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Highlights
- Start a panoramic boat cruise through Krakow's attractions with an audio guide. Begin your journey at Podgórze district where you'll explore the former WWII Kraków-Płaszów concentration camp with an experienced English-speaking guide.
- Start by cruising along Poland’s largest river, the Vistula River, aboard a catamaran equipped with a modern sound system, heated deck and comfortable leather sofas to ensure your comfort even on chilly days.
- During the cruise, you'll pass by Wawel Castle complex featuring its iconic castle, cathedral, and legendary dragon statue that breathes fire according to legend.
- The UNESCO Heritage site of Wawel Castle showcases a stunning blend of architectural styles in both its Cathedral and other structures, making it one of Krakow's most beloved landmarks.
- Arrive at the outskirts where you'll meet your guide for an educational tour about the grim history of the WWII Kraków-Płaszów concentration camp located here.
- Learn about the harsh labor conditions, Jewish deportations in 1942, and pay respects to the silent monuments that remain as solemn reminders of this dark chapter.
Your Experience
Experience a thoughtful journey that combines a Vistula River cruise with an insightful guided tour of the former Płaszów camp. This distinct experience begins at Bulwar Inflancki water tram stop “Paulinska,” where you'll meet for check-in and boarding.
Getting started
Your adventure starts near the Paulinska stop, where an English-speaking guide will lead a one-way cruise with audio commentary. Following the river journey, continue to explore the former Płaszów Concentration Camp through a guided walking tour led by an experienced expert.
The Płaszów site once served as a Nazi German labor and concentration camp but now stands as a memorial landscape. Your guide will explore its history, highlighting memorials and connections to Oskar Schindler and the filming locations of Schindler’s List.
Features
- Explore significant memorial sites such as the Grey House vicinity, ruins of a pre-burial hall, remnants of Jewish cemeteries, the roll-call square, and the Monument of Torn-Out Hearts. Learn about their historical importance.
- Enjoy riverside views from your catamaran cruise, including Kościuszko’s Mound, Norbertan Sisters Monastery, Wawel Royal Castle, Manggha Museum, and Church on the Rock. Audio commentary provides additional context for these landmarks.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Experienced English-speaking guide at the Plaszów concentration camp
- Guided walking tour of the former Plaszów Concentration Camp
- One-way short cruise on the Vistula River aboard a modern catamaran with audio guide
- Single tram ticket
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Souvenirs and personal expenses
- Gratuities
- Transportation beyond the single tram ticket provided, such as return transport after the tour endpoint
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Must Know
- Arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled start time at Bulwar Inflancki next to the “Paulinska” water tram stop. Latecomers will not be able to join.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes as part of the tour includes a guided walk through Płaszów Concentration Camp.
- Dress appropriately for the season, as the tour operates in all weather conditions.
- The group tours are conducted in English. The river cruise segment will be accompanied by an audio guide.
Ticket Delivery
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Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
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