Day trip from Warsaw: Treblinka and Tykocin, Warsaw, Central Poland, Poland
On this off-the-beaten-path trip you will discover 2 unique places in the company of a licensed guide. Treblinka is one of the most important sites related to Holocaust and should be on your list if your are interested in WWII. The place where the extermination camp was organized is now a memorial (no original buildings or installations are left). As for Tykocin, this picturesque village on the Narew river will let you discover Polish countryside and feel the very special atmosphere of Eastern Poland. You will get an overview of Polish history since the 16th century until now. Tykocin’s heritage was built Polish and Jewish communities that lived here together for centuries. Its synagogue is one of the biggest and most beautiful synagogues in the country. On the other side of Narew river a magnificent castle was built in 1433. In 16th century it became one of the residences of the Polish king. Thanks to its reconstruction you may discover the culture of Polish nobility.
Description & Instructions When Visiting Warsaw, Central Poland, Poland
On this off-the-beaten-path trip you will discover 2 unique places in the company of a licensed guide. Treblinka is one of the most important sites related to Holocaust and should be on your list if your are interested in WWII. The place where the extermination camp was organized is now a memorial (no original buildings or installations are left). As for Tykocin, this picturesque village on the Narew river will let you discover Polish countryside and feel the very special atmosphere of Eastern Poland. You will get an overview of Polish history since the 16th century until now. Tykocin’s heritage was built Polish and Jewish communities that lived here together for centuries. Its synagogue is one of the biggest and most beautiful synagogues in the country. On the other side of Narew river a magnificent castle was built in 1433. In 16th century it became one of the residences of the Polish king. Thanks to its reconstruction you may discover the culture of Polish nobility.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Treblinka Memorial, Treblinka Poland
You will visit the place where Treblinka death camp existed during WWII. The guide will provide you with historic background and explanations.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Tykocin Castle Museum, Puchalskiego 3, Tykocin 16-080 Poland
You will visit the rebuilt castle in Tykocin which used to be a royal residence.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Tykocin Synagogue, ul. Kozia 2, Tykocin 16-080 Poland
You will discover a magnificent 17th century synagogue which survived WWII and is a perfect background to hear the story of a large Jewish community that used to live in Eastern Poland.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Tykocin, Tykocin, Podlaskie Province, Eastern Poland
You will explore the beautiful village of Tykocin, including a small museum organized by its people in an old wooden house.
Duration: 1 hour
Duration: 12 hours
Starts: Warsaw, Poland
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
