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Gdansk Tours
Our professional guides will offer you a special insight into the history, culture and wildlife of Gdansk. We can offer tours that appeal to your own personal interests; this really is the ideal way to explore the history, charm and culture of Gdansk, Sopot and Gdynia.
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When the High and Mighty were welcomed into the city of Gdansk, they were often treated to a procession (of which they were the object of attention and affection) along the "Royal Route". A series of splendid gates and a handful of Gdansk’s best known treasures lie upon this vaunted road, giving you a broad picture of the city’s history in just a few short blocks. Follow in the footsteps of Gdansk’s greatest sons, from Lords to Lech upon the Royal Route!
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Look in any direction (including strait up) and you’re sure to see one of Gdansk’s many lovely Churches. A host of Saints give their names to the cities countless tall towers, but Mary rises proudly above them all, in the tallest brick Church in the World. You’ll have a chance to stand in awe before them all via our walking tour of Gdansk’s religious institutions!
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Given the number of impressive buildings and incredible churches, it was something of a challenge for us to narrow down the best and brightest into one tour. However, we’re confident this expedition illustrates the most pressing sites to see in Gdansk. See first the Old Town’s famous landmarks before treating yourself to the unforgettable Oliwa Cathedral, complete with one of Europe’s musical marvels. Words couldn’t come close to telling the tale of this famous Organ!
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Having been something of a Hub upon which the history of Europe has spun for the last 70 years, Gdansk is a treasure of first hand information and accounts of humanity’s highest highs and lowest lows. There is more to be learned in Gdansk’s tiny Old Town than in any towering library. This tour lets you soak up history like a sponge! After your look into the past, relax and bask in the beauty of other unique treasures: the ‘tears of the sun’ or finished Amber to most! |
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Sopot - Renew & Rejuvenate in Poland’s Spa Town!
Long known for its naturally occurring healing properties, Sopot grew up as a Spa town catering to Europe’s elite. Fresh sea air and deeply restorative forests provide visitors with a Spa experience unlike any other. While man kind has given this wealthy town a few charming accents, Sopot’s organic features are its greatest gift!
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For Gdansk’s shipyard workers, the Cold war was always just a moment away from boiling over. Led by Lech Walesa, the Solidarity movement braved militarized police, Russian reprisal, and an uncertain future in its quest to acquire a better situation for the Polish people. A movement whose effects are still echoing across the globe was sure to leave its mark upon the city in which it was born. Join our Solidarity tour to visit some of the hottest points of the Cold War.
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This concentration camp to the east of Gdansk, was a site of the Nazi occupation of Poland. What began as a prison camp for Polish dissidents quickly became a terrible, often final destination for victims of Hitler’s Holocaust. Today, a number of the camp’s buildings still stand, a reminder of human cruelty and history. Visitors can walk through the remnants of those buildings, a museum, and a number of trails around the premises where they can catch a glimpse into the past.
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The construction was started in 1274. Between 1309 and 1457 Malbork was a capital of the state governed by the Teutonic Knights and the home of the Grand Master. Malbork is actually three castles nested in one another. The High, Middle and Low Castles are separated by additional dry moats and towers.The castle is a museum now. It contains weapons and Poland's largest collection of amber. In 1997 the castle was put on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
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In Sopot you can still come across plenty of old mansions which were owned by the rich Jewish families. There is also a Jewish cementery.
In Gdansk Wrzeszcz there is an ex-synagogue which is now being used as a music school as well as a Jewish 'GMINA'..
Great synagogue of Gdansk was destroyed by the Germans. The artwork was not damaged and the Germans allowed the 'GMINA' to purchase the artwork and at present they are the pride and joy of the Jewish museum in New York.
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If you prefer less walking and would enjoy more independent time in Gdansk this excursion is for YOU! Our guide will take you on a short walk through the Old Town in Gdansk, from The Green Gate, then will point out highlights such as the Long Wharf, the impressive architecture of the buildings and Long Market. You will then have approximately one hour of leisure. You can venture further into Old Town for exploration or shopping. At a designated time and place, you will meet your guide for the return walk to the coach or your ship. |
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