Discover Poland’s wooden architecture on a private UNESCO tour from Krakow. Visit Gothic churches, manors, and palaces. Enjoy hotel pick-up and drop-off.
- Lipnica Murowana - The tour begins with a hotel pick-up in Krakow, followed by a 1.5-hour drive to Lipnica Murowana.
The first stop is Lipnica Murowana, where you’ll visit St. Leonard’s Church, constructed at the end of the 15th century. This church is one of six wooden churches in southern Lesser Poland that are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Church of St. Philip and St. James the Apostles - The next destination is the village of Sękowa, home to another example of Gothic wooden architecture: St. Philip’s and St. James’s Church, built at the beginning of the 15th century. This church is often referred to as the “Pearl of Beskid Niski.”
- Greek Catholic Church of Protection of Our Most Holy Lady in Owczary - The final stop is Owczary, where you’ll find the Orthodox Church of the Protection of The Holy Virgin. This is one of the oldest Lemko tserkovs, dating back to the mid-17th century.
Afterward, there is a 3-hour drive back to Krakow.
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Entrance tickets
- Parking fees
- Lunch
The Polish countryside is adorned with quaint, adorned wooden structures, an important part of its cultural heritage. Most of these structures are Catholic and Orthodox churches, but you’ll see the same beautiful workmanship in manors, palaces, and even family homes across the countryside. We’ll take you in an air-conditioned van to the best places, including those on the UNESCO World Heritage list, to experience this striking element of Polish heritage. Learn about how and why this particular style of wooden architecture flourished in Poland Visit a Gothic church named the “Pearl of Beskid Niski” Explore the manors, palaces, and rural and municipal buildings that showcase regional architectural style Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
