Krakow Day Trip from Warsaw: Schindler's Factory & guided tour

Six major Krakow landmarks in one day, from Warsaw

A full-day guided tour from Warsaw to Krakow for small groups, with hotel pickup, transportation by car or minibus, and admission to St. Mary's Basilica and Schindler's Factory included. The itinerary covers Wawel Royal Castle and Cathedral, the Main Market Square with its Gothic Cloth Hall, the Jewish Quarter of Kazimierz, and a traditional Polish lunch.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Main Market Square30m
2. St. Mary's Basilica15m · entry included
3. Wawel Cathedral30m
4. Wawel Royal Castle30m
5. Kazimierz (Jewish Quarter)1h 30m
6. Oskar Schindler's Factory1h 30m · entry included

Full-day Krakow tour from Warsaw

• Pickup from Warsaw hotel
• Travel to Krakow
• Visit Main Market Square
• Tour St. Mary's Basilica
• Explore Wawel Cathedral
• Visit Wawel Royal Castle
• Discover Kazimierz Jewish Quarter
• Tour Oskar Schindler's Factory
• Enjoy included lunch
• Return to Warsaw

The experience

The day starts with pickup from your Warsaw hotel and a drive to Krakow, where a live English-speaking guide meets the group. You'll spend the morning at the Main Market Square, one of Europe's largest medieval squares, and step inside St. Mary's Basilica to see the Veit Stoss altar, a masterpiece of Polish Gothic architecture. Wawel Royal Castle and Cathedral come next. The cathedral is where Polish monarchs were crowned, and the castle was the official royal residence until the 16th century.

After lunch (traditional Polish dishes like pierogi, chicken soup or schnitzel), the tour moves into Kazimierz, the historic Jewish Quarter, where synagogues and the district's distinctive character tell the area's layered history. The final stop is Schindler's Factory, the real location from the film "Schindler's List," now a museum of Jewish history and wartime experience. The group returns to Warsaw in the evening.

You choose your vehicle type at checkout (a standard car, premium car, or super premium option), and the same itinerary and inclusions apply across all three. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, as is the guided tour in English. Other languages are available on request if arranged in advance. The full day runs 16 hours from pickup to return.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Warsaw.
• transportation by car or minibus (your choice of vehicle type).
• admission to St. Mary's Basilica and Schindler's Factory.
• guided tour of Krakow in English.
• traditional Polish lunch with water.

Options for this experience

3 options

Standard carUp to 8 people · Guide in 6 languages · No fixed timeSedan (saloon) compact car for 1-3 people, or Opel Vivaro for 4-8 people; pickup is included

Premium carUp to 7 people · Guide in 6 languages · No fixed timeMercedes Vito for up to 7 people, model year 2016; includes pickup

Super premium carUp to 7 people · Guide in 6 languages · No fixed timeMercedes Vito for up to 7 people, model year 2026, or Mercedes GLE SUV4MATIC depending on current availability; pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (10 to 17 years) · Child (3 to 9 years) · Infant (under 3)

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Russian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 10 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportNot recommended with back problems

Operated by AB Poland Travel

Is this one for you?Choose the standard car if you're traveling solo or as a couple and want the full itinerary at the best price. The premium or super premium options suit larger groups or travelers who prefer more spacious seating for the 16-hour day.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Russian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (10 to 17 years); Child (3 to 9 years); Infant (under 3).

What is the Veit Stoss altar inside St. Mary's Basilica?

The Veit Stoss altar is a masterpiece of Polish Gothic architecture housed in St. Mary's Basilica on the Main Market Square. It is one of the most significant examples of medieval religious art in Poland and a highlight of the basilica's interior.

What does the traditional Polish lunch include?

Lunch features typical Polish dishes such as pierogi, chicken soup, or schnitzel, served with water. The exact menu varies by day and is included in the tour price.

Is Schindler's Factory admission included in the tour price?

Yes, admission to Schindler's Factory is included. The museum covers the history and experience of Jewish life during World War II and is the final stop before returning to Warsaw.

How early do I need to be ready for pickup?

The tour departs early in the morning from your Warsaw hotel to maximize time in Krakow. Exact pickup time will be confirmed when you book. Plan to be ready by early morning.