WARSAW: FUNKY AND FRESH

As the capital of Poland, Warsaw is the political centre of the country. It is located on the Vistula River, roughly 260 kilometres from the Baltic Sea and 300 kilometres (190 mi) from the Carpathian Mountains.

Warsaw is a bustling metropolis and features an unforgettable history. During WWII, Warsaw was razed to the ground by bombing raids and planned destruction. After liberation, rebuilding began as in other cities of the communist-ruled PRL. Most of the historical buildings were thoroughly reconstructed. However, some of the buildings from the 19th century that had been preserved in reasonably reconstructible form were nonetheless eradicated in the 1950s and 1960s. Mass residential blocks were erected, with basic design typical of Eastern bloc countries. Public spaces attract heavy investment, so that the city has gained entirely new squares, parks and monuments. Warsaw’s current urban landscape is one of modern and contemporary architecture. Warsaw’s palaces, churches and mansions display a richness of color and architectural details. Buildings are representatives of nearly every European architectural style and historical period. The city has wonderful examples of architecture from the gothic, renaissance, baroque and neoclassical periods, all of which are located within easy walking distance of the town centre.

Day 1 – Friday

Arrival – Warsaw Sightseeing

Arrival. Transfer to the hotel.
Afternoon: Half-day- walking tour of the Polish capital – Warsaw. It is the largest city in Poland. This is a bustling metropolis, on top of this; it is a city with unique history. During the tour we will visit the city’s most important and interesting monuments. Among other things, the Royal Castle, Old Town and New Town Market Square and the Palace-Garden Complex in the Łazienki. This is one of the most beautiful complexes of this type in Europe; it was founded in the seventeenth century. It hosts numerous cultural and entertainment events, a captivating place due to its stunning greenery and marvelous architecture.
Dinner. Overnight stay in Warsaw.

Day 2 – Saturday

Zelazowa Wola

After the breakfast we will travel to Żelazowa Wola – the meeting point of many music fans from all over the world. Here stands the house where Chopin was born. After the sightseeing, in the lovely park we can enjoy the Chopin music. After the piano concert we will continue trip to Brochów, small village with a gothic church, where Chopin was baptized and the Chopin`s parents took their wedding oath. Continue to Sasanki a place where Fryderyk spend his holiday in the summer in of 1828.
Afternoon: Leisure time.
Dinner. Overnight stay in Warsaw.

Day 3 – Sunday

Departure

After breakfast check out of the hotel and departure for the airport. Have a nice flight!