We offer you an unforgettable Christmas Markets tour to Poland that includes:
- 9 nights in the most beautiful cities in Poland: Warsaw (3 nights), Poznań (1 night), Wroclaw (1 night), Prague (1 night), Polanica-Zdrój (1 night), Kraków (2 nights),
- Visiting 5 Christmas markets in Warsaw, Poznan, Krakow, Wroclaw and Prague; a unique opportunity of making your own baubles during our workshops; lunches and dinners (as per itinerary) where traditional Polish dishes will be served; unique atmosphere of upcoming holidays, and much more..
Duration: 10 days
Fall Edition: x
Winter Edition: Dec 1st – 10th, 2024
Price: 2.850 USD
Total distance: 1,016 miles
Arrival: Warsaw
Departure: Warsaw
DAY 1 – 1 DEC 2024
We meet you at the airport and transfer to a comfortable hotel in the center of Warsaw.
After some rest, we invite you for an introductory walk around the Old Town of Warsaw. We will see the Presidential Palace, Tomb of an Unknown Soldier and walk along the elegant street of Krakowskie Przedmiescie.
We finish the walk at the traditional Polish restaurant where the welcome dinner will be provided.
Overnight: Warsaw, 3* or 4* Hotel in the Center of the town
DAY 2 – 2 DEC 2024
Our day begins in the heart of Warsaw’s Old Town Square. As we wander around the square, we admire the stunning historic architecture of the colorful buildings. Later we’ll make our way to the Christmas market, located just a short walk from the square. The market is filled with the aroma of gingerbread, and mulled wine. Here, we have an opportunity to browse through local Polish handmade crafts and shop for souvenirs while soaking up the festive atmosphere.
Overnight: Warsaw, 3* or 4* Hotel in the Center of the town
DAY 3 – 3 DEC 2024
After breakfast we head to Poznań, one of the first capital cities of Poland. Today Poznań is best known for its renaissance Old Town and Ostrów Tumski. The Old Town is probably the most colorful place in Europe thanks to the facades of the buildings that are like a butterfly’s wings. Ostrów Tumski is an island and the oldest part of the city where a palace of the Piast dynasty was built in the 10th century. In the evening we visit one of the largest christmas markets in Poland.
Overnight: Poznan, 3* or 4* Hotel in the Center of the town
DAY 4 – 4 DEC 2024
In the morning we drive south to the city of Wroclaw, and enjoy the day visitng the most important sites here: the beautiful Old Town with the famous Market Square and an Old City Hall in its center, and the Island of Ostrów Tumski. We find out more about the history of city and its role over the centuries.
As Wroclaw used to be a German city, we finish the sightseeing with a cup of Glühwein at the Christmas market.
Overnight: Wrocław, 3* or 4* Hotel in the Center of the town
DAY 5 – 5 DEC 2024
Today we explore the Ksiaz Castle complex. The history of this place goes back to 13th century. Over the centuries it was rebuilt and expanded. During World War II, the castle was seized by the Nazis and became part of the vast underground Project Riese complex, presumably a projected Führer Headquarter.
In the evening we head to Prague, where after check-in, we take a walk around the Old Town of Czechia’s capital.
Overnight: Prague, 3* or 4* hotel in the Center of the town
DAY 6 – 6 DEC 2024
We start the day exploring Prague. We walk along the famous Golden Street. On our way to the Prague’s Old Town we can admire the Charles Bridge – a famous medieval stone arch bridge. We eat traditional local lunch and then drive back to Poland to the beautiful resort town called Polanica-Zdrój. It is known for its beautiful parks, historic architecture, and natural mineral springs. We will take a sleigh ride around the town known as Kulig and finish the day with a bonfire.
Overnight: Polanica-Zdrój, 3* or 4* hotel in the Center of the town
DAY 7 – 7 DEC 2024
In the morning we drive to the city of ‘kings and dragons’. Kraków, the former capital of Poland, is situated at the foot of the Royal Wawel Castle. This city of medieval roots owns Europe’s largest market square and many historical monuments and churches with magnificent interiors. On our way we will visit the famous Salt Mine Wieliczka.
In the evening you may also enjoy another Christmas Market in Kraków.
Overnight: Kraków, 3* hotel in the Center of the town
DAY 8 – 8 DEC 2024
This day is dedicated to sightseeing of the Royal Wawel Castle. It was built on the hill on the banks of the Vistula River. When Kraków became the capital of Poland in 1138, the Wawel’s Cathedral became the coronation place of the Polish kings and the castle their most important residence. Devastated during the partitions era but was not forgotten by the nation. Today we can admire the whole complex beautifully renovated.
Overnight: Kraków, 3* hotel in the Center of the town
DAY 9 – 9 DEC 2024
After breakfast, we head back to Warsaw. On our way we visit the the bauble factory in Piotrków Trybunalski, where we will participate in the workshop of painting and decorating Christmas tree baubles and learn how the fifty-person crew handcrafts Christmas tree glass balls, from blowing the shape, to decorating, to preparing them for shipment around the world.
In the afternoon, we get to Warsaw and have a farewell dinner together.
Overnight: Warsaw, 3* hotel in the Center of the town
DAY 10 – 10 DEC 2024
Today is our final day in Warsaw. The last moment to get some Polish Christmas gifts that will remind you your amazing time spent in Poland in a charming Christmas atmosphere.
Transfer to the airport and departure from the Chopin Airport in Warsaw.
Overnight: Warsaw, 3* or 4* hotel in the center of the city
Tour Fee and Inclusions/Exclusions:
- 2.850 USD – DOUBLE or TWIN room accommodation
- 500 USD – SINGLE Supplement
Includes:
- Airport transfers in Warsaw on arrival and departure day
- Comfortable air-conditioned transportation in a mini-bus
- English speaking tour leader throughout the itinerary
- 9-night accommodation in TWIN or DBL room at 3- or 4-star hotels with buffet breakfasts
- Entrance fees to tourist attractions and local tour guides, as specified in the itinerary
- 8 large Polish lunches, 1 welcome dinner, 1 farewell dinner