10 Day Czech Republic and Poland Tour Packages

Czech Republic And Poland Itineraries for 10 days

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• 10 Days in Central Europe, incl. Budapest and Prague

  A powerful five-day tour through Czech Republic and Poland balances two nights in Prague with three in Krakow, offering both guided experiences and free time, including a visit to the Auschwitz Memorial.

  

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  • Days 1-3

    Budapest, Hungary

    Plan to arrive in time for the 6 PM Danube River cruise. A traveler shared: "Watching the sun set over the Parliament building from the river was magical - definitely arrive in time for this." After the cruise, explore Budapest's famous ruin bars in the Jewish Quarter. Szimpla Kert is a must-visit spot. Start your city tour at 10 AM on Day 2. You'll need good walking shoes since you'll cover a lot of ground between St. Stephen's Basilica and Buda Castle. The afternoon castle tour involves some uphill walking, but you can take the funicular for €4 if you prefer. Visit Széchenyi Thermal Baths on Day 3. Get there before 9 AM to beat the crowds and get a locker. Bring flip-flops and a swim cap for the lap pools. The outdoor pools stay open until 10 PM, making it nice for a nighttime soak.

    
  • Days 4-6

    Prague, Czech Republic

    The train ride to Prague takes about 7 hours through Slovakia. Grab breakfast to go before the early departure. Once you arrive, drop your bags near Old Town Square and catch the 6 PM Vltava River cruise. Try Lokál for dinner but go before 7 PM to avoid waiting. Take a walking tour on Day 5. See the Astronomical Clock early before crowds fill Old Town Square. Walk Charles Bridge mid-morning before tour groups show up. Pack water and wear good shoes for Prague Castle. Use Day 6 to explore on your own. The Jewish Quarter is great to visit early, or you might like a food tour. One visitor noted: "The evening food tour through Karlín neighborhood was a highlight - try the svíčková (beef in cream sauce) at Lokál Hamburk."

    
  • Days 7-10

    Krakow, Poland

    The train to Krakow takes 6.5 hours through pretty Moravian countryside. Start with Main Market Square when you arrive, then head to the Jewish Quarter, Kazimierz, for dinner at Hamsa or Starka Restaurant. Plan for Auschwitz on Day 8. The tour starts early. Bring water and dress for the weather since you'll be outside a lot. A traveler advised: "Give yourself quiet time to process after returning to Krakow." Spend Day 9 seeing Krakow's highlights from the St. Mary's Basilica trumpet call to Wawel Castle. Take the Jewish Quarter tour in the afternoon. Book ahead at Kogel Mogel or Pod Aniolami for your final dinner. Use Day 10 for last-minute exploring before leaving. Visit Schindler's Factory or climb St. Mary's tower for city views. Most hotels will store your bags after checkout if you have a late departure.

    

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• 10 Day Central Europe Itinerary, incl. Prague and Warsaw

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Prague

    Get to Prague Castle by 8:30 AM to avoid the crowds. Walk down through Lesser Town to Charles Bridge. The afternoon sun creates perfect lighting for photos of the bridge's statues. Book your stay in Vinohrady - it's a peaceful area just 10 minutes by tram from the center.

    
  • Day 3

    Prague to Brno

    Visit the Jewish Quarter in the morning before taking the 3-hour drive to Brno. Visit Špilberk Castle for great city views and explore the underground labyrinth under the Vegetable Market. Bring a jacket since it stays cool underground all year.

    
  • Day 4

    Slovakia to Krakow

    Leave early to cross Slovakia. You'll need about 2 hours to see Bratislava's Old Town highlights. Stop in Trenčín for lunch. The 4-hour drive to Krakow goes through mountain areas. Take a seat on the right side of the bus to see the High Tatras.

    
  • Day 5

    Krakow

    Visit the Old Town and Wawel Castle. If you go to Wieliczka Salt Mines in the afternoon, wear good walking shoes for the 378 steps down. Your Polish dinner will likely include local favorites like pierogi and żurek soup.

    
  • Day 6

    Auschwitz and Katowice

    Visit Auschwitz-Birkenau in the morning (90 minutes from Krakow). Pack a lunch since food options are limited. In the afternoon, see how Katowice has changed from industrial to artistic, especially in Nikiszowiec.

    
  • Day 7

    Wroclaw

    Stop in Opole during the morning, then spend your afternoon in Wroclaw looking for dwarf statues - there are more than 300 around the city. Take a boat ride through the canals to see why people call it the "Venice of Poland."

    
  • Day 8

    Poznan to Warsaw

    Watch the mechanical goats in Poznan's Old Market Square at noon. Stop in Toruń for some local gingerbread before the 3-hour drive to Warsaw.

    
  • Days 9-10

    Warsaw

    Start in the rebuilt Old Town, then check out the artistic Praga district with its galleries and food markets. Visit the Palace of Culture during sunset for the best views. Your last morning is open before leaving.

    

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  • Days 1-3

    Prague

    Begin your Central European adventure in Prague. Plan an early arrival on Day 1 to make the most of your time. The airport transfer usually takes 30 minutes, but morning traffic can stretch it to an hour. Visit Old Town Square in the evening when crowds are smaller and the buildings glow under night lighting. Get to Prague Castle before 9 AM on Day 3 to avoid the tour groups. Take a Vltava River cruise in late afternoon when the sunlight creates perfect photo opportunities at Charles Bridge.

    
  • Day 4

    Bratislava and Trenčín

    Start with a 4-hour morning drive to Bratislava. You'll need about 3 hours to see Bratislava's old town on foot since everything is close together. In Trenčín, make sure to wear good walking shoes for the castle visit. The cobblestone path gets slippery in wet weather. The final 4-hour drive brings you to Krakow by evening.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Krakow Region

    Start exploring Krakow's Market Square by 8:30 AM. If you visit Wieliczka Salt Mine, bring warm clothes as it stays at 57°F (14°C) all year. Day 6 includes visits to sobering historical sites like Auschwitz. Bring water and sunscreen since most of the tour is outside without much shade.

    
  • Days 7-8

    Wrocław to Northern Poland

    The canals in Wrocław look best at sunset. Visit Poznań's Market Square at noon to watch the mechanical goats. After a 3-hour drive to Toruń, you can photograph the medieval walls in the soft late afternoon light.

    
  • Days 9-10

    Warsaw

    Explore Warsaw's carefully reconstructed Old Town. As one local visitor noted: "Early morning walks through Łazienki Park are magical - look for red squirrels and peacocks near the Palace on the Isle." Stay in Śródmieście for quick access to both historic and modern Warsaw.

    

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