Krakow Vistula Cruise and Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour
Unwind on a modern boat as you glide along the Vistula River, taking in some of Krakow's most beautiful sights. Whether you’re enjoying the cozy heated deck and plush leather sofas on cooler days or soaking up the sun and stunning views from the upper deck on warmer days, you’ll feel right at home.
After your cruise, board a bus for a trip to Wieliczka, a charming town near Krakow, known for its historic salt mine, one of the largest and oldest in Europe. The mine reaches a depth of 340 meters and contains over 245 kilometers of tunnels and corridors. The tourist route covers more than 3 kilometers, featuring over 20 chambers, underground lakes, and a variety of passageways and structures. A highlight of the tour is the extraordinary Church of St. Kinga, an underground chapel adorned with chandeliers, carvings, and statues all carved from salt. The mine is also known for its therapeutic microclimate, and at a depth of 135 meters, you'll find an underground sanatorium.
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Krakow Vistula Cruise and Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour
What's included in Krakow Vistula Cruise and Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
River Vistula Krakow
Sailing on a catamaran on the Vistula River on a small two-way cruise, you will get to know Krakow's monuments, visible from the side of the river. Admire all the most important places in Krakow from the Vistula River. See Krakow from a new perspective as you follow the flow of the queen of Polish rivers.
Kosciuszko's Mound (Kopiec Kosciuszki)Pass-by Only
The Kościuszko Mound in Krakow is one of the five mounds located in Krakow. It was erected in honor of Tadeusz Kościuszko - a great patriot and leader of the national uprising
Monastery of the Norbertan SistersPass-by Only
Fortified like a castle, this mighty monastery, founded in the 12th century, was destroyed and rebuilt several times. The most important Krakow traditions are also associated with it: here, on Monday after Easter, the annual Emmaus festival is celebrated. Hence, the Lajkonik procession - the most important symbol of Krakow - sets off every June.
Inclusions
- Transfer Krakow-Wieliczka-Krakow
- Group tour of the mine with a guide
- Sightseeing cruise on the Vistula River (~1h)
- Admission ticket to the mine
- Food & drinks
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note that part of the tour is walking and operated by a live guide. The rest of the tour includes the care of the driver (cruise, transfer), without a guide
- The regular Salt Mine tour requires lots of walking and climbing stairs.
- Please remember that it is quite cool in the mine (between 14° C and 16° C). Make sure to take warmer clothing even in summer and wear comfortable shoes, as well.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Let's meet at the Inflancki Boulevard 3, at the bank of Vistula river, next to the water tram stop called "Paulinska” (in Polish: Przystanek tramwajowy „Paulińska"). Look for the person with a "Cracow Boat" sign, wait please for the boat with the name "Cracowboat".
