Kraków – Tyniec Cruise

Discover the Beauty of the Vistula and the Tyniec Abbey

Join us for a four-hour cruise from Kraków to Tyniec and experience the breathtaking landscapes along the Vistula River. Sail upstream and admire the Przegorzały Castle, nestled on the hills of Wolski Forest, as well as the 15th-century Camaldolese Hermitage in Bielany.
In Tyniec, you’ll witness the stunning Benedictine Abbey, perched atop a limestone hill—a true architectural gem with a rich history.
A private cruise for up to 12 people on a traditional gondola is also available for reservation.
Upon arrival in Tyniec, enjoy a 30-minute stop to explore the area before heading back

Enjoy a perfect blend of history, nature, and culture as you cruise along the Vistula!

Cruise Route

Set sail on a scenic journey along the Vistula River and explore some of Kraków’s most remarkable landmarks from the water. Along the way, you’ll pass:

Wawel Hill – Home to the Royal Castle and Cathedral, a symbol of Poland’s history
Dębnicki Bridge – One of Kraków’s picturesque river crossings
Salwator – A historic district known for its charming atmosphere
Zwierzyniec District – A green and peaceful part of the city with rich history
Norbertine Monastery – A centuries-old convent located by the river
Przegorzały Castle – A scenic hilltop residence offering breathtaking views
Wolski Forest & Bielany – A lush natural escape within Kraków
Kościuszko Water Dam – A key hydro-engineering structure on the Vistula
Whitewater Kayaking Course – A famous training site for professional kayakers
Tyniec Benedictine Abbey – A stunning monastery perched on a limestone hill
Dębniki – A historic riverside district
Zakrzówek – A beautiful blue-water lagoon surrounded by cliffs
Papal House – The former residence of Pope John Paul II
Manggha Museum of Japanese Art & Technology – A modern cultural landmark
Grunwaldzki Bridge – A major bridge connecting key parts of the city

If you dream of a longer boat trip, during which, in addition to the monuments of the city of Krakow, you can see the face of the city in the company of wild nature, we invite you to a boat cruise to Tyniec. We start the trip in the morning at the foot of Wawel and head upstream. We sail in a 12-person gondola modeled on traditional Vistula boats that have been sailing on this river for hundreds of years. The gondola provides all passengers with comfort and safety while maintaining proximity to the water and not limiting the views of any of the passengers. And there is something to see along the way! First, we leave Wawel Hill behind the stern, then we sail under the Dębicki Bridge. Sailing along the Zwierzyniec district, we will see the monastery of the Norbertine Sisters, and in the distance the Tadeusz Kościuszko Mound. After a while, our eyes will come into view of the Castle in Przegorzały and the monastery in Bielany, located in the forests of the Bielańsko-Tyniec Landscape Park. Another attraction that awaits you during the cruise is the lockage on the Kościuszko water stage. After leaving the lock and reaching the Tyniec quay, you will have a break of about 50 minutes – you will be able to go ashore, see the Benedictine abbey or take a walk. Remember to keep an eye on the time, because the gondola will leave promptly at the scheduled time, at 12:40. On the way back, we will sail along the Kolna kayak track, Karol Wojtyła’s house at ul. Tyniecka 10. Please note that there is no toilet on board. The duration of the cruise is about 4 hours.