The Amber Tour
Tour no. 19
Long history of amber,
from sticky resin in amber-producing forests till the nodule
that can be found on the beach contributed to the exceptional
beauty of the Polish Baltic Amber.
The Baltic amber is fossil resin originating some 40-35 million
years ago. the richest deposits of amber can be found both
around the Gulf of Gdansk.
Gdansk can be called an amber city. Its name, in numerous
versions, emerges whenever amber and its origin is being
mentioned. The Gulf of Gdansk is the place of the world's
largest amber deposits.
Departure:
In English and German on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, from June 1 to September 30,
2007.
10 a.m., gathering point at
MERCURE Hevelius Hotel ***, ul. Heweliusza 22.
Return:
Late evening
Walking / Bus tour.
In English
Minimum 7 persons, please ask for availability.
Price: EUR 42.00, USD 50.00 per person.
To book a tour, please contact us at gdansktours@visit.pl or at +48 12 294 11 36. |