Whether you’re fascinated by history, heritage, or both, this moving tour of Poland and Eastern Germany traces the steps of army officers, privates and prisoners, but also of parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents through some of the most notable sites of World War II.
From Warsaw to Munich, you’ll visit significant wartime cities, concentration camps, and memorials, hearing the touching stories of unwavering courage, resilience, and heroism along the way. The Oskar Schindler Factory made famous in the movie Schindler’s List, the courthouse of the Nuremberg Trials, and the former concentration camps of Auschwitz, Buchenwald and Dachau, highlight the tragedies of the deadliest war in history. Visits to Dresden, Berlin, Weimar, and Nuremberg, get you up close to the beautiful cities once fiercely destroyed and painstakingly restored.
Join The Sisterhood for this poignant, historical tour May 2-14, 2023
$200 Early Booking Discount when you make your deposit by March 31, 2022
OUR ITINERARY
May 2, 2023 Welcome to Warsaw! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D) Hotel: Mercure Warsaw Centrum
May 3, 2023 This morning we'll venture out for guided sightseeing of the Cathedral of St. John and after lunch, we'll visit Wilanów Palace (B) Hotel: Mercure Centrum Warsaw
May 4, 2023 Today, on our way to Krakow, we'll be visiting the former concentration camps at Auschwitz and Birkenau. This evening, we'll join together for dinner. (B,D) Hotel: TBA
May 5, 2023 Today, after breakfast, we'll have some free time this morning before we take a guided walking tour of Kazimierz, the Old Jewish Quarter, and a visit to the Remuh Synagogue. We'll have additional free time for lunch before we visit the Oskar Schindler Factory. This evening, we'll enjoy a Polish Polka and Dinner Party where you'll be able to let down your hair and enjoy a fun evening of authentic Polish cuisine, wine, and lively polka music and dancing. (B, D) Hotel: TBA
May 6, 2023 This morning after breakfast, we'll depart for some guided sightseeing including St. Mary’s Church. We'll also see the former Gleiwitz radio station en route to Wroclaw, Poland. Once in Wroclaw, we'll have experience more guided sightseeing including Market Square. This evening, we'll join together for dinner. (B, D) Hotel: Hotel Mercure Wroclaw Centrum
May 7, 2023 Today after breakfast, we'll travel to Dresden, Germany where we will take a guided walking tour featuring the Zwinger Palace Courtyard. This evening, we're in for a treat as we enjoy our dinner with local specialties at Am Pulverturm restaurant. (B, D) Hotel: Hyperion Dresden Am Schloss
May 8, 2023 After breakfast, we'll depart for Torgau where we'll see the monument commemorating the meeting of US and Soviet forces and visit the Courtyard at Hartenfels Castle. Then, we'll journey on to Berlin for guided sightseeing including the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church and photo stops at Brandenburg Gate and the Holocaust Memorial. (B) Hotel: Arcotel John F
May 9, 2023 Today, we'll enjoy a completely free day in Berlin for independent exploration or relaxation. (B) Hotel: Arcotel John F
May 10, 2023 This morning, we'll head to Weimar for an orientation walk. This afternoon, we'll be making a visit to Buchenwald, the former concentration camp before we return to Weimar for a group dinner. (B, D) Hotel: Leonardo Hotel Weimar
May 11, 2023 After breakfast, we'll be traveling to Nuremberg where we'll visit the Memorium Nuremberg Trials and Courtroom 600 (if available), the Documentation Center, and the Zeppelin Field. This afternoon, we'll enjoy an orientation walk through the pedestrian area of the Old Town. We complete our day with a group dinner with traditional Nürnberger Bratwürste (small sausages) at the Bratwurst Röslein restaurant. (B, D) Hotel: NH Collection Nuernberg City
May 12, 2023 Today, as we travel to Munich, we'll make a stop at Dachau and visit the site of this former concentration camp. Once we arrive in Munich, we'll enjoy an orientation tour includeing the Marienplatz with its Old and New Town Halls.(B) Hotel: Sheraton Munich Westpark
May 13, 2023 Today, is a completely free day for you to independently explore Munich. Tonight, you won't want to miss our Farewell Dinner at the hotel. (B) Hotel: Sheraton Munich Westpark
May 14, 2023 This morning, after breakfast, we'll head to the airport for our flights home.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour will have a maximum of 44 women (including your Sisterhood Travels Group Leaders)
At the time of your booking, you are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Due to the ever-changing rules and regulations, this could change prior to final payment and/or departure
We are unable to accommodate mobility assist devices such as wheelchairs and walkers on this tour.
If you need a roommate, we will be happy to match you to another traveler.
This is a leisurely paced itinerary and is full of cultural and interesting sightseeing and some free days to relax. Some excursion days may include reasonably early starts, some longer coach travel and possibly walking over uneven terrain. Guests should have reasonable health and mobility.
PRICING INCLUSIONS
12-nights accommodations as listed within the itinerary
20 meals (12 breakfasts and 8 dinners)
Roundtrip group transfers between airport and hotel
Private group transportation throughout the entire trip
All private sightseeing tours as listed within the itinerary
Private Tour Director
Local Guides as noted within the itinerary
Sisterhood Travels escorts
Sisterhood Travels Deluxe Goody Bag
PRICING PER PERSON
Double Occupancy: $4399 per person Single Occupancy: $790 additional for your own room *Optional Travel Insurance and airfare are additional
Final Payment Due: On or before February 25, 2023 Deposit at Time of Booking: $250 (refundable until 11/02/2022) $200 Early Booking Discount if you deposit on or before March 31, 2022