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Private Half-Day John Paul II Route Tour from Krakow Image
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Private Half-Day John Paul II Route Tour from Krakow

Discover the exceptional man whose legacy holds a unique place in the recent history of the world. Explore sites significant to the previous Krakow archbishop, Karol Wojtyla, more commonly known as Pope John Paul II.

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Tour to Wadowice: Hometown of Pope Saint John Paul II 5-8 persons

Visit the family town of Pope John Paul II, Wadowice's. Explore the family house of John Paul II, walk around the town and also try Wadowice's famous cake.

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Krakow: Pope John Paul II History: Guided Tour - Home & Sanctuary

Visit the family home of Pope John Paul II in Wadowice. Learn the history of Karol Wojtyla, the man who became the pope.

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Wadowice - Home Town of Pope Saint John Paul II

Wadowice Home Town of Pope Saint John Paul II - private trip with English speaking driver. Enjoy a private modern air-conditioned car for transportation as your English speaking driver shares details of Wadowice.

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John Paul II Family House Museum & Wadowice Tour from Krakow

Wadowice is a small town located about 50 km (31 miles) southwest of Krakow. On the 18th of May, 1920 Karol Wojtyła, later Pope John Paul II was born there.

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John Paul II Route Guided Tour With Private Transport

We offer you visits to places closely related to the life of Saint John Paul II. Our guides and drivers will do everything to make the whole trip satisfying and full of history.

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John Paul II Route from Krakow, private tour

While in Poland don’t miss your chance to visit Wadowice, childhood hometown of John Paul ll – where Karol Wojtyła was born, where he was baptised and went to school.

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Saint John Paul II Private Day Tour from Krakow

The John Paul II route tour covers the most important places connected with the pope. The main attractions are the John Paul the II Museum established in the pope's family home, visiting Kalwaria Zebrzydowska (listed at UNESCO), and the Sanctuary of Divine Mercy in Krakow.

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Following footsteps of St. John Paul II Private tour

This sentimental route, covering places which were very dear to Karol Wojtyła will reveal the story of his childhood, adolescence and early career.

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Full Audio Guide Tour In the footsteps of John Paul II

To better understand the life of Pope John Paul II, it is worth delving into the sources and learning more about his path to becoming the head of the Catholic Church.

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In the Footsteps of John Paul II from Krakow

While in Poland don't miss your chance to visit Wadowice - childhood home of John Paul ll. Travel through the stunning Beskidy mountain range, pay homage to the Sanctuary of Divine Mercy, visit a centre dedicated to the life and work of Pope John Paul II - the "Have No Fear!" John Paul Centre, and visit the Sanctuary in Kalwaria Zebrzydowska on this intriguing tour from Krakow.

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Krakow: JPII Tour

Following in the footsteps of John Paul II in the vicinity of Krakow, you will have the opportunity to see, above all, the town of Wadowice, where the Pope's family home and many sentimental places related to his childhood are located.

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John Paul II Route, regular small group tour from Krakow

While in Poland don’t miss your chance to visit Wadowice, childhood hometown of John Paul ll – where Karol Wojtyła was born, where he was baptised and went to school.

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Half-day In the footsteps of John Paul II Tour from Krakow

There are many places worldwide which were beloved by John Paul II. But among them there are three which can unquestionably be considered the most meaningful ones for him.

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John Paul II Heritage Tour from Krakow

See three of the very important Catholic pilgrimage destinations: Wadowice – Kalwaria Zebrzydowska – Lagiewniki in Poland – all in one day!

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The Footsteps of John Paul II & Divine Mercy Private Tour

The excursion contains three main points:• The Family House of Karol Wojtyła in Wadowice. See where he was born and spent his childhood on a guided tour with a professional guide.

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From Krakow: The Black Madonna of Czestochowa & John Paul II Family Home

Visit in one day on the guided tour the most important places of worship in Poland both The Jasna Góra Monastery and The Family Home of John Paul II.

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Wadowice, Kalwaria and Sanctuary of Divine Mercy Private Tour

Private Pope John Paul II tour from Krakow. Tour with private tour guide-driver Tour includes visit to Sanctuary of Divine Mercy in Lagiewniki , Kalwaria Zebrzydowska Monastery and Wadowice home town of Pope John Paul IITour Itinerary:-Transfer to Wadowice -about 1 hour and 20 minutes-tour with audio guide in the John Paul II family house museum- 1 hour -Wadowice Main Square and Parish Church where John Paul II was baptised, and had first holy communion- 30 minutes-transfer to Kalwaria Zebrzydowska 20 minutes-tour in Kalwaria Zebrzydowska Monastery 30 minutes-transfer to Łagiewniki Sanctuary of Divine Mercy- 1 hour-tour in Sanctuary of Divine Mercy and time for prayer- 1hourdrive back to city center about 30 minutes.

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Wadowice & Kalwaria Zebrzydowska & Lanckorona Tour

This tour promises a captivating journey through three unique destinations, each brimming with history, culture, and charm.

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Auschwitz Birkenau and Wadowice hometown of John Paul II, tour from Krakow

During this full-day tour from Krakow to Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wadowice you will have an opportunity to visit Auschwitz-Birkenau- former Nazi concentration camp, which will give an insight into the tragedy of occupation at the time of the World War II.

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Private Catholic Tour about John Paul II, St. Faustina & The Divine Mercy Shrine

Karol Wojtyla: a Pole, a bishop, the pope John Paul II and a saint. This tour is a remarkable chance to follow in the footsteps of this influential man, who had a huge impact on the world and the Christian faith.

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From Krakow: Wadowice and Czestochowa Full-Day Tour

Start your tour with being picked up from your hotel in Krakow. You will meet your driver for the day before boarding a comfortable car and begin your tour through two of the most famous religious sites of southern Poland.

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Home Town of John Paul II: 5-Hour Private Trip to Wadowice

Pope John Paul II, one of the most significant men in Poland’s history, was born in the small, charming town of Wadowice.

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John Paul II Home & Black Madonna Sanctuary: One Day Tour

Learn the history of Karol Wojtyła, the man who became the pope, thanks to professional guides who speak your language. Visit the family home of Pope John Paul II.

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John Paul II Private Tour

Each tour is unique because You are unique!John Paul 2 Route is situated south of Krakow at the foot of Carpathians.