Short and to the point: what you will see while walking the Royal Road and on Wawel Hill, how a one-day trip to Wieliczka looks, how much it costs to hire guide Małgorzata Kasprowicz in 2025, and practical tips — from tickets to what to pack in your daypack. Everything is written in a simple, friendly tone so you can plan your trip right away.
If you want to book a date immediately — it’s best to contact the guide directly to agree the route and check availability.
Małgorzata Kasprowicz is a licensed guide for Krakow with many years of experience. She has led thousands of groups — from families with children, through school trips, to business groups and VIPs. Her storytelling blends solid knowledge, anecdotes, and light humor, so even a longer walk goes by quickly.
Małgorzata knows Wawel "inside out" and often combines classic routes with themed walks: legends, royal history, city curiosities, or tours tailored for younger listeners. She also organizes one-day outings outside the city, including trips to the Wieliczka Salt Mine.
A walk along the Royal Road is a classic: the Barbican, St. Florian’s Gate, the Main Market Square, the Cloth Hall, St. Mary’s Basilica, and finally Wawel Hill. With a guide, the visit gains historical context, curiosities, and stories you won’t find in paper guidebooks.
At Wawel you can see the Cathedral, the royal chambers, and museum exhibitions. Practical note — some exhibitions and museum routes require separate museum tickets. Some guided routes (for example special tours organized by the museum) have their own prices and limited places — keep that in mind when planning your day.
The Wieliczka Salt Mine is one of the most popular day-trip destinations from Krakow. The tourist route usually takes about 3–3.5 hours, includes several dozen chambers and up to several hundred steps (expect roughly 800–1,000 steps depending on the route variant). The underground temperature is constant — about 14–16°C — so bring a light jacket or sweater.
Visits along the tourist route are conducted in groups led by a mine guide. On organized trips, guide Małgorzata Kasprowicz handles transport, plans the program, and shares historical stories on the surface and before/after the descent. Remember comfortable shoes, water, and preparing children for the stairs. For school groups and families she adapts pace and narration.
Below is a summary of prices for tours with guide Małgorzata Kasprowicz valid in 2025. Prices are split into small groups (1–35 people) and large groups (36+ people), and by Polish and English language tours. Some dates may have promotions — always ask about current offers when booking.
Polish-language tours - small groups (1–35 people): - 2 hours: PLN 300 (promotional price) - 3 hours: PLN 400 (promotional) - 4 hours: PLN 500 (promotional) - Each additional hour: PLN 80 (promotional) (regular prices are correspondingly higher: e.g., 2 hrs PLN 350, 3 hrs PLN 450, 4 hrs PLN 550).
Polish-language tours - large groups (36+ people), price per person: - 2 hours: PLN 12/person (promotional) - 3 hours: PLN 15/person (promotional) - 4 hours: PLN 18/person (promotional) (regular prices are slightly higher: e.g., 2 hrs PLN 14/person).
English-language tours - small groups (1–35 people): - 2 hours: PLN 400 (promotional) - 3 hours: PLN 500 (promotional) - 4 hours: PLN 650 (promotional) - Each additional hour: PLN 120 (promotional) (regular prices will be higher: e.g., 2 hrs PLN 450).
English-language tours - large groups (36+ people), price per person: - 2 hours: PLN 18/person (promotional) - 3 hours: PLN 24/person (promotional) - 4 hours: PLN 28/person (promotional).
Add-ons: - Rental of headset/audio systems for groups: approximately PLN 8 per person. - Themed tours have separate rates (for example a themed 2-hour tour around PLN 350–420, depending on offer and group).
A few notes about prices: - The listed fees cover the guide’s service and do not include entrance tickets to museums, castles, or the mine. - Promotions may apply for specific dates — always confirm the promotional period and final price when booking. - For very large groups or unusual routes the price may be negotiated individually.
Wawel and other museums have their own pricing and entry limits. Some Wawel routes (e.g., the royal chambers or special guided museum routes) require purchasing museum tickets. A ticket for certain Wawel exhibitions may cost several dozen PLN — check which exhibitions and routes you want to see and reserve tickets in advance.
In Wieliczka, admission to the tourist route and access to St. Kinga’s Chamber are sold by the Salt Mine; underground visits are run in groups with a mine guide and have set times. Fees for entry to the sites are not included in the guide’s service price.
Clothing and footwear — comfortable walking shoes and layers. Underground in Wieliczka the temperature is constant and cooler than on the surface. - Bring a water bottle and a small snack for a break after the walk. - At Wawel bring any documents for discounts if you are eligible (student card, senior ID, etc.).
Logistics — if you plan to visit several sites in one day (e.g., Wawel + Wieliczka), allow time for travel and for ticketed entries. Krakow–Wieliczka travel usually takes about 20–30 minutes by car or train/bus depending on traffic.
Children and school groups — Małgorzata runs tours adapted to different ages; for school classes she includes active elements and tasks. Provide the number and ages of children when booking so the program can be optimal.
After your walk it’s nice to relax in one of the local cafés or restaurants. A few friendly places around the Market Square and Kazimierz: - Café Camelot — a cozy café with atmosphere. - Miód Malina — good for breakfast and lunch. - Wierzynek — a historic restaurant on the Market Square if you want a classic "Krakow" experience. - Szara Kazimierz — a good option for lunch after exploring Kazimierz. - Plac Nowy and the Kazimierz area offer many bars and cafés for a quick meal.
If you plan a longer lunch after a trip to Wieliczka, there are inns and restaurants in Wieliczka near the busiest tourist routes — in high season it’s worth reserving a table.
Do I have to buy a Wawel ticket separately if I hire a guide? - Yes. Entry fees to museums and castles are separate. The guide service is paid separately.
Does the guide accompany the group underground in Wieliczka? - Małgorzata organizes trips to Wieliczka and accompanies groups for the full day. Keep in mind that underground routes are run according to the mine’s rules and the underground tour itself is conducted by a mine guide.
How far in advance should I book? - In the tourist season it’s better to book several weeks ahead. For large groups or school trips plan months in advance.
Does the guide work evenings and weekends? - Yes, availability is agreed individually — many walks also run in the evening, especially themed Kazimierz tours or city-legend evenings.
The easiest way is to contact zwiedzaniekrakowa.com directly or call the provided number to arrange the date, route, and final price for your group. Prepare an approximate number of people, preferred language, dates, and let the guide know if you need headset sets.
For school bookings provide the students’ ages and information about supervisors. For trips to Wieliczka ask about combining transport and entrance tickets so everything runs smoothly.
On site the guide can also help plan a coffee break or lunch in recommended places tailored to your group’s budget.
