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
2020 ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
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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