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Poland

9th - 15th May 2009

 

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Of all the Eastern European countries, Poland was perhaps the most resistant to communist rule. During that era, there were many small family-run farms on small acreages. Today some of these remain, along with many large modern privatised farm estates. Located in central Europe, the country is characterised by lowland plains, which constitute the agricultural heartland, but it also has extensive mountain chains, freshwater lakes and forests.

Our tour starts with three nights in the superb city of Krakow, a highlight for any traveller to Poland. Journey into the agriculturally advanced area of Poznan, and conclude the tour in Warsaw, the nation’s capital. As a recently acceded EU member, this dynamic and interesting country is well worth a visit to see what its future role in Europe may be, in addition to enjoying its unique historical attractions and countryside.
 

The Itinerary


Saturday 9th May
Depart from Luton Airport for your flight to Poland. On arrival meet your tour manager and board your private coach for the journey to Krakow. On arrival check in to your hotel. The rest of the day at leisure.

Dinner tonight in the hotel restaurant.

Overnight: KRACOW (BD)

Sunday 10th May
This morning there will be a guided tour of Kracow. Kracow stands on the banks of the River Vistula, in the wooded foothills of the Tatra mountains, it still retains its charming medieval air, having largely escaped damage during the Second World War. The tour will include the famous University, the Rynek Glowny, one of Europe’s grandest squares and St Mary's Church.

The afternoon will be free for independent sightseeing. Alternatively there will be an optional visit to the 700 year old Wieliczka Salt Mine, an unforgettable three miles of underground chambers, caves, chapels and statues all sculptured from salt.

Tonight enjoy a Polish folklore dinner at a local restaurant.

Overnight: KRACOW (BD)

Monday 11th May
This monring we visit the Auschwitz Memorial and Museum, the site of the WWII concentration camp for a guided tour.

This afternoon there will be an excursion into the countryside surrounding Krakow. Included will be some visits to some family operated farms. Privately owned small-scale farms with a mix of livestock and arable are typical of this region

Lunch today will be included on one of the farms.

This evening is free for independent dining.

Overnight: KRACOW (BL)

Tuesday 12th May
Depart your hotel this morning and continue your journey to Wroclaw, with a panoramic sightseeing tour of the city on arrival.  Wroclaw, the capital of Lower Silesia, is one of the oldest and most beautiful cities in Poland. Situated at the foot of the Sudety Moutains, on the Odra River, it is cut through by its numerous tributaries and canals, creating a city of 12 islands and 112 bridges. It also possesses a fine market square rivalling that of Kracow. There will also be some free time for independent sightseeing and shopping.

Dinner tonight at the hotel

Overnight: WROCLAW (BD)

Wednesday 13th May
Depart hotel this morning for a visit to the former state farm of Rogalin, which produces grain, rape-seed and milk. Included in the visit will be a horse and carriage ride to visit the fields. Lunch will be included on the farm. 

Afterwards continue your journey to Poznan one of Poland’s largest cities with over half a million inhabitants. Located by the Warta River, it is an important historical  commercial and agricultural centre. On arrival there will be an orientation tour of the city including the impressive gothic cathedral and the Old Market Square with its Renaissance merchant houses and imposing Town Hall.

Overnight: POZNAN (BL)

Thursday 14th May
Depart from hotel for Warsaw via Kutno. Arrive for visit to a privately owned mixed farm with dairy and beef cattle, also with 120 hectares of arable land on which they grow wheat barley and oil seed rape.

Afterwards continue journey to Warsaw. Poland’s capital city was largely destroyed during WWII, but in the years that followed the historical centre was painstakingly restored and the Old Town appears now much as it did before the war.

Farewell dinner tonight.

Overnight: Hotel Grand: WARSAW (BD)

Friday 15th May
This morning there will be a half-day panoramic sightseeing tour of Warsaw including the Old Town, the tragic Warsaw Ghetto, the Wilanow Palace and the Chopin Monument.

Later this afternoon re-assemble for transfer to airport and return flight to UK

Flight arrives at Luton airport later this afternoon. (B)

End of Tour

Tour Cost

Price per person

Twin/Double

£780.00

Single Supplement

£175.00

Cost Includes

  • Return international flights
  • 6 nights hotel accommodation (3 or 4 star)
  • Breakfast daily,  2 lunches and 4 dinners
  • Coach transport Wawel Castle, Krakow Cathedral, Auschwitz Memorial, Wilanow Palace 
  • Entrances to Guided tours of Krakow, Wroclaw and Warsaw
  • Services of a professional English speaking tour guide throughout
  • Porterage of 1 piece of luggage per person

How to Book

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