Krakow School Trips
IBT Travel
Krakow was the capital of Poland for many centuries and as such has gathered many of the countries artefacts within its World Heritage boundaries. A picturesque medieval city that boasts Europe's largest central square surrounded by the most beautiful buildings and monuments. Krakow's buildings remained unscathed through the Second World War and the area offers a fascinating insight into that era with Auschwitz concentration camp, Schindler's Factory and the Galicia Jewish Museum. Add to this the nearby salt mines and you have a complete educational package available in the city. 
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Example Itineraries for our 2026 trips
DAY 1
• Flight from UK to Krakow
• Transfer from Krakow airport to hotel and travel to accommodation.
• Boat Cruise on the Vistula River
• Evening meal in hotel
DAY 2
• Breakfast in hotel followed by tour at Auschwitz - Birkenau
• Evening meal in hotel
DAY 3
• Breakfast in hotel
• Visit to Wawel Castle
• Walking Tour of the Jewish Quarter & Stara Synagogue
• Evening meal in hotel
DAY 4
• Breakfast in hotel
• Visit to Wieliczka Salt Mines
• Coach transfer to airport
• Flight back to the UK
• Flight from UK to Krakow
• Transfer from Krakow airport to hotel and travel to accommodation.
• Boat Cruise on the Vistula River
• Evening meal in hotel
DAY 2
• Breakfast in hotel followed by tour at Auschwitz - Birkenau
• Evening meal in hotel
DAY 3
• Breakfast in hotel
• Visit to Wawel Castle
• Walking Tour of the Jewish Quarter & Stara Synagogue
• Evening meal in hotel
DAY 4
• Breakfast in hotel
• Visit to Wieliczka Salt Mines
• Coach transfer to airport
• Flight back to the UK
Which Curriculum Subjects do we cater for?
Cultural
Click to read full text Krakow, a city in southern Poland, offers a rich cultural experience for school trips. The city has a strong historical and artistic heritage, with well-preserved medieval architecture and numerous museums. Students can explore the Wawel Castle, a former royal residence, and the Cloth Hall, a historic market hall with a stunning Renaissance-style interior. The city also has a vibrant cultural scene, with numerous festivals and events throughout the year, such as the Krakow Film Festival and the Krakow Jazz Festival. Additionally, students can experience the city's traditional folk music and dance, as well as its delicious local cuisine.
History
Click to read full text Krakow played a significant role during the World War II. School group have the opportunity to explore the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, a former concentration camp where millions of people were persecuted and killed and to understand the atrocities committed by the Nazi regime.
Additionally, school groups can visit the Schindler's Factory Museum, which tells the story of Oskar Schindler, a German businessman who saved the lives of over 1,000 Jews during the war, which provide a powerful lesson on courage and humanity.
The Krakow Ghetto, where thousands of Jews were forcibly relocated and suffered under Nazi rule, is another important historical site that can help school groups grasp the severity of the war's impact on Poland and its people, making Krakow an ideal destination for learning about this pivotal moment in history.
Religious Education
Click to read full text Krakow's Jewish community, with roots dating back to the 12th century, is a testament to a vibrant cultural and religious heritage that flourished for centuries, particularly in the Kazimierz district. Key sites include the Remuh Synagogue, built in 1556, which serves as a functioning house of prayer and features a historic cemetery reflecting the community's deep ties to the area. The nearby High Synagogue, the oldest in Kazimierz, showcases Renaissance architecture and has been a focal point for Jewish life and learning.
Exploring these synagogues, along with museums and historical sites, will provide school groups with an insight into the customs, traditions, and resilience of Jewish culture in Krakow, highlighting both its tragic past during the Holocaust and its ongoing revival today.
What size groups do we cater for?
Any group size is possible, please contact us to discuss your requirements
Access for visitors with disabilities?
Yes
Visitors with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?
Yes
Anything else?
Fully customised tour itineraries available
Who are IBT Travel?
When you choose to book with IBT, you are guaranteed support, assistance and a seamless delivery at every stage of your trip. We understand how challenging it can be to organise a trip for a large group, so we strive to be there for you when you need us.
With 40 years of sending groups on trips, we have unrivalled expertise in operating school tours. We know the cities and resorts we send our groups to inside and out; we get to know those who will be taking care of you when you arrive, and we know what makes a great trip.
We are an established business with a loyal customer base, excellent customer support and strong relationships with resort staff. We are there when you need us and provide all the information you need to have a great trip. We will make sure you are prepared and are always available to answer any questions you might have. Unlike many other operators, you will leave for your trip confident that should you need assistance, IBT Travel will be there for you.
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