15-Day Grand Poland Tour: The Ultimate Luxury Travel Experience

If you’re someone with a profound interest in Polish history, culture, architecture, nature, and outdoors, with an acquired taste for fine dining, and elegant stays, this is the perfect tour for you!

The phenomenal rise of Poland’s top cities on Europe’s travel map has suddenly put the entire country on every tourist’s radar. From private guided tours to corporate retreats, event venues, and even inquiries about expat life or Erasmus programs, my mailbox is flooded with diverse requests. But the most common query gravitates around a private guided tour in Poland.

Suggested read: What makes Wrocław a hit European city among skilled expats?

Greetings from Wrocław! My name is Amit Chandra and today, I bring you the ultimate summer trip to Poland. Yes, summer—when Poland is alive with international tourists, cultural festivals, congresses, and endless energy!

As a seasoned guide living and working here for the past seven years, I offer custom private tours in Poland’s top destinations, including Wrocław, Kraków, Gdańsk, and Warsaw—seamlessly blending them with unforgettable multi-day excursions. Every journey is tailored to your preferences, ensuring a truly bespoke travel experience in Poland.

Take your time and browse this 15-day luxury private tour, curated for discerning travellers seeking exclusive, high-end experiences. From the picturesque Market Square of Wrocław to the historic coastal charm of Gdańsk, discover Poland like never before. This grand itinerary blends culture, history, nature, fine dining, and elegant stays—all with an exclusive, private touch.

Walk through Auschwitz to reflect on history, admire Kraków’s royal elegance, and explore the breathtaking landscapes of Zakopane and Dunajec. Experience Poland’s spiritual heart in Częstochowa, feel the pulse of Warsaw and immerse yourself in the untouched wilderness of Białowieża. Finally, round off your journey with the seaside magic of Trójmiasto (Gdańsk, Sopot, and Gdynia). Every detail of this tour is designed for those seeking a seamless, luxurious, and immersive Polish adventure. 

This tour starts and ends in Wrocław! (which can be changed at your convenience)

Day 1: Arrival in Wrocław

This private guided tour of Poland starts from my home city, Wrocław–a lively city in southwestern Poland. I summarise Wrocław as the city of colourful market square, romantic bridges, gnomes, the Odra river cutting through the city centre and a fascinating mix of Polish, Czech, and German influences.

4:00 PM – Hotel check-in
Leisure Time: Relax at the hotel
Evening Highlights: Evening walk & dinner with a brewery tour at Piwnica Świdnicka (one of the oldest breweries in Europe)
End of day

Hotel Recommendation for Wrocław: Hotel Monopol, The Bridge

Day 2: Wrocław City Tour & Food Tasting

Morning: Breakfast at the hotel, Wrocław Guided walking tour (up to 3h)

• Wrocław Old Town Market Square
• University of Wrocław (Mathematical Tower for city panoramic views)
• Ostrów Tumski
• Dwarfs Hunt

Noon: Lunch at Lwowek (local Polish cuisine)
Afternoon: Public transport or drive to:

• City’s best Beach Bar (quick stop for craft beer and local vibes)
• Centennial Hall (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
• Japanese Garden

Evening: Fine dining with Poland’s largest multimedia fountain at Tarasowa Restaurant (Centennial Hall)

End of day

Day 3: Książ Castle & Church of Peace (Day-Trip)

Morning: Breakfast at the hotel & drive to Książ Castle (1.5h)

• Tour of Poland’s 3rd largest castle (self-guided with audio guide)
• Underground tunnels (Project Riese, WWII history, audio guide)

Noon: Lunch at Castle Restaurant, a quick stop at Palm House
Afternoon: Drive to Świdnica

• The Holy Trinity Church of Peace in Świdnica (UNESCO-listed, largest baroque temple in Europe)

Evening: Drive back to Wrocław (1h), break

• Option 1: 1-hour Odra River Cruise (drinks and dinner option)
• Option 2: Dinner at Jadka Restaurant or Konspira

End of day

Day 4: Auschwitz–Kraków

A deeply moving experience, with a guided tour through the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial, preserving the memory of World War II’s darkest chapter.

Morning: Breakfast at hotel, check-out & drive to Auschwitz (2h 45m)
Noon: 3.5-hour guided walking tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration Camp (museum-certified guide-educator, choice of language: English, German)
Afternoon: Lunch stop, Drive to Kraków (1.5h), hotel check-in
Evening: Dinner at Szara Gęś (fine dining, Main Square)

End of day

Hotel Recommendation for Kraków: Wyndham Grand Krakow Old Town, Newport Hotel

Day 5: Kraków City Tour & Food Tasting

Krakow is Poland’s former royal capital, home to Wawel Castle, the historic Jewish Quarter, and Europe’s largest medieval square. The Krakow city tour offers an immersive dive into Poland’s aristocratic and cultural past.

Morning: Breakfast at hotel & Kraków guided walking tour (up to 3h)

• Kraków Old Town Market Square
• Royal Route and major attractions around
• Wawel Hill (Cathedral & Castle)

Noon: Kazimierz District & local street food tasting
Afternoon: Riverbanks cruise or exploring more of Old Town
Evening: Fine dining at Pod Nosem

End of day

Day 6: Dunajec River Gorge (Day-Trip) & Zakopane

A tranquil rafting journey through limestone cliffs and lush forests in Pieniny National Park, one of Poland’s most scenic natural wonders.

Morning: Breakfast at hotel, check-out & drive to Dunajec River Gorge (2h 30m)

• Niedzica Castle (14th century, overlooking Czorsztyn Lake)
• St. Michael Archangel’s Church (UNESCO-listed wooden church)

Noon: Traditional wooden raft tour with Polish highlanders (2-2.5h)
Afternoon: Lunch & Drive to Zakopane (1h), hotel check-in
Evening: Leisure time, dinner at Karczma Szymaszkowa

End of day

Hotel Recommendation for Zakopane: GÓRSKA OSADA Luxury Chalets Poronin Zakopane or Zakopane Luxury Apartment

* Accompanied by a local guide (till Dunajec) helping with logistics

Day 7: Zakopane Outdoors

The winter capital of Poland, where Kasprowy Wierch Cable Car and Gubałówka Funicular unveil stunning Tatra Mountain views, complemented by an Oscypek cheese-tasting experience.

Morning: Breakfast at the hotel

• Morskie Oko Lake Hike (with optional horse carriage ride)
• Krupówki Street–Lunch, shopping

Noon: Thermal Baths
Evening: Oszczypek – Mountain Cheese Making Workshop at Muzeum Oscypka, optional dinner at Karczma Przy KominQ

End of day

Day 8: Zakopane Rides & Cultural Experiences

Morning: Breakfast at the hotel

• Kasprowy Wierch Cable Car Ride, Optional – easy hike to Mt. Giewont
• Gubałówka Hill Funicular Ride
• Tatra Museum visit
• Traditional highlander-style dinner at Bąkowo Zohylina Wyżnio

End of day

Day 9: Jasna Góra & Warsaw Drive

Częstochowa is home to the revered Black Madonna at Jasna Góra Monastery, a pilgrimage site steeped in history and spirituality.

Morning: Breakfast at the hotel, check-out & drive to Częstochowa (4h)
Noon: Visit Jasna Góra Monastery, lunch at Restauracja Pod Klasztorem
Afternoon: Drive to Warsaw (3h), hotel check-in
Evening: Dinner at Rozbrat 20

End of day

Hotel Recommendation for Warsaw: Raffles Europejski or InterContinental Warsaw

Day 10: Warsaw Highlights (with public transport)

The throbbing heart of Poland and an economic powerhouse of the country! Warsaw is a city of contrasts, from the Warsaw Uprising Museum narrating wartime resilience to elegant evenings with a Chopin concert in the Warsaw Old Town.

Morning: Breakfast at hotel, Warsaw guided walking tour (up to 3h)

• Palace of Culture & Science (viewpoint on 30th floor)
• Warsaw Old Town Market Square
• Royal Route and major attractions around
• Łazienki Park

Noon: Norblina, Browary Warszawskie (Warsaw hidden gems, chic dining & drinks)
Evening: Warsaw Uprising Museum (with audio guide) or Chopin Concert in Warsaw Old Town, Multimedia Fountain (after dark)

End of day

Day 11: Warsaw to Białowieża

Morning: Breakfast at the hotel, check out, drive to Białowieża (4h)
Noon: Lunch at Carska Restaurant
Afternoon: Hotel check-in
Evening: Leisure time or visit Nature & Forest Museum or Palace Park, dinner at the hotel’s restaurant

End of day

Hotel Recommendation for Białowieża: Apartamenty Carskie

Day 12: Białowieża full-day nature excursion

A UNESCO-listed primaeval forest, private tours in Białowieża bring you face-to-face with the last European bison at the Bison Show Reserve.

Morning: Breakfast at the hotel, full-day Białowieża excursion
Noon: Visit Orthodox Church, Trześcianka, Soce & Puchły, Żebra Żubra (Bison’s Ribs) Trail, wildlife-watching tour
Evening: Return to hotel, dinner at a recommended restaurant

End of day

* Excursion with a regional forest guide

Day 13: Białowieża to Gdańsk

Morning: Breakfast at the hotel, check out, drive to Gdańsk (6h)
Noon: Lunch stop in Elbląg Centre
Evening: Hotel check-in, dinner at Restaurant Kubicki

End of day

Hotel Recommendation for Gdańsk: Podewils Hotel Gdańsk or Hotel Gdańsk Boutique

Day 14: Gdańsk & Sopot

A coastal jewel blending medieval charm with maritime history, featuring the European Solidarity Centre, vibrant Long Market, and luxurious seaside escapes in Sopot.

Morning: Breakfast at hotel, Gdańsk Old Town walking tour (up to 3h)

• Długi Targ, Neptune’s Fountain
• Artus Court, Main Town Hall
• Golden Gate & Green Gate
• St. Mary’s Church (with viewing tower)
• Ulica Mariacka (Mariacka Street), Motława Riverfront & Crane (Żuraw)

Noon: European Solidarity Centre (with audio guide), Park Oliwa, Sopot beach and pier
Evening: Dinner at Winne Grono
End of day

Day 15: Departure

Morning: Breakfast at the hotel, check out, drive to Wrocław (5h)

End of tour

List of Paid Attractions & Activities

* The price below is mentioned per adult in the national currency: Polish Zloty

• Książ Castle & Underground Tunnels – 79
• Church of Peace Swidnica – 30
• Mathematical Tower (University of Wrocław) – 20
• Japanese Garden, Wrocław – 30
• Auschwitz-Birkenau (Guided Tour) – 110
• Niedzica Castle – 30
• Dunajec Rafting Experience – 160
• Oscypek Cheese Making Workshop at Muzeum Oscypka – 50
• Tatra Museum, Zakopane – 20
• Kasprowy Wierch Cable Car – 150 (both-way)
• Gubałówka Funicular – 45
• Upside Down House, Zakopane – 30
• Warsaw Uprising Museum – 50
• Palace of Culture and Science Terrace – 20
• Chopin Concert in Warsaw Old Town – 75
• Nature & Forest Museum, Białowieża – 16
• Gdańsk European Solidarity Centre – 35
• Entrance for Pieniny, Bialowieza & Tatry – 24
• European Bison Show Reserve – 16

Note:

1. Prices of activities and attractions are calculated taking their official websites into consideration
2. Most of the prices are accurate, but some might not be updated on the website and may vary
3. Some tickets must be purchased directly at the ticket counter(for example: the medieval castle in Dunajec), Polish Zloty (cash) will be needed
4. Guide’s entrances to be covered by the group or as mutually agreed
5. Since I don’t work as a tour operator, I can’t book hotels for my clients.

Next Steps

I’ve crafted this exclusive Poland travel itinerary focussing on the high-end Poland vacation experience. The pace of this tour is relaxed yet filled with immersive experiences. Please feel free to reach out for any questions or adjustments.

Send an email to whistlinghound@gmail.com for a custom quote!

Further read: Poland’s Bucketlist Experiences: Top Guided Tours Revealed

Poland FAQs

• What are the must-visit attractions in Poland for first-time travellers?
  Top sights include Wawel Castle in Kraków, Auschwitz-Birkenau, Gdańsk Old Town, Warsaw’s Royal Route, Malbork Castle, and the Tatra Mountains in Zakopane.

• When is the best time to visit Poland for a luxury vacation?
  May–September offers the best weather for historic city tours, castle visits, and outdoor experiences. Winter (December–February) is perfect for Zakopane skiing, Kraków’s Christmas markets, and cosy fine dining.

• Which Polish castles are worth visiting on a private tour?
  Wawel Castle, Malbork Castle, Książ Castle, and Niedzica Castle, each showcasing Poland’s medieval history and stunning architecture.

• What are the must-try Polish foods for fine-dining travellers?
  Signature dishes include pierogi, Oscypek cheese, żurek soup, bigos (hunter’s stew), and Polish fine-dining twists on regional cuisine in Warsaw, Kraków, and Wrocław.

• Which Polish cities have the best mix of history, architecture, and luxury stays? Kraków, Warsaw, Wrocław, and Gdańsk blend UNESCO-listed heritage, Gothic and Baroque architecture, and high-end hotels for an upscale Polish travel experience.