Embark on a culinary tour in Poland, savoring traditional Polish food such as kielbasa and oscypek cheese. Explore the charming Cracow old town and visit the historic Wieliczka Salt Mine. Don’t miss the scenic beauty of Zakopane and Nowy Sącz. Book now for an unforgettable Polish adventure!

Group Size

2-40
Transportation

Bus, airplane
Accomodation

3 or 4 Stars Hotels
Fitness level

Easy
Arrival on

Kraków
Departure from

Kraków
Best season

Summer, Autumn, Spring
Tour type

Agricultural Study Tour, Sightseeing
Language

English, Spanish, French, German
Meals

Full-board

Overview

Itinerary

Cost

Overview

Embark on a culinary journey through Poland’s Małopolskie region, starting in Kraków with iconic bagels and a visit to Wawel Castle. Experience Zakopane’s mountain charm with smoked cheese and stunning views, then explore historic Nowy Sącz for traditional mead and local specialties. Return to Kraków for salt mines and Jewish quarter delights, concluding with a farewell feast of regional sausages and honey. Depart with memories of diverse flavors and cultural richness.

Day 1 :

Kraków

Morning: 🛬 Arrive in Kraków, the cultural capital of Poland. Lunch: Try the famous Obwarzanek krakowski, a traditional Kraków bagel, from a local bakery.

Afternoon: 🧭 Visit the Wawel Castle and explore the Old Town, including the Main Market Square and Cloth Hall.

Evening: 🍽️ Dinner: Indulge in a hearty meal featuring Kiełbasa krakowska sucha staropolska, a dry Old Polish sausage, at a traditional Polish restaurant.

Day 2 :

Zakopane

Morning: 🚍 Depart for Zakopane, known as the winter capital of Poland.
Breakfast: Start the day with Oscypek, a traditional smoked cheese made from sheep's milk, served with cranberry jam. Activity: Take a cable car ride to Gubałówka Hill for panoramic views of the Tatra Mountains. Lunch: Enjoy a picnic with local specialties such as Bryndza podhalańska, a sheep's milk cheese, and Redykołka, another regional cheese.

Afternoon: 🧭 Explore Krupówki Street for shopping and local crafts.

Evening: 🍽️ Dinner: Savor traditional highlander cuisine featuring Suska sechlońska, a dried plum, in a local restaurant.

Day 3 :

Nowy Sącz

Morning: 🚍 Travel to Nowy Sącz, a historic town in the heart of Małopolskie.
Breakfast: Start with Półtorak staropolski tradycyjny, a traditional mead, and local pastries.
Activity: Visit the open-air museum in nearby Sądecki Ethnographic Park to learn about local traditions and crafts. Lunch: Taste regional delicacies like Trójniak staropolski tradycyjny, another variety of traditional mead, paired with hearty Polish soups.

Afternoon: 🧭 Explore the historic center of Nowy Sącz, including the Market Square and St. Margaret's Basilica.

Evening: 🍽️ Dinner: Enjoy a feast of regional dishes such as Kiełbasa lisiecka, a local sausage, and Fasola z Doliny Dunajca, beans from the Dunajec Valley.

Day 4 :

Kraków

Morning: 🚍 Return to Kraków. Breakfast: Try Chleb prądnicki, a traditional bread from the region, with locally sourced honey. Activity: Visit the Wieliczka Salt Mine, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its underground chambers and saline lakes. Lunch: Taste the flavors of Galicia with Czosnek galicyjski, Galician garlic, incorporated into traditional Polish dishes.

Afternoon: 🧭 Explore Kazimierz, the historic Jewish quarter of Kraków, with its synagogues and atmospheric streets.

Evening: 🍽️ Farewell Dinner: Conclude your culinary journey with a traditional Polish feast featuring Kiełbasa piaszczańska, a sausage from the Małopolskie region, and Miód spadziowy z Beskidu Wyspowego, honey from the Beskid Wyspowy mountains.

Day 5 :

Departure

Morning: 🛫 Depending on your flight schedule, take a leisurely stroll around Kraków for any last-minute souvenirs or culinary treats before departing. This tour provides a comprehensive exploration of the culinary delights of Małopolskie, showcasing the region's diverse flavors and traditional specialties.