Northern Poland Tour (2025)

Giorno 2

We’ll start the day with a panoramic tour of Warsaw with a local guide. Home to nearly two million people, this political and economic hub of Poland boasts a blend of modern architecture and meticulously restored historic buildings. We’ll stroll through the charming old town, featuring many old buildings, the Royal Palace, and cobbled streets, all restored after their destruction in World War II and now declared a World Heritage Site. We’ll visit the Palace of Culture, a skyscraper gifted by the Soviet Union, reflect on the history of what was once the largest Jewish ghetto in Europe, and wander through Lazienki Park, home to the Chopin Monument.You’ll have free time in the afternoon to visit museums, such as the National Museum and the Warsaw Rising Museum, or to explore the lively city center filled with shops and activities.

Giorno 4

We’ll travel to the region of Greater Poland and reach its capital, Poznan, one of the oldest cities in the country. Its old town features the impressive Market Square, where the Town Hall is surrounded by colorful Renaissance buildings, creating a cheerful and inviting atmosphere. At noon, in this square, you’ll witness the charming 16th-century tradition of two mechanical goats butting heads at the sound of the clock. You’ll have time for lunch and a stroll. We’ll then continue to Toruń, a Gothic walled city with a magnificent historic center, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the birthplace of Copernicus. If you wish, you can visit his museum/home. Afterward, we’ll travel to Gdansk, formerly Danzig, arriving in the late afternoon. Its historic center is charming and full of life. We highly recommend taking an evening stroll to soak in the vibrant atmosphere.

Giorno 5

After breakfast, with our guide and bus, we’ll visit the European Solidarity Center, an immense contemporary building that commemorates the history of the "Solidarity" union, which played a pivotal role in the fall of the Soviet Union, and highlights the monument dedicated to the fallen workers. Afterward, we’ll pass by the Museum of the Second World War (closed on Mondays). Next, we’ll head to nearby Sopot, an elegant seaside resort with a large beach on the Baltic Sea and a lively atmosphere. Its wooden pier, offering stunning views, is one of the longest in Europe. You’ll have time to stroll and enjoy lunch. We’ll then return to Gdansk, where you’ll have free time to explore this magnificent city.