John Paul II Route from Krakow, private tour

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Krakow, Poland

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

While in Poland don’t miss your chance to visit Wadowice, childhood hometown of John Paul ll – where Karol Wojtyła was born, where he was baptised and went to school. Monastery in Kalwaria Zebrzydowska (on UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites), the Polish Golgota, a popular pilgrimage destination Łagiewniki with new Centre of John Paul II. Finally, we will see the Archbishop’s Palace which is Wojtyla’s last residence before leaving for the Vatican in 1978. See the famous “papal window”, where thousands of people lit candles and prayed during his last days. You will see places of interest that had an effect on him during his childhood and adolescence years.

What's Included

Private tour
Driver - guide
Audio guide in the Museum
Admission ticket
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Gratuities
Food and drinks

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We can pick you up from your hotel/hostel/ apartment but you have to provide us an exact address.

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Meeting point
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Basilica in Wadowice

    20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Family Home of John Paul II

    Wadowice. It was this city where John Paul II was born and raised, and in the place of his former residence a Museum was opened in his memory. His timeless message sent to people around the world is an expression of incredible wisdom and understanding of contemporary problems, which makes this place a popular destination for many Catholics. Of course, you cannot miss the famous papal fondant.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    John Paul II Square in Wadowice

    Main Square in Wadowice, coffe break - cream cakes

    45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Kalwaria Zebrzydowska Santuario

    Kalwaria Zebrzydowska Sanctuary and Park, which can be found on UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Sites. It is regarded as the Polish Calvary Hill and, made for Franciscan monks, was modeled after Jerusalem

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Sanctuary of Divine Mercy

    Divine Mercy Sanctuary, located in Krakow’s Lagiewniki neighborhood, was near and dear to the Pope’s heart, as the remains of Saint Faustina Kowalska rest there

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    The Schrine of John Paul II - Basilica and chapels

    45 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Adult pricing applies to all travellers
Supplied by Poland Active

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Religious Tours
Car Tours
Small Group

Cancellation Policy

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