24 days in Poland & Budapest Itinerary

You might consider the city of Budapest, divided by the Danube River into two distinctive cities--Buda and Pest--to be essentially one large World Heritage Site.

Budapest is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: don't miss a visit to Fisherman's Bastion, steep yourself in history at Széchenyi Thermal Bath, admire the landmark architecture of Matthias Church, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Dohány Street Synagogue.

To see ratings, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, use the Budapest trip planner.

If you are flying in from Turkey, the closest major aiport is Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport. In January in Budapest, expect temperatures between 3°C during the day and -4°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Sat) so you can fly to Krakow.

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.

Get out of town with these interesting Krakow side-trips: Oswiecim (Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau & Tomb of the Unknown Soldier). There's much more to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Wawel Cathedral, get to know the fascinating history of Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square, see the interesting displays at Womai, and contemplate the long history of Muzeum Krakowa, oddzial Fabryka Emalia Oskara Schindlera.

To find reviews, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Krakow trip maker website.

You can fly from Budapest to Krakow in 4.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In January in Krakow, expect temperatures between 1°C during the day and -5°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sun) so you can go by car to Poznan.

Poland's original capital, Poznan boasts centuries of rich history and culture, as well as a modern town center drawing a growing number of weekend revelers with its vibrant nightlife and diverse restaurant scene.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Poznan: Wroclaw (Pomnik Ofiar Zbrodni Katynskiej, Wroclaw Zoo & Afrykarium, &more). Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Parish Church of St. Stanislaus (Fara Church), take in nature's colorful creations at Palmiarnia Poznanska (Palmenhaus Poznan), make a trip to Croissant Museum, and get your bearings at Bazar Poznanski.

For photos, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Poznan day trip website.

Traveling by car from Krakow to Poznan takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. In January, plan for daily highs up to 1°C, and evening lows to -3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Fri) early enough to take a train to Torun.

The birthplace of astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus, the medieval town of Torun escaped the destruction of World War II, managing to preserve most of the Gothic architecture of its historical old town.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Torun: Gdansk (Uphagen's House - Museum of Gdansk, Spas, &more). There's still lots to do: test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, see the interesting displays at Żywe Muzeum Piernika, pause for some photo ops at Pomnik Piernikarki Torunskiej, and stop by Galeria Piernika.

To see more things to do, maps, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Torun trip itinerary planner.

Getting from Poznan to Torun by train takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In January, daily temperatures in Torun can reach 0°C, while at night they dip to -4°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Warsaw.

Warsaw draws big crowds with its seemingly unstoppable energy, exemplified by the city's explosive nightlife and thriving music scene.

Kick off your visit on the 24th (Tue): see the sky in a new way at Copernicus Science Centre, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, then appreciate the history behind Pomnik Bohaterów Getta, then get to know the fascinating history of Old Town, and finally don't miss a visit to Castle Square (Plac Zamkowy). On the 25th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in panoramic vistas at Palace of Culture and Science, learn about all things military at Muzeum Powstania Warszawskiego, then walk around Lazienki Krolewskie w Warszawie, and finally indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas.

To see ratings, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Warsaw trip planner.

Traveling by car from Torun to Warsaw takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In January, daily temperatures in Warsaw can reach 0°C, while at night they dip to -5°C.