Poland Tours

From historical sites to natural wonders, Poland has much to offer for first-timers. Warsaw, the resilient capital city, was reborn from ruins of the World War II with monuments and museums to give an insight into its tragic history. Krakow, the ancient royal capital, is proud of abundant medieval architecture and UNESCO-listed salt mine and concentration camp. Soak up the stunning natural scenery on hills of the winter wonderland Zakopane. Take in the beauty of the Baltic Sea and get into the free spirit of Poland’s northernmost port city of Gdansk. Set your foot on the cobbled streets of Poznan and Torun, and embrace the blend of the charming past and present.

Poland is a favorable destination with mild climate. The best season to visit is between April and October. Summer (June to August) is best for outdoor activities, but you may face big crowds and hot weather. So, late spring (May to June) and early autumn (September to October) are more recommended with better experience. If you want to hike to the hills and take winter sports in Zakopane, December to February is a beautiful season for Poland tours.

Yes, it is generally safe for a Poland trip. Although there are now a lot of Ukrainian refugees in Poland, daily safety is relatively assured especially in major tourism cities like Warsaw, Krakow and Gdansk. Just take normal precautions and stay away from areas near the border with Ukraine.

The official language of Poland is Polish. But now English is widely spoken especially among young people in Poland. And you don’t need to worry about communication while eating in a restaurant. People working in the service industry, government, or business have a good command of English, and many of them can also speak German or Spanish fluently.

Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) and Krakow John Paul II International Airport (KRK) are the two major airports of Poland. Warsaw Chopin Airport is Poland's most important and busiest airport, where most international airlines stop. Lots of European airlines have direct connections to airports of Poland. Travelers from Canada and the United States can take non-stop flights from Toronto, New York and Chicago to the Chopin Airport.

For getting around major cities of Poland, public transportation is a reliable choice. Buses and trams are convenient in Warsaw and Krakow, and Warsaw also has metro lines. There are time tickets for tourists to travel around the city with unlimited transfers in a certain period of time. The 20-minute, 75-minute and 90-minute tickets are priced between 1 to 2 USD. With the Jakdojade app, you could purchase a ticket or check the schedule more conveniently. However, in less touristy cities, public transportation is not always efficient. Choose our in-depth Poland guided tours to save you troubles of transportation.

Polish food is rich and delectable. The most classical cuisine is the pierogi - Polish dumplings typically filled with potato and cheese, and also some are stuffed with chicken and mushrooms. Pierogi is usually boiled, while the baked and fried ones are popular as well. The smoked sausage - kielbasa is another traditional food, with strong flavor that is different from its German version. As for drinks, Polish vodka is highly recommended. Polish people like to eat kielbasa with vodka shots.

Generally, tipping is not mandatory in Poland, but it is rather appreciated in restaurants. If you think the food and service are pretty good, tipping 10% is suggested.