2021 & 2022 Globus Guided Tours - Globus® Vacation Packages

Polish Escape (KCPX)

9 Day Tour from Warsaw to Warsaw

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Discover remarkable culture and history on your guided tour of Poland. Escape for nine days in the affordable and less crowded off season to explore this country rich in proud tradition. Begin in Warsaw—gateway city between East and West—for remarkable sightseeing, from the 14th-century Cathedral of St. John to remnants of the Jewish ghetto. In the University town of Poznań, see the baroque St. Peter and Paul Cathedral and Old Market Square before dining on regional specialties. Learn about the turbulent history of Silesia and its historical capital, Wroclaw. Admire its fine patrician houses during a guided tour and a visit to the Market Square. Stop in Opole, one of Poland’s oldest cities, and continue to Czestochowa. Visit the Jasna Góra Monastery—home to the Black Madonna, venerated as the “Queen of Poland” and the country’s national symbol.

As you travel to Krakow, stop at the Auschwitz and Birkenau concentration camps for a guided tour of the notorious and chilling sites of the Holocaust. The following day, join a guided walk through Krakow’s historic Jewish center in the Kazimierz Quarter to enjoy its cafés, antique shops, and art galleries. Explore the Remuh Synagogue and 14th-century St. Mary’s Church before returning to Warsaw to conclude your off-season travel to Poland with a farewell dinner.

Special Features Included in this Tour:
• Guided sightseeing tour in Warsaw
• Guided sightseeing tour in Poznan features a visit to St. Peter & Paul Cathedral
• Wroclaw guided sightseeing tour
• Visit to Opole
• Guided visit to the Monastery of Jasna Góra in Czestochowa and see the Black Madonna
• Visit the former concentration camps of Auschwitz and Birkenau
• Krakow guided sightseeing tour featuring a visit to Remah Synagogue and St. Mary’s Church


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Escapes: $1,699pp Globus Polish Escape (KCPX) on select 2026 departures*
Save $800 per couple on select 2026 Globus Europe Escapes departures*
Single supplement waived for select 2026/2027 Globus Escapes Europe vacations.*
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 Meals

 Meals & Itinerary

8 Breakfasts, 4 Dinners

 Itinerary

Day 1 ARRIVE IN WARSAW, POLAND

Welcome to Warsaw! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome drink at the hotel.

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Day 2 WARSAW

Royal Ceremonies Enjoy a guided sightseeing tour to get you acquainted with Warsaw, Poland’s capital city. Visit the medieval Stare Miasto (Old Town) and see the Cathedral of St. John. Enjoy free time this afternoon and evening to explore more of the city.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURE & TRADITIONS Explore the historic city of Warsaw where you’ll see the medieval old town and the impressive 14th-century Cathedral of St. John. The Cathedral has witnessed coronations of Polish kings, royal weddings, and funerals throughout Polish history. During World War II it suffered heavy damage as it was in the midst of the Warsaw uprising.

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Day 3 WARSAW–POZNAN

Polish Treasures Depart Warsaw and drive to Poznan, one of Poland’s oldest cities. Follow your Local Guide for a sightseeing tour that includes the city’s main monuments, plus an inside visit to St. Peter & Paul’s Cathedral. This evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURAL GEM The university town of Poznań sits on the Warta River with beautiful Renaissance-style buildings in its Old Market Square. Every day at noon, visitors are amused by the Town Hall clock, featuring mechanical goats who butt heads!

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Day 4 POZNAN–WROCLAW

Legends & Landmarks This morning, drive to the vibrant and colorful city of Wroclaw, beautifully reflected in the waters of the Oder River. Join your Local Guide to learn about the city’s turbulent history and see its main landmarks including Market Square with the elegant townhouses, Gothic Old Town Hall, and astronomical clock.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
LITTLE FOLK While strolling through the streets and squares of Wroclaw, keep an eye out for the local Krasnoludek — miniature, mythological gnomes that are common in many Polish folk tales. While small in stature, these 800 or so unique bronze sculptures are impishly scattered throughout the city as symbols of the 1980s communist resistance.

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Day 5 WROCLAW–OPOLE–CZESTOCHOWA

The Shining Mountain En route to Czestochowa stop in Opole, one of Poland’s oldest towns. Enjoy some free time to browse the historic center, perhaps check out one of the museums, stroll along the streets and squares, and sample local specialties. Arrive in Czestochowa, the most popular pilgrimage site in Poland, and visit the Monastery of Jasna Góra famous for its Black Madonna.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ART & ARCHITECTURE Founded in the 13th century, the city of Czestochowa merged with Jasna Góra (meaning “Shining Mountain”). Here, the beautiful Jasna Góra monastery is a global pilgrimage site, home to stunning frescoes and the famed painting, Our Lady of Czestochowa – also known as the Black Madonna.

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Day 6 CZESTOCHOWA–AUSCHWITZ–KRAKOW

History Lessons Depart Czestochowa and travel to Auschwitz/Birkenau for a moving guided visit of both former concentration camp sites. See the ‘Arbeit Macht Frei’ gates and other haunting reminders of the atrocities that took place here. Later, continue to Krakow.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
NEVER FORGET A visit to Auschwitz and Birkenau is a sobering and moving experience; a chilling reminder of an era in human history we shall never forget. This opportunity to see the sites where so many lives were affected by the cruelty of the Third Reich during WWII is an unforgettable lesson in history and a cautionary tale for the future. In fact, the subject of the Holocaust is a mandatory part of German school curriculum, with almost all students having visited a camp or memorial.

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Day 7 KRAKOW

Heroic Figures Today, meet your Local Guide for the city sightseeing tour which comprises a walking tour of the Kazimierz, the Old Jewish Quarter, visit the Remuh Synagogue and take an orientation drive with a photo stop at Wavel Castle and a visit of St. Mary’s Church. Enjoy a half day at leisure to explore more of Krakow.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURE & TRADITION Since its beginnings in the 7th century, Krakow has been a vital cultural city. The whole of Krakow was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its incredible history and ancient architecture which remained virtually unscathed before its liberation from World War II. Today, you’ll revel in its large market square, vibrant streets, historic sites, and restaurants.

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Day 8 KRAKOW–WARSAW

Return to Warsaw Today, travel back to Warsaw. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure in the city before joining your travel companions this evening for a farewell dinner in the hotel.

ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE of Warsaw this afternoon with time to linger in the center; perhaps take a stroll along the Nowy Świat (New World Street), or admire the local architecture, from the world’s narrowest house (careful you don’t miss it!) to the imposing Soviet-era Palace of Culture and Science with its panoramic observation deck, alternatively, visit a museum or purchase some last minute gifts.

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Day 9 WARSAW

Safe Travels Until We Meet Again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

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 Tour Director

With GLOBUS, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of a Tour Director. We’d like you to meet one of our Tour Directors, who average over a decade of experience and are representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

ANDREJ SCHERGIN

Escorting tours for more than 20 years

“I have not always been a tour director, I worked in a variety of fields until I eventually started escorting weekend tours for fun, I found my true vocation. I love sharing my passion for European cities with my clients, giving them an insider's perspective that they would miss if they travelled on their own. I also love seeing happy smiles on my clients' faces during the whole tour.”

Tour Director - ANDREJ SCHERGIN

 Accommodations

 Optional Excursions

No matter what you’re into: food, wine, history, art, music or anything else, we give you the freedom to personalize your vacation with optional excursions that speak to your interests.

When you book your excursions with us, you can be assured that every optional excursion that we offer coordinates with the free time that you'll have in your destination, so you'll never have conflicts between included and optional activities. Our team of travel experts carefully selects each optional excursion that we offer to ensure that you receive the highest quality at a great value. Our tried-and-true partners have a finger on the pulse of the city in which they operate so they deliver the very best experiences. We offer experiences you cannot create on your own and because you’re booking with us, we coordinate all your transportation and timing needs.

The following optional excursions are examples only for this vacation. These may or may not be offered, and availability is subject to days of operation and seasonality. Please select a departure date to view optional excursions and pricing for a specific date (due to currency fluctuation, pricing shown is subject to change until purchased). Optional excursions are available for purchase on our MyGlobus site 90 days prior to the tour start date.

Price Ranges

$ ($50 CAD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 CAD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 CAD)
$$$$ (Over $150)


Warsaw
Krakow

Warsaw

Wilanów Palace, Poland's Versailles

Wilanów Palace, Poland's Versailles

Enjoy a visit to gorgeous Wilanow Palace known as the Polish Versailles

Price Range: $$

Krakow

World Famous Wieliczka Salt Mine

World Famous Wieliczka Salt Mine

Visit one of Nature's most exciting theme parks: Wieliczka Salt Mine, 12 million years in the making! From underground lakes to chapels made of salt, you won't want to miss this unforgettable experience!

Price Range: $$$

Polish Pierogi Workshop and Tasting

Polish Pierogi Workshop and Tasting

Master the art of preparing Polish dumplings in a Pierogi workshop and tasting.

Price Range: $$$

 Private Touring

Private Touring: Globus European Private Touring enables you to experience all of the attractions, sights and highlights of your selected Globus tour as a private experience - delivered just for you and your traveling party. With Private Touring, you'll have your own dedicated Tour Director, your own private transportation and driver, and your own professional local guides. All with greater flexibility in pace and your experience.

For your selected tour, there will be additional per-person cost for the size of your party - from 1 to 24. This additional supplement is reduced with each traveler you add to your party.

Here's a sample of the additional cost:

6 guests in a party: $2,840*
18 guests in a party: $767*

Contact Globus or your preferred travel agent for pricing for your specific party size as well as any other information on Globus Private Touring.

* Supplement pricing is per person (CA) and will be added to the standard published price for your given departure date and is based on availability. Supplement price is valid for 2020 and 2021 travel years. Occasionally some included and optional activities & excursions may be operated with other guests. Additional restrictions may apply. Not applicable for custom groups. No Group allowances or promotions are available on Private Touring. Published itineraries only. Note that blackout dates may exist where the Private Touring option is not available.



The “Starting at” or listed price is based on the lowest price available to book. Price is per person based on twin occupancy and any applicable port charges, non-commissionable taxes and fees and intra-vacation flight are included in the price shown. Any included overnight stay in Canada, applicable GST/HST is also included in the price shown. International airfare, however, is not included. If price is crossed out, the new price shown includes a limited time promotional offer(s). Please review current promotions or deals for additional information.