Traces of Jewish Culture from Krakow

Location:Krakow, Poland
Duration:4 hours (approx.)
TOUR Code:2145TRACES

From USD $42.01 View price calendar

While in Poland, don't forget to visit Kazimierz, historical area for Poland's Jews. Learn about the history, diverse Jewish groups, see some of the oldest synagogues in Poland, and visit a monument that commemorates the victims of the former Nazi concentration camp.

Highlights

Sightseeing tour of Jewish sites in Krakow
Explore Kazimierz, Krakow's historic Jewish district
See some of Poland's oldest synagogues
Learn about Jewish culture in Poland from the 14th century
Visit a monument for victims of Nazi concentration camps

Kazimierz, was named after the King Kazimierz lll who invited Jews to Poland in the 14th century, it became a flourishing area of Jewish religion and culture. Due to the policy of religious tolerance that prevailed in Poland from the 15th century, the area became a safe heaven for the diverse groups of Jewish refugees from all over Europe.

The Traces of Jewish Culture day tour aims to retrace this religious diversity which resulted in the construction of numerous synagogues (including the oldest of the preserved synagogues in Poland) and a very unique atmosphere which is still present. You might even recognize some of the sights that appeared in the Oscar winning Schindler's list which was shot in this area.

The tour ends with a visit to the monument commemorating the victims of the former Nazi concentration camp in Plaszów.

Schedule Details

Traces of Jewish Culture from Krakow

Departs:

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Departure Point: Tour departs from Hotel Cracovia in Krakow. Hotel pick ups commence at least one hour prior to this time. Departure Time:

Tour departs at 9:30am.

Duration:

4 hours (approx.)

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Additional Information

Inclusions:

Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Hotel pickup (selected hotels only)
Entrance ticket to the Old Synagogue, Remuh Synagogue and Cemetery

Exclusions:

Gratuities (optional)
Hotel drop off
Food and drinks

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