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Classic Poland by Rail

Poland by rail from Krakow to Warsaw, 10 days, includes Auschwitz and Gdansk

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Classic Poland by Rail is a 10-day guided holiday operated by Marvellous Escapes, combining flights from the UK with rail travel and three-city accommodation from Krakow to Warsaw. The journey blends cultural discovery and rail travel, starting in Krakow where you visit the Wieliczka Salt Mine and take a guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau, then a day trip to Zakopane in the Tatra Mountains. You then travel by rail through the Polish countryside to Gdansk, a coastal city where guided tours explore the Old Town and a private excursion visits Malbork Castle, once the Teutonic Knights' headquarters. The tour concludes in Warsaw with a guided city tour covering the Old Town, Royal Castle, Łazienki Park, and the POLIN Museum. With four nights in Krakow, three in Gdansk, and two in Warsaw, plus breakfast daily, this package suits history lovers and those who prefer guided cultural experiences with comfortable hotel stays.

What to know before you look closer

  • The from-price of GBP 2,149 covers the package and flights; current availability and final pricing depend on your travel dates.
  • The tour is tailor-made; confirm the exact hotel properties, single-room availability, and meal arrangements with Marvellous Escapes before booking.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Krakow

    Krakow

    Fly from London to Krakow. After checking into your hotel, the rest of the day is free to explore.

  2. Day 2overnight: Krakow

    Krakow

    Guided visit to the remarkable Wieliczka Salt Mine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site outside Kraków, including St. Kinga's Chapel. Return to Kraków for a free afternoon.

  3. Day 3overnight: Krakow

    Krakow

    Guided group excursion to Auschwitz-Birkenau, exploring both Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau. Return to Kraków for a free afternoon.

  4. Day 4overnight: Krakow

    Krakow

    Full-day excursion to Zakopane, a mountain resort at the foot of the Tatra Mountains, with time to explore Krupówki Street and optional cable car for panoramic views.

  5. Day 5railovernight: Gdansk

    Gdansk

    Travel by rail from Krakow to Gdańsk through the Polish countryside. Transfer to your hotel with the rest of the day at leisure.

  6. Day 6overnight: Gdansk

    Gdansk

    Guided walking tour of Gdańsk's Old Town, including the Long Market, Neptune's Fountain and St. Mary's Church.

  7. Day 7overnight: Gdansk

    Gdansk

    Private excursion to the UNESCO-listed Malbork Castle, once headquarters of the Teutonic Knights.

  8. Day 8railovernight: Warsaw

    Warsaw

    Travel by rail from Gdańsk to Warsaw. Transfer to your hotel with the rest of the day at leisure.

  9. Day 9overnight: Warsaw

    Warsaw

    Guided city tour of Warsaw, taking in the Old Town, Royal Castle, Łazienki Park, the POLIN Museum and views across the Vistula River.

  10. Day 10

    Return home

    After breakfast, private transfer from your hotel to Warsaw Airport for your return flight to the UK.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2Descend into the Wieliczka Salt Mine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and visit St. Kinga's Chapel carved entirely from salt.
  • Day 3Guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau, exploring both Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau.
  • Day 4Day trip to Zakopane at the foot of the Tatra Mountains, with optional cable car for panoramic views.
  • Day 5Travel by rail from Krakow to Gdansk through the Polish countryside.
  • Day 7Private excursion to Malbork Castle, once the headquarters of the Teutonic Knights.

Included

  • 4-nights hotel accommodation in Krakow with breakfast included
  • 3-nights hotel accommodation in Gdansk with breakfast included
  • 2-nights hotel accommodation in Warsaw with breakfast included
  • Flights from UK to Krakow and return from Warsaw
  • Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour
  • Day trip to Zakopane
  • Private tour to Malbork Castle
  • Group tour to Auschwitz-Birkenau

Questions travellers ask

Is the train travel included?
Yes. Marvellous Escapes includes rail travel from Krakow to Gdansk and Gdansk to Warsaw, plus flights from the UK to Krakow and return from Warsaw.
Is the tour escorted or independent?
It is escorted. The package includes guided tours of Auschwitz-Birkenau, Wieliczka Salt Mine, Gdansk's Old Town, and Warsaw, as well as private excursions to Malbork Castle and Zakopane.
What hotels are included?
Four nights in Krakow, three nights in Gdansk, and two nights in Warsaw, all with breakfast included. Specific properties are not named in the itinerary.
How many days does the trip last?
Ten days and nine nights, from Day 1 (arrival in Krakow) to Day 10 (return flight from Warsaw).
How much walking is involved?
Daily guided walking tours through old towns, castle exploration, and visits to museums. Some days include optional activities like a cable car ride in Zakopane.

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