Things to do in Warmia-Masuria Province, Northern Poland: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

November 28, 2021 Agatha Simes

Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship or Warmia-Masuria Province or Warmia-Mazury Province (in Polish: Województwo warmińsko-mazurskie, [vɔjɛˈvut͡stfɔ varˈmiɲskɔ maˈzurskʲɛ]), is a voivodeship (province) in northeastern Poland. Its capital and largest city is Olsztyn. The voivodeship has an area of 24,192 km (9,341 sq mi) and a population of 1,427,091 (as of 2006).
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1. Elblag Canal Tour from Gdansk

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The Elblag Canal, also called the Elblag-Ostroda Canal, is a 150-years-old canal in Poland that runs from Elblag to Ostroda. At over 80 km in length, it is the longest navigable canal still in use in Poland. It is also one of the most interesting canals in Europe. Elblag Canal’s uniqueness arises from its peculiar choice of engineering to tackle a particularly difficult section of the route where the water level rises by 100 meters. This particular section is located between Druzno Lake and Piniewo Lake, a distance of about 10 km. Because the difference in height was too large, it was impractical to build traditional locks. Instead, an ingenious system of inclined planes was employed where the boats are lifted out of the water and placed into tracks and dragged across dry lands.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Boat tickets

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Reviewed By Adamthad

Seldom I get to meet someone who is soulfully connected to their community, knows its history, understands its culture, has insights into its present conditions and actively cares for its harmonious and beneficial future. This is the kind of person I experience the operator of this tour to be, and this in itself was an inspiring experience in itself - deserving the 5 star review. As for the castle - it is amazing! The enormity of it, as well as the preservation state is impressive. Even though not built by the Poles, it is a significant element of the complex Polish culture, giving particular insight into the nature of relation with their western neighbours, the Germans. On the first glance, it is a symbol of pride, of defeating a seemingly superior yet oppressive force and a landmark of self-confidence and hope - much needed by the Polish people. But looking even deeper I hope it could become an inspiration for a new era of the Polish-German relationship - where these two nations could combine their complimentary qualities, letting go of the past grievances - taking German focus and Polish spirit to create something beauty of which will stand the test of time even more than the Malbork Castle. As you can see, I did find aunexpected value in the experience and likewise invite those of you reading it not only to enjoy this tour, but to always look beyond the obvious :)

2. Trip to the Wolf's Lair - Hitler's Headquarters

Sopot, Poland Gdansk Airport Taxi & Transfers - Private sightseeing Tour
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Welcome to Adolf Hitler's former war headquarters "Wolf's Lair" - in the concrete town of bunkers in the forests near Ketrzyn in Gierłoż village. During the war, it was here that the most important decisions were made in the German war machine. From here, Barbaross's operation was supervised, and it was here that Fuhrer's bold, but unsuccessful assassination attempt, carried out by Claus Shenk von Stauffenberg. We will pick you up from your Hotel/Hostel/Apartment and take you to Wolf Lair. The driver can accompany you if you want or you can visit without driver and the driver will be waiting for you and after visiting take you to your Hotel/Hostel/Apartment in Gdańsk/Gdynia/Sopot. If you speak English poorly, you can take part in this tour with a German and Russian translator with us for an additional fee.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Parking Fees

Exclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Dinner, Breakfast

Reviewed By davesO6470YU

Used a Uber, taxi at 23:00 was there in 2 minutes. Rank is right in terminal which is small, in readability easy

3. Wolf’s Lair Private Day Trip from Warsaw

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Every history enthusiast should visit this place, as Wolf’s Lair is a complex of huge and tremendous bunkers, located in a picturesque land, full of woods and lakes, called Masuria. A secret complex of multi-storey bunkers, completely hidden from the world, was the witness to the most important moments of the Second World War. Despite being blown up during the retreat of Germans in January 1945, the Wolf’s Liar is still very impressive. The colossal concrete bunkers spread on the huge area show the military impetus and power of the Nazi Germany. Hitler wasn’t the only one to quarter here – many of the most important people of the III Reich, like Goering, Bormann, Keitel and Jodl, had their bunkers in Wolf’s Lair. On our way back we will visit one of the three places: Mamerki, where you can see more bunkers, a medieval castle, or a beautiful, baroque church with spectacular interior. The choice is up to you!

Inclusions: Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

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Reviewed By nicolay522

Great tour, a good variety of interesting places with a really friendly and knowledgeable guide. Lots of fun :)

4. Wolf's Lair - Wolfschanze - 1 day tour from Warsaw

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Hidden amid the eerie forests of Masuria, in northern Poland, lies the Wolf's Lair, perhaps the most important of Adolf Hitler's World War II headquarters. This tour is a must-do for WWII history buffs. Visit the remains of the biggest and most important headquarters of Adolf Hitler and its monster bunkers which almost became his grave during famous operation Valkyrie. Choose between the shared (not private) tour and private one. Both options include entrance fees and transport.

Inclusions: Tour of the Wolf's Lair with the guide (local or the one who picks you up in Warsaw), Live commentary on board, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle, Your guide for whole day (he is not just a driver), All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Reviewed By Trish K

Fascinating trip back in time to WW2, the appalling treatment of the Jewish people by the Nazis and the takeover of Poland by Communist Russia. Quite sad but heartening to hear about their brave attempts to fight off the aggressors. Our guide was very knowledgeable and personable . Great lunch break with excellent food.

5. Wolfs Lair and Swieta Lipka Private Tour from Warsaw with Lunch

Warsaw, Warsaw, Mazovia Province, Central Poland AB Poland Travel
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Join the expedition in the footsteps of World War II and visit the remains of the former Hitler Headquarter called the Wolf’s Lair. Here Hitler undertook many important decisions and also failed attempt on his life in July 1944 took place. After exploring we invite you to visit the famous Polish sanctuary in Swieta Lipka.

Inclusions: Transportation by car/minibus, Pick up and drop-off from your hotel, English speaking driver, English speaking guide in the Wolf’s Lair, Free wifi in most of our cars, traditional Polish lunch of the day (e.g. pierogi, chicken soup or schnitzel+water)

Exclusions: Breakfast, dinner

Reviewed By Wanderer900311

We were a group of four. The tour was for approx. 7 hours in the car. They sent us a large enough car so it was very comforting. Our driver gave us pit stops on the way when we requested and our guid in Krakow gave us some stop at the cafe and souvenir shops for us so we had some free time and learned interesting historical facts about Krakow. Very interesting and comforting experience in total. Breakfast and dinner is not included so I recommend that we bring some snacks on the tour.

6. Wolf's Lair and St. Lipka Private Tour from Gdansk

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Go on this 10 hour private tour to The Wolf’s Lair and discover Hitler's headquarters during World War II. You will also visit St. Lipka where you will listen to an organ concert in the most beautiful baroque church in Northern Poland. You will be transported on a private vehicle by a professional guide/driver from your hotel(selected areas only) and back to your hotel.

Inclusions: Licensed Tour Guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private transport, Entrance Tickets to Wolf`s Lair

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Reviewed By Adamthad

Seldom I get to meet someone who is soulfully connected to their community, knows its history, understands its culture, has insights into its present conditions and actively cares for its harmonious and beneficial future. This is the kind of person I experience the operator of this tour to be, and this in itself was an inspiring experience in itself - deserving the 5 star review. As for the castle - it is amazing! The enormity of it, as well as the preservation state is impressive. Even though not built by the Poles, it is a significant element of the complex Polish culture, giving particular insight into the nature of relation with their western neighbours, the Germans. On the first glance, it is a symbol of pride, of defeating a seemingly superior yet oppressive force and a landmark of self-confidence and hope - much needed by the Polish people. But looking even deeper I hope it could become an inspiration for a new era of the Polish-German relationship - where these two nations could combine their complimentary qualities, letting go of the past grievances - taking German focus and Polish spirit to create something beauty of which will stand the test of time even more than the Malbork Castle. As you can see, I did find aunexpected value in the experience and likewise invite those of you reading it not only to enjoy this tour, but to always look beyond the obvious :)

7. Wolf's Lair - Wolfschanze- 10 Hour Private Tour

Prestige Line - Airport Transfer Gdansk/Tours

Travel to the Wolf's Lair on a private excursion by luxury vehicle. Explore the Adolf Hitler's first Eastern Front military headquarters in World War II. 

Inclusions: Transportation by car/mini-van (max. for 7 people), Gdansk, Sopot hotel pick-up, English-speaking driver, Parking Fees, Tax, Assistance with organizing a tour guide at the Wolf's Lair

Exclusions: Guide at the Wolf's Lair, Tickets to the Wolf's Lair, Food and drinks

Reviewed By Robertforsstrom

First met up on airport, ordering online, altough our flight was delayed, we have someone meeting us upon arrival, then quality of car, and most of all, real genuine nice driver, so i am thinking maybe ask for pickup from hotel a few days later, though beeing from Sweden, that wouldn't happen, but off course there he was. I've tried airport transfers 3-4 times a year all around europe last ten years. Many good, some ok, but this has to rate one of the best in europe! Really reccomend,

8. Masurian District - The Wolfs Lair and a Sailing Yacht - 1 DAY TRIP FROM WARSAW

Masurian Lake District – „ The land of a thousand lakes”. Masuria – one of the most beautiful and,until recently, most underestimated parts of Poland. The district had been elected as one of the 28 finalists of the New 7 Wonders of Nature. A paradise on earth for sailing enthusiasts. Over 3000 lakes, unspoiled nature and places that are in vain in other parts of Poland. The Wolf’s Lair Ruins (German: Wolfsschanze) is a complex of bunkers that during WWII served as Hitler’s most important secret headquarters. The 250 ha large massacred town in the forest included buildings, barracks, two airports, a railway station, a water supply system, a heating station, and even a cinema, a tea house, and a canteen.The desolate forest is full of the remains of concrete buildings that were once inhabited by the Nazis but have long since been reclaimed by nature and covered in trees, moss, and shrubs. If you are interested in history, especially World War II, then this place is obligatory for you.

Inclusions: The door to door transport from the hotel/apartment by to the Masurian Lake District, All tickets, taxes, fees and handling charges., Driver/coordinator for Your help (in English) , Entry tickets to the Wolf's Lair - the secret quarters of Adolf Hitler, Guide in English in Wolfsschanze - dedicated only to Your group, Yacht admission tickets, Dinner on the yacht, Yacht cruise on the Masurian Lakes, Transport to the hotel/apartment in Warsaw

Exclusions: Drinks during dinner are at extra costs in the bar, Souvenirs and postcards

9. Guided Wolf's Lair tour

Poland Travel - Day Tours

We offer private tours by car with private English speaking driver and private English speaking local guide in Wolf's Lair.

Inclusions: - Hotel pick up, - English speaking local guide in Wolf's Lair., - Transport by high quality air-conditioned minivans or car or bus

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Reviewed By katielamb83

We had a private tour to austwitz With Poland travel. We were picked up from our hotel in jelenia gora in a private, comfortable, modern van and were driven four hours to austwitz by our polite and friendly driver Michel. Our driver spoke very good English and we had a couple of stops for breaks on the way there and Back. Going to austwitz is very worth it. Visiting the birkenau camp I was surprised to find It’s such a beautiful and peaceful location where such evil and atrocities happened, makes me aware that all those poor beautiful souls are at rest now, thank god. I fully recommend this company. From the secretary Natalia who is very professional and clear in her emails, to the very good driver and transport.

10. Wolfs Lair - Hitlers hideout

Trips and Travels Poland

Within the Mazurian lake district, a secret chain of bunkers are created. This is where Adolf Hitler has arranged his main headquarters for the whole eastern campaign called as "Barbarosa Plan". This place is a must for all II World War fans

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Private transportation, Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes

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Reviewed By Bellapod77

Very informative tour, with vital details about Jews in Poland and what happened in Warsaw during WWII. Friendly tour guide who was happy to answer any questions directed at him, while making a difficult topic interesting. Worth wandering in the grey and wet weather for.

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