39 days in Poland Itinerary
39 days in Poland Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Poland trip itinerary planner
Start: Valletta, Island of Malta
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Gdansk
— 6 nights
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Warsaw
— 8 nights
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Krakow
— 8 nights
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Szczawnica
— 3 nights
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Zakopane
— 5 nights
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Oswiecim
— 2 nights
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Wroclaw
— 6 nights
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End: Valletta, Island of Malta
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World Capital of Amber
Although its history goes back a thousand years, Gdansk represents one of Poland's most modern urban centers, its thriving economy boosted by a lively tourism sector.When in Gdansk, make a side trip to see Muzeum Zamkowe w Malborku in Malbork, approximately Malbork away. There's lots more to do: wander the streets of Old Town, take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Mary's Church, have some family-friendly fun at Questrooms, and don't miss a visit to Dluga Street (ul. Dluga).
For reviews, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Gdansk online travel planner.
Valletta, Malta to Gdansk is an approximately 7-hour flight. You can also do a combination of bus and train; or do a combination of ferry, taxi, bus, and train. Traveling from Valletta in January, expect Gdansk to be cooler, temps between 0°C and -5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Thu) so you can travel to Warsaw.
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Phoenix City
Warsaw draws big crowds with its seemingly unstoppable energy, exemplified by the city's explosive nightlife and thriving music scene.Warsaw is known for historic sites, museums, and parks. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: get to know the fascinating history of Old Town, look and learn at Copernicus Science Centre, get engrossed in the history at POLIN Muzeum Historii Zydow Polskich, and get your game on at Room Escape Warszawa.
To find traveler tips, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Warsaw trip itinerary maker website.
You can fly from Gdansk to Warsaw in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 0°C in January, and nighttime lows around -5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Fri) to allow enough time to take a train to Krakow.
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Slavic Rome
One of Poland's oldest cities, Krakow sits at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains, its historical town center nestled on the left bank of the Vistula River.Krakow is known for historic sites, museums, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wawel Cathedral, examine the collection at Muzeum Krakowa, oddzial Fabryka Emalia Oskara Schindlera, get the lay of the land with Walking tours, and get to know the fascinating history of Wawel Royal Castle.
To see ratings, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, read our Krakow trip itinerary builder tool.
You can take a train from Warsaw to Krakow in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 1°C in January, and nighttime lows around -5°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sat) so you can go by car to Szczawnica.
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Szczawnica is a resort town in Nowy Targ County in Lesser Poland Voivodeship, in southern Poland. Explore Szczawnica's surroundings by going to Zamek Stara BaSn (in Grybow) and Archangel Michael's Church (in Nowy Targ). There's much more to do: explore the striking landscape of Pieniński Park Narodowy, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Orthodox Church - Jaworki, look for all kinds of wild species at Homole Canyon, and take in the awesome beauty at Sokolica.
To find traveler tips, photos, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Szczawnica day trip planning app.
Drive from Krakow to Szczawnica in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Krakow in January, Szczawnica is little chillier at night with lows of -10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Tue) early enough to drive to Zakopane.
To find traveler tips, photos, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Szczawnica day trip planning app.
Drive from Krakow to Szczawnica in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Krakow in January, Szczawnica is little chillier at night with lows of -10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Tue) early enough to drive to Zakopane.
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Winter Capital of Poland
Home to Poland's indigenous Goral people, Zakopane sits at the foothill of the Tatra Mountains, an area serving as one of the country's most fashionable year-round vacation getaways.Explore Zakopane's surroundings by going to Tatra National Park (The Black Pond, Lake Morskie Oko, &more) and Kotelnica Bialczanska (in Bialka Tatrzanska). Next up on the itinerary: take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Gubalowka, explore the different monuments and memorials at Cmentarz Zasluzonych na Peksowym Brzyzku, admire the verdant scenery at Dolina Koscieliska, and examine the collection at Muzeum Oscypka Zakopane.
To find maps, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Zakopane trip itinerary planner.
You can drive from Szczawnica to Zakopane in 1.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. In January in Zakopane, expect temperatures between 0°C during the day and -10°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Oswiecim.
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Known to most by its German name Auschwitz, the modestly sized city of Oswiecim sits at the foot of the Jura Mountains, just 50 km (30 mi) west of Krakow.Start off your visit on the 3rd (Mon): get engrossed in the history at Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau, then take an in-depth tour of Jewish Museum and Synagogue, and then appreciate the extensive heritage of Main Market Square. Here are some ideas for day two: take an in-depth tour of Zamek Museum, then examine the collection at Muzeum Zamkowe w Pszczynie, then see the interesting displays at Treasures of the Earth / Mineral Museum, and finally make a trip to Family Home of John Paul II.
To see where to stay, ratings, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Oswiecim sightseeing app.
Traveling by car from Zakopane to Oswiecim takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In February in Oswiecim, expect temperatures between 3°C during the day and -4°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Tue) so you can go by car to Wroclaw.
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Venice of the North
Known for its relaxed and liberal atmosphere, the energetic city of Wroclaw lures visitors with its rich cultural heritage and pedestrian-friendly old town.Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Wroclaw: Zamek Ksiaz w Walbrzychu (in Walbrzych), Parafia Wang (in Karpacz) and Church of Peace, Swidnica (Kosciol Pokoju w Swidnicy) (in Swidnica). Next up on the itinerary: make a trip to Rynek of Wroclaw, meet the residents at Wroclaw Zoo & Afrykarium, examine the collection at Panorama Raclawicka, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Jewish Community Center - Wroclaw.
To find where to stay, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, read Wroclaw trip itinerary maker website.
Drive from Oswiecim to Wroclaw in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In February, daily temperatures in Wroclaw can reach 6°C, while at night they dip to -1°C. On the 10th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.
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Poland travel guide
A massive country in eastern Europe, Poland offers much to those who venture beyond the continent's more traditional touristic destinations. Dating back to the first millennium, the republic has over a thousand years of heritage to explore, including an abundance of World War II history. Bordered by Germany to the west and Ukraine and Belarus to the east, Poland was the rope in a game of tug of war between German Nazis and the Soviet Allied forces. Major cities like Krakow, Warsaw, Gdansk, Wroclaw, Lodz, Poznan, and Lublin are offer an array of cultural attractions. The infamous concentration camp Auschwitz, near Krakow, is a difficult experience but a must for anyone visiting the area. Be sure to sample hearty comfort foods rich in meat, cabbage, and spices--the Polish secret to making it through harsh winters.