Krakow: River Cruise on Catamaran with Audio Guide & Płaszów Concentration Camp Guided Tour
Krakow: River Cruise on Catamaran with Audio Guide & Płaszów Concentration Camp Guided Tour
Duration: 2.5 hours (approx.)
2.5 hours (approx.)
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Explore Krakow with this dual experience featuring a River Cruise on Catamaran, complete with an audio guide and followed by a guided tour of Płaszów Concentration Camp. Begin your journey at the Bulwar Inflancki water tram stop “Paulinska” for check-in before embarking on a one-way cruise along the Vistula River. The visit continues to what was once a Nazi German labor camp, now serving as a memorial landscape with insights into its history and connections to Oskar Schindler provided by an expert guide.
Explore Krakow with this dual experience featuring a River Cruise on Catamaran, complete with an audio guide and followed by a guided tour of Płaszów Concentration Camp. Begin your journey at the Bulwar Inflancki water tram stop “Paulinska” for check-in before embarking on a one-way cruise along the Vistula River. The visit continues to what was once a Nazi German labor camp, now serving as a memorial landscape with insights into its history and connections to Oskar Schindler provided by an expert guide.
From Krakow's Podgórze district, this guided tour takes you to a former WWII concentration camp with an audio guide for historical insights.
Cruise along Poland’s largest river on the Vistula River aboard a catamaran equipped with modern sound systems and heated decks for comfort year-round.
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Experience an engaging mix of architecture including the Cathedral within the historic castle grounds – a beloved part of Krakow’s heritage.
In Poland’s suburbs, learn about the grim past and labor conditions during WWII through your guide's insights into the former Płaszów concentration camp.
Hear stories of deportation in 1942 and stand before silent monuments that are all that remain today at this historic site.
Guidance by an Experienced English-speaking Guide at the Plaszów concentration camp
Access to Guided walking tour of the former Płaszów Concentration Camp Once, Nazi German Features
Cruise on a modern catamaran for One-way short voyage along Vistula River with audio guide (on the cruise)
Entry via Single tram ticket
Hotel collection and drop
Meals and beverages
Souvenirs, personal costs
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Extra travel outside of included tram pass
Vistula River cruise boat docked with ferris wheel in background, Krakow, Poland.
This unique package combines a Vistula River cruise with an insightful visit to Płaszów Concentration Camp. The journey begins at the Bulwar Inflancki water tram stop “Paulinska” where you'll check in for your one-way catamaran ride, complete with audio guide.
Getting started
Your adventure starts near the Paulinska area of Bulwar Inflancki. From there, start a Vistula River cruise featuring an English-speaking expert's commentary, followed by a guided tour at Płaszów Concentration Camp.
What to expect
The former Nazi German labor and concentration camp site now serves as a memorial landscape. An experienced guide will share its history, highlighting memorials like the Grey House vicinity and connections with Oskar Schindler's legacy from "Out of Hearts".
Features
- The tour includes visits to significant sites such as the area around the Grey House, remnants of Jewish cemeteries, roll-call squares, and the Monument of Torn-Out Hearts. Each site's historical importance will be explained.
- During your cruise on the Vistula River, enjoy views from a catamaran with an audio guide providing context about landmarks like Kościuszko’s Mound, Norbertan Sisters Monastery, Wawel Royal Castle, Manggha Museum, and Church on the Rock.
Located in Krakow: this experience offers both historical insight and scenic beauty along your journey through Poland's rich past. The combined tour provides a complete understanding of Płaszów Concentration Camp’s history within an approximately short visit duration.
Vistula River in Kraków with Cricoteka and bridge during river cruise.
Tour guide explaining the Płaszów Concentration Camp memorial to visitors.
Vistula River cruise boat docked with ferris wheel in background, Krakow, Poland.
Vistula River in Kraków with Cricoteka and bridge during river cruise.
Tour guide explaining the Płaszów Concentration Camp memorial to visitors.
Historic building at Płaszów Concentration Camp site, Kraków, surrounded by greenery.
- It's advisable to wear comfortable walking shoes for the excursion.
Suitable clothing is essential as tours run in all types of weather conditions.
Tour Details and Schedule
- The entire experience lasts around 3 hours.
- Walking segments are guided, while the river portion features an audio guide for commentary.
- All group tours feature live guiding in English only; other languages aren't available.
Please ensure you arrive at least 10 minutes early. Latecomers won’t be accommodated or refunded.
Meeting Points and End Location
- The tour begins at Bulwar Inflancki, adjacent to the “Paulinska” water tram stop.
The final destination is Henryka Kamieńskiego 57, 30-644 Kraków.
Interior seating area of Vistula River Cruise boat with large windows and a bar.
Tour guide pointing at a model of Płaszów Concentration Camp during guided tour.
Historic building at Płaszów Concentration Camp site, Kraków, surrounded by greenery.
Interior seating area of Vistula River Cruise boat with large windows and a bar.
Tour guide pointing at a model of Płaszów Concentration Camp during guided tour.
Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the season as part of this tour operates in all weather conditions.
The duration is approximately 3 hours; consider starting early to make the most out of your visit, especially if you plan other activities afterward.
To ensure a smooth experience at Płaszów Concentration Camp, arrive on time for check-in near Bulwar Inflancki water tram stop “Paulinska.”
Since group tours are conducted in one language with live guiding available only in English, make sure to join an English-language tour if you're not comfortable with other languages.
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