Krakow Discovery - Greatest Hits of the City
Krakow, Poland
From USD 46.54
Office phone number: +48 665 015 665
Krakow Discovery - Greatest Hits of the City
Krakow, Poland
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
Enjoy the highlights of Krakow! Walk with the experienced, licensed guide through the Old City and Kazimierz to see all the icons of the city in a local way.
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Highlights
- Travel back in time to find out why Krakow is called the navel of the world?
- Explore Wawel Hill - a magical place where Royal Castle and Royal Cathedral are the best witnesses of the Polish history and culture
- See the courtyard of the oldest Polish university
- Visit the largest European market square
- Discover the epicenter of Jewish culture
- See where Steven Spielberg filmed the Oscar -winning movie Schindler’s List
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Schedule details
- Duration: 4 Hours
- Meeting point:
2 Bernardynska Street, in front of the entrance to Bernardine Church. Your guide will be wearing or holding something red with the Urban Adventures logo printed on it.
- Starting time: 9.00 AM
- Ending point:
Wolnica Square, Kazimierz district
Language: English
Inclusions: Professional, local, licensed guide
Exclusions: Optional tip for your guide.
Your local guide will meet you at the bottom of the Wawel Hill and within 4 hours will show you all the ‘must-see’ places in the Old Town and Kazimierz district, but from a whole new, local perspective.
At first, we will climb for an extraordinary panoramic views and, after seeing the facade of the Royal Cathedral and the courtyard of the Royal Castle, we will go down the Royal Route up to the Main Market Square. We’ll pass by popular landmarks like the Collegium Maius, Cloth Hall, Town Hall Tower and St. Marry’s Basilica, but you’ll also hear the extraordinary stories and anecdotes behind them all. Forget the historical facts – we’re going to share the secrets from our monarch’s private lives and even let you in on a tale or two about Copernicus, Pope John Paul II and a famous rabbi - Remuh.
After a short break in the very heart of the city, we’ll walk towards Kazimierz, the most local and beloved district of Krakow. This is the former Jewish quarter, where every single home and building has its own fascinating story to tell, a unique neighborhood where the old and new coexist, where art galleries and cafes share equal space with monuments of Jewish culture. This is also the place where portions of Steven Spielberg’s Schindler’s List was filmed.
Our tour will end in the catholic part of Kazimierz in the middle of Wolnica Square. This is a great place to end your experience as you can return to the city center with a 10 minute walk, take a stroll or cruise along the Vistula river, or perhaps grab a local lunch at a spot recommended by your guide.
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Additional information
Inclusions: Professional, local, licensed guide
Exclusions: Optional tip for your guide.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We’ll see you at your hotel for pick up. Please check your hotel details are correct on the voucher. If your details are not correct, it is very important to please email us to confirm your correct pick up hotel using the contact details on the voucher. If you prefer you may also phone the change through to us during business hours.
Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select ‘child’ above when booking.
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Local contact
Office phone number: +48 665 015 665
Email address: info@krakowurbanadventures.com
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