warsaw.

Do I need to purchase travel insurance before travelling?

Absolutely. All passengers travelling with Intrepid are required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their trip. Your travel insurance details will be recorded by your leader on the first day of the trip. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.

For more information on insurance, please go to: Travel Insurance

How do I stay safe and healthy while travelling?

Intrepid takes the health and safety of its travellers seriously and takes every measure to ensure that trips are safe, fun and enjoyable for everyone. We recommend that all travellers check with their government or national travel advisory organisation for the latest information before departure:

From Australia?

Go to: Smart Traveller

From Canada?

Go to:  Canada Travel Information

From the UK?

Go to:  UK Foreign Travel Advice

From New Zealand?

Go to:  Safe Travel

From the US?

Go to:  US Department of State

The World Health Organisation also provides useful health information.

Does my trip support The Intrepid Foundation?

Yes, all Intrepid trips support the Intrepid Foundation. Trips to this country directly support our global Intrepid Foundation partners Eden Reforestation Projects and World Bicycle Relief. Intrepid will double the impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.

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Eden Reforestation Projects are helping to mitigate climate change by restoring forests worldwide; they also hire locally and create job opportunities within vulnerable communities. Donations from our trips support restoration across planting sites in 10 countries around the globe. Find out more or make a donation World Bicycle Relief

World Bicycle Relief provides people in low-income communities with bicycles to mobilise school kids, health workers, and farmers in far-out areas – giving them access to vital education, healthcare, and income. Donations help provide Buffalo Bicycles – specifically designed to withstand the rugged terrain and harsh environment of rural regions – to those who need them most. Find out more or make a donation

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1. Auschwitz and Birkenau Fully Guided Tour from Krakow

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Sex and Silence: What This Awards Season Tells Us About Hollywood

Whether it’s the return of steamy scenes or the lack of political speeches, the road to the Oscars holds a lot of clues about the state of the industry.

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Franz Rogowski​ appears naked as he leans his face close to that of Adèle Exarchopoulos​, who’s lying beneath him and caressing his jaw.

By Kyle Buchanan

We’re heading into the final stretch of this awards season, but you needn’t wait until the Oscars on March 10 to begin drawing conclusions about what’s transpired.

To me, awards season has always offered a useful opportunity to take the film industry’s temperature. What can be gleaned about Hollywood’s current state from the movies and moments that have factored into this year’s race? Here are a few of the telling trends I’ve noticed so far.

Prestige cinema has become less chaste.

One of the first films I watched last year was “ Passages ,” a bisexual love-triangle drama that features one of the most bracing sex scenes I’ve ever seen in a movie. That encounter between two men (played by Ben Whishaw and Franz Rogowski) is revealing not simply because the actors strip down to so little, but because over the course of this surprisingly lengthy and explicit scene, we come to know so much more about the characters from the power dynamics they negotiate while making love.

Though I assumed “Passages” would be an anomaly, 2023 proved to be a sexually forthright movie year, producing a crop of awards contenders more interested in the joys of sex than any recent season I can remember. Emma Stone spent much of “Poor Things” on an uninhibited journey of desire, convening with a series of men in a way that surely tested the boundaries of the movie’s R rating. In “All of Us Strangers,” the sexual chemistry between Andrew Scott and Paul Mescal was so potent that I felt myself blushing. Even the director Christopher Nolan broke with convention, filming the first sex scenes of his career for “Oppenheimer.”

If there had been a chill in the air while Hollywood learned how to navigate the new inclusion of intimacy coordinators on set, that’s gone now: Movie stars and prestige filmmakers are once again game for the sort of sex scenes that had lately been consigned to premium television. When I spoke with the “Poor Things” director Yorgos Lanthimos in November, he sounded hopeful that attitudes had changed.

“Sex in movies, or nudity — I just never understood the prudishness around it,” Lanthimos said. “It always drives me mad how liberal people are about violence and how they allow minors to experience it in any way, and then we’re so prudish about sexuality.”

Still, there’s been a backlash to some of these sequences, such as social-media posts criticizing the sex and nudity in “Oppenheimer” as superfluous. Some have suggested that movies should abstain from such scenes entirely.

“It’s a strange discourse,” the “All of Us Strangers” director Andrew Haigh told me. “I understand that nobody needs exploitative sex, but sex is so fundamental in our existence that if you don’t see it on the screen, you’re essentially saying you don’t want films to reflect life. And if you don’t depict it there, where will we be seeing representations of sex? Just porn, basically.”

Haigh, who also directed “Weekend” and many episodes of the HBO series “Looking,” is no stranger to sex scenes. While conceiving each one, Haigh asks himself a series of questions: “If it’s the first time they’re with each other, who’s wanting what? What is someone resisting, and what are they connecting over?”

In that way, a love scene can prove as instrumental to plot and character as any other scene, Haigh argued.

“We don’t need bad sex scenes,” he said. “That’s what we don’t need.”

Biopics are retooling in the era of #MeToo.

There may be no film that awards voters are more partial to than a biographical drama about a Great Man of History. This season has a surplus of them, including “Maestro,” “Ferrari” and “Oppenheimer,” and the latter is such a well-executed example of the form that it’s almost certain to win the best picture Oscar.

Still, something feels a little different this time. In past movies of this ilk, the Great Man’s philandering was often minimized or ignored entirely, and you’d have to head to Wikipedia to learn what a louse he had been to the steadfast spouse by his side. The new crop of biopics puts those foibles front and center, mining the conflict that can arise with a vigor that rivals the Great Man’s ambitious pursuits.

In “ Maestro ,” the director-star Bradley Cooper appears more interested in the family life of Leonard Bernstein than in the composer’s storied career, charting the cumulative impact that Bernstein’s affairs with men had on his wife, Felicia Montealegre (Carey Mulligan). “ Oppenheimer ” posits that the pioneering physicist’s extramarital affair with Jean Tatlock (Florence Pugh) led directly to his political persecution.

And the opening of “ Ferrari ” forgoes gleaming automobiles in favor of what seems like a scene of domestic bliss, as the titular automaker (Adam Driver) spends one dawn attending to his son and the boy’s mother. It takes only a beat for the film to reveal that Ferrari is with a secret second family that he has kept hidden for years from his wife, Laura (Penélope Cruz).

What accounts for all the significance accorded to affairs? After #MeToo exposed and deposed powerful men across every industry, perhaps it feels dated to portray a significant historical figure without taking a warts-and-all approach. At least it gives the actresses in these biopics more to do, even if some of these scenes begin to blend together: You now know to expect a blowout argument about the mistress, or a moment when the spurned wife summons everything she’s got and comes to her estranged husband’s defense.

Only “Priscilla” flipped the script entirely, telling the whole story from the suffering spouse’s point of view. Its writer-director, Sofia Coppola , took what would normally be a subplot and made it the film’s logline, focusing on Elvis Presley’s wife, Priscilla, as she struggles with her husband’s plentiful affairs and domineering attitude. Maybe that hints at the next evolution of the awards-friendly biopic: Behind every Great Man, there’s a woman worthy of her own movie.

During acceptance speeches, one big thing is left unsaid.

In the first scene of “Anatomy of a Fall,” the novelist played by Sandra Hüller tries to give an interview from her home but is continuously derailed by the loud music her husband blasts from the attic. Attempting to keep her composure, she jokes about the noise to her interviewer and tries to press on. Still, the music blares, defiant and impossible to ignore.

That sequence couldn’t help but come to mind during a disruption at Sunday’s Independent Spirit Awards, which were held in a big tent by the beach in Santa Monica, Calif. Halfway through the ceremony, a loud chant began just outside the tent, where a pair of protesters with a bullhorn played a recording that called for a cease-fire in Gaza.

People involved with the Indie Spirits appeared unsure how to address the protest chant, which continued until the end of the show and could be heard from the stage and on the ceremony’s YouTube livestream. Jim Gaffigan, a presenter, was rattled when the disruption began, losing his train of thought; later, the comedian Jimmy O. Yang likened it to being heckled. Most of the presenters and winners ignored the protest entirely, though the chant underscored their every word.

Outside, a shuttle bus was dispatched to drive in front of the protesters in a feeble effort to block the noise. When I went to investigate, a crowd of indie-film insiders had also gathered, observing the protesters as they paced on the other side of the event barricades. “The irony,” said one onlooker, “is that most of the people in that tent agree with them.”

If it’s true that a cease-fire is desired by Hollywood’s typically outspoken creative class, you wouldn’t know it from listening to their speeches this awards season. After two years in which the war in Ukraine was acknowledged at nearly every awards show, the conflict between Israel and Hamas has gone unmentioned at most ceremonies. “It’s too fraught,” a studio executive told me after the Independent Spirit Awards protest. “People are worried about their careers.”

Cognitive dissonance is always required when global atrocities happen during a glamorous awards season. There’s even a best picture nominee about that kind of selective thinking: “The Zone of Interest,” in which a well-off Nazi couple exult in their good fortune while living next door to the Auschwitz concentration camp. Accepting one of three BAFTA awards for the film earlier this month in London, the producer James Wilson acknowledged those blinders, becoming one of the few artists this season to mention the current situation directly.

“A friend wrote me after seeing the film the other day that he couldn’t stop thinking about the walls we construct in our lives which we choose not to look behind,” Wilson said in his speech. “Those walls aren’t new, from before or during or since the Holocaust, and it seems stark right now that we should care about innocent people being killed in Gaza or Yemen in the same way we think about innocent people being killed in Mariupol or in Israel. Thank you for recognizing a film that asks us to think in those spaces.”

Though some may think an awards show is no place for a political speech, a great movie is capable of no less than changing the way we see the world; because of that, the act of filmmaking can’t help but be political. I’m sure that executives at ABC, the network broadcasting the Oscars, would prefer that participants stay silent about these issues, fearing audience backlash or tune-out. But if “The Zone of Interest” wins the international-film Oscar next month, as most pundits believe it will, I wonder what we’ll hear.

Kyle Buchanan is a pop culture reporter and serves as The Projectionist , the awards season columnist for The Times. He is the author of “Blood, Sweat & Chrome: The Wild and True Story of Mad Max: Fury Road.” More about Kyle Buchanan

The Run-Up to the 2024 Oscars

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