Cultural & Historical Tour: Berlin, Warsaw & Krakow
This immersive 11-day journey through Berlin, Warsaw, and Krakow combines history, culture, and professional engagement. Explore Berlin’s Cold War landmarks, Warsaw’s Old Town, and Krakow’s poignant history, including a visit to Auschwitz. Engage in insightful seminars, experience the Wieliczka Salt Mine, and unravel Jewish heritage at the POLIN Museum. With guided tours, free exploration days, and enriching discussions, this itinerary offers a perfect balance of learning, reflection, and discovery across three of Europe’s most historically significant cities.
Itinerary
Upon arrival at Berlin Airport (TXL), you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in. After settling in, take some time to freshen up and relax. In the late afternoon, a Welcome Event will be organized to greet all guests. Dinner at the hotel is available as a supplement. Overnight stay in Berlin.
After breakfast, depart for a half-day guided city tour of Berlin, exploring key historical landmarks such as Checkpoint Charlie, the Berlin Wall, Brandenburg Gate, the Holocaust Memorial, Berlin Cathedral, the Reichstag Building, Gendarmenmarkt, and Alexanderplatz. After lunch, participants will attend a three-hour seminar at the hotel, which includes tea, coffee, water, and break intervals. Dinner will be at the hotel. Overnight stay in Berlin.
After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely day to explore Berlin at your own pace. The tour assistant and hotel staff will be available to offer recommendations and assist with any queries. Overnight stay in Berlin.
In the morning, transfer to the airport for the flight from Berlin to Warsaw. Upon arrival, meet your coach and guide for a city tour of Warsaw, covering key sites such as Warsaw Old Town, the Royal Castle (exterior view), Castle Square, Market Place, Sigismund’s Column, and the Presidential Palace. No entrance tickets are included. After the tour, depart by coach for Krakow, where you will check in for an overnight stay. Dinner will be provided.
After breakfast, meet your coach and proceed with your tour assistant to the Emalia Enamel Factory, where an English-speaking guide will take you on an informative tour of the exhibits. After the tour, enjoy some free time for lunch before attending a conference at the hotel, which includes tea and coffee breaks. Dinner will be provided. Overnight stay in Krakow.
After breakfast, meet your coach and transfer to Auschwitz Concentration Camp, a site where thousands of Jews suffered under Nazi rule. A guided tour will provide deep insights into the tragic history of the Holocaust and the impact of Nazi atrocities. Spend a few hours at the site to understand the past and reflect on the history. Overnight stay in Krakow.
After breakfast, enjoy a free day to explore Krakow at your own pace. The tour assistant and hotel staff will be available to offer recommendations on sightseeing and activities. Dinner at the hotel is available as a supplement. Overnight stay in Krakow.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for the flight from Krakow to Warsaw. Upon arrival, an airport assistant will greet you and arrange a transfer for a guided tour of the Wieliczka Salt Mine. Located in southern Poland, this historic salt mine has been in operation since Neolithic times. The guided tour lasts approximately two hours. Lunch will be provided. The evening is free for leisure activities. Overnight stay in Warsaw.
After breakfast, proceed for the final seminar of the trip, a two-hour session followed by lunch at the hotel. In the afternoon, visit the POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews to uncover the complex and tragic history of Jewish heritage in Poland. An audio guide will be provided, allowing for an independent exploration of the museum. Overnight stay in Warsaw.
After breakfast, enjoy a free day in Warsaw for personal exploration. The tour assistant and hotel staff will be available to provide recommendations and assistance. Overnight stay in Warsaw.
After breakfast, check out of the hotel and transfer to Warsaw Airport for the return flight.
Includes/Excludes
This Package Includes
- Accommodation: Stay for 3 nights in Berlin, 4 nights in Krakow, and 3 nights in Warsaw at premium hotels or similar.
- Meals: Includes 3-course meals without drinks at a standard restaurant, with lunch and dinner on Day 2, dinner on Days 4 and 5, lunch on Day 8, and lunch on Day 9.
- Guided Services: Includes airport assistance on arrival and departure, half-day guided tours in Berlin and Warsaw, a guided tour of Auschwitz Concentration Camp, and airport assistance with a guide in Warsaw.
- Entrances & Activities: Includes entry to Oskar Schindler's Factory, Wieliczka Salt Mine with lift access, and POLIN Museum with audio guides.
- Transportation: Transfers and full-day excursions as per the itinerary. No transport is included on free days.
- Meeting: Facilities Meeting space for up to 20 people in a theatre-style setup, equipped with WiFi, a projector, a screen, a flipchart, water, and a coffee break, available from 15:00 to 18:00.
