Saint John Paul II Private Day Tour from Krakow
The John Paul II route tour covers the most important places connected with the pope. The main attractions are the John Paul the II Museum established in the pope's family home, visiting Kalwaria Zebrzydowska (listed at UNESCO), and the Sanctuary of Divine Mercy in Krakow. This full-day tour by minivan with an English-speaking driver is a pirvate tour and group in museum has maximum of 15 people.
*Please be aware that Licensed Guided (in English, Spanish or Italian) is only at Wadowice Musuem. Othere venues does not include guide. Driver speaks english and polish only.
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Saint John Paul II Private Day Tour from Krakow
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Family Home of John Paul II
Meet a driver at your accommodations in Krakow for 9am departure, then begin the hour-long trip to Wadowice, Pope John Paul II's hometown in southern Poland. Make the first stop of the day at the John Paul II Family Museum, established in the Pope's family home, with a series of interactive exhibits that follow his life year by year, from his early childhood through his time as a student, the Second World War, his period as a priest, and the attempt against his life. There is no live Guide during COVID - only audioguide.
Kalwaria Zebrzydowska Santuario
After roughly two hours in Wadowice, continue to the Kalwaria Zebrzydowska Sanctuary, the second most frequently-visited pilgrimage sanctuary in Poland and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You'll have about an hour in Kalwaria Zebrzydowska Sanctuary.
Sanctuary of Divine Mercy
Now head to the Sanctuary of Divine Mercy and the John Paul II center in Łagiewniki. You'll see some of the pope's relics alongside those of St. Faustyna Kowalska, who was canonized by John Paul II, and discover an impressive basilica that was consecrated by John Paul II in 2012. This full-day tour concludes with drop-off at the original departure point.
Inclusions
- Audio guide in home of John Paul II
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- WiFi access
- Transport by air-conditioned, private minivan
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
- Live commentary on board
- Insurance
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Lunch (available to purchase)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
- Tour guide is included only in Saint John Paul 2 Museum. At Kalwaria Zebrzydowska Sancturay, Sanctuary of Divine Mercy and John Paul II center in Łagiewniki there is only assistance of english speaking driver.
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• A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark