Poland Culinary and Spa FAM

Cooking Our Way from Krakow to Zakopane: Luxury Spa, Cultural and Culinary FAM in Southern Poland
May 24-30, 2020

Join FAMTrips.travel and Poland Culinary Vacations for our 4th “Culinary and Spa” focused FAM in the amazing Southern region of Poland!! You will be accompanied by Sarna Rose, founder and president of this excellent Niche Market tour company all week!!
Lesser Poland (Malopolska), located in the southeast part of the country, is one of Poland’s most beautiful and delicious regions. In addition to its many unique historic and resort attractions, it is home to the regions magnificent capital city: Krakow, designated as a European City of Culture in 2000. The Old Town district of Krakow was built around Europe’s largest medieval market square, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

But Lesser Poland is also home to the highlanders, or gorale, as they are called in Polish. And, while were in the charming town of Zakopane and surrounding areas, we will spend lots of time immersed in highlander culture: cooking, singing and dancing in their homes and restaurants. The highlanders' rich culinary and cultural traditions make this region one of the most exciting Polish destinations to explore in depth.

Outdoor Attractions:  Lesser Poland offers an exceptionally varied and pristine landscape. First-rate hiking and biking trails run through the Tatra Mountains, offering stunning views of gorgeous scenery. Winter sports facilities and folklore events attract travelers here in every season. This region is also famous for its many fine health resorts and national parks that protect its unique environment.
 
Urban Amenities: Krakow, the capital of Lesser Poland, boasts many of the best museums, theaters and architecture in the country. Krakow is also home to one of the world's oldest and most distinguished universities, the Jagellonian University founded in 1364. Krakow's Main Square is filled with unique and beautiful cafes, restaurants, and pubs. The square is frequently used for concerts and artistic events. Cultural events or culinary festivals happen during each month of the year, offering residents and visitors many opportunities for fun and entertainment. We'll dine and cook with Krakow's talented chefs in some of the city’s best restaurants. And, well take time to explore its unique architecture and history during our custom-designed city tour.
 Main Attractions

• 7-day/6-night custom-designed, intimate cooking vacation in Poland's Lesser Poland region, immersed in beautiful Krakow and the unique highlander culture.
• Comfortable and luxurious accommodations at 4-star Hotel Stamary Wellness & Spa in Zakopane and 4-star Hotel Unicus in Krakow located within walking distance to Krakow's Market Square.
• Visits to local markets; opportunities to learn crafts from local artists.
• Two Hands-on and/or demonstration-style cooking lessons throughout the week and one glass-painting class at the Culture House & School of Dying Trades
• Delicious regional cuisine: freshly made meals and breads, plus wine, beer and vodka tastings.
• One glass-painting class at the Culture House & School of Dying Trades
• Visits to agrotourism farms, famous for warm hospitality and Polish countryside experiences.
• Motor excursions into famous cities and towns to see renowned art and architecture, including buildings on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
• An excursion by raft through the Dunajec River Gorge.
• The option to extend your time in Krakow and further explore this spectacular southern Polish city.

For more information visit: https://famtrips.travel/poland-2020/