Lwówian/Polish Tour

May 30th

to June 11th

2020

September 5th

to 17th

2020

13 days Minimum 4 people

An unforgettable tour to the south-eastern part of Poland & western part of Ukraine, that includes:

13-day program prepared especially for the PGSA, based on our 10 year experience in organizing

genealogy tours and providing genealogy research,

12 nights in the most beautiful towns (3 or 4-star hotels): Warsaw (2 nights), Kazimierz Dolny,

Zamość, Lwów (3 nights), Łańcut (2 nights), Kraków (3 nights)

14 towns to be visited: Warsaw, Kazimierz Dolny, Biłgoraj, Zamość, Przemyśl, Lwów (Ukr: L'viv),

Sokal (Ukr), Bełż (Ukr:Belz), Żółkiew (Ukr: Zhovkva), Łańcut, Markowa, Rzeszów, Tarnów, Kraków

2 genealogy sessions: Visit to the Historical Archive of Ukraine in Lvóv

"Galician Ancestry" - a workshop with our specialists

Ample time for conversations with the guide/researchers about your ancestry

Plus…

As provided with the other PGSA tours, we offer the additional option to amend an individual 1- or

2-day trip to the places related to your ancestry, if not covered by the tour itinerary

Arrive in Warsaw…Depart from Kraków

DAY 1 - WARSAW

Arrival in Warsaw

Transfer from the airport to the hotel in the center of Warsaw

Time to relax.

In the evening - welcome meeting, drinks & snacks.

Overnight: Warsaw: 3- or 4-star hotel in a central location.

DAY 2 - WARSAW

We start our tour of Warsaw with a short visit to the Museum of

Communism, devoted to documenting life during the period of the

People's Republic of Poland (PRL).

Then we move back in time in Warsaw’s Old Town of Warsaw

including the Royal Castle originally built in the 14th century.

After our lunch on the Main Square, we stroll along the elegant

street of Krakowskie Przedmiescie admiring the Presidential

Palace, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and Saski Park.

Overnight: Warsaw: 3- or 4-star hotel in a central location.

DAY 3 - WARSAW - KAZIMIERZ DOLNY

In the morning you have the choice to visit either the:

Warsaw Uprising Museum honoring those who fought and

died in WWII action for an independent Poland and its

capital; or the

Polin Museum to explore the 1000 years of Jewish history

and contributions in Polish lands

Lunch, served in a traditional Polish Folk-Inn, is located in a former

Jewish Ghetto that was mainly inhabited by Jews before WWII. It

became the largest of all the Jewish ghettos in Nazi-occupied Europe.

Afterwards we drive to Kazimierz Dolny and enjoy an evening walk

around the market square in that charming little town.

Overnight: Kazimierz Dolny: 3- or 4-star hotel in a central location.

DAY 4 - KAZIMIERZ DOLNY - BIŁGORAJ - ZAMOŚĆ

Kazimierz Dolny is a genuine architectural gem and one of the

most precious and enchanting places in Poland. The uniqueness of

the town derives from its rich cultural heritage and the legacy of its

painting, writing and artistic bohemian flavor. Furthermore, it offers

many interesting and unique places to visit such as churches,

historical buildings of the Vistula Museum, the castle complex, and

wooden structures.

Our next destination, Biłgoraj was one of many multi-ethnic Polish

towns. Today, its inhabitants are working to revive its past by

rebuilding the wooden temples that perished during WW2. The

project is known as “Town on the Trail of Borderland Cultures”.

One of the main attractions is the only wooden synagogue in

Poland. Next on their list are the replicas of Orthodox and Catholic

churches and a mosque.

Our final destination for today is Zamość - a Renaissance gem and a

UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Overnight: Zamość: 3-star hotel in a central location.

DAY 5 - ZAMOŚĆ – PRZEMŚL - LWÓW

After a short walk around the “Fortress in a new Italian style” as

Zamość is often called, we drive to Przemyśl, the second oldest

city in southern Poland, for lunch at a beautiful medieval

market square.

For a change of pace, relax as you view the countryside during

the 2-hour train ride to ancient and historic Lwów (L'viv). The

train avoids truck traffic and the long, time-consuming lines at the

border crossing.

You have the afternoon to explore the most beautiful Ukrainian

town.

Overnight: Lwów: 3- or 4-star hotel in a central location.

DAY 6 - LWÓW

We begin the day at the amazing Market Square with a sip of a real

Lemberg (L’viv) coffee and a bite of Galician Apfelstrudel while

watched by the lion – from which the name “L’viv” is derived.

Then we explore the city where Polish, Ukrainian, Austrian, Jewish

and Armenian cultures blossomed for centuries in harmony.

Our tour includes the Old Town, the Armenian Cathedral, the

L’viv High Castle, and L’viv Theatre of Opera and Ballet.

Overnight: Lwów: 3- or 4-star hotel in a central location.

DAY 7 - LWÓW – BELZ - ZHOVKVA

Today we start with a visit to Lyczakowski Cemetery - one of the

most significant European necropolises. It was founded in 1786

and since then only outstanding, well-known people of wealth,

culture, science, art and politics have been buried there.

Our drive through L’viv-Sokal-Belz-Zhovkva will step you back to

the authenticity of the Ukrainian Galicia of your ancestors.

Overnight: Lwów: 3- or 4-star hotel in a central location.

DAY 8 - LWÓW – PRZEMŚL - ŁAŃCUT

We begin the day with a presentation about the way the

Historical Archive of Ukraine works, then fill our final morning

in Lwów admiring amazing views from the Town Hall Tower.

Our afternoon train returns us to Przemyśl, from where we

continue to our destination, Łańcut.

Overnight: Łańcut: 3-star hotel located nearby the castle

DAY 9 - ŁAŃCUT - MARKOWA

In the morning we visit Łańcut Castle, 0ne of the most beautiful

aristocratic residences in Poland, world-famous for its excellent

interiors decorated with sculptures, chandeliers and paintings and an

extraordinary collection of horse-drawn carriages. In the splendid

park surrounding the castle you can visit the Orchid House with

orchids from across the globe.

On the outskirts of Łańcut we visit the village called Markowa

where a little open-air museum is located to see how a Polish

village looked, and what village life was like, in the late 1800's.

Returning to the 20th century, we visit the very modern Museum of

Poles Saving Jews in World War II. It sheds light on the Polish

people who helped their Jewish compatriots despite the risk of

losing their own lives and the lives of their relatives and friends.

It is a modern educational center conducting scientific research

and providing workshops for people from all over the world.

Overnight: Łańcut: 3-star hotel located nearby the castle

DAY 10 - RZESZÓW - TARNÓW - KRAKÓW

A short, morning drive, takes us to the largest city in southeastern

Poland, Rzeszów, with one of the best-preserved old towns in

the country.

Of particular interest is the “Underground Tourist Route” that

goes over 30 feet below the square and tenement houses on three

levels. Along the route one observes relics of medieval walls, signs

of fire, hundred-year old hand shaped bricks, hidden passages and

much more.

After lunch in the center of Rzeszów, on our route to Kraków we

make a stop in another beautiful medieval town - Tarnów.

Overnight: Kraków: 3-star hotel in the Old Town

DAY 11 - KRAKÓW

Situated at the foot of Wawel Castle and a former capital city,

Krakow is one of the most significant cultural centers in Poland.

Its long history makes it home to many outstanding examples of

medieval architecture, baroque churches, historical monuments and

the largest market square in Europe. Today, Kraków continues as

an academic and business center of great significance.

On our first day we admire the Old Town, then walk along the

Royal Route toward Wawel Castle, where, in the afternoon, we

receive a private guided tour through this magnificent regal

complex.

Overnight: Kraków: 3-star hotel in the Old Town

DAY 12 - KRAKÓW

Kazimierz, the Jewish district of Kraków, is a p l a c e o f

exceptional and unusual character with many social, architectural,

cultural and religious treasures owing to its unique five hundred

years of Jewish tradition.

Oskar Schindler's Factory became known from Spielberg's

movie, “Schindler's List”. The former administration building of

the factory holds an exhibition titled “Krakow under Nazi

Occupation” that tells the story about the darkest period in Polish

history.

The Krakow Ghetto was one of five major, metropolitan Jewish

ghettos created by Nazis. On our tour we see the remains and

memorials of this district.

In the evening wander old Kraków or stroll back to Kazimierz for

dinner, drinks and perhaps some klezmer music.

Overnight: Kraków: 3-star hotel in the Old Town

DAY 13 - KRAKÓW

This is your last day in Poland

No activities planned. You are free to enjoy your remaining time

based on your flight arrangements. Or perhaps you are continuing

your exploration of Poland on your own or with us to your ancestral

towns.

Transfer to the airport is included and provided by our staff.

Pre- or Post-Tour Individual Genealogical Services from GeneaologyTour

Before or after your PGSA tour, GenealogyTour offers you their tailor-made tour service by which you can

explore the history of your particular family lines.

− They can perform research as directed by you based on your needs, the “brick walls” you have come upon,

or to expand or deepen what you already have completed.

− Want to visit the actual soil where your ancient roots lie? They can take you to the areas and towns where

your ancestors lived, to the churches where they worshipped, possibly to the fields in which they worked,

and maybe the cemeteries where they were buried.

To coordinate these plans, inform PGSA when you register for your tour. We will provide you with the contact

information for GenealogyTour to discuss your objectives and how they can assist.

Following are Important Notices

and

Parts A and B of the Registration Forms

Important notices and remarks:

− This itinerary is for your general orientation

− Closer to your arrival date you will receive a more detailed itinerary with hotel addresses, guide

contact number, etc. The order might be slightly changed during the tour (you will always be

informed earlier about any adjustments).

− We recommend you have a small amount of Polish currency. Small, local shops and markets

for dinners, snacks, traditional products or souvenirs usually do not accept credit cards.

− Dollars are easily changed into Polish Złoty (PLN) in cities at a Kantor – currency exchange.

− Passport required, not expiring within six months of return travel date

− Visa not required of American citizens for the European Union and Ukraine

− Be sure to have your personal and, if you take it, travel insurance cards with you

− Please advise us of any dietary or health restrictions

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Tour Fee and Inclusions/Exclusions:

$2,850 per person DOUBLE or TWIN room accommodation:

$ 780 per person SINGLE Supplement (singles can request introductions to form a

double occupancy to save the single supplement)

$400 per person DEPOSIT to hold your reservation:

Total fee includes:

● Transfers on arrival and departure day

● Comfortable air-conditioned transportation

● English speaking tour leader throughout the itinerary

● 12 nights accommodation in TWIN or DBL room at 3- or 4-star hotels

with buffet breakfasts

● 12 large Polish lunches and arrival dinner

● Entrances to tourist attractions, and

local guides, as specified in the itinerary

● 2 genealogy sessions: Lwów archive and workshop

Exclusions: Not included in the tour cost are:

● Transportation to and from Poland.

● Items of a personal nature such as laundry, telephone calls, mini-bar, souvenirs, snacks, meals

outside those provided in the itinerary, etc.

● Gratuities to guides and drivers

Following are Parts A and B

of the

Registration Forms

RESERVATION FORM part A - PGSA 2020 Genealogical Tour

Lwów Ukraine & Galicia Poland

May 30th to June 11th 2020 September 5th to 17th 2020 To reserve your place complete parts A and B, sign, then forward both forms

with deposit to:

Polish Genealogical Society of America Attn.: 2020 Tours

984 N. Milwaukee Ave. Chicago, IL 60642-4101

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Terms and Conditions

Reservation: Reservation of places on all tours requires two actions: 1. Payment of the required $400 non-refundable deposit by check, credit card or through the PGSA

on-line bookstore, and 2. Completion and submission of this “Terms and Conditions” form and the “Registration” form on

the following page.

Confirmation: Upon receipt by PGSA of both validly completed reservation forms and your deposit, we will confirm your reservation and provide contact data for GenealogyTour. If we have any questions regarding your reservation materials, we will contact you for clarification.

Payment: Deposit to reserve place(s) With these forms see Part B Final Payment is due on or before 1 April for the May-June tour 1 July 2020 for the September tour

Cancellation: Deposits & full payments non-refundable except for cancellation of the tour.

Personal Travel: Personal travel conducted before or after the PGSA tour, including engagement of a genealogist or other researcher or guide, is arranged independently by you and is conducted separately from the PGSA tour for which PGSA has no responsibility.

Insurance: For your protection, it is strongly recommend that you consider the purchase of trip cancellation, baggage and travel medical insurance. Contact your insurance or travel agent for options. It is also recommended that you review the details of your personal health insurance policy with regard to international travel.

Passport: A passport, not expiring within 6 months of the return date, is required. A visa is not required for travel in Poland and European Union countries.

Liability: PGSA has engaged the services of established, Poland-based genealogical tour companies to organize and execute the tours. GenealogyTour is the company performing this tour. Therefore, tour members agree that the PGSA and its directors are not, nor will become, liable or responsible for any loss, injury or damage to any person, property or otherwise in connection with any transportation, accommodation, meals, tours or other services of the tour, or resulting from neglect or default of any person, corporation or other entity engaged to supply the same.

By my signature I declare I have read, understand and agree to these terms & conditions:

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RESERVATION FORM part B - PGSA 2020 Genealogical Tour

Lwów Ukraine & Galicia Poland

Please indicate your choice of tour dates: May 30th

to June 11th

2020

September 5th

to 17th

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Your Name_________________________________________________________ Age_____________

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City_________________________________ State_________ Zip_________________

Phone________________________________ Email____________________________________________

Names of Additional Travelers with You Age Relationship

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PAYMENT CALCULATIONS TOTAL

# of travellers _______ X $2,850 per person = $______________

# single supplements _______ X $ 780 per person = $______________

singles can request introductions to form a double occupancy

Total $______________

DEPOSIT

deposit is fully refundable in the event the tour is cancelled.

# of travellers _______ X $400 per person = $______________

Check payable to PGSA.

Final amount due before 1 July 2020 $______________

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