- Discover Pomeranian flavours in Gdańsk, a foodie capital
- Sample street food and spirits on expert-led food tours
- Journey between cities by comfortable local trains
- Taste your way through Poland’s rich regional diversity
The Hidden Tastes of Poland
Discover the hidden tastes of Poland on this culinary-focused journey through three of its most iconic cities. Travelling by comfortable local trains, explore the rich cultural and gastronomic traditions of Gdańsk, Warsaw and Kraków, each a gateway to its wider region and its unique blend of influences.
In Gdańsk, delve into the flavours of the Pomeranian Voivodeship and experience the buzz of a city set to be crowned European Capital of Gastronomic Culture for 2025/26. In Warsaw, uncover the culinary revival of the Mazowieckie Province, where old recipes meet modern innovation. Finally, in Kraków, explore the rich food heritage of the Małopolska region with its time-honoured dishes and cosy cellar restaurants.
Stay in carefully selected four-star hotels and enjoy expert-led food tours in each city, sampling traditional delicacies, regional spirits, and the stories behind them. With plenty of time to explore at your own pace, this itinerary is a treat for curious travellers and food lovers alike.
Tour Itinerary
On arrival in Gdańsk, transfer to your centrally located four-star hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to explore the city at your own pace.
Our Food Tour offers a taste of delicious Polish dishes with stories behind them. Discover why Poles complain about bread quality, long for 70's food, and mistrust coffee invitations. Learn how food reflects history and social changes. With at least 4 stops for a full meal and dessert, comfortable shoes are recommended for some walking. Enjoy a friendly city walk with a local foodie and indulge in multiple tastings representing traditional and modern Polish cuisine, including vodka and water in most venues. (B, FT)
Today take the local train from Gdansk to Warsaw, which takes around 3 hours and there are multiple departures per day. (B)
Today’s guided food tour delves into the culinary soul of the Mazowieckie Province. Learn about local specialities such as pierogi, gołąbki and schabowy, and how Polish cuisine has evolved through the decades. Over the course of four hours, visit between four to six hand-picked establishments where you’ll enjoy the equivalent of a full meal, including dessert. Expect rich flavours, warm hospitality, and plenty of stories to bring each dish to life. Comfortable shoes are recommended. (B, FT)
Today take the local train from Warsaw to Krakow, which takes around 3½ hours and there are multiple departures per day. (B)
Explore the rich culinary traditions of the Małopolska region on a walking food tour of Kraków. Sample classic Polish dishes and learn how the country’s history, culture and politics have all shaped what ends up on the plate. Like in Gdańsk, this tour features multiple stops for tastings, culminating in a full meal with dessert, and includes drinks such as vodka and water at most venues. Guided by a local foodie, this is a relaxed, insightful and flavourful way to experience the city (B)
Pricing Information
Price Includes
- Return international flights between the UK and Poland
- All airport taxes and security charges
- Accommodation in four-star hotels as specified with breakfast*
- Meals as specified (B= Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
- Private arrival and departure transfers
- Train ticket: Gdansk to Warsaw & Warsaw to Krakow in first class
- Excursion - Food Tour in Gdansk
- Excursion - Food Tour in Warsaw
- Excursion - Food Tour in Krakow
Price Includes
Price Excludes
- Travel Insurance
- Any meals not specified in the itinerary
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional excursions
Price Notes
This is an example itinerary staying at our favourite four-star hotels, accompanied by a guide price. If you would like alternative options staying in three or perhaps five-star hotels, or if you have a higher or lower budget than the guide price, please ring one of our travel specialists on 0207 666 1290 and we can tailor this trip to suit your precise requirements.
For single room supplements and solo travellers please contact us for prices
Please inform us of any dietary requirements or food allergies at the time of booking. While our local food tour partner aim to accommodate a range of dietary needs, some traditional dishes may contain common allergens and substitutions may not always be possible. We’ll do our best to ensure the experience is enjoyable and safe for all participants, but we recommend travellers with severe allergies bring any necessary medication and check with the tour guide on the day
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- Poland, Gdansk
- Poland, Warsaw
- Poland, Krakow
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