A school trip is more than just looking at sights — it's a story that stays with students. A licensed guide knows how to present history and curiosities in a way that engages pupils, prompts questions and makes important facts memorable.
For small groups (2–6 people) touring with a guide is especially comfortable — the pace is tailored to the group, questions can be asked on the spot and the approach is personal. This is a great option for classes, families or small school sections.
As your guide I can shape the route to combine educational elements with fun — legends, quizzes and short role-play scenes help keep children and teenagers focused.
Working with a guide also simplifies logistics: I give suggestions for breaks, choose optimal routes and recommend reliable places for meals or safe meeting points.
For school trips I offer a special educational and activating approach that teachers usually appreciate — students stay interested and the material is easier to remember.
The Main Market Square is the heart of Krakow — a space full of history, interesting stories and monuments. Typical highlights include the Cloth Hall (Sukiennice), the Town Hall and, of course, St. Mary's Church.
St. Mary's Church is famous for, among other things, the altarpiece by Veit Stoss — a masterpiece of late Gothic art that makes a huge impression on both children and adults. During the visit I explain how to read paintings and sculpture and what a medieval artist's workshop was like.
The Hejnał mariacki — the trumpet call played from the church tower — sounds every hour. It's a moving moment: I tell the children the legend of the trumpeter and the tune's meaning in the city's history.
In a small group we can be flexible: step into the church interior, look closely at the altarpiece details and talk about life in a medieval town without rushing, answering all questions.
Remember appropriate dress when entering a church (covered shoulders, no hats indoors).
Zakopane is a wonderful complement to a stay in Krakow — it's about 100 km away, so a one-day trip with a guide is possible.
A typical program includes Krupówki — a walk along the most famous promenade, a ride on the Gubałówka funicular (time to enjoy the top), touring historic Zakopane villas and a walk through the Pęksowy Brzyzek cemetery — a great lesson on local history and culture.
For those interested there is the option to visit Wielka Krokiew and, depending on the season, go up to a viewpoint. Some attractions require extra fees (for example, cable cars) — it's worth including them in the group's budget.
With a small group it's easier to manage the pace and breaks — children recover more quickly and chaperones keep closer contact with the guide.
When planning a day trip to Zakopane we agree the route and pace in advance so we make the most of the time without rushing.
For small groups (usually from 1 to 35 people) various walk lengths are available — most often 2, 3 or 4 hours. Prices vary depending on language and promotions — there is also the option of audio headsets for comfort in busier places.
Practically, for small Polish-speaking groups standard options are roughly: 2 hours, 3 hours or 4 hours — when planning the trip we agree details and final pricing individually.
On a Zakopane trip expect small extra costs: tickets for cable cars or entrance fees to selected sites (usually modest amounts), snacks and possible souvenirs.
When booking for schools please provide the number of participants, students' ages, the educational goal and any topic preferences (e.g. legends, architecture, World War II), so the program can be tailored to the group.
For convenience I also suggest considering headsets (an option for larger or noisy locations) — they improve the class's ability to hear the guide's story.
In a small group I can engage in dialogue with every person — children's and teenagers' questions are welcome and the program is flexible: I expand on topics that particularly interest participants.
I adjust the pace to the group: for younger children shorter stories and more educational games; for older students — more facts, contexts and short comprehension questions.
Small groups make it easy to introduce interactive elements: mini-quizzes, field tasks or exercises in identifying architectural details.
Chaperones receive practical guidance about logistics: meeting points, time for breaks, safe walking routes and alternatives in case of weather changes.
I can also prepare a short summary material for the teacher — a list of key points from the visit to discuss back at school.
Comfortable shoes and clothing suited to the weather — Krakow's weather can be unpredictable.
A water bottle and a small snack — especially for longer walks with children.
Documents entitling to discounts for students or chaperones (if needed) — it's good to have them at hand.
Contact numbers for chaperones and the guide exchanged before the trip increase safety and ease of communication.
If you plan to enter churches or museums — check rules about dress and any photography restrictions.
Q: Do you accept small groups of 2–6 people? - A: Yes, I happily lead routes for small groups; it's often the most enjoyable way to explore.
Q: How long is a typical school trip? - A: Usually 2–4 hours depending on the program; on request I can prepare longer themed days.
Q: Is there a place for a mid-morning snack or lunch? - A: Of course — when planning the route we choose convenient places for breaks and meals suited to the group's age.
Q: What about the weather? - A: If it rains I have alternatives ready (museums, shorter indoor visits, themed indoor stories).
Q: Are you licensed? - A: Yes, the tour is led by a licensed guide, which ensures reliable knowledge and professional educational care.
Q: How do I book? - A: Contact me with the date, number of participants, age of the group and preferred duration — I will send confirmation and a suggested program.
Balance walking time and breaks — even the best-planned route tires younger children without short pauses to stretch and have a snack.
Set a realistic plan: in one day it's best to focus on one area (for example Old Town + Wawel) or a single day trip to Zakopane, rather than trying to tick off too much.
For trips to Zakopane allow time for travel and possible traffic, especially in summer and winter seasons.
Think about group safety — I ask chaperones to keep regular contact and hold short briefings before and after the trip.
If you have special educational goals (e.g. World War II history, Gothic architecture), tell me in advance — I'll prepare content aligned with the curriculum.
To book a date please provide the date, number of participants, approximate ages, preferred duration and any additional requests (e.g. museum visit, trip to Zakopane).
Booking allows us to refine the route plan, choose the best times to visit and prepare educational materials for the students.
For small groups a short confirmation often suffices - I will gladly advise on the optimal plan and help finalize details.
I look forward to hearing from you and will happily help plan a trip that is interesting, safe and tailored to your class's needs.
Welcome to explore Krakow — Małgorzata Kasprowicz
