12-Day Poland Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Warsaw traveling north to Olsztyn, Gdańsk, Toruń County, and Łódź

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Explore the best of Poland on a remarkable 12-day road trip! Combine exploration with relaxation on a self-drive tour featuring Warsaw, Olsztyn, Gdańsk, Sopot, Kałdowo, Gdynia, Toruń County, Łódź, and Borysew.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Poland. You will spend 4 nights in Warsaw, 1 night in Olsztyn, 3 nights in Gdańsk, 1 night in Toruń County, and 2 nights in Łódź. Anticipate well-spent days sightseeing, eating delicious food, and experiencing the highlights of each destination!

With this travel package, you can choose from an extensive selection of accommodations along your road trip route in Poland. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, including options for each budget. Whether you are in the mood for luxurious 5-star hotels or budget-friendly bed and breakfasts, we have you covered.

Upon arriving in Warsaw, the rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for collection. From there, the road trip can begin! Experience the ultimate freedom and uncover Poland on your own terms.

An expertly curated travel plan makes sure you don’t miss out on any of the best things to see and do on your road trip in Poland. Łazienki Park and Manufaktura are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Warsaw, Olsztyn, Gdańsk, Sopot, Kałdowo, Gdynia, Toruń County, Łódź, and Borysew, you will also enjoy plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Poland. Whether you are exploring enchanting towns and villages, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there is always something new and exciting to experience in Poland.

Throughout your road trip in Poland, take breaks from sightseeing to explore your favorite destinations' top shopping streets and markets. Discover unique souvenirs that will forever remind you of your self-drive adventure in Poland.

This package offers an all-in-one solution for your trip planning - choose flights, a rental car, accommodations, attractions, and tours that suit your needs and desires. You can customize each day of your road trip itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking.

The best services in Poland fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your road trip in Poland today!

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Warsaw - Arrival day
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  • Vistula Boulevards
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Say hello to Warsaw! Your exciting road trip through Poland is just about to start. Navigating the top places to see in the region is a breeze with a car. The rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for pickup upon your arrival in the city. You will stay in Warsaw for 3 nights before you continue your adventure!

Warsaw is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

Find your way to your hotel in Warsaw. We recommend choosing a hotel in a central location for easy exploring. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM at hotels in Poland. Settle in and make plans for the evening.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Warsaw, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 12-day road trip in Poland!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Warsaw
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Drive 34 km, 1 hour 17 min

  • Copernicus Science Centre
  • Park Szczęśliwicki
  • Royal Castle in Warsaw
  • Warsaw Barbican
  • Multimedialny Park Fontann
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Day 2 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Warsaw. You’ll stay in Warsaw for 2 nights more, offering you enough time to explore at a relaxed pace.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Poland. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

Warsaw is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Warsaw.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Poland!

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Warsaw
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Drive 26 km, 1 hour 4 min

  • Museum of King Jan III's Palace at Wilanów
  • Palace on the Isle
  • Łazienki Park
  • National Museum in Warsaw
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Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Poland. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Warsaw, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Head back to your accommodation in Warsaw and get some rest to prepare for another magical day of your road trip in Poland.

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Warsaw
  • Olsztyn
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Drive 220 km, 2 hours 56 min

  • Palace of Culture and Science
  • Warsaw Uprising Museum
  • Museum of the History of Polish Jews
  • City Zoological Garden in Warsaw
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Dive into day 4 of your remarkable road trip in Poland. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Warsaw. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Olsztyn, where you'll spend 1 night.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Olsztyn, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Olsztyn. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Say good night to Olsztyn and look forward to another great day of your road trip in Poland!

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Olsztyn
  • Gdansk
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Drive 198 km, 2 hours 34 min

  • Zamek Kapituły Warmińskiej w Olsztynie Muzeum Warmii i Mazur
  • Upper Gate in the Old Town
  • Westerplatte
  • Westerplatte museum
  • Golden Gate
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On day 5 of your road trip in Poland, your travel plans include 2 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Olsztyn and Gdańsk are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Gdańsk, where you will stay for 3 nights.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Gdańsk. Gdańsk offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Gdańsk. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

As the sun sets, rest up and recharge for the next leg of your road trip in Poland.

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Gdansk
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Drive 3 km, 46 min

  • Museum of the Second World War
  • Polish Baltic Frédéric Chopin Philharmonic
  • Long Market
  • Neptune's Fountain
  • Basilica of St Mary of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Gdańsk
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You have 2 nights left in Gdańsk. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Poland. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Gdańsk's best restaurants.

Celebrate another amazing day of your road trip adventure in Poland!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Gdansk
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Drive 151 km, 2 hours 44 min

  • Oliwski Park
  • Zoo Gdańsk
  • Ergo Arena
  • Malbork Castle
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On day 7 of your road trip in Poland, you’ll start and end your day in Gdańsk, but spend the day exploring what’s beyond the city. Since you still have 1 night to spend in Gdańsk, there’s no need to rush. Experience Gdańsk, Sopot, and Kałdowo to the fullest today with this curated day itinerary.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Gdańsk.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Gdańsk. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Poland!

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Gdansk
  • Toruń
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Drive 219 km, 3 hours 16 min

  • Gdynia City Beach
  • Ship Museum ORP "Błyskawica
  • Statek-muzeum "Dar Pomorza"
  • Gdynia Aquarium
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On day 8 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Poland, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Gdynia. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Toruń County, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Toruń County. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Toruń County's best restaurants.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Toruń
  • Łódź
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Drive 172 km, 2 hours 19 min

  • Nicolaus Copernicus Monument in Toruń
  • House of Nicolaus Copernicus
  • Muzeum Piernika
  • The Leaning Tower in Toruń
  • Fontanna Cosmopolis im Mirosława Hermaszewskiego
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Your itinerary for day 9 of your road trip in Poland includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Toruń County. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Łódź, where you'll spend 2 nights.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Łódź, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Łódź's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Take some time to reflect on your day and savor another beautiful night in Poland.

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Łódź
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Drive 14 km, 1 hour 16 min

  • Botanical garden in Łódź
  • Piłsudskiego Park
  • Manufaktura
  • Rosa's Passage
  • EC1 Łódź - City of Culture
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You’ll stay in Łódź for 1 night.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Poland. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Łódź. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

As the sun sets, rest up and recharge for the next leg of your road trip in Poland.

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Łódź
  • Warsaw
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Drive 215 km, 3 hours 15 min

  • Unicorn Stable (tram station)
  • OFF Piotrkowska
  • Palm House
  • Park Źródliska in Łódź
  • Safari Borysew Zoo
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 11 of your road trip in Poland. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 2 places, which are Łódź and Borysew. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Warsaw, where will spend 1 night.

Whether you decide to get entrance tickets for all attractions or you prefer admiring from a distance, amazing experiences await on this day in Łódź.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Warsaw. Warsaw offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

Warsaw is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Warsaw.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day of your road trip in Poland!

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Warsaw - Departure day
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  • Saxon Garden
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Day 12 of your road trip in Poland is your departure day. If you've still got time left, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Browse through boutiques to find unique and stylish fashion pieces to take home. When you need a break, visit a cafe and relax with a cup of coffee or tea.

Drive to the airport, return your car, and take the opportunity to get some last-minute souvenirs before you board your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave with many wonderful memories of your road trip in Poland!

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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.
Personalize your itinerary
Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.
Easily make changes
Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.
Enjoy seamless planning
With everything from accommodations to activities pre-arranged, our packages save you hours of research—so you can spend more time enjoying your trip, not planning it.
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