The route at a glance
How long to stay in each city and how to get between them. Fares are typical one-way prices per person.
- 1ZakopaneDays 1–3Bus · 1h 30m · from €6Bus times and fares
- 2KrakowDays 4–6Bus · 2h 40m · from €11Bus times and fares
- 3ŁódźDays 7–8Train · 1h 7m · from €30Train times and fares
- 4WarsawDays 9–11Train · 2h 24m · from €52Train times and fares
- 5GdańskDays 12–14
Days 1–3
Zakopane
Zakopane is Poland's mountain capital at the foot of the Tatras, famous for its carved wooden villas, highlander (Górale) culture and smoked sheep's cheese. It is a base for alpine hikes and lakes in summer and skiing and thermal baths in winter, just two hours from Kraków.
- Krupówki Street
- Gubałówka Funicular
- Kasprowy Wierch Cable Car
- Morskie Oko Lake
- Old Church & Pęksowy Brzyzek Cemetery
- Chochołowskie Thermal Baths
Mid-range
UpscaleAbout €357 mid-range for hotel, food and sightseeing (€119 a day).
Days 4–6
Krakow
Krakow is Poland's cultural capital, blessed with a beautifully preserved old town, royal castle, and sobering war history. The city offers affordable prices, vibrant nightlife, and a walk through centuries of European heritage.
- Main Market Square
- Wawel Castle
- St. Mary's Basilica
- Kazimierz Jewish Quarter
- Auschwitz Day Trip
- Wieliczka Salt Mine
Mid-range
UpscaleAbout €333 mid-range for hotel, food and sightseeing (€111 a day).
Days 7–8
Łódź
Poland's creative capital rises from its industrial past with converted factories, street art, and a thriving film scene. Łódź surprises with Europe's longest pedestrian street and Art Nouveau treasures.
- Piotrkowska Street
- Manufaktura
- EC1 Science Center
- Film Museum
- Street Art
- Jewish Cemetery
Mid-range
UpscaleAbout €208 mid-range for hotel, food and sightseeing (€104 a day).
Days 9–11
Warsaw
Warsaw is a phoenix city, meticulously rebuilt after WWII and now thriving as a modern European capital. The beautifully reconstructed Old Town contrasts with communist-era architecture and gleaming skyscrapers, telling a story of resilience and renewal.
- Old Town Market Square
- Royal Castle
- Lazienki Park
- POLIN Museum
- Palace of Culture and Science
- Warsaw Uprising Museum
Mid-range
UpscaleAbout €357 mid-range for hotel, food and sightseeing (€119 a day).
Days 12–14
Gdańsk
Gdańsk is a Baltic jewel that rose from WWII ashes to become one of Europe's most beautiful cities. Its Long Market is lined with colorful merchant houses, while the historic shipyards where Solidarity began offer powerful history lessons.
- Long Market
- Neptune Fountain
- Mariacka Street
- St. Mary's Church
- European Solidarity Centre
- Crane Gate
Mid-range
UpscaleAbout €342 mid-range for hotel, food and sightseeing (€114 a day).
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Poland itinerary: FAQ
How many days do you need in Poland?+
14 days is enough for Zakopane, Krakow, Łódź, Warsaw and Gdańsk: 3 days in Zakopane, 3 days in Krakow, 2 days in Łódź, 3 days in Warsaw, 3 days in Gdańsk. With 7 and 10 days you can follow our 7-day and 10-day route instead.
What is the best way to travel around Poland?+
On this route every leg works by bus and train. Zakopane to Krakow takes about 1h 30m from €6; Krakow to Łódź takes about 2h 40m from €11; Łódź to Warsaw takes about 1h 7m from €30; Warsaw to Gdańsk takes about 2h 24m from €52. Total time on the move is about 7h 41m.
How much does a 14-day trip to Poland cost?+
Plan on about €684 per person on a budget or €1,597 mid-range for accommodation, food and sightseeing, plus around €100 for the transport between cities. Flights to Poland are not included.