Shrines of Poland

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A strongly religious country dotted with places of deep spiritual devotion. Follow in the steps of Pope John Paul II in Krakow and Wadowice, visit the Divine Mercy Sanctuary, the final resting place of St. Faustina in Lagiewniki and take a journey to Czestochowa, Poland’s greatest place of pilgrimage. These comprehensive escorted tours feature the highlights of each region and are accompanied by a spiritual director and a Joe Walsh Tours pilgrimage coordinator.

For additional information, please call one of our Pilgrimage Specialists:

Destinations

Krakow

Karol Wojtyla lived in Krakow for four decades before his elevation to papacy as John Paul II in 1978.read more

Czestochwa

Poland’s greatest place of pilgrimage and one of the world’s most important shrines, Czestochowa has been the spiritual capital of Central Europe for over six centuries.read more

Lagiewniki

The Divine Mercy Sanctuary located in Krakow’s Lagiewniki district is the final resting place of Saint Faustina and a vast shrine dedicated to the Mercy of God. The shrine has been visited by two Popes and continues to attract millions of pilgrims every year.read more

Wadowice

Birthplace of Pope John Paul II, Wadowice attracts visitors in search of sites connected with the early life of the Pontiff.read more

Local Information

Currency: Polish Zloty (PLN)
Local time: GMT +1 hour
Airports: Krakow (KRK) ; Warsaw (WAW)
Flight duration: 2 hours 30 minutes approximately
Languages: Polish; many people speak English
Climate: A mixture between mild Oceanic and more severe Continental climate produces temperate conditions with distinct seasons featuring long warm sunny summer days and snowy winters
Voltage: 230V A/C, sockets outlets and sockets Type C and Type E 2 pin type are used
Visa: not required for EU citizens; non-EU citizens are advised to check with the relevant authorities
Passport: EU passport holders travelling to Poland must have an up-to-date passport valid for travel three months beyond the date of return; non-EU citizens are advised to check with the relevant authorities