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Top Tour Operators and Travel Agencies in Poland. Below you will find 11 of the best tour operators and travel agencies in Poland offering in total 37 tours and holidays through-out Poland. Combined they have received 15 customer reviews and an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars. The top tour activities offered in Poland are: Sightseeing, attractions, culture and history, Adventure and sport & Food, wine, events and nightlife.

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  • Address 33 Kern Road, Toronto, Canada
  • Response Rate 86%
  • Response Time 1 hour

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  • Address 380 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, Australia
  • Response Time 3 hours

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  • Address 162 Middle Street, Pawtucket, Rhode Island, USA

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  • Address Grange Mills, Weir Road, London, England
  • Response Rate 85%

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  • Address 3 Shortlands, 4th floor, Office 19, Hammersmith, England
  • Response Rate 88%

Explore

  • Address Nelson House, 55-59 Victoria Rd, Farnborough, England
  • Response Rate 96%

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  • Response Rate 60%

Utracks

  • Address 1B Osiers Road, Wandsworth, London, England

Contiki

  • Address 38-51 Bedford Way, London, England

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  • Address c/ Garcia de Paredes Nº 55 1ª Planta, Madrid, Spain

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  • Address 10 Merryweather Place, London, England

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Cracow

Polish Travel Agency ITS presents Krakow - ancient seat of Polish kings and the most ‘Polish’ in character among the biggest agglomerations in the country. Well known for its science and cultural significance. Cracow is also proud owner of the biggest market square in Europe, being a magnet for tourists from all around the world. It is a gate for full of wonders tourist regions of Tatra and Pieniny Mountains and various UNESCO monuments Wieliczka Salt Mine, Srebrna Góra Silver Mine and Auschwitz Museum just to name a few.

Gdansk

The biggest unit in the Tri-city conurbation. Famous for Baltic Sea, Solidarity Movement and amazing concise Hanseatic Old Town area. The best deal is that being here you receive not only attractions of Gdansk but also Sopot resort, Gdynia, UNESCO Malbork Castle, the Hel Peninsula, the Kashubia lake region, Elbląg Canal and many more attractions.

Warsaw

Modern European capital with remaining souvenirs of Poland’s troubled history. Enjoy the cobbled streets of the Old Town, enjoy world class palaces in Wilanów and Royal Baths, learn more about extraordinary history of the place in super modern museums. Experience energy of this modern capital city in numerous restaurants, clubs and cafes.

Wroclaw

The tourist capital of South-West Poland with more bridges than any city in Central Europe, the second largest market square, cathedral island coated in phenomenal architecture and UNESCO Centennial Hall. When we add that it is a home of huge growing population of Gnomes loved by tourists and a gate to Lower Silesia region with numerous palaces and astonishing Sudety Mountains you will know why Wroclaw is a great place to start your Polish adventure. Trust Poland tour operators to show You the best of it!

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School Trip to Cracow

  • Let your students discover a new country and culture with multitude of interesting attractions.
  • Take your students for a truly meaningful school trip full of fun and teaching experiences.
  • Introduce historical WWII topics, ethics and UNESCO World Hertage notion and many other intriguing subjects. 

Tri-City Highlights (3 days)

Tri-City Highlights (3 days)

  • Multitude of historical monuments, excellent gastronomy and seaside relax
  • Discover the biggest Polish seaside agglomeration!
  • One flight, three cities: Gdańsk, Sopot, Gdynia.

Natural Cracow (4 days)

Natural Cracow (4 days)

  • Immerse yourself in the pristine nature just a footstep from one of the Europe's most vibrant agglomerations.
  • Discover 3 National Parks in Cracow area: Tatrzański and Pieniński. 
  • Explore outstanding variety of geological structures and amazing richness of fauna and flora. 

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Mountain safety in the Tatras

The Tatras are the highest Polish mountains of alpine character. They charm tourists with outstanding views and panoramas but they also tend to be dangerous. Many tourists caution is dormant due to the fact that the rest of Polish mountain ranges are much lower and due to this fact also safer. In...

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Safe behaviour in and by the water

Beautiful weather and summer holidays just invite us to spend time at the seaside, lakes or rivers. They are marvellous places to deal with scorching heat that in Poland can be over 30 Celsius degrees during summer months from June to August. Trips for swimming, sunbathing, canoeing, sailing or w...

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Canoeing in Poland

Poland is canoeing lovers’ dream come true. About 150 canoeing routes and 10,000 rowing-friendly lakes is opulence that cannot be matched in Europe. Such a dense network of water routes is just nowhere to be found. Polish water routs are suitable for one day trips and also a few day adventures. P...

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Since 2005 Polish Travel Agency ITS-Poland has been operating with various Poland tour operators , coach companies, corporate customers and tourist groups in their tours to Poland.

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Csilla was superb! So knowledgeable and friendly. A great guide on a brilliant trip. A good mix of mini bus travel and train, which gave us a view of local culture a...

I found this trip enjoyable but repetitive. Lots of castles etc so depending on your preferences it could be amazing or a bit much. Not many arranged activities, mor...

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The first hotel in Budapest (Papillon) was disappointing, very tired and not up to the standard I would usually expect from Explore which was a shame. I would have b...

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Exploring Tourism is one of the most reliable and experienced travel agency in Poland. It helps you plan your trip to Poland and helps you gain an enriching life experience. With expert Poland travel agent, it offers customized tour packages according to your requirements and budget. Pack your bags and be ready to explore Poland with us.

Travel to Poland with Exploring Tourism to get the best travelling experience. We have partnered with the best and experienced travel agent to provide you the perfect and specialized tour package. They plan your tour according your budget, duration, and interest. We also help you with your airport transfer, guide, hotel , sightseeing and all kinds of activities in Poland .

Planning to spend your holidays in Poland? Contact Exploring Tourism to plan the best trip to Poland for you. It is one of the well-known and reliable travel agency in Poland with association with the best travel agent to plan your dream trip to Poland within your budget. Send your travel enquiry with more details to our local Tour Operator.

At Exploring Tourism, our professional Warsaw Travel Agent specialize in organizing and planning trips for individuals or groups visiting Warsaw, Poland largest city. Our travel agent in Warsaw has an in-depth knowledge of the attractions, accommodation, transport options and local customs; drawing on this expertise, they create memorable travel experiences for clients.

Warsaw is a vibrant and culturally rich city that offers visitors many tourist attractions ranging from historic monuments to modern wonders. Our travel agent in Warsaw can guide tourists in choosing places to visit according to their interests and preferences.

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AB Poland Travel is a tour operator and DMC for Poland and central Europe. We provide high quality travel services for large groups, families and solo travelers.

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Krakow and Auschwitz day tour from Warsaw with lunch

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If you are looking for a professional, licensed guide for your group we will be glad to assist you. We can guarantee experienced guides anywhere in Poland, including all the cities and tourist landmarks. Our guides speak the majority of languages and have different academic backgrounds – historic, architecture, art, music, etc.

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If you are planning a trip to Poland, we will be happy to assist you. We will create and coordinate a tailor-made itinerary based on your budget and interests. We will provide the best hotels, transportation, restaurant reservations, and guides in every Polish city and landmark! Fill out the custom-made tour form, and we will provide you with a complete offer. Do not hesitate and start your Polish adventure today!

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We are an incoming tour operator and DMC based in Warsaw, Poland. We provide tour packages and customized travel experiences in Poland and Central Europe for both independent travelers and groups. 

Through travel, we would like to encourage people to discover the beauty of Poland, learn about its history and experience the hospitality of Polish people. We want to make a difference and provide our guests with the best quality of service and guarantee their satisfaction. We would like to promote Poland to all the tourists, in Poland and outside of it. We would like to become the brand ambassadors for the country and help you to see the known and unknown sights of Poland. In our offer you can find everything: if you are a leisure, active, adventure history traveler we invite you to look at our website and choose one of our amazing tours.

In guided city tours our highly professional tour guides will help you to discover beautiful cities on foot or by car. Come and have a city break with us: Warsaw, Krakow, Gdansk, and many others are waiting for you. We will show you the MUST SEE places as well as hidden gems of the cities. If you would like to spend a bit more time in Poland we offer Multi-Day packages around Poland. Come and discover Poland with us. We are making customized tours, and we are very flexible with your wishes. 

When you visit Poland you can see it from many different angles; however, it is not common to have an opportunity to see it from the above. Because of that in our offer you can find helicopter flights or balloon flights to see the beauty of Polish cities with panoramic views from the sky.

If you are coming to Poland you should learn about Polish culture. The best way to do it is to engage yourself within it. Become a part of Polish culture experiences & entertainment. We will take you for the traditional food tasting: pierogi, bigos, and kielbasa. We have delicious drinks too– vodka, grzaniec and beer. Just come try it and enjoy yourself in accompaniment to folk music.

If you are a history lover or you just want to learn more about it. We can show you medieval Poland with castles and palaces. As well as the memorial places from World War II. We can take you to The Wolf's Lair - the military headquarters of Hitler. We specialize in tours to  Auschwitz Birkenau , Treblinka, or Majdanek . Where you can learn the history of the Nazi Camps.

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Scenic, historic and surprisingly cheap – Poland should feature on every traveller's list.

The heart of Poland is in a town’s rynek – the central market square where locals converge and travellers can take the temperature of this   European   gem. Beyond city limits, it’s a country blessed by Mother Nature; of forest and lakes, snow-capped peaks and rolling hills changing colour with each season. There’s a melting pot of traditional cuisines, hearty and heartfelt food that is being reinvented for a new audience. Wander through Poland’s living history: cultural Krakow, maritime mecca Gdansk and the post-war rebuilt capital of Warsaw. Every adventure here is distinct, but one thing remains the same – this under-discovered nation that’s eager to be explored.

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Culture and customs.

Despite Poland’s turbulent political and wartime past, traditional Polish culture and customs thrive throughout the country. More than three quarters of Poles are Roman Catholics – almost half of whom are regular church attendees. There’s still a Jewish influence, including buildings and symbolism, here too. Many of Poland’s public holidays follow the Roman Catholic calendar, and Christmas and Easter are big festive celebrations.

On important occasions – including folk festivals, weddings, religious holidays – traditional folk costumes called stroje ludowe are worn, The costumes represent different regions of Poland, with colourful fabrics, patterns and decorations.

Some of Poland’s customs and traditions are a little bit unusual, so if you find yourself near a burning effigy on the first day of spring or struck by a water balloon around Easter, don’t worry, it’s all part of bonding with the locals.

Much of Poland’s culture is reflected in its architecture, so a walk along the cobbled streets of Krakow or Warsaw will reveal both history and local charm at building-level.

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  • Collegium Maius This 15th-century building, the oldest in Jagiellonian University, has hosted such famous students as revolutionary astronomer Copernicus and spiritual leader Pope John Paul II. A visit here is an object lesson in art, science, history and architecture.
  • Wawel Cathedral Over a thousand years old, this imposing edifice is where Pope John Paul II conducted his first Mass. If that's not impressive enough, add a crypt holding the bodies of some of Poland's most influential leaders and public figures, and you've got one of Poland's most interesting buildings.
  • Wawel Royal Castle Sitting on the edge of the Vistula River, this remarkable Gothic-style building acted as a home for Poland's royal family centuries ago. Featuring a valuable collection of historic paintings, tapestries and murals, this is a top spot to delve into European treasures and classic architecture.
  • Remuh Synagogue While this small, elegant synagogue may not be the grandest in scale or design, its historic value is unquestionable. Founded in 1553, it remains a place of worship for the local community and a place of pilgrimage for the world's Jewish people.
  • Cloth Hall Krakow's Renaissance-style Cloth Hall is a splendid building with a retail heritage. Once used as trading post for textiles and cloth in the 14th century, nowadays the building houses shops, cafes and a museum. Visit the city's Main Square at night to see this historic piece of architecture lit up.

History and government

Polan to poland.

During the Early Middle Ages, pre-Slavic settlers made their way to what was then East Germania, prospering during the Iron Age. However, it was the Western Polans who dominated the region from the fifth to eighth centuries and gave Poland its name.

Making friends, and losing them

The first Polish state was established in the late 10th century AD, and in 1025 the Kingdom of Poland was founded. In the 13th century, tensions between pagan Prussians and the central powers saw German knights dominate northern Poland and construct fortress strongholds, including the epic castle at Malbork.

Peace was restored, and in 1569 this region became the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. At the time, it was one of the largest countries in Europe. The 18th century saw this relationship weaken, so an effort was made to reform, but it was too little, too late. Poland was already being invaded from all sides by Russia. Poland continued to exist as a political and cultural community, despite Russian efforts to supress education and commerce. Although no Polish states existed from the 1790s until 1918, strong resistance movements operated.

Stuck in the firing line

In the 20th century, Poland was forced into battle with occupying forces. Central Powers (Austria-Hungary, Germany and Prussia) and Russia (plus Western Allies) fought World War I, with conflicts occurring on Polish soil. Since no Polish state existed, no one was fighting for Poland – they were conscripted by both sides and fought one another. An estimated one million Poles lost their lives, but amid this loss, Poland regained independence and began to rebuild. The Treaty of Versailles in 1919 awarded Poland the western part of Prussia.

A nonaggression pact between Germany and the Soviet Union was signed in August 1939, but little did Poland know that this also contained protocol to split the Polish state in two. Weeks later, World War II began with a massive German invasion of Poland. Hitler’s policy was to eradicate Poland, with almost three million Jews and one million Poles perishing in German extermination camps.

The War changed dramatically in June 1941 when Hitler attacked the Soviet Union and Soviet leader Joseph Stalin turning to Poland for help. The Soviet army moved westward, and with Hitler’s defeat at Stalingrad in 1943, the war was all but over. Poland lay in ruins, with six million people, or 20% of the pre-war population losing their lives. The Polish Jewish community declined from three million to less than 90,000. Soviet control continued in Poland, with new borders established and a government set up in 1945. Soon after Stalin died in 1953, the ‘Sovietisation’ of Poland weakened until it was almost non-existent. Traditional Polish values began to be revived.

Power to the people

During the second half of the 20th century, dissatisfied with living and working conditions in the country, Polish workers began to organise and unite. Industrial action, including strikes, led to the formation of a national trade union movement called Solidarity who pushed for workers’ rights and democratic governance. But it took until 1989 for semi-free elections to be held in Poland, when Solidarity succeeded in controlling the Senat (upper house). Communism began to collapse, and in January 1990, Poland’s political system was reformed with a return to territorial self-governance. Political instability followed, but in 1997, an alliance of Solidarity-linked political parties formed a coalition, putting an end to communist rule.

Today, Poland still finds itself in testing times politically and economically, with nationalist voices louder than ever. But the nation has been shaped into a peaceful and resilient nation by the toughest of situations.

Eating and drinking

Poland’s cuisine is a unique blend of influences from its neighbours, regional traditions and times of flourishing trade followed by years of restricted imports. Varied and versatile, it certainly is. Be sure to offer a ‘na zdrowie’ when raising a glass and wish everyone ‘smacznego’ – the Polish ‘bon appetit’ – before tucking into your food.

Here are some hearty essentials to keep a look out for when travelling around Poland.

  • Pierogi What’s a country without its version of a dumpling? Pierogi are found all across Central and Eastern Europe, but many assert Poland is the birthplace of this interpretation. These meat, potato, onion and cheese-filled morsels will warm you up on even the coldest of Krakow evenings.
  • Bigos Bigos is a stew of mixed chopped meat, sauerkraut and fresh cabbage, other vegetables and spices all together in a large cast iron pan. Known as hunter’s stew, it originated in Medieval times and is as hearty as it gets.
  • Rosol This one’s a Polish staple, the most popular version of which is a comforting chicken noodle soup, not just an antidote for the common cold but also for the dreaded (and also common – see number 10 on this list!) hangover. The meat is slowly cooked in a classic clear broth before thin noodles, sliced vegetables and a garnish of herbs are added.
  • Barszcz czerwony Poland may have a convoluted name for it, but their version of borscht is simply delicious. It’s a sour soup with a vibrant purple colour, coming from its key ingredient – beetroot. Traditionally served on Christmas Eve, it’s probably wise not to wear white while you slurp a bowl of it up.
  • Kanapki Take out a ‘k’ and you’ve nearly got the word canape. Funny that, because these open sandwiches resemble that bite-sized evening snack, but aren’t always that bite-sized. Poles have an open sandwich obsession, so they’re an option for every meal, usually with a bottom layer of pate or spread, topped with meat or pickled vegetables and boiled egg slices to top it off.
  • Kopytka Europeans know what’s up with food, and definitely know how to prepare a potato. Kopytka is a Polish take on Italian gnocchi, and is often sautéed in a pan for a crispy outer layer, then sprinkled with fried onions and bacon bits.
  • Golabki Another European dish Poland has added its own twist to is the saucy golabki. It’s the Polish name for cabbage leaves wrapped around a filling of minced pork or beef, plus onions and rice (or barley). They’re a special occasion food, often served at Christmas and weddings, but we reckon they’re good enough to have all year round.
  • Paczki It’s not a fun cuisine if there isn’t a doughnut thrown into the mix. Paczki is a fried, round dough covered with icing sugar or dried orange zest or glazed, with sweet fillings including jam, cream and custard. If they’re not filled and are ring-shaped, these Polish delights are known as oponki.
  • Sernik Poland’s version of a cheesecake is a simple dessert made with a dry-curd ‘farmer’s’ cheese (similar to cottage cheese or quark), and usually without a bottom layer of biscuit. It’s baked for around an hour and comes out set but still moist, to be enjoyed with a dollop of plum jam and cream. A modern version using American-style cream cheese is referred to as Sernik Philadelphia!
  • Beer This is mainly a food list, but it’s hard to leave this beverage off. Beer is abundant in Poland, with around a hundred craft breweries producing distinctive brews, and they’re usually dirt cheap. The most popular varieties are pilsners, pale ales and porters, and the top brands to look out for are Zywiec, Okocim and Tyskie. Pair a local ale with a plate of pierogi.

Geography and environment

Located in Central Europe, Poland shares borders with   Germany ,   Czech Republic ,   Slovakia ,   Ukraine ,   Belarus ,   Lithuania , and   Russia  (Kaliningrad). Poland also has a stretch of coastline along the Baltic Sea, featuring two natural harbours. The coastal regions are marked by dunes and lakes, while the north and central parts of Poland have lowlands and plains, interrupted by rivers and valleys. Segments of the Carpathian Mountains mark the south-east part of the country, while the Tatra Mountains act as a natural border between Poland and Slovakia.

Around 90 per cent of the country sits less than 300 metres above sea level, but the south has mountains that bring with them relatively cold winters. The northern reaches of Poland are graced with sandy beaches stretching out to the Baltic Sea, as well as the Masurian Lakes District – an area with over 2000 lakes dotted through dense forest. Storks, eagles, bison and wolves are all found in the 23 national parks around Poland, and much of the flora and fauna in the country is under natural protection.

From local wares and crafts in town ryneks to global brands in malls dotted around the cities, Poland’s got all the shopping you need. The main places to shop in Krakow are Shevska, Florianskaya and Grodskaya streets. In Warsaw, Plac Trzech Krzyzy (Three Crosses Square), Mokotowska Street and the Old Town all offer a wide range of places to shop.

In recent years, Poland has implemented a restriction on Sunday shopping trading on almost all stores for all but seven Sundays in the year (exceptions are those which fall before Easter and Christmas periods). There are also some exceptions for certain types of stores and those located in airports and train stations. Keeping this in mind is important when considering travel plans in Poland, as you may not be able to find what you’re looking for if travelling on a Sunday.

As with most countries, Poland adds a goods and services tax to many of its products. Poland’s VAT (PTU in Polish) is calculated at 23%, 8% or 5% depending on the type of product, and is normally included in the marked price.

Festivals and events

Alongside the major religious and cultural celebrations in Poland, this Central European nation gets together and celebrates in a whole range of ways. And some of them are pretty unusual.

Drowning of Marzanna

Marzanna is the Slavic goddess associated with death and rebirth. Traditionally, in early spring (around Easter), a straw effigy of Marzanna is ritually burned and ‘drowned’ as an offering to ward off death (aka winter) and welcome in the new season. These days, Marzanna is carried past every house in a village and dipped in each puddle or stream she passes. Superstitions still persist with Marzanna: if you touch the effigy once it’s in the water, your hand will wither; looking back at the drowning effigy when walking home may cause an illness; and stumbling or falling may lead to a relative’s death in the next year.

Smigus-dyngus

Traditionally held on Easter Monday in Poland, Smigus-dyngus – roughly translated as ‘Wet Monday’ – involves boys throwing water at girls, using water balloons, pistols or buckets. In return, girls provide a ‘ransom’ of painted eggs, or pisanki, which brings good fortune and harvests. In reality, it’s a big water fight with everyone getting involved.

Calling all higher education students: this festival is for you. Juwenalia is an annual holiday for students that takes place before summer exams in May or June, celebrating three days of no lectures. The tradition started in the 15th century in Krakow, but now most universities in Poland organise their own Juwenalia, usually with some type of music festival attached to it.

Also known as the Midsummer Solstice festival, this event held annually in Krakow involves telling fortunes, floating handmade wreaths, jumping over bonfires and burning herbs. Wianki began as a Slavic fertility festival honouring the goddess of harvest and love – Kupala – but when Christianity came to Poland, efforts were made to ‘christianise’ the pagan rites and rebrand the holiday as St John’s Eve. Despite this, Wianki celebrations today are pretty similar to traditional summer solstice festivities.

St Dominic’s Fair

Started in 1260, this outdoor festival in Gdansk has become one of Europe’s biggest open-air trade and cultural festivals. From mid-July to mid-August, the fair hosts 20 days of markets, music and theatre, Kashubian food, a strongman competition and a fireworks display at the closing ceremony. All the ingredients for a Polish spectacular.

Further reading

For inspiring stories to prepare you for your Poland adventure, check out these books:

  • Push Not the River   – James Conroyd Martin
  • The Pianist   – Wladyslaw Szpilman
  • The Beautiful Mrs Seidenman   – Andrzej Szczypiorski
  • No Greater Ally   – Kenneth K. Koskodan
  • The Diary of Mary Berg: Growing up in the Warsaw Ghetto   – Mary Berg
  • House of Day, House of Night   – Olga Tokarczuk
  • Chasing the King of Hearts   – Hanna Krall

Poland travel FAQs

Do i need a covid-19 vaccine to join an intrepid trip.

Trips from 1 January 2023 onwards

From 1 January 2023, Intrepid will no longer require travellers to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 (excluding all Polar trips and select adventure cruises).

However, we continue to strongly recommend that all Intrepid travellers and leaders get vaccinated to protect themselves and others.

Specific proof of testing or vaccination may still be required by your destination or airline. Please ensure you check travel and entry requirements carefully.

When is the best time to visit Poland?

Poland offers travellers different experiences depending on the season, so pack sensibly and choose your adventure.

Late June to August offers the warmest temperatures and long days but tourist numbers are high, the heat can sometimes be quite intense, and thunderstorms are surprisingly common in the mountainous areas.

The shoulder season of April-May is a great time to visit Poland – long hours of sunlight, cooler temperatures and spring flowers in full bloom. The autumn months of September and October offer beautiful scenery, leaves changing colour and average temperatures around 12°C during the day.

If snow sports are your thing, head to southern Poland, particularly Zakopane, in late December and early January for a winter wonderland and mountain resorts in full swing. Poland is a charming place to visit in Christmas, with winter markets, decorations along the city streets, outdoor nativity scenes and carollers singing at night.

Do I need a visa to travel to Poland?

Generally, you will not need a visa to travel to Poland for a period of up to 90 days. Citizens of Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada, Japan and many other countries can spend 90 days in the wider Schengen area, including Poland and other countries in the EU. EU citizens can travel around the Schengen area indefinitely.

Other nationalities should check with their local Polish embassy or on the   Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs website .

Visas are the responsibility of the individual traveller. Entry requirements can change at any time, so it's important that you check for the latest information. Please visit the relevant consular website of the country or countries you’re visiting for detailed and up-to-date visa information specific to your nationality. Check the Essential Trip Information section of your tour itinerary for more information.

Is tipping customary in Poland?

While not mandatory, a tip of around 10–15% is considered a polite recognition of good service in Polish restaurants and cafes. Tipping service workers in high-end establishments such as luxury hotels is also encouraged.

At smaller establishments or when taking a taxi it’s acceptable to round up to the nearest PLN 5 or 10.

What is the internet access like in Poland?

Poland is very well connected – most hotels, hostels and some public spaces offer wi-fi (pronounced ‘vee-fee’), usually free of charge but sometimes for a small fee. Many bars, cafes and restaurants also offer wi-fi, so keep a look out for the international symbol for wi-fi.

Major cities like Warsaw have many wi-fi hotspots and cyber cafes to choose from, while rural areas will generally have less reliable options to get online.

Can I use my mobile/cellphone while in Poland?

Mobile phone coverage is generally very good in Poland. Poland uses the GSM 900/1800 system, which is the same as Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Mobile networks are usually not compatible with cellphones from North America or Japan; however, if you’ve got a multiband GSM system, it should work.

If your mobile phone is unlocked, your cheapest option to call and text on the go is probably with a local SIM card. These can be picked up from a phone shop, which are located all throughout the country. This is also likely the cheapest option for a mobile data plan in Poland.

If you wish to use your current SIM and phone plan in Poland, ensure global roaming is activated before you arrive, and be sure to check in with your service provider for costs, as often this can be extremely expensive.

What are the toilets like in Poland?

Flushable toilets are the standard in Poland, although public toilets are quite scarce. Public toilets are labelled with ‘dla panow’ or ‘meski’ and a downward-pointing triangle symbol for men, and ‘dla pan’ or ‘damski’ and a circle symbol for women.

Expect to pay a small fee when visiting public toilets (around PLN 2) and carry small denominations with you, as change is often not available.

What will it cost for a…?

Poland’s unit of currency is the zloty (PLN). Prices here are approximate and shown in US dollars for ease of comparison.

  • A bottle of beer = USD 1.30–2.60
  • Cup of coffee in a cafe = USD 1.30–2.60
  • Simple lunch at a cafe = USD 4–7
  • Dinner at a nice restaurant = USD 13–26

Can I drink the water in Poland?

Tap water is considered safe to drink in Poland unless marked otherwise.

For environmental reasons, try to avoid buying bottled water. Fill a reusable water bottle or canteen with filtered water instead.

Are credit cards widely accepted in Poland?

Major credit cards are widely accepted by stores and hotels in Poland. Smaller cafes and shops may not accept credit cards, so ensure you carry enough cash to cover minor purchases. It’s also a good idea to carry small change to make tipping easier and to cover public toilet charges.

What is ATM access like in Poland?

ATMs that accept international cards are common in Poland, so finding one won't be a problem in most towns and cities. Our tip is to go for internationally recognised banks and avoid ATMs labelled ‘Euronet’, as these often give a much poorer rate of exchange than other banks’ machines.

What is the weather like in Poland?

Poland’s climate is mostly temperate, with some slight weather differences between the oceanic north and the landlocked south. July is Poland’s hottest month, averaging around 22°C throughout the country, with some temperatures rising to the mid-30s Celsius, especially in Lower Silesia (southwest Poland).

Winters are often drier than summer, and range between -6°C and 1°C, with the northeast of the country near the borders with   Belarus  and   Lithuania  experiencing the coldest temperatures. Snow can be found around Poland in the depths of winter, usually in January.

What public holidays are celebrated in Poland?

  • 1 January   Nowy Rok (New Year's Day)
  • 6 January   Epiphany (Three Kings’ Day)
  • March/April   Easter Sunday
  • March/April   Easter Monday
  • 1 May   Labour Day (State Holiday)
  • 3 May   Swieto Trzeciego Maja (Constitution Day)
  • 11 November   Narodowe Swieto Niepodleglosci (Independence Day)
  • 25 December   Christmas Day
  • 26 December   St Stephen’s Day (Second Day of Christmas)

For a current list of public holidays in Poland, including the movable dates above and other religious holidays, go to   worldtravelguide.net

Is Poland safe for LGBTQIA+ travellers?

Homosexuality is legal in Poland, and in major cities like Warsaw and Krakow there is generally a liberal attitude towards LGBTQIA+ communities. That being said, the wider LGBTQIA+ scene in Poland is fairly discreet. Warsaw and Krakow are the best places to experience Poland’s gay scene, with a small number of bars and clubs dotted around the city. The seaside resort city of Sopot also has a number of gay bars and clubs. Same-sex marriage is not officially recognised in Poland.

Recently, with the rise of the ruling far-right Law & Justice (PiS) party in the Polish political system, anti-LGBTQIA+ sentiments in Poland have grown. Many Polish residents hold conservative and religious views, which are reflected in much of the current political discourse. While in most contexts there’s equality of legal rights for all residents regardless of sexuality or gender identity, there are still no protections against discrimination in education and health, hate crimes and hate speech.

Around 30 symbolic ‘LGBT-free’ zones have been declared in the south-eastern reaches of the country, and although unenforceable, these zones are said to represent a move to stigmatise and exclude LGBTQIA+ residents in rural parts of Poland.

For more detailed and up-to-date advice, we recommend visiting   Equaldex   or   ILGA   before you travel.

If you are travelling solo on an Intrepid group tour, you will share accommodation with a passenger of the same gender as per your passport information. If you don’t identify with the gender assigned on your passport, please let us know at time of booking and we’ll arrange the rooming configuration accordingly. A single supplement is available on some tours for travellers who do not wish to share a room.

Is Poland accessible for travellers with disabilities?

As Poland has many medieval towns and cobbled lanes, travellers with mobility issues may find travelling difficult, but doable. Newer buildings are designed with accessibility in mind, and many popular older buildings are retrofitted with ramps, lifts and wider entrances. Poland’s public transport system is designed to accommodate wheelchairs.

Intrepid is committed to making travel widely accessible, regardless of ability or disability. That’s why we do our best to help as many people see the world as possible, regardless of any physical or mental limitations they might have. We’re always happy to talk to travellers with disabilities and see if we can help guide them towards the most suitable itinerary for their needs and where possible, make reasonable adjustments to our itineraries.

If you do live with a visual, hearing or other impairment, let your booking agent or group leader know early on so they’re aware and suitable arrangements can be made. As a general rule, knowing some common words in the local language, carrying a written itinerary with you and taking to the streets in a group, rather than solo, can help make your travel experience the best it can be.

What to wear in Poland

What you should wear in Poland will depend on what season you decide to travel. Poland’s mild climate and distinct seasons make it a little bit easier to know what to wear, so check out the weather in advance to get an idea of what to pack.

In summer, be sure to stay cool with looser clothing and some short sleeve t-shirts and shorts, plus a light sweater or jacket for cooler evenings. In winter (as well as the shoulder seasons), pack some extra warmth, long pants and wind-breaking outer layers. If you’re travelling to Poland in snow season, pack thermal layers and insulated jackets. Gloves (or mittens) and a beanie will also come in handy.

Depending on the adventure you’re after, you’re likely to do a lot of walking, so a pair of sturdy walking shoes is a must. You might also like to pack a smaller backpack or satchel to use as a day pack when travelling around Krakow or Warsaw.

Do I need to purchase travel insurance before travelling?

Absolutely. All passengers travelling with Intrepid are required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their trip. Your travel insurance details will be recorded by your leader on the first day of the trip. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.

For more information on insurance, please go to: Travel Insurance

How do I stay safe and healthy while travelling?

Intrepid takes the health and safety of its travellers seriously and takes every measure to ensure that trips are safe, fun and enjoyable for everyone. We recommend that all travellers check with their government or national travel advisory organisation for the latest information before departure:

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Go to:  US Department of State

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Does my trip support The Intrepid Foundation?

Yes, all Intrepid trips support the Intrepid Foundation. Trips to this country directly support our global Intrepid Foundation partners Eden Reforestation Projects and World Bicycle Relief. Intrepid will double the impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.

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World Bicycle Relief provides people in low-income communities with bicycles to mobilise school kids, health workers, and farmers in far-out areas – giving them access to vital education, healthcare, and income. Donations help provide Buffalo Bicycles – specifically designed to withstand the rugged terrain and harsh environment of rural regions – to those who need them most. Find out more or make a donation

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The office’s main activities include: – Collecting data and analysing research on tourism, – Promoting Warsaw in traditional media and online by holding study visits for foreign journalists and bloggers, – Promoting Warsaw at international tourism fairs and promotion events, – Running the official Warsaw tourism website and the city’s social media profiles, – Publishing information and promotional materials on Warsaw aimed at international and domestic tourists, – Running official Warsaw Tourist Information points, – Implementation of the e-tourism component in the “Virtual Warsaw Functional Area” project (Virtual WFA).

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Polish Traditions

Quirky, weird & delightful

Every country has its own set of unusual traditions and Polish traditions are no different. Some are quirky, some are outright weird, even annoying – but most of them are delightful. Here’s a few that we think you need to know about.

The way Polish people greet each other in elevators ticks the delightful box. Even if they are complete strangers, it is common practice so say dzień dobry (good day) when entering an elevator and do widzenia (good bye) when exiting.

When you are invited to someone’s home, it is usual to bring a gift. Flowers are the easy choice but ensure that you buy an odd number of flowers because an even number is associated with funerals.

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One of the most annoying Polish traditions is lector (voice dubbing) of films shown on TV. In the majority of cases, an English language film will have a lector who reads the translation over the original voices. The strangest thing about this is that the lector is just one guy who speaks over the voices of men and women in a flat, monotone deep voice.

In Poland, everyone has a name day in addition to a birthday and many people (especially elderly women) prefer to celebrate this above their birthday so that they do not have to mention their age publicly. This tradition has Catholic roots and is linked to the naming of children after saints.

Make sure that you have lots of change on you when you visit the local store because the cashier will ask you to pay some change so that she can give you back a round number and don’t be surprised if you are behind someone at the till who is paying the entire bill in change – coin-by-coin.

Other quirky traditions include: being offered slippers to wear when you enter a Polish household and eating pizza covered in either garlic sauce or ketchup.

Below you will find information about the most important annual Polish traditions such as Fat Thursday & Śmigus Dyngus .

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Fat Thursday

Of all the traditions in Poland, Fat Thursday is one of the most popular, one of the oldest (16th century) and definitely the tastiest. Fat Thursday (Tłusty czwartek in Polish) happens every year in February and on the last Thursday prior to Ash Wednesday marking the beginning of Lent. It basically involves eating as many doughnuts as possible; which apparently brings you good luck.

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Christmas in Poland

Christmas in Poland is taken very seriously and is mainly focused on family, friends & food. It is very different to Christmas in the UK or USA but has similarities with some other European countries. Traditionally during Advent, families would bake Christmas gingerbread and use it to make their own decorations. Gingerbread was made into a variety of shapes including hearts, animals and St. Nicholas figures.

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Easter in Poland

There’s no escaping the connotations that Easter in Poland is all about religion; however this is far from reality, it is also about eating and spending time with your family & friends. Second only to Christmas, Easter is one of the most beautiful celebrations of the year, it is also a time which marks the end of winter and the promise of sunny weather ahead. Preparation for the Easter holiday begins with Lent.

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Śmigus Dyngus, Wet Monday

Śmigus Dyngus is a celebration held on Easter Monday each year; which traditionally involved men throwing buckets of water over women. The ladies were supposed to wait until the next day to get their revenge by soaking the guys but the reality today is a massive water fight with everyone soaking everyone on the same day.

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The Drowning of Marzanna

When it comes to whacky & bizarre traditions, the drowning of Marzanna scores 11/10 and has a distinct Children of the Corn feel about it. The tradition is a surviving pagan ritual in which an effigy of the goddess of winter, plague and death is set alight and then drowned. Marzanna is sometimes referred to as Winter’s Witch and according to Slavic superstition, she had to be killed to ensure that spring arrived on time and the harvest was plentiful.

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All Saints’ Day (Zaduszki)

All Saint’s Day (Wszystkich Swietych in Polish) occurs on 1st November every year and is a public bank holiday. Originally, this day was only used to celebrate the saints; nowadays it is also a day when Poles remember deceased family and friends and is known colloquially as The Day of the Dead. On All Saint’s Day, the Polish will happily travel hundreds of kilometres across Poland to visit the graves of their relatives, sometimes visiting three or four different cemeteries in different towns.

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  1. 10 Best Tour Operators and Travel Agencies in Poland

    Address Nelson House, 55-59 Victoria Rd, Farnborough, England. Response Rate 96%. Response Time 3 hours. Certificate of Excellent Service. Explore is one of the world's most trusted adventure travel companies with over 500 trips to more than 120 countries. We are passionate about travel and have developed a ...

  2. ITS

    Since 2005 Polish Travel Agency ITS-Poland has been operating with various Poland tour operators, coach companies, corporate customers and tourist groups in their tours to Poland. We believe in giving our clients the best 'tailor-made' service to make their journey to Poland perfect. We take care of all trip organization details to give our ...

  3. 10 Best Poland Tour Companies & Reviews

    4.6. 42,408 reviews. 5 trips to Poland. Type : Global Operator. Service level : standard. Trip Style: Group Tours, River Cruises. Age Range: 35-55, 55+. What they're known for. Tours and experiences that include everything from the iconic sites to breaking bread with locals, guided by expert travel directors.

  4. Poland Travel Agency

    Exploring Tourism is one of the most reliable and experienced travel agency in Poland. It helps you plan your trip to Poland and helps you gain an enriching life experience. With expert Poland travel agent, it offers customized tour packages according to your requirements and budget. Pack your bags and be ready to explore Poland with us. Travel ...

  5. AB Poland Travel

    About AB Poland Travel. We are an incoming tour operator and DMC based in Warsaw, Poland. We provide tour packages and customized travel experiences in Poland and Central Europe for both independent travelers and groups. Through travel, we would like to encourage people to discover the beauty of Poland, learn about its history and experience ...

  6. Poland Travel

    Krakow Tours. Krakow is second largest city in Poland and most popular tourist destination in Poland today. Often considered as most beautiful city in Poland where medieval layout survived almost untouched the World War 2. See more. Warsaw Tours. Warsaw is the biggest city in Poland and the state capital.

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    Narodowy Portal Turystyczny to serwis w którym znajdziecie wiele inspiracji do podróży po naszym pięknym kraju. To bank pomysłów i informacji turystycznych o polskich regionach, miastach i atrakcjach. Dobra UNESCO, parki narodowe a może uzdrowiska? Polska.travel to także nasze rekomendacje - najlepsze produkty turystyczne nagrodzone Certyfikatem POT, ale także rekomendacje ...

  8. List of Tour Operators in Poland

    08. 09. 10. Point Travel DMC Krakow Tours, Krakуw. Plac Szczepanski 7. DMC POINT TRAVEL provides comprehensive services for groups and individual tourists in Poland. We have experience in organization of congresses and conventions. Since 1990 we are independent operator of Regular KRAKOW TOURS.

  9. Information about the Polish Tourism Organisation

    The Polish Tourism Organisation (Polska Organizacja Turystyczna - POT) is one of more than 200 national tourism organisations operating in the world. Our objective is the promotion of Poland as a modern attractive country offering tourists a high ... We are a government agency supporting legal entities dealing with tourism.

  10. Best Poland Tours & Holidays 2024/2025

    Judith · Traveled August 2023. This trip was an excellent introduction to three very different cities in Poland. The walking tours in Krakow and Warsaw were very good, as was the food and vodka tasting. The tour of the Solidarity Museum in Gdansk was a highlight, along with the POLIN Museum in Warsaw. Review submitted 22 Aug 2023.

  11. Wakacje

    Biuro Podróży ITAKA - nr 1 w Polsce. Największa i najbardziej różnorodna oferta wczasów i wycieczek objazdowych. Zaplanuj swoje wymarzone wakacje!

  12. Polish Tourism Organisation International Offices

    Polish Tourism Organisation International Offices (Zagraniczne Ośrodki Polskiej Organizacji Turystycznej - ZOPOT) are established in countries of great importance and potential for the development of inbound tourism to Poland. At present, the Polish Tourism Organisation (Polska Organizacja Turystyczna - POT) has 16 such centres, of which 13 ...

  13. Poland tourist information

    Until 1596, the city was Poland's former royal capital, today it is a leading centre of Polish academic, economic, cultural and artistic life and a major tourist destination. Often referred to as one of Europe's most beautiful cities, Kraków's Old Town had the honour of being declared the first UNESCO World Heritage Site in the world.

  14. THE BEST 10 Travel Agents in KRAKÓW, POLAND

    Best Travel Agents in Kraków, Poland - Olimp Travel, Abc Travel Poland, Gromada, Kraków Zwiedzanie, Discovery Travel Agency Ma âgorzata Szczeklik, Annakraktour-travel Agency, Green Poland Travel Agency Ewelina Grabska Bartosz Grabski, Anna Sato âa Annakraktour Travel Agency, Dragon Travel Agency Rafa â Michalik, Konrad Side âko Golden City Travel Agency

  15. Contact us

    If you have any questions or suggestions about traveling to Poland, you can contact us by phone, email, or social media. We are happy to help you plan your trip, provide useful information, and share our passion for Poland. Contact us - Poland Travel (EN) PROD Poland. More than you expected

  16. Polish Tourist and Sightseeing Society

    Polskie Towarzystwo Turystyczno-Krajoznawcze, PTTK (Polish Tourist and Sightseeing Society) is a Polish non-governmental tourist organization with 312 branches across the country.. The PTTK is one of the oldest tourist societies in Europe. Its origins stretch back to the foreign Partitions of Poland.In August 1873 a group of tourism enthusiasts including painter and photographer Walery Eljasz ...

  17. About Us

    About Us. As of January 1, 2018 our new location is: 1446 Riverdale Street, West Springfield, MA 01089-4640. Since 1972 PAT TOURS (Polish American Tours), a full service travel agency has been promoting Poland and Eastern Europe in the U.S. In 1991, new owners, Mary and Richard Gorecki moved the operation to a convenient location in West ...

  18. Serwis Polskiej Organizacji Turystycznej

    Polish Tourism Organisation Młynarska Str. 42 01-171 Warszawa. NIP: 525 21 50 196 Regon: 016213775. phone.: +48 22 696 94 00 +48 22 696 94 01 +48 785 802 187 [email protected]. Contact for media [email protected] tel.: 22 696 93 33. Supervising institution: Our Websites.

  19. Warsaw Tourism Office

    The controller of your personal data is the Director of the Warsaw Tourism Office ("Controller"). You can contact the Controller in writing at Pl. Defilad 1 (X piętro, pok. 1051), 00-901 Warszawa, e-mail: [email protected] or by contacting the Controller's data protection officer in writing by e-mail at: [email protected]. 2.

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  21. Number of foreign tourists in Poland grows by more than 8%

    Polish Tourism Organisation Młynarska Str. 42 01-171 Warszawa. NIP: 525 21 50 196 Regon: 016213775. phone.: +48 22 696 94 00 +48 22 696 94 01 +48 785 802 187 [email protected]. Contact for media [email protected] tel.: 22 696 93 33. Supervising institution: Our Websites.

  22. Polish traditions

    Of all the traditions in Poland, Fat Thursday is one of the most popular, one of the oldest (16th century) and definitely the tastiest. Fat Thursday (Tłusty czwartek in Polish) happens every year in February and on the last Thursday prior to Ash Wednesday marking the beginning of Lent. It basically involves eating as many doughnuts as possible ...