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Classic Poland by Rail

Classic Poland by Rail, a rail journey with Marvellous Escapes

Explore Poland by rail from Kraków to Warsaw via Gdańsk. Visit Wieliczka Salt Mine, Zakopane, Malbork Castle, and Warsaw's historic and modern highlights.

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.

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

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