Tour Essentials
John Paul II was the first pope from Poland and the first non-Italian bishop of Rome in 455 years. During his pontificate, John Paul II undertook a great number of trips abroad.
Travel Details
- Departure times: 9:00
- Duration: 5 Hours
- Starts & ends in: Krakow
What to bring:
- Packed Lunch
- Rucksack
- Comfortable Footwear
Included in price:
- Tour Guide
- Hotel / Hostel Pickup
Tour Itinerary
The visit provides the opportunity of seeing the places where the young Karol Wojtyla lived, for instance his home town Wadowice - the place where the greatest Pole of the 20th century was born. After a visit to the Pope's House and the Basilica, visitors must not miss the famous cream-cakes of Wadowice. Another place of interest is the Sanctuary in Kalwaria Zebrzydowska founded in the early 17th century. In 1999, it was designated as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The Sanctuary comprises a Baroque basilica with The Lady of Kalwaria miraculous picture, a monastery and a complex of churches and chapels - all of them against the picturesque backdrop of hills and greenery. Kalwaria is also home to John Paul II's reliquary and has preserved numerous souvenirs of his visits. £agiewniki – the Sanctuary of Divine Mercy is a tribute to the life of St. Faustyna Kowalska. Since the 1940s, it is a pilgrimage destination visited for the famous painting which depicts the Lord's Mercy and for the grave of St. Faustyna. The life of John Paul II was in a particular way marked with the mystery of Divine Mercy which constituted an important part of his pontificate. The excursion ends under the famous "papal window" in the Archbishops' Palace.
Important:
Language: EN
Meeting point set individually
Tour for minimum 2 people!
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Cancellation Policy
- In the event of cacellation the deposit paid is non refundable.
- Failure to make cancellations 24 hours before the commencement of the tour will result in FULL PAYMENT being taken from the credit card.
- The balance (total fee - online deposit) must be paid 1 week(s) in advance.