Saint John Paul II Private Day Tour from Krakow

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UNESCO Kalwaria Zebrzydowska from the top — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Lagiewniki and center of John Paul2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

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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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Guide: English
Operated by: Krakow Tours by KrakowDirect

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Adults (5–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Audio guide in home of John Paul II
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: WiFi access
Included: Transport by air-conditioned, private minivan
Included: Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Included: Live commentary on board
Included: Insurance

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified
Not included: Lunch (available to purchase)

Itinerary

Family Home of John Paul II

2 hours Admission included

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

one hour Admission included

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

one hour Admission included

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.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

The Crown Krakow - Handwritten Collection
AC Hotel Krakow
Hotel Maximum
Antique Apartments
Hotel Alexander
Hotel Estera
Art Suites Hotel
Xerion Hotel
A. Liebeskind Boutique Hotel
Plantonia Aparthotel
Hello Aparthotel
Great Polonia Krakow Kazimierz

and 222 more pickup points

All hotels or apartments in Krakow

Using your ticket

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

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

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.