Christopher is an outstanding tour guide! He is extremely knowledgeable, and very accommodating and flexible. We would highly recommend his tours if you are planning a trip to Poland!
Private tour in Krakow Christopher S
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Welcome to Poland and Central Europe ! My name is Christopher (Krzysztof in Polish) and I am 45 years old. I am PhD with historical, geographical and philosophical background, and for last 20 years I have been private guide all around Krakow region, Poland and Central Europe. I am speaker, lecturer and author of books, for example of easy-to-read essays about Poland and Polishness "100 Moments Poland. A Virtual Travel Guide". I recommend you by heart to take a look at it and I will be honored. You can see me also on Disney+ "The Real Rooneys" Ep 4. I am co-author, host and guide there. I operate in Poland, but also as a manager and director of tours together with my team operating all from A to Z, in here and other regions across Europe, Asia, Africa and America. As Doctor of Philosophy in Tourism Sciences and Philosophy occasionally I give public speeches and lectures teaching on history, geography, guiding, and values that we meet and experience within. I have guided and met many VIPs, politicians, diplomats, professors, Hollywood stars, CEOs of global companies, artists . . and I will be happy to meet you as well - because all of us, without exception - are VIPs, worth getting to know each other and the world, and introduce dialogue, through travel and tourism, into it. This world has always been my passion, it's history and geography, society and philosophy, with travel phenomenon in its core. Shortly speaking. :) Welcome to city of Krakow and its unusual region with plenty of very important and interesting places situated nearby. I will show You here what is most interesting, valuable, beautiful and famous (5 sites on UNESCO Heritage List) but also less known places that are left often aside. I can be Your guide in the city of Krakow, to Auschwitz, Salt Mines, in Zakopane and Tatra Mountains, along John Paul II route including his hometown, to Czestochowa famous for its Black Madonna icon, to Ojcowski National Park with Eagles Nests and to other cities in Poland like Warsaw, Wroclaw, Lodz, Gdansk, Poznan, Torun, Zamosc, Katowice as well as to Slovakia, Hungary, Ukraine, Czech Republic or Germany and Lithuania mentioning only the most popular destinations. Culture, History, Nature, Society, Religion, Daily Life, Traditions, Activity, Relax or Family Search are only some of ascpects of tours possible with me. And of course You will choose and You can suggest whatever is needed by You from these and other aspects to have fruitful time with me as Your private guide. As an experienced private guide and PhD I will put my engagement, knowledge, friendship and quite good intuition I guess into our time together. As well as the smile :) I know a lot of places, people and stories so let me share it with You and feel free to ask and talk what You need to. All areas to be visited may always be tailored to suit your particular interests and timeframes - I can suggest a lot of things and You will decide. Flexibility. Krakow, Poland and Central Europe is unique part of the world and with unusual charm. Often visitors return here so I'm looking forward to hear from You as well. my best regards and greetings Christopher Doctor of Philosophy (History, Culture, Geography, Travel & Tourism Sciences) Speaker and Author Tour Leader/Guide License no. 247/10 Transportation License no. 20/2017 (00001/TO/17) Driving License Pedagogue/Tutor License Climbing Course Poetry Competition Winner
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For the Polish people, John Paul II is the Person, Saint, and Leader who cared about this world and humanity, and who changed a lot. We will talk about everything you wish concerning this very special Pope, his background, biography, but also all aspects of his service, while visiting the sites where he was born and grew up. During this visit You will hear from me many important stories and I will show You some places which are not usually shown, comprehending deeper the values, cultural and philosophical senses of the "phenomenon" of John Paul II .. And additionally we may have fantastic Pope's Cream Cake! This route is important not only for believers but also for all who want to understand history of life of this unusual man and environment in which he was growing. In the same time it is also the story about Poland, our culture and the spirit of Poles, as well as beauty of its southern parts. John Paul 2 route is situated at the foot of beautiful Carpathian Mountains.
Christopher is an outstanding tour guide! He is extremely knowledgeable, and very accommodating and flexible. We would highly recommend his tours if you are planning a trip to Poland!
We spent a wonderful day visiting with St. Faustina and St. John Paul II! Our family was guided by Christopher on an incredible tour that we will treasure forever. Christopher is friendly, engaging, and the consummate professional. Having Christopher as our guide meant that we had none of the usual travel concerns; therefore we could concentrate on what really mattered -- JPII and Blessed Faustina. Our thanks to Christopher and our highest recommendation to others contemplating this tour!
Christopher has an incredible knowledge base for the JPII tour. Christopher and I shared a great conversation on ev everything from culture to religion. Christopher has a love for what he does and it shows in how he conducts his tours. Blessings, Christopher, and thanks!
My Mom and I toured with Christopher while visiting Krakow. We had such a wonderful time with him. He is so knowledgeable and explained the history of all the place we visited. The Footsteps of John Paul II was such a moving day. We learned a lot about his life. Truly incredible. Christopher took us to lunch and we had the famous Pope cake. Delicious! Thank you for such an awesome day!!
Second, 7-hour tour with Christopher over a 2-day period. Christopher was every bit as professional and accommodating as the previous day. As a lifelong New Yorker, I was deeply impressed how deftly Christopher negotiated the Good Friday traffic challenges inherent in visiting the sites associated with Poland's Native Son, John Paul II, one of the towering figures of the 20th Century. The day was a perfect blend of anecdotes, historical perspective, reflection, and personal pilgrimage. Sincerest thanks.
Chris was a very great guide. My wife and I enjoyed every minute of the trip. He was prompt, knowledgeable, extremely courteous,and helpful getting museum tickets and lunch. His sedan was very good for the trip. We invited him and his family to visit us in Naples FL sometime. We meant it.
Tour usually includes: - meeting at the location set by You in or near Krakow (hotel, airport, . . . ), - 1 hr drive south to Wadowice and 1hr visit to the House-Museum of John Paul II with plenty of his personal belongings and church where he was baptised, - Possibility of tasting famous Pope's Cream Cake in fantastic local Cafe, - stop in Kalwaria Zebrzydowska Monastery beautifully situated between hills and woods (UNESCO list) with miraculous image of Mother of God of Angels which was important for K. Wojtyla, - drive back towards Krakow and 30 min visit to Sanctuary of Divine Mercy in Krakow-Lagiewniki consecrated by John Paul II where world famous image of Merciful Jesus and remnants of St Faustina are situated, - we may finish if You wish in the centre of Krakow by the famous Papal Window in Archbishop Palace or in the place set by You in or near Krakow (hotel, airport, . . . ). On request other places or events You wish to have may be of course arranged. You are welcomed !
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Mercedes V Class - the most luxurious & elegant VIP 7-seater, black & extra long. In some cases by the other very comfortable van. If You are 7 or more people on earlier request You will be taken by the biggest possible comfortable van or minibus/coach for some additional cost. Please message me then to get Customized Tour link and appropriate price.
Kraków, Lesser Poland Voivodeship, 30, Poland
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