7-Day Poland Road Trip from Warsaw to Kalisz and Krakow

Photo of Warsaw, Poland. Aerial view Palace of Culture and Science and downtown business skyscrapers.
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Duration
7 days & 6 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
6 nights included
Car rental
7 days included
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 7-day road trip through Poland.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Poland. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 3 nights in Warsaw, 1 night in Kalisz, and 2 nights in Krakow, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Poland. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Warsaw, Kalisz, and Krakow. We'll help you experience the best 7 days in Poland you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Warsaw, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Poland, including the stunning Łazienki Park and Palace of Culture and Science.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Poland. From the magnificent Copernicus Science Centre to the breathtaking Royal Castle and Old town Market Square in Krakow, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. As you hit the open road and drive through Warsaw, Kalisz, and Krakow, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Poland. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Poland.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Poland. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Poland.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Poland.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Poland has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Poland. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 6 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 6 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Poland extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

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

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Included

Hotel, 6 nights
Rental car, 7 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Warsaw - city in PolandWarsaw / 3 nights
Krakow - city in PolandKrakow / 2 nights
Wroclaw - city in PolandWroclaw
Kalisz - city in PolandKalisz / 1 night

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Attractions

Photo of main square in Krakow on a summer day, Poland.Old town Market Square in Krakow
Photo of Wawel castle with Gardens and cathedral, Krakow, Poland.Wawel Royal Castle National Art Collection
Photo of aerial view of Wroclaw with parks and zoo in early spring, Poland.Wrocław Zoological Garden
Photo of Royal Łazienki Park in Warsaw, Palace on the water, Lazienki Palace, Poland.Łazienki Park
Photo of aerial view Palace of Culture and Science and downtown business skyscrapers, city center of Warsaw, Poland.Palace of Culture and Science
Copernicus Science CentreCopernicus Science Centre
Photo of Royal Castle and Sigismund Column in Warsaw in a summer day, Poland.Royal Castle
Photo of Multimedia Fountain Park in Warsaw, Poland.Multimedia Fountain Park at Podzamcze
City Zoological Garden in Warsaw, Nowa Praga, Praga-Północ, Warsaw, Masovian Voivodeship, PolandCity Zoological Garden in Warsaw
Photo of old town square in Warsaw in a summer day, Poland.Old Town Market Square in Warsaw
Warsaw Uprising Museum, Czyste, Wola, Warsaw, Masovian Voivodeship, PolandWarsaw Uprising Museum
Photo of Wawel cathedral on Wawel Hill in Krakow, Poland.Wawel Cathedral
Photo of beautiful Szczytnicki Park in Wroclaw, Poland.Szczytnicki Park
Photo of beautiful Saxon Garden in Warsaw, Poland.Saxon Garden
Sky TowerSky Tower
A picture of a Humboldt Penguin at the Kraków Zoo.Krakow Zoo
Autumn leaves falling in The Planty - a park in Krakow, Poland.Planty Park
Former Oskar Schindler Factory in Krakow, Poland.Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory
Warsaw, Poland - May 13, 2023: Elevated view of the Museum of History of Polish Jews 'Polin', in Warsaw, with Ghetto Heroes Monument and people.Museum of the History of Polish Jews
Saint Mary's Basilica located on Main Square in Cracow, Poland.St Mary's Basilica
Warsaw, section of Vistula boulevards between Swietokrzyski Bridge and Slasko-Dabrowski Bridge. Sunday afternoon.Vistula Boulevards
Henryk Jordan Park

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Day 1 - Warsaw - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 - Warsaw - arrival day

  • Warsaw - Arrival Day
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  • Saxon Garden
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Warsaw has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Saxon Garden. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 26,161 visitors.

Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Warsaw, Stary Dom. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,942 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Warsaw is Restauracja Różana. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,148 customers.

Locals recommend Soul Kitchen as one of the best restaurants in the city of Warsaw. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,638 customers.

Warsaw also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Warsaw is Woda Ognista. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,044 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Warsaw is Krutoy Lounge. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 511 customers.

Locals also enjoy PiwPaw Beer Heaven. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,034 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in Poland!

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Day 2 - Warsaw

Day 2

Day 2 - Warsaw

  • Warsaw
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Drive 19 km, 53 min

  • Multimedia Fountain Park at Podzamcze
  • Old Town Market Square in Warsaw
  • Royal Castle
  • Copernicus Science Centre
  • Łazienki Park
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You still have 2 nights left in Warsaw.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Multimedia Fountain Park at Podzamcze. This incredible attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 39,805 visitors.

Old Town Market Square in Warsaw is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 37,366 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Royal Castle. This amazing attraction is a royal palace and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 46,604 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Copernicus Science Centre. This science museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 50,411 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Łazienki Park. This park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 81,258 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Poland to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Warsaw.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Warsaw, like Stara Kamienica. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,298 customers.

N31 Restaurant & Bar is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Warsaw. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,286 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Warsaw, Coctail Bar Max & Dom Whisky. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,448 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Bar Pacyfik. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,250 customers.

Kraken Rum Bar is another of the best bars in the city of Warsaw. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,237 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Poland!

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Day 3 - Warsaw and Kalisz

Day 3

Day 3 - Warsaw and Kalisz

  • Warsaw
  • Kalisz
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Drive 275 km, 3 hours 21 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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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Kalisz. You’ll stay in Kalisz for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Warsaw’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Warsaw, start your day with a visit to the amazing Palace of Culture and Science. This much-appreciated palace and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 66,944 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Warsaw Uprising Museum. This architectural structure and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 32,837 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Museum of the History of Polish Jews to make the most of your road trip across Poland. The spectacular Museum of the History of Polish Jews is a jewish museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 17,692 visitors. Every year, around 450,000 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Warsaw has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Kalisz. Kalisz offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Pub Warka Kalisz. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,651 reviews.

The remarkable Bajeczny Bar Mleczny is another top restaurant in Kalisz we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 827 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Kuźnia u Stacha is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 439 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Poland!

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Day 4 - Wroclaw and Krakow

Day 4

Day 4 - Wroclaw and Krakow

  • Wroclaw
  • Krakow
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Drive 394 km, 5 hours 10 min

  • Szczytnicki Park
  • Wrocław Zoological Garden
  • Sky Tower
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Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Poland. Today, you'll wake up in Kalisz and embark on a scenic drive to Krakow, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Kalisz and Wrocław before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Kalisz. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful City Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,232 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Rynek miasta Kalisz. This attraction, a beloved best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,939 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Kalisz is the stunning Park Przyjaźni. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,990 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Szczytnicki Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 28,513 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Wrocław, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Krakow. When you arrive in Krakow you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Starka | Restaurant & Vodkas. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,520 customers.

Locals also recommend Czarna Kaczka/ Black Duck, another of the best restaurants in Krakow. Czarna Kaczka/ Black Duck is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,682 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Piwnica Pod Baranami. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,916 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Nowy Kraftowy to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Krakow, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,066 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Eszeweria. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Eszeweria has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,522 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Poland, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 5 - Krakow

Day 5

Day 5 - Krakow

  • Krakow
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Drive 23 km, 1 hour 4 min

  • Wawel Cathedral
  • Wawel Royal Castle National Art Collection
  • Henryk Jordan Park
  • Krakow Zoo
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You still have 1 night left in Krakow.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Wawel Cathedral. This incredible attraction is a cathedral and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 29,793 visitors.

Wawel Royal Castle National Art Collection is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 141,574 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Henryk Jordan Park. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 12,048 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Poland to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Krakow.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Krakow, like Nowy Kraftowy. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,066 customers.

Szynk is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Krakow. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 686 customers.

Locals enjoy House of Beer, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Krakow. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,362 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Krakow, Mercy Brown. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,099 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like TRZCINA Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 707 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Poland!

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Day 6 - Krakow and Warsaw

Day 6

Day 6 - Krakow and Warsaw

  • Krakow
  • Warsaw
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Drive 297 km, 3 hours 44 min

  • Old town Market Square in Krakow
  • St Mary's Basilica
  • Planty Park
  • Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory
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Day 6 of your road trip through Poland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Warsaw for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Krakow is the amazing Old town Market Square in Krakow. This attraction is a market square that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 151,340 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible church building, St. Mary's Basilica. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,063 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Krakow is the outstanding Planty Park. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,414 visitors.

The spectacular Oskar Schindler's Enamel Factory is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating architectural structure and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 20,059 visitors.

There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Poland. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Warsaw, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Woda Ognista, one of the best restaurants in the city of Warsaw. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,044 customers.

Locals also recommend Krutoy Lounge as one of the best restaurants in the city of Warsaw. Krutoy Lounge is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 511 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Warsaw is Polana Smaków – restauracja Andrzeja Polana Imprezy okolicznościowe Catering. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 502 customers.

After dinner, visit Panorama Sky Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Warsaw. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,441 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bar Studio. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,800 customers.

Alternatively, Zamieszanie - cocktail bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Warsaw. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,522 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Poland!

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Day 7 - Warsaw - departure day

Day 7

Day 7 - Warsaw - departure day

  • Warsaw - Departure Day
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  • Vistula Boulevards
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Day 7 of your road trip in Poland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Warsaw before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Vistula Boulevards is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Warsaw. This top-tier point of interest and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,904 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Warsaw and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Poland.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Warsaw at Zapiecek before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,850 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend ČESKÁ beer restaurant for your last chance at a meal in the city of Warsaw. The ČESKÁ beer restaurant restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,765 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try GOŚCINIEC Polskie Pierogi. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,255 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Warsaw. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Poland!

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