Full-day Krakow and Wieliczka Salt Mine tour from Wroclaw

Wroclaw, Poland
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$144.00
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Overview
Duration
14h 30min
Languages
English
Voucher type
mobile
What To Expect

During this full-day trip, discover some of the biggest tourist attractions of Southern Poland. Krakow is one of the oldest and most beautiful cities in Central Europe, the cradle of Polish culture. Wieliczka Salt Mine, on the other hand, is a unique experience in which art and nature create together a masterpiece you will never forget. The tour starts with a visit to the bustling heart of Krakow - Main Market Square renowned for St. Mary's Basilica with the stunning medieval altar and the Cloth Hall, the historical local marketplace. Stroll around Wawel Hill and conclude the tour by visiting the Jewish District of Kazimierz, which used to be inhabited by one of the most diverse Jewish communities in Europe.At a short distance from Krakow, explore the amazing underground world of Wieliczka Salt Mine. The tourist route leads through the underground chambers, chapels, caverns, and caves, where you can learn the details of the history of salt mining. You will visit the largest of the chapels dedicated to St Kinga, the patron of salt miners. This subterranean church is richly decorated with chandeliers, sculptures, and religious figures carved out of salt.

What to remember

Important info

  • Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for participants who become easily claustrophobic. There are some very narrow paths inside the salt mine and this may be difficult for some. Once you have begun the tour there is no possibility to shorten your visit or turn back
  • Hand luggage should be of a reasonable size, and larger luggage should be left in the car. Baby strollers are not allowed underground
  • Temperatures in Wieliczka Salt Mine are around 15ºC or 59ºF, it is recommended that you bring a jacket
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved. The route includes over 800 stairs
  • All passengers must be at least 18 years old
  • This tour requires a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 8 people per booking
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What's included
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Hotel pickup and drop-off. Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle. English-speaking driver. Entrances to the Basilica of The Holy Marry and the altarpiece. Entrances to the Salt Mines in Wieliczka. Guided tour with a local guide in Cracow. Professional guided tour of the Mine
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What's not included
excluded-items
Food and drinks. Gratuities (optional)
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Highlights

Join a guided tour through the underground world of Wieliczka Salt Mine. Visit the bustling heart of the city of Cracow. Admire the stunning medieval altar sculpted by Veit Stoss. Explore the spectacular Wawel Hill. Discover the Jewish District of Kazimierz

Cancellation Policy
can-cancel You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
Viadrina Tours
Meeting Point

This partner offers pickup and drop-off services from your accommodation in Wroclaw. Please, leave your pickup location at checkout.