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Poland - Krakow
Youth Orchestra • Sacred Choir • Secular Choir • Band
- Poland’s finest city
- Warm reception for musicians
- Home to the country’s oldest university
Krakow is the most beautiful of all Polish cities. Largely unspoilt since the 13th century, Krakow is an architectural gem and has been rewarded with the status of a UNESCO World Cultural Site. The city’s centre is a huge medieval square, while the city’s Wawel Castle perches on a hill just outside the Old Town. Sights not to miss include the city’s Jewish quarter, made famous in recent times by the film ‘Schindler’s List’ and the salt mines of Wieliczka.
Concerts
Krakow has a thriving cultural programme throughout the year. Many of the city’s glorious churches hold concerts, while participation in Mass is also welcomed. There are several cultural centres in the surrounding area; these include the district of Nowa Huta, a Communist ‘new town’, and the pretty town of Myslenice, half way between Krakow and the Tatra mountains to the south of Krakow.
Suggested itinerary (choir)Day 1 - Depart by coach for daytime Eurotunnel crossing, followed by overnight coach journey Day Two - Afternoon arrival in Krakow. Remainder of day at leisure. Day Three - Full day’s sightseeing in Krakow. To include the main square, cloth hall, St. Mary’s church and the castle complex. Evening concert at St Peter and St Paul’s church Day Four - Morning’s visit to Auschwitz concentration camp. Afternoon excursion to Wielizcka salt mines. Evening concert at church of St Anna, Nowa Huta. Day Five - Full day visit to the mountain resort of Zakopane. Take the funicular train to the summit of Gubalowka, see the wooden village of Chocholow and spend time shopping in town for typical highlander goods. Evening concert in the church of the Holy Cross. Return to Krakow. Day Six - Morning at leisure in Krakow for final sightseeing and shopping. Afternoon departure for overnight coach journey. Day Seven - Lunchtime Eurotunnel crossing for afternoon arrival home. |
Excursions
Wieliczka Salt Mines: amazing mines some 150m below ground, with fascinating features such as a chapel, completely carved from salt.
Auschwitz: deeply moving visit (12 years and over only) to the world renowned death camp.
Pieskowa Skala: imposing castle in the beautiful Ojcow National Park.
Mountain resort of Zakopane (2 hours’ drive)
Accommodation
The Hotel Tyniecki is a stylish three star hotel situated only 5 km from the city centre. The hotel offers a high standard of accommodation with en suite rooms and meeting rooms that can be used for rehearsals.
Freephone 0800 496 4996
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| INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| MINIMUM DURATION | 7 DAYS 4 NIGHTS |
| EXTRA NIGHTS | RING FOR DETAILS |
| COACH TYPE | EXECUTIVE 48-SEATER WITH AIR CONDITIONING |
| TOUR MANAGER | LOCAL |
| MEALS | HALF BOARD |
| JOURNEY FROM CALAIS | 22 HOURS |
