In the footsteps of John Paul II – sanctuaries of southern Poland

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Tour program

Day 1
Arrival to the Krakow airport, where our tour guide meets you. Then a visit the sanctuary in Krakow – Łagiewniki, famous with sister Faustina and her grave. Visit the Shrine of Jesus. Dinner and overnight stay in hotel.

Day 2
Breakfast, guided tour of Krakow: the Main Market, St. Mary’s Basilica and historical trade pavilions of the Cloth Hall, the Royal Route, Collegium Maius, Wawel Hill with its renaissance Royal Castle and Cathedral (the seat of Cardinal Karol Wojtyla before he became Pope John Paul II). Dinner in the restaurant on Old City, overnight.

Day 3
Breakfast. Departure to Ludzmierz. Visit the oldest Parish and church (founded in 13th century) in Podhale region. Sanctuary visited by John Paul II in 1979 during his first visit in Poland as a Pope. Departure to Zakopane. City tour with visiting sanctuary of The God’s Mather of Fatima and wooden Jaszczurówka Chapel. Dinner and overnight.

Day 4
Breakfast. Departure to Kalwaria Zebrzydowska, the most important pilgrimage centre in Małopolska Region. Walk along the Via Dolorosa, built in 17th century by Zebrzydowska Family and visit Bernardine Church. Departure to Wadowice, birthplace of John Paul II. Visit his former home – a Museum nowadays, and a parish church. Departute to Auschwitz. Visit the former Nazi German concentration camp Auschwitz-Birkenau, where St Maxymilian Kolbe and St Edith died. Dinner and overnight.

Day 5
Breakfast. Departure to Częstochowa. Visit to Jasna Góra – Czestochowa monastery the most important place for Polish Catholicism. The tour includes the Paulinian’ s Hill, the Treasury and the Chapel with the famous icon of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Dinner in Czestochowa, transfer to Krakow. Dinner and night at hotel in Krakow.

Day 6
Breakfast and transfer to the Krakow airport.

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star rating  Our group of 5 had a tour of Poland individualized for us, to experience our heritage, religion, history and culture. Everything was so well organized and friendly. We... read more

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2023-10-10

star rating  What an amazing adventure! Grzegorz, Witek and Robert did such an fabulous job arranging everything on our tour. From pick up and drop off at the Airports, to making sure... read more

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2018-08-03

star rating  We were delighted that Grzegorz Bartecki was able to put together an exceptional two day tour to find and visit my husband's grandfathers birthplace in Lutotow. The two day tour... read more

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2022-07-08

star rating  Best. Vacation. Ever. My 76 year old dad and I just returned from this beautiful country. I can say, hands down, the trip far exceeded our expectations. ... read more

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2018-08-04

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Details

Hotels

Accommodation at 3* selected hotels in a double, twin bed rooms with private bathroom,

Transport

Transfer by a comfortable car, van or minibus.

Min. persons per tour:

1

Duration

6 days

Included in the tour:

  • transfer by a luxury bus,
  • accommodation at 3* selected hotels in a double, twin bed rooms with private bathroom,
  • 5 breakfasts and 5 dinners,
  • service of our professional tour guide,
  • all local guides services in Krakow, Zakopane, Auschwitz and Częstochowa,
  • entry tickets,
  • VAT and local taxes.

Not included in the tour:

  • your lunches,
  • possible tips for our tour guide / driver and local guides.

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