11 days in Central Poland Itinerary

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 sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: get to know the fascinating history of Old Town, learn about all things military at Museum of King Jan III's Palace at Wilanow, enjoy breathtaking views from Palace of Culture and Science, and get curious at Copernicus Science Centre.

To see more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Warsaw road trip planning site.

Cairo, Egypt to Warsaw is an approximately 9-hour flight. You can also drive. The time zone changes from Eastern European Standard Time to Central European Standard Time, which is usually a -1 hour difference. Plan for cooler temperatures traveling from Cairo in January, with highs in Warsaw at 0°C and lows at -5°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight 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: Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary and St Nicholas (in Lad), Kalisz (Muzeum im. G.J. Osiakowskich & Sanctuary of St. Joseph in Kalisz) and Bydgoszcz (Ulica Mostowa, Cathedral of St. Martin's and St. Nicholas, &more). The adventure continues: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Parish Church of St. Stanislaus (Fara Church), pause for some photo ops at Enigma Code Breakers Monument, engage your brain at Spiders Exhibition, and admire the natural beauty at Palmiarnia Poznanska (Palmenhaus Poznan).

For where to stay, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Poznan holiday maker website.

Getting from Warsaw to Poznan by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. In January, plan for daily highs up to 1°C, and evening lows to -3°C. On the 19th (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.