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"Bartek picked us up at the hotel for our drive down to Auschwitz. Extremely friendly, and knowledgeable, he chatted with us about Poland, answering our questions, giving us tips etc. He had bought our tickets for the tour inside Auschwitz (he could not guide us inside), dropped us, took my WhatsApp number so that he could communicate where he would meet us at the end of the tour. After the tour ended, he brought us back, stopping at a restaurant in the middle for some pierogi and coffee before dropping us back at our hotel. I truly wish I had booked more tours with Bartek. I will next time. We highly recommend Bartek for tours in Krakow. "

"We did the 4-hour Kazimierz Jewish Heritage & Schindler’s Factory Tour with Krzysztof as our guide and really enjoyed it. He is extremely knowledgeable and has lots of interesting stories to share. Very likable, and also a cat lover, which is always a good sign… Highly recommended!"

"We did a tour with Bartek yesterday which was exactly what we wanted. Just the right amount of information, interesting facts to keep us engaged and comprehensively covered the Old townand Castle (there is a lot to see). Bartek found us a good place for a rest stop mid-way which was welcome in the heat of the afternoon. He also went out of his way to point out some places we were going on future tours which was super helpful. Recommended. "

"I recently enjoyed a private guided tour of Krakow's Old Town with my 13-year-old son, and I cannot recommend Tomaz highly enough. From the very beginning, he demonstrated genuine care and professionalism by taking the time to understand my son's needs—particularly his autism and occasional difficulty maintaining focus—as well as his passionate interest in history. What truly impressed me was how seamlessly Tomaz adapted his tour to keep my son engaged throughout. Rather than delivering a standard guidebook narrative, he wove compelling historical connections that aligned perfectly with my son's interests. Questions about flags, Mongol invasions, and other specific topics were met with detailed, thoughtful answers that sparked genuine curiosity and enthusiasm. The tour itself was remarkably comprehensive and intellectually stimulating. Tomaz masterfully connected different historical threads—from medieval warfare and trade routes to University history and religious heritage—creating a rich tapestry of understanding. He even incorporated fascinating insights into Polish-Swedish history, adding a personal dimension to our experience. What set Tomaz apart was his exceptional ability to balance academic depth with accessibility. He wasn't simply listing facts; he was telling stories that brought history to life. His genuine passion for the subject matter was evident, and it was contagious. My son remained engaged and excited throughout the entire tour, asking thoughtful questions and retaining information in a way that rarely happens in standard group settings. Rating: 10/10 stars"

"We had a walk of Kraków with Bartek, with focus on Kraków during ww2, and experiences of the Jewish people of Krakov. The walk began in what is called Kraków Schindler factory museum, which provides a detailed progressive view of what the life in krakow was prior to, during and after the occupation by German army. Bartek was great walking us through the exhibitions and pointing out interesting, unique a artifacts and moving through the story. While we are generally familiar with the history of occupation, we found out many new things from Bartek. After the museum we followed on with a wonderful walk of Jewish ghetto and old Jewish neighborhood of Kraków. Bartek ensured the walk was interesting and engaging. We had a small but mixed group, 3 generations of same family, and everyone was able to see and learn things of interest, bartek catered very well to all 3 generations. Thank you Bartek! "

"Bartek was wonderful. His knowledge about the Old Town and the Jewish Quarter is very impressive. He was also very understanding about my Dad being hard of hearing and trying to make sure he could hear everything. We really enjoyed the experience and would recommended him to everyone! "

"My wife, myself and another couple spent a wonderful day exploring and learning about the beautiful city of Krakow with Tomasz. This young man was a delight—great personality, intelligent and a thorough knowledge of the history, culture and nuances of his country and city. He was passionate about his work and we, as a group thought he was our best guide in our four week trek across Europe—could not give him a higher recommendation. "

"Our small group found Bartek to be a very engaging, highly educated historian with a great sense of humor. He clearly has a passion for history, not just of Kraków or Poland, but of worldly events and how they affected Poland and he told many stories and myths that made the information easier to retain. He was also knowledgeable about architecture, culture, customs, food, and more. Bartek knows the city like the back of his hand. He recommended several restaurants, and all were excellent. Out of the dozen or so city tours we have done, Bartek was the best guide we've had. I would hire him in a heartbeat."

"From start to finish, Bartek made sure every aspect of our experience was excellent. Pickup perfect and right at our location, a drive out to Auschwitz’s filled with personal anecdotes and warm, friendly conversation, and great communication so we always knew where to find him. He also arranged a private tour of Auschwitz for us with one of the museum guides which is well worth doing to make the experience more personalized. A wonderful experience, and I would highly recommend Bartek!"

"Aleksandra guided us with enthousiasm and passion through Krakow. The Jewish quarter was a revelation! We were there with our family and my daughters, roughly of the same age as Aleksandra, really enjoyed hearing about the recent history and life in Krakow from when she was young. We enjoyed the food and bar tips she provided to us before and after the tour. I can only strongly recommend to hire Alexandra as you guide!"