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BIESZCZADY MOUNTAINS HIKING PLUS CRACOW CITY TOUR
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DAY I - Arrival and transfer to Bieszczady Mountains Welcome at the airport, transfer to the Bieszczady Mountains by car (ca. 3-4 hour drive), accommodation. Reccommended accommodation location*: Wetlina - little quiet village in the heart of Bieszczady wilderness, at the foot of the most picturesque Bieszczady range, just outside the National Park boundaries, with convenient access to many hiking trails and areas Depending on the flight arrival time and arrival in Bieszczady, the rest of the day can be spent on a short hike around the village to acclimate.*subject to room availability; specific venue (local bed and breakfast) will be selected and confirmed after participants' booking of the tour for specific dates
DAYS II - IV Bieszczady Mountains hiking(3 nights including the arrival day) + transfer to Beskid Niski rural area on DAY IV Hiking through the vast Bieszczady forests of Bieszczady National Park, through the valleys and meadows, little half-deserted villages to enjoy the pristine environment, admire the architecture of local cottages and the beauty of old wooden Orthodox churches. Reccommended hiking routes (final selection to be made on location, depending on participants' preferences, weather conditions, etc.): - along the top of the main Bieszczady range (involves a bit of climbing) - Polonina Wetlinska and Polonina Carynska (magnificent views into Polish, Ukrainian and Slovak ranges)- along the Polish-Ukrainian border to look for traces of old settlements (deserted after WWII due to forced re-locations of residents)- along the Polish-Slovak border and venturing into Slovakia to explore entirely unpopulated areas for possible wildlife encounters- along the Solinskie Lake (outside the National Park area), across the hills and farmlands .Each hike will be ca. 6 hours long, 3 hikes of such duration will be possible in Bieszczady Mountains. It may be necessary to drive (up to 1 hour) from the accommodation location to the hike's starting point. DAY IV (07/09/2005) - transfer to Beskid Niski mountain range (adjoining the Bieszczady Mountains in the west) - up to 1.5-hour drive, leaving Bieszczady Mountains in the afternoon after this day's hike in Bieszczady; accommodation in Zawadka Rymanowska (recommended location)*.*subject to room availability, location will be confirmed after participants' booking of the tour for specific dates
DAYS V - VI - Hiking in Beskid Niski Mountains Beskid Niski Mountains are located west of Bieszczady. It is a hilly area of low altitudes (ca. 600-700 m), with mild grassy slopes, occasionally overgrown with forests. Being outside national park areas, the region is ideal for cross-country hiking (no obligation to follow the marked trails) across the hills and farmlands. Two full days can be spent on hiking in this area. Each hike will be 5-6 hours long. Driving to the hike starting point may be required (up to 1 hour drive). Dinner may be served on return to the accommodation location - depending on participants' preferences; dinner has to be ordered on the same day during breakfast time the latest.
DAY VII - Transfer to Cracow + Auschwitz tour Driving from Beskid Niski Mountains to Auschwitz (ca. 3.5-hour drive) for the full tour of the camp. The tour takes ca. 3 hours. The drive from Auschwitz to Cracow is a bit under 1 hour .Arriving in Cracow in late afternoon/early evening, accommodation in a 2/3-star hotel.
DAY VIII - Cracow city tour The Royal Cracow (ca. 4-5 hours).The Royal Cracow - the city with over a 1000 years history, the seat of the Polish kings for more than five centuries, it still exudes an air of glamour and dignity as you walk along its medieval walls. It is best to visit the historic Old Town by following the traditional route which was always taken by legates to the king. Starting off from Florianska Str. and passing through the Florian Gate you will find yourself within the Old Town's walls. A visit to the Czartoryski Museum and its collection of art and armour will give you a good insight into the old Cracow way of living .Back to Florianska Street you will get to the medieval market square (Europe's largest) where you can listen to the bugle call being played at noon; each house around the square has a different history to tell; the medieval trading house occupying the centre of the square now houses souvenir stalls with a rich display of traditional folk craft as well as a collection of the 19th century Polish art. Leaving the market square through Grodzka Street will take you to the castle hill. Wawel, as it is called, witnessed nearly all of the royal coronations and burial in the Polish history. A visit to the royal chambers, the treasury or the castle chapel simply cannot be missed (visiting included). On your way back to the Old Town it is also worth having a look at the Jagiellonian University (one of Europe's oldest). It is best to spend the rest of the day wandering around the Old Town little streets, popping into numerous galleries, cafes, etc .The Jewish Cracow (ca. 2-3 hours) - depending on departure time, this part of the tour can be moved to the following day .Kazimierz District - the traditional Jewish quarter was occupied by the Jews already from 14/15 centuries until 1939. A visit to its Little Market, the Old Synagog and the historic streets and houses will make a lasting impression. Tracing Jewish sites you can't miss the famous Schindler's factory, featured in the "Schindler's List" movie. The factory is still partly in use, its different buildings being rented to small businesses,yet sometimes private touring is possible to arrange.A trip to the nearby town of Wieliczka (ca. 20-minute drive) to visit the salt mine (of medieval origin). The site is on the Worldwide Heritage List. The visit will not only reveal the way of traditional salt-mining techniques, but will also present magnificent underground chambers with salt sculptures and ornaments .The site can only be visited on a guided tour (always with the local guide). The proposed tour (in English) will start at 5 PM to end by 8 PM. Returning to Cracow by 8:30 PM.
DAY IX - Departure Depending on the flight schedule, continuing the city tour in the morning. Transfer to the airport.
OUTBOUND TRAVEL DETAILS
DEPARTURE DATE
LOCATION Cracow
TIME
Recommended hiking gear:
Obligatory:
trekking boots (water proof), ideally ones that reach above ankles
wind- and water-proof jacket
a fleece pullover
small backpack to hold clothes and snacks for a day's hike
a small first-aid kit (one for two, your guide will carry one as well)
a head-strapped torch and spare batteries (at least 1 for two)
Optional (for more comfort):
water-proof gaiters (snow gaiters) to prevent rain/mud from getting inside the boots
wind- and water-proof trousers
a water bag (for convenience, instead of carrying a bottle)
trekking poles
allu mugs (your guide will carry a gas cooker so a hot drink during your hikes will be available)
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