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The site is also very well known as Jasna Gora – where the sanctuary together with Pauline Monastery is located. There is the famous, miraculous icon of the Black Madonna of Czestochowa together with a special book kept in the monastery of Jasna Gora, where many miracles that have occurred before the Miraculous Icon had been listed. During your visit in the sanctuary you will see the main Basilica, the chapel where the Holy Icon of Our Lady is placed, the Way of the Cross of Jasna Gora, the treasury and the 600th Anniversary of Jasna Gora Museum. You will also have time for prayer and/or for lunch at ‘the pilgrim-house’. The Sanctuary of Jasna Gora was among the favourite destinations of John Paul II. Every year it is visited by a few millions of pilgrims and tourists from Poland, Europe and from all over the world – be one of them.

Krakow is one of Poland’s most visited cities, and it can be tricky to find a place to relax and escape the crowds. With this tour, enjoy a transfer to the small village of Chocholow in the Polish countryside, so you can visit its thermal bath complex. Once inside, choose from steam rooms, baths, saunas, outside pools, and plenty of areas to lay down and unwind.

During the tour to the Salt Mine in Bochnia, you will have an oportunity to visit slightly less popular historic mine than Wieliczka, although equally interesting and absolutely worth seeing. Some of the sites you will see / experience: - most beautiful and impressive excavation sites located underground on level IV August (176 m) and VI Sienkiewicz (223 m) - Examples of the underground chambers with the unique shapes and genealogical layout - Wazyn Chamber – the largest chamber located 250 below earth, used contemporarily for inhalation and leisure stays - Crude chapels with splendid statues and paintings Exposition of mining tools and equipment that was used ages ago World’s only Underground Multimedia Exhibition – a time travel from the Middle Ages to present day - Train ride 200 m below ground level - Time for shopping in the Bochnia Salt Mine’s underground souvenir store

Take our electric car - city tour and explore the charm and beauty of the Royal City. Feel a unique atmosphere of the Polish capital of history, culture and art. You can see all the main attractions of Krakow in just two hours accompanied by our professional pre-recorded audio guide. During this tour you will explore the Old Town of our beautiful city and Kazimierz - former Jewish District. You will enter the town through the medieval St Florian’s Gate that has always been the main gateway leading to the city. You will see the Main Market Square with the Cloth Hall and a majestic, twin-spired St Mary’s Church listening to the unique sound of the famous Krakow’s trumpet call. Driving down the former Royal Route, passing dozens of medieval townhouses and churches you will reach the Wawel Hill – the former residence of Polish kings with the Royal Castle and the Cathedral. After visiting Kazimierz, we will take you to the Schindler’s Factory on a self-guided tour, that last 1,5h.

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site, the Wieliczka Salt Mines, where you can explore the magic of the underground city: underground saline lakes and salty chapels. The underground escapade changes to a trip into the past where you will see preserved historical machines, tools, salt sculptures and artworks. Wieliczka was the only mining facility that had been continuously active for 700 years - resulting in a huge underground kingdom with 240 kilometres of galleries and 2,350 chambers, reaching the depth of 327 metres - a massive feat of human effort and ingenuity. The microclimate of the Salt chambers and crystal-clear fresh air make breathing easier and aids lung problems so a visit in the Salt Mine is the perfect way to keep our body healthy.

The cobbled streets in Krakow’s medieval Old Town and the Jewish quarter of Kazimierz mean that there are lots of areas that bus tours can’t access, however, this electric car tour is an excellent solution. Enjoy an eco-friendly mode of transport that allows you to tick off lots of key sites in a day, including the Cloth Hall, St Mary’s Church, Wawel Castle, Tempel Synagogue, and the Heroes of the Ghetto Square.

Explore the intricate details of Wawel Cathedral, an architectural masterpiece containing the tombs of Polish kings and national heroes. Delve into the stories behind the Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque elements that decorate this historic treasure. Stroll through Krakow's Old Town, immerse yourself in its medieval charm and discover the heart of the city at the bustling Main Square. The tour includes a visit to the famous St. Mary's Basilica located on the Main Square, where the stunning altar of Veit Stoss captivates with its intricate woodcarving and artistic craftsmanship. The tour will end at the Underground Market Square Museum, which is located on the site of former archaeological excavations under the Main Square. Immerse yourself in exhibits that reveal hidden layers of Krakow's history. From medieval market stalls to archaeological wonders, the museum provides a fascinating insight into the city's evolution over the centuries.

Take a look at the royal city from the deck of a modern catamaran, embarking on a short panoramic cruise on the Vistula River. A heated deck and comfortable leather sofas will make you feel at home even on cold days. On warmer days, we invite you to the upper platform to enjoy the beautiful views while spending time outdoors. Then, follow the footsteps of Jewish cultural monuments in Krakow in a comfortable, eco-friendly golf cart. See authentic monuments in the Kazimierz district and the ghetto that existed during the war in the Podgórze district, and learn more about it. Finally, with an experienced guide enter the Schindler's Factory Museum - one of the most popular museums in Krakow. Although it is related to the name of a German entrepreneur who saved many Jews by employing them in his elmalia factory, the main topic of visiting the museum is the fate of Krakow and its inhabitants during the Nazi occupation.

An ideal proposition for visiting Krakow for a short time, who still want to see as much as possible. On a par with the monuments of the Old Town and Wawel, the infamous Nazi extermination camp in Oświęcim and the salt mine in Wieliczka in Krakow are part of the "must-see" canon and attract millions of tourists from all over the world. Take a one-day guided tour of the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum and admire the underground wonders of nature and the work of human hands in Wieliczka. Save time for further sightseeing of Krakow or a blissful rest as you see fit.

Explore one of the most interesting and newer districts of Krakow - Nowa Huta with a local guide. Capture the communist spirit of this district first on a vintage car tour such as Fiat, Lada, Uaz (or other depending on the size of the group) that will allow you to take in the grandeur of the socialist builders. Learn how this area was planned as a utopian city. We also recommend extending this experience with a drive to Nowa Huta from the Old Town to see the difference in the urban landscape. Get an interesting lesson on the history of Nowa Huta and see typical examples of socialist realist architecture as you explore them. Visit the Church of the Lord's Ark built by locals against the will of the regime. Visit the building of the former administration of the steelworks, often called the palace, and go down to the underground Cold War shelter built as part of the preparations for World War III, which is reminded of by the monument with a tank on a pedestal...

Hear the untold story of Auschwitz Subcamps – a part of the camp that has not been included in the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum. Visit Juden Rampe, a gate where new prisoners arrived, Potatoes and Cabbage Warehouse that use to provide alimentary products for Auschwitz camp, SS Canteen – a silent witness of SS officers daily life and much more. The sub-camps of Auschwitz bear painful witness to human cruelty and suffering, and visiting them is not only a journey through history but also an opportunity for reflection on the past and an understanding of the importance of combating hatred and intolerance. It is worth noting that visiting the sub-camps of Auschwitz is possible only with our company. We provide comprehensive care and professional guidance so that you can safely and fully understand the significance of these places. Join our group to explore history and commemorate the victims of the Holocaust together.