Discovering Poland: Where Jewish History Meets Vibrant Culture
Prices starting at $3,800 per person
Trace Poland’s story through resilience, remembrance, and renewal — from royal cities to the heart of Jewish heritage.
Journey through Poland’s layered history, from the royal avenues of Warsaw to the cultural heart of Kraków. This educational experience brings together the country’s past and present — where medieval castles, World War II memorials, and vibrant neighborhoods reveal a nation that has rebuilt itself time and again. You’ll uncover stories of strength, creativity, and faith as you explore cities that blend Gothic charm with modern vitality. Engage with local guides, students, and historians who will bring Poland’s complex narrative to life — offering perspective, connection, and understanding along the way.
Top 6 Highlights of Discovering Poland
Old Town Warsaw
Walk cobblestone streets, historic squares, and royal routes that reveal the city’s dramatic story of destruction and rebirth.Royal Warsaw & Uprising Legacy
Explore elegant parks and palaces, and visit the interactive museum that chronicles the city’s wartime resilience.Historic Kraków
Uncover the stories behind Wawel Castle, St. Mary’s Basilica, and the city’s beautifully preserved Old Town.
Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial
Reflect at one of history’s most significant memorial sites during a guided visit with educational experts.Kazimierz Jewish Quarter
Wander a neighborhood where synagogues, cafés, and music halls keep centuries of Jewish culture alive.Wieliczka Salt Mine
Descend underground to discover Poland’s most extraordinary UNESCO World Heritage site.
7 Days in Poland
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Arrive in Poland’s capital city and begin your journey with an introduction to Warsaw’s Old Town, a symbol of the nation’s spirit and rebirth.
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A free day to use however the city calls you. The Deutsches Museum is one of the largest science and technology museums in the world and worth most of a day on its own. The English Garden is larger than Central Park and has a river surfing wave running through it year-round. The Nymphenburg Palace grounds are worth the tram ride. Or simply find a café, pick a neighborhood, and let Munich work on you.
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Walk through grand parks and palaces that reflect centuries of royal history, then visit a powerful museum that honors Warsaw’s wartime resistance. In the evening, travel south to Kraków, Poland’s cultural capital.
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Stroll through one of Europe’s best-preserved medieval cities, where legends of kings, scholars, and artists echo through historic streets and castle courtyards.
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Visit the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial to learn from history and honor those who perished. Later, return to Kraków’s Kazimierz district to explore the traditions, food, and music that define Jewish life in Poland today.
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Travel to the Wieliczka Salt Mine, a breathtaking underground world of carved chapels and shimmering tunnels — a fitting finale to a journey that celebrates endurance and creativity.
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Depart Poland with a deeper understanding of its history, people, and spirit — carrying home lessons of remembrance and renewal.
