John Paul II Heritage Tour

John Paul II Heritage Tour

Experience the incredible divine atmosphere while visiting the most prominent Catholic landmarks related to the life of pope John Paul II. Empower your faith and explore historic pilgrimage destinations: Wadowice, Kalwaria Zebrzydowska and Łagiewniki, all in one day. 

MrShuttle - a recipe for comfortable and carefree travelling

MrShuttle means comprehensive services, thus, we take care of troublesome travelling aspects such as the purchase of entry tickets and insurance. Apart from that, we prepare delicious and diversified lunch boxes tailored to your dietary requirements. Thanks to it, you won’t be forced to visit subsequent Catholic pilgrimage destinations as hungry as a hunter. Door-to-door transportation indicates that we’ll pick you up and drop off at a preferred location. Forget about having to catch a bus or pay extra money for a taxi.

We understand that Polish is a complex and not particularly popular language, consequently, we do our best to facilitate communication between tour members by providing an English speaking driver that will be more than happy to assist you while visiting the John Paul II Museum in Wadowice. 

First stop - the John Paul II Museum in Wadowice

Although the tour usually starts with visiting the town of Wadowice, we strive to live up to the expectations of our clients, therefore, in special circumstances, it’s possible to alter the itinerary. 

When thinking about the life journey of the pope, it’s unimaginable not to mention Wadowice where Karol Wojtyla spent his childhood and youth. The classic scenario assumes that our tour begins with a visit to the John Paul II Museum located in the family home of the Wojtyla’s family.

After seeing what the pope’s life looked like almost a hundred years ago, our guide will take you to a local church where John Paul II was baptised. It’s an unprecedented opportunity to reflect on your choices and experience a deep connection to the faith.

Conclude this part of the tour by devouring the iconic “kremówka” cake frequently referred to by the pope. Wadowice offers the finest and most traditional sweets of this type and if you appreciate Karol Wojtyla’s sense of humour, you must have heard about his frequent trips to confectionaries.

Second stop - Kalwaria Zebrzydowska surrounded by mystical pathways

The Kalwaria Zebrzydowska park is our second stop on the tour. As the mom of John Paul II passed away when he was a kid, the boy was raised by a father who would frequently take him to Kalwaria. The complex dates back to the XVII century and was awarded a World Heritage Site label by UNESCO in 1999. 

Kalwaria can boast the longest Way of the Cross with 28 stations that attract even 2 millions pilgrimages a year. Apart from that, you can devote an hour spent there to reflection in 42 chapels named after the places in Holy Land and Jerusalem. It’s an ideal heritage site to reinforce your faith and contemplate the life journey of the pope.

The last stop - Łagiewniki and the honoured Sanctuary of Divine Mercy

The astonishing Sanctuary of Divine Mercy in Łagiewniki, Kraków is our last stop. This Roman Catholic basilica is the resting place of Faustyna Kowalska who was canonized in 2000. 

The building originally housed the Sisters of Our Lady of Mercy monastery founded in the XIX century. When the remains of sister Faustina were moved there in 1966, cardinal Karol Wojtyla designated the church as a shrine.

The sanctuary is renowned for the original Image of the Divine Mercy painted by Adolf Hyła on the basis of the devotion initiated by saint Faustyna. The author wanted to express his gratitude for the survival during World War II which makes visitors realize that there are even more reasons to reevaluate their lives and appreciate boundless opportunities.

Once you finish your quiet time, you can go to Faustina’s chapel at the Sanctuary and climb the tower to admire breathtaking views. On a clear day, it’s even possible to observe the Tatra mountains. 

After such a spiritual tour, MrShuttle will take you directly to your hotel, apartment or other indicated location where you can conveniently relax and prepare for other eventful days.

The oldest Polish Calvaries dating back to the XVII century

MrShuttle nurtures tradition and cares about clients. That’s why we provide affordable services and tours that enable exploring the most significant monuments and religious sites.

Taking into consideration that Poland is one of the most Catholic countries in the world, we couldn’t forget about offering a John Paul II heritage tour that comprises a visit to the oldest Calvaries on Polish soil. 

For all believers, it’s an ideal opportunity to follow the steps of Karol Wojtyla, reflect on life, meet people who share the same values and taste local treats popular across the world. Thanks to our organizational skills, you’ll be able to see all prominent landmarks in Wadowice, Kalwaria Zebrzydowska and Łagiewniki just in one day!

Our tour is an ideal option for everyone willing to discover historic pilgrimage destinations in southern Poland in an attainable and compact way.

Still not convinced? Check out the brief summary of the tour itinerary and reasons proving it’s worth choosing services offered by MrShuttle!