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Nearly twenty years of guiding thoughtful, deeply personal journeys through one of Europe's most fascinating cultural landscapes.
It is the place where my professional and artistic journey began. For nearly twenty years, I have been guiding visitors from around the world through one of Europe's most fascinating cultural landscapes, creating private experiences that combine Jewish heritage, history, art and local life.
My work is rooted in the belief that the most meaningful journeys go beyond landmarks. Whether we are exploring the streets of historic Kazimierz, uncovering forgotten family stories, visiting former Jewish communities or discovering Krakow through art and architecture, every tour is designed around your interests and guided with historical accuracy, curiosity and genuine personal attention.
Read My Full StoryI specialise in Jewish heritage and genealogy, welcoming travellers who wish to better understand the history of Polish Jews, reconnect with their family roots, or experience Krakow through a deeper cultural perspective. Alongside these journeys, I also offer carefully curated city tours, art experiences and visits to my own printmaking studio.
Every tour is private and fully customised to your interests, your pace, and the people you're travelling with.
Krakow's Old Town and the historic Jewish quarter of Kazimierz in a single, private day of discovery.
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A focused walk through Kazimierz and the former Jewish Ghetto in Podgórze, with a local Jewish-heritage specialist.
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A private, carefully prepared day at the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial — historical context on the way, time to reflect afterwards, and door-to-door transport from Krakow.
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Retrace your family's journey through the towns and villages of southern Poland.
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A private day in the former Jewish heartland of Galicia — Tarnów's Jewish quarter and centuries-old cemetery, and the beautifully restored synagogue of Dąbrowa Tarnowska.
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The Benedictine Abbey in Tyniec, the Vistula river landscape, and a private visit to Renata's own printmaking studio.
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Multi-day, tailor-made itineraries across Poland and Central Europe, planned with our partner European Legacy Tours.
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I welcome individual travellers and families, Smithsonian Journeys guests, university alumni groups, and discerning visitors seeking exceptional private experiences. Whatever brings you to Krakow, I strive to create tours that are thoughtful, engaging and deeply personal.
Tell me about your interests, your travel dates, and what you'd like to explore in Krakow.
Together we shape an itinerary around your interests, pace and, where relevant, your family history.
Explore Krakow with knowledge, sensitivity and genuine local insight, guided personally throughout.
From bespoke itineraries and expert guiding to logistics and on-the-ground support — one trusted local contact in Krakow, from planning through delivery.
Two days with Renata, ending in a driving and walking tour of Krakow. Thoughtful and caring from the first booking emails, and she adapted the plan around a mobility issue without missing the main sights.
Read the full review on ToursByLocals →Tour director for a 16-day Eastern Europe trip with 23 travellers — warm, superbly organised and on top of every detail, from dietary needs to recovering items left behind.
Read the full review on Tripadvisor →Tour director on a two-week Eastern Europe trip; her organisation, communication and knowledge of each city let the whole group relax and enjoy it.
Read the full review on Tripadvisor →Led a Central Europe tour through Poland, Hungary and Austria — clear, calm, flexible and very responsive, with maps, itineraries and tips at every stop.
Read the full review on Tripadvisor →A private three-hour tour for six friends, tailored to the group's interests and set at a pace that suited everyone.
Read the full review on Tripadvisor →A four-and-a-half-hour car and walking tour of the city; recommended for anyone interested in art and history.
Read the full review on ToursByLocals →A city tour covering all of Krakow's highlights, which the couple loved and strongly recommend.
Read the full review on Tripadvisor →Two days together — a Krakow city tour and a visit to Auschwitz — with tickets and logistics taken care of, plus restaurant tips and advice for the rest of their trip.
Read the full review on Tripadvisor →Everything a first-time visitor needs to plan a meaningful Jewish heritage visit to Krakow — where to go, how much time to allow, and how to choose a guide.
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The history, synagogues, streets and everyday life of Kazimierz — once one of Europe's most important centres of Jewish life.
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Inside Krakow's oldest active synagogue and the remarkable 16th-century cemetery beside it, resting place of Rabbi Moses Isserles.
Read the story →Share your interests and travel dates, and let's design a private tour that's thoughtful, engaging and entirely your own.
