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Kingdom of Poland
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Move back in time to the heart of multicultural old Poland.
11 – day tour through the historical Kingdom of Poland and other parts of 19th century Poland occupied by Russia (today’s Central and Eastern Poland and Lithuania).
Embark on an journey through the lands of the former Kingdom of Poland and Lithuania, where multicultural history, picturesque landscapes, and remarkable sites await. During this 11-day tour, you’ll experience the rich diversity of regions—from the vibrant capital of Warsaw to the serene Podlasie, from Lithuania’s Vilnius to the charming Kazimierz Dolny.
Our adventure begins in Warsaw, where you’ll explore Wilanów, the royal residence, and the POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews, showcasing centuries of shared heritage. We’ll then travel to Tykocin, a delightful town boasting one of Poland’s most beautiful synagogues, and take a scenic boat cruise on the Narew River.
Nature lovers will enjoy the Białowieża Forest which is a rare gem—a remnant of Europe’s last ancient temperate forest. It’s said to be part of a vast woodland that once covered much of the European Plain. In Roztocze National Park, you’ll also get to see the unique Polish Konik horses, and you’ll be amazed by the beautiful landscapes around Zwierzyniec and Zamość, a charming Renaissance town.
In Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania, you’ll visit the famous Gate of Dawn and the nearby picturesque Trakai Castle, situated on an island. Returning to Poland, we’ll uncover the Tatar heritage of Podlasie, including the oldest wooden mosque in Kruszyniany, and savor traditional Tatar cuisine.
You will see remote villages where time has stopped, old noble manor houses and palaces, and the renaissance architecture of Zamość, Kazimierz Dolny, and Lublin, along with the wild forest reserve filled with Bison and other Central European mammals. Together, we will experience the delicious, local, regional cuisine, and fully experience real Polish hospitality.
Before heading back to Warsaw, we’ll conclude our tour in Kazimierz Dolny, a town beloved by artists, where a stroll through its historic market square and along the banks of the Vistula River promises relaxation.
You will visit the romantic borderlands of Henryk Sienkiewicz novels, Adam Mickiewicz’s Lithuania, described in his “Sir Thaddeus”, and on to Chopin’s beloved Polish landscapes. We will help you to understand the twists and turns of history, such as the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, the Russian partition of Poland and the dramatic fate of the Polish people during World War II.
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Tour Itinerary
Explore our day-by-day journey through Poland's most captivating destinations. Each day is thoughtfully crafted to provide an immersive cultural experience.
You can add individual days or single attractions to your journey from here, mix them with other inspirations, and reorder everything to taste.
Day 1: Warsaw – Arrival and Welcome
Your adventure begins in Warsaw. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by our guide, who will introduce you to the city’s main attractions.
Day 2: Warsaw - The Capital of a Multicultural Kingdom
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Today you will explore historic Warsaw’s Old Town, painstakingly rebuilt after World War II. This remarkable reconstruction showcases nearly eight centuries of history, from the 13th to the 20th century, earning its place on the UNESCO World Heritage List. After that travel to Royal Łazienki Park, the city’s largest park. Originally transformed in the 18th century by King Stanisław August into a stunning setting of palaces, villas, and monuments, it now serves as a vibrant public space for art, culture, and relaxation.
Then, visit POLIN, one of the most innovative museums in Europe, which tells the thousand-year history of Jews in Poland.
Places you'll visit
Warsaw Old Town
The Old Town was rebuilt during the early years of the Polish People's Republic - a period of Soviet occupation that lasted until 1989. The Old Town was completely destroyed, but using pre-war photographs and engravings, its medieval layout and Baroque architecture were faithfully restored.
Łazienki Royal Park
Łazienki Royal Park is one of the most beautiful parks in Warsaw. Created in the 18th century at the request of King Stanisław August Poniatowski.
POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews
The POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews tells the story of one thousand years of Jewish life in Poland. It stands in Warsaw’s former Jewish district, on the site of the Warsaw Ghetto, where during the German occupation Jews were imprisoned and later deported to extermination camps during the Second World War.
Day 3: The Charm of Small Towns and Rural Landscapes
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We leave behind busy Warsaw and head to the peaceful town of Tykocin in Podlasie. Here, we’ll visit one of Poland’s oldest synagogues and enjoy a relaxing boat ride on the Narew River, surrounded by beautiful scenery. Tykocin, one of the region’s oldest towns, was once home to Polish and Lithuanian kings in medieval times.
Places you'll visit
Tykocin Synagogue
The synagogue in Tykocin is one of the best preserved Baroque synagogues in Poland. It was built in 1642, during a time when Tykocin was an important town in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth and home to a large Jewish community.
Boat Ride on the Narew River
A boat ride on the Narew is a slow journey through wetlands, meadows, and quiet villages. Instead of large cities or monuments, the landscape is dominated by open water, reeds, and birdlife. It is one of the best places in Poland to observe traditional river landscapes that have changed very little over time.
Day 4: Vilnius - a city between the East and West
Today, we’ll take a break from Poland and head to Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania, where you’ll spend the next two days.
Vilnius, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is home to one of the largest Old Towns in Europe - three times the size of Kraków’s! This vibrant city has long been a cultural hub, cherished by Poles, Lithuanians, Belarusians, and Russians alike. With its rich Jewish heritage, Napoleon once called it the “Jerusalem of the North.”
On our guided tour, we’ll explore Vilnius through a Polish lens, visiting iconic landmarks like the “Gate of Dawn” (Ostra Brama) and Giedymin Castle, where stunning views of the town and Wilejka River await.
Day 5: Trakai, a town built on water, and Karaites minority
In the morning, we’ll continue discovering Vilnius and its fascinating history. Later, we’ll head to Trakai to admire its beautiful island castle, surrounded by the waters of Lake Galvė.
Trakai is unique for its rich mix of cultures, as it was built and shaped by people from various nationalities, including Tatars, Lithuanians, Russians, Jews, and Poles. You’ll also hear the fascinating story of the Trakai Karaites, a small community brought here from Crimea in the 14th century after battles with the Golden Horde.
Day 6: Podlasie region: Orthodox culture and exotic world of the Tatars
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We’ll leave Vilnius and head back to Poland, stopping for a short break along the way.
Once we cross the border, we’ll visit the Orthodox Monastery in Supraśl, founded in the 16th century. Over time, it became an important center of Orthodox culture, known for its large library and connections to other key sites like the Kiev Lavra and Mount Athos Monastery.
In the afternoon, we’ll visit Kruszyniany to see Poland’s oldest wooden Tatar mosque. Known as a cultural melting pot, this village is where three religions - Catholicism, Islam, and Orthodoxy - have long come together.
Places you'll visit
Orthodox Monastery in Supraśl
The Orthodox Monastery of the Annunciation in Supraśl was founded at the end of the 15th century and quickly became one of the most important centers of Orthodox Christianity in the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth.
Kruszyniany Tatar Mosque
The wooden mosque in the village of Kruszyniany is one of the oldest Muslim places of worship in Poland. It was built in the 18th century by Lipka Tatars, a Muslim community that had settled in the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth centuries earlier and served in the Polish military.
Day 7: The Wild Nature of Białowieża Forest
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Today, you’ll get a chance to experience the wild beauty of the Białowieża Forest. In the morning, we’ll look for bison, which sometimes wander right into the village. Later, we’ll visit Hajnówka to see the European bison up close at the Show Reserve in Białowieża National Park.
There will be also some time to take a rest and relax in the hotel’s swimming pool and wellness centre.
Places you'll visit
Białowieża Forest
Białowieża Forest is one of the last remaining fragments of the primeval forests that once covered much of Europe. For centuries the forest was protected as a royal hunting ground by Polish kings and later by Russian tsars when the region was under imperial rule.
Day 8: Lublin - Gateway to the East
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On our way to Lublin, we’ll stop at Kozłówka to visit the stunning Zamoyski family residence. Once in Lublin, we’ll explore the charming Old Town, filled with historic landmarks and picturesque alleys.
For centuries, Lublin thrived as a multicultural hub, attracting people from all over - Poles, Russians, Jews, Germans, Scots, Italians, French, Hungarians, and Armenians - thanks to its location at the crossroads of major trade routes and its renowned fairs.
In the afternoon, we’ll take a guided tour of Lublin’s Old Town, including the impressive Lublin Castle and its Holy Trinity Chapel, famous for its beautiful Byzantine frescoes. We’ll round off the day with a taste of local cuisine at a cozy restaurant in the main square.
Places you'll visit
Kozłówka Palace (Zamoyski Residence)
The palace in Kozłówka was built in the 18th century and later became the residence of the aristocratic Zamoyski family, one of the most influential noble families in Poland.
Lublin Old Town
Lublin’s Old Town reflects the city’s long history as an important political and commercial center in eastern Poland. The city gained particular importance in 1569 when the Union of Lublin was signed here, creating the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth.
Lublin Castle
Lublin Castle stands on a hill at the edge of the Old Town and has been an important political and administrative center since the Middle Ages. The original fortress was built in the 12th century to protect the eastern borders of the Polish state.
Day 9: Roztocze - Natural Beauty and Renaissance Architecture
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We’ll take you to explore the beauty of rural Poland and the Roztocze National Park, where you’ll see Polish Pony breeding and the untouched wild forest in Florianka. Next, we’ll visit the charming town of Zwierzyniec, known for its picturesque chapel on the water, and finish the day in the Renaissance town of Zamość.
Places you'll visit
Roztocze National Park
Roztocze National Park protects a landscape of gentle hills, forests, and river valleys in southeastern Poland. The region historically formed a natural border between different cultural and political spheres of Central and Eastern Europe.
Day 10: Kazimierz Dolny, the town of artists
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On our final day, we’ll visit Kazimierz Dolny, a beautiful little town on the banks of the Wisła River. Known for its charm, it has drawn artists, actors, and summer visitors since the 19th century.
In the afternoon, we’ll head back to Warsaw to explore the Wilanów Palace a baroque royal residence, property of Jan III Sobieski, one of the last great kings of Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth.
Places you'll visit
Kazimierz Dolny
Kazimierz Dolny is one of the most picturesque towns in Poland, located on the banks of the Vistula River. During the 16th and 17th centuries the town prospered as an important trading port where grain from the interior of the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth was shipped down the river toward the Baltic Sea.
Wilanów Palace
Wilanów Palace was built at the end of the 17th century for King Jan III Sobieski, the Polish ruler famous for his victory over the Ottoman army at the Battle of Vienna in 1683.
Day 11: The departure day
After breakfast, it’s time to say goodbye and transport you to the airport. We wish you a safe journey home and hope the memories of this trip stay with you for years to come!
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