Warsaw, Jura Krakowsko-Czestochowska - climbing, Cracov, The Wieliczka Salt Mine, The Pieniny Mountains- the Dunabe - rafting, The Tatra Mountains - trekking, Zywiec - biking, Szczyrk - paragliding, Bielsko Biala, Prague

Total: 700 mi / 1100 km

Luxury Guest Houses, Cozy Mountain Hostels,

$2999

Professional equipment rental, (kayaks, bikes, four-wheelers, professional diving and climbing equipment, life jackets); basic courses in all disciplines you will come across, a qualified English-speaking tour guide, the assistance of courier and coaches, transport in Poland, full room and board accommodation: breakfast, lunch, dinner; comprehensive insurance; taxes, tips, highway tolls, maps, compass.

Excess luggage (over 55 lb / 25 kilos), alcoholic beverages, extra tips, personal daily expenses, additional sport attractions not included in the program.

3-8

14 days

1. Jul 31 - Aug 13

Apart from usual travel clothes, also pack warm clothes, because even in July you can feel extremely chilly and get goose pimples, not least while paragliding high in the air or climbing Poland's highest mountains (anorak, gloves, cap) trekking boots, sport clothes, swimsuit, small backpack, camelbak, sunglasses, camera, sunscreen.

So your adventure has started! You've landed in our amazing country. Expect lots of adventures to come. Are you ready? We leave the airport and head for a retreat near Warsaw, where you can recover from jet lag and unwind after a long journey. However stay alert! Some delightful surprises are going to be sprung on you. First you will enjoy a welcome dinner in the evening when traditional Polish food will be served.

In the morning, after a delicious, traditional Polish breakfast, we will show you the most interesting spots in the capital. While still remaining still spellbound by the atmosphere and architecture of Warsaw, we will have to hit the road again. The same day we will journey to a Polish Jurassic Park: Jura Krakowsko-Czestochowska.

In the morning we will set off to explore the countryside. You will be enchanted by white rocks and their marvelous shapes and the serenity of the woods. We will take you to the very place where Polish rock climbers gather. Our professional coach will assist you if you've never had an opportunity to climb before. If you are a keen climber, though, you can take the challenge and bag a peak together with Polish climbers!

Next morning you can continue perfecting your climbing skills. For those of you who want to, we have many different rappelling games to offer. For those of you who would rather go on a tour in the area, there will be available one. There will be an opportunity to do some spelunking, listen to legends, and visit the ancient medieval castle on the Pieskowa Skala.
In the evening we will reach the historical city of Cracov, which abounds in wonderful sights. Afterwards you may enjoy a time in the swimming pool or sauna to wind down.

We are not going to bore you by telling longwinded stories of museums, monuments and national heroes, because they are so numerous. Instead, we will show you round the most interesting and surprising places. How about the oldest operating company in the world? It's the Wieliczka Salt Mine, near Cracov, where salt has been dug out there for 800 years. There are some wonderful carvings made entirely from salt, including a chapel and beautiful chandeliers. Later that day we will strike south to the mountains.

In the mountains you will have an opportunity to display your talents. We will start with water attractions. You can pick and choose between canoeing, rafting or swimming. Gain professional coaches and rescuers will assist you. It is bound to be a "wet" day. In the evening there will be yet more enjoyable surprises!

Today we head for Zakopane, the picturesque capital of the Tatra Mountains. It's time to relax, enjoy breathtaking scenery, even ascend peaks, meet local people and learn their customs. In the evening we will show you some more attractions of this popular winter center of Poland.

Today is a trekking day. We offer you two routes, for hikers and climbers. O the first walk you will be guided through quaint Tatra valleys. The cable car will take you up to the very top, Kasprowy Wierch, where breakfast will await us in a typical mountain hostel. Those who pick the other route, will ascend one of the Tatra peaks. The skills you have acquired during the course will now come in handy. Expect breathtaking views when you stop to admire them!

If you have not climbed to your hearts' content, we will take you to the Morskie Oko Lake. You will see Rysy, the highest peak of the Polish Tatras. You will be spellbound by the beauty of the mountain landscape. Then it's time to leave the mountains. Another kind of attraction is waiting for you. This time a heaven for bikers in the Beskid Zywiecki.

From your room, you will see new views: the views of adventures to come. Today it's time to go on a bike trip. Do not worry that you may not be capable of taking part, you can do it! We have prepared tracks for both experienced bikers and false beginners. In the evening you can massage your limbs and relax your muscles by bonfire and barbecue.

Your adventurous journey is in full swing. In the morning we will set off to Skrzyczne, the highest peak in the area. Our objective is to take a short course in paragliding. Along with other daredevils, you will have a go at paragliding. Our coach will assist you. Those of you who are not so daring nor keen to fly should be ready for the unexpected alternative that we keep in hand.

Another amazing day ahead of you. The primeval forest, backwoods, wilderness. We know these places. We will cross many streams to finally rest in the eerie meadow surrounded by the forest and have a meal there cooked on the bonfire. We are not going to reveal to you the whole schedule, though. So be ready for the unforgettable.

This is a farewell day. We head for Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic. In the evening we will take a walk round one of the most gorgeous of European cities. We will stroll along the pedestrian only Charles Bridge, the most famous attraction of the capital, then we will show you the sculpture gallery and the beautiful Hradczany palace. It cannot be missed. In the evening we will have a farewell dinner together. After your tour you cannot fail to agree that Prague is a wonderful city, steeped in history.

When you pack, you will also pack many happy memories and also some new experiences. We will see you off to the airport and wish you a safe journey home.