NEW EUROPE Poland
The Wild East
Tatras and the Polish Highlands
A walk along Europe’s wild frontier
EXPERTS’ CHOICE
The high side of Poland
Duration: 8 days
Duration: 8 days
Trip Code: TTWE SELF GUIDED
TRIP GRADE B (MODERATE)
The remote Eastern Carpathians Visit historic Krakow Stand at the meeting point of Ukraine, Poland and Slovakia
In the far southeast of Poland lies the wild and sparsely populated region of the Bieszczady. This part of the Eastern Carpathians remains in splendid isolation, sandwiched between the Ukraine and Slovakia, and is one of the most attractive and unspoiled areas of Europe. Dense forests seem to spread out forever and it’s not surprising that the region is home to one of Europe’s last remaining populations of bison. It is also said that wolves outnumber people here! Above the tree line are open, broad ridges known as poloniny; natural steppe-like pastures which are perfect for hiking, affording expansive views over the forests below. It was originally settled by ethnic Boyks and Lemks, whose influences can be seen in the wooden, orthodox churches which still dot the countryside.
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Max Altitude: 1,350m Outline Itinerary: Day 1 Depart UK, arrive Krakow. Day 2 Transfer to Cisna, forest railway option. Days 3-7 Ridge walks on the borders of Slovakia and Ukraine; climb Tarnica and transfer to Krakow. Day 8 Depart Krakow, arrive UK. Nights: Hotels x2, pensions x5 Meals: Most meals inc. Departs: J F M A M J J A S O N D Daily Departures: May to Oct Land Only: from £630 Flight Price Guide: from £167 Low cost airline and regional departure options available. Please contact us for more info.
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Trip Code: TTAT SELF GUIDED
TRIP GRADE C (DEMANDING)
Panoramic views from a Tatras summit Go wild in the Beskidy Mountains Visit Wawel Castle in Krakow
From magnificent, medieval Krakow this stimulating walking holiday allows you to experience the varied delights of the majestic High Tatras, Beskidy and Pieniny National Parks. Meeting friendly Polish hikers along the way, you will discover pastoral, traditional villages and a region steeped in history and culture. Choose from a selection of challenging High Tatras summits from Zakopane (or add extra days here to do even more) before following the Polish/Slovak border passing traditional villages along the way. Enjoy walking the Pieniny Way, discover the dramatic world heritage Dunajec gorge and experience the wilds of the beautiful Beskidy Mountains and perhaps discover one of the few surviving rustic wooden churches of the Lemks people en route. Returning to Krakow there’s still time to explore this fascinating city.
Max Altitude: 2,350m Outline Itinerary: Day 1 Depart UK, arrive Krakow. Days 2-3 Transfer to Tatras and ascend a choice of peaks. Days 4-5 Border trek to Pieniny and Dunajec Gorge. Days 6-7 Beskidy hikes and return to Krakow. Day 8 Depart Krakow, arrive UK. Nights: Hotels x4, pensions x2, mountain hut x1 Meals: Most meals inc. Departs: J F M A M J J A S O N D Daily Departures: May to Oct Land Only: from £595 Flight Price Guide: from £167 Low cost airline and regional departure options available. Please contact us for more info.
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