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 1–2Bus · 1h 30m · from €6Bus times and fares
- 2KrakowDays 3–5Train · 2h 10m · from €8Train times and fares
- 3WarsawDays 6–7
Days 1–2
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 €238 mid-range for hotel, food and sightseeing (€119 a day).
Days 3–5
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 6–7
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 €238 mid-range for hotel, food and sightseeing (€119 a day).
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Poland itinerary: FAQ
How many days do you need in Poland?+
7 days is enough for Zakopane, Krakow and Warsaw: 2 days in Zakopane, 3 days in Krakow, 2 days in Warsaw. With 10 and 14 days you can follow our 10-day and 14-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 Warsaw takes about 2h 10m from €8. Total time on the move is about 3h 40m.
How much does a 7-day trip to Poland cost?+
Plan on about €343 per person on a budget or €809 mid-range for accommodation, food and sightseeing, plus around €14 for the transport between cities. Flights to Poland are not included.