12 days in Poland & Prague Itinerary

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

On the 24th (Sat), indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, stroll around Lazienki Krolewskie w Warszawie, then learn about all things military at Muzeum Powstania Warszawskiego, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Old Town. On the 25th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: get the lay of the land with Walking tours, then don't miss a visit to Nowy Swiat, then browse the fresh offerings at Fish Market, and finally don't miss a visit to Palace of Culture and Science.

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Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to Warsaw is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of ferry and car. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 2 hours traveling from Jeddah to Warsaw. Expect much colder temperatures when traveling from Jeddah in December; daily highs in Warsaw reach 5°C and lows reach 0°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight 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.

Do your shopping at Sukiennice (Cloth Hall) and Ulica Florianska. Take a break from Krakow with a short trip to Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau in Oswiecim, about 1h 15 min away. The adventure continues: get to know the fascinating history of Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square, take in the spiritual surroundings of Wawel Cathedral, take in panoramic vistas at Museum of Krakow Town Hall Tower, and steep yourself in history at Wieliczka Salt Mine.

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Getting from Warsaw to Krakow by train takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: fly; or take a train; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 5°C in December, and nighttime lows around -2°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Wed) so you can go by car to Zakopane.

Home to Poland's indigenous Goral people, Zakopane sits at the foothill of the Tatra Mountains, an area serving as one of the country's most fashionable year-round vacation getaways.

On the 29th (Thu), make a trip to Wiktorówki, then indulge in some personalized pampering at Terma Bania, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Morskie Oko. On the 30th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in the awesome beauty at Giewont Mountain, get a taste of the local shopping with Gallery of Antoni Rzasa, take in the awesome beauty at Gubalowka, then take in the exciting artwork at Art Gallery Yam, and finally make a trip to Krupowki Street.

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Drive from Krakow to Zakopane in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a train. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from Krakow in December: high temperatures in Zakopane hover around 1°C and lows are around -7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Fri) early enough to drive to Prague.

Prague lures millions of tourists each year with its World Heritage-listed medieval city center--a labyrinth of narrow lanes, bridges, cathedrals, and palaces overlooked by a thousand-year-old castle.

Head to A|X Praha Palladium and GOF+FA/Gallery of Functional and Fine Artfor some retail therapy. There's lots more to do: appreciate the extensive heritage of Staromestske namesti, view the masterpieces at Katie Feygie Art Gallery, explore the engaging exhibits at Gallery of Steel Figures, and wander the streets of Lesser Town.

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Traveling by car from Zakopane to Prague takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and flight; or take a bus. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Zakopane in December, with highs in Prague at 5°C and lows at 0°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Mon) early enough to catch the flight back home.