Germany & Poland Road Trip

Join The Van Club for a 24-night motorhome adventure through Germany and Poland, from lakeside stays and medieval towns to the Baltic coast, Warsaw and Kraków. The itinerary includes four group evening meals and seven excursions, with time to explore independently along the way.

Join The Van Club for a 24-night Germany & Poland Adventure, exploring historic cities, the Baltic coast and some of Poland’s most memorable sights. Enjoy a mix of organised excursions, shared meals and free time, with fellow members travelling alongside you throughout the journey. Discover Germany and Poland Our adventure begins at Doktor-See near Rinteln, where a welcome dinner offers the chance to meet your fellow travellers. Spend time relaxing beside the lake, exploring the historic town or cycling along the Weser. We then head to Potsdam, staying at lakeside Camping Sanssouci. An organised coach excursion to Berlin includes a guided walking tour exploring key landmarks and the city’s Nazi-era history, followed by free time to explore. Crossing into Poland, we visit Poznań, with its colourful Old Market Square, cafés and Renaissance Town Hall, before continuing to Toruń, known for its beautifully preserved medieval Old Town. Our stay in Sopot brings time beside the Baltic Sea, with sandy beaches, seaside restaurants and opportunities to relax. A guided coach excursion to Gdańsk includes a walking tour of the Old Town, free time for lunch and a visit to the Oliwa district and cathedral. Next comes Malbork, where an audio-guided visit lets you explore the magnificent castle at your own pace, with a two-course lunch included. In Warsaw, a guided excursion introduces the capital’s history, Old Town and former Jewish quarter, with lunch and free time to explore. We then continue south towards Kraków. During our Kraków stay, enjoy a traditional Polish folk evening, featuring local music, a buffet and included drinks. We will also visit the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum for a guided visit reflecting on the lives lost during the Holocaust. A further excursion takes us underground at the Wieliczka Salt Mine, with its remarkable chambers, salt sculptures and chapel. This visit involves considerable walking and stairs and may not suit those uncomfortable in enclosed spaces. We continue to Wrocław, with time to explore its colourful squares, historic streets and famous dwarf statues, before returning to Germany for our final stop near Dresden. A farewell meal and return transport into Dresden round off the adventure, with free time to discover the city. What’s included 24 campsite nights Four evening meals, including the welcome dinner, Sopot meal, Polish folk evening and farewell meal Seven excursions, covering Berlin, Gdańsk, Malbork Castle, Warsaw, Auschwitz-Birkenau, Wieliczka Salt Mine and Dresden Time to explore independently, relax and socialise with fellow members Campsites and motorhome sizes Expect a mixture of lakeside touring parks and simpler campsites. Some Polish sites have communal grass pitching areas, basic facilities and no individually marked pitches. Long electrical leads may be required. Places are based on a maximum of 25 units. The Malbork campsite reservation and Wrocław campsite’s October opening remain subject to confirmation. Alternative arrangements may be made where necessary. Travelling with dogs Dogs are welcome on the rally, with any campsite dog fees payable locally. Dogs cannot join the organised excursions, so one person must remain at the campsite with them. A reduction for the person not taking part may be available, subject to the minimum excursion numbers being met. Please discuss this when booking. Ferry crossings Arrange your crossing through Direct Ferries and receive 5% off as a Van Club member, using the member offer. Discounted crossing quotes may also be available through Stena Line and Irish Ferries. Ferry crossings are booked separately from the rally package. Booking requirements To have your booking accepted, you must hold an active Van Club membership and either: Have attended at least two Van Club rallies, or Have at least two Van Club rallies booked before your booking for this adventure can be accepted. A completed booking form and a 20% non-refundable deposit are required to secure your place. The remaining balance is due 10 weeks before departure. Enjoy the freedom of travelling in your own motorhome, with a shared itinerary, organised visits and plenty of opportunities to make memories with fellow Van Club members.

Facilities

Dog information

Dogs are welcome on the rally; however, they are not permitted on the excursions. One person must therefore remain behind at the campsite with the dog. A discount will be applied to the non-participating person, provided the group's minimum excursion numbers have been met. Dogs' campsite fees are to be paid for locally.

Entertainment & activities

• 7 x Excursions
• 4 x Group Evening Meals