Krakow to Warsaw

Day 1. Arrival to Kraków
Day 2. Kraków - Wieliczka - Niepołomice - Niepołomice Forest - Nowe Brzesko, 33 mi. (53 km)
Day 3. Nowe Brzesko - Uście Solne - Zalipie - Baranów Sandomierski, 33 mi. (53 km) by bike/ 44 mi. (70 km) by bus
Day 4. Baranów Sandomierski - Gągolin - Sandomierz, 22 mi. (35 km)
Day 5. Sandomierz - Annopol - Józefów nad Wisłą, 33 mi. (53 km)
Day 6. Józefów nad Wisłą - Kazimierz Dolny, 25 mi. (40 km)
Day 7. Kazimierz Dolny - Nałęczów - train to Warsaw - guided tour of the Old Town, 13 mi. (21 km)
Day 8. Individual departure

All distances are approximate. Due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather conditions or provisions issued by local authorities, the itinerary may be subject to some changes before and/or during your holiday. For example, along the route, you may find temporary deviations/detours necessary due to roadwork that will not be reflected on your maps or route descriptions. 

Day 1: Arrival in Kraków
Kraków needs no introduction. The capital of Lesser Poland,  is one of the oldest cities in Poland and the national cultural treasure. The Old Town, as well as Kazimierz district, was included on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1978. All the most important landmarks will be introduced to you during a scheduled city tour (included), such as the main market, St. Mary’s Basilica, the Cloth Halls, St. Florian’s Gate, and Wawel.

In the evening, a stroll in the Kazimierz district is recommended.

Sample accommodation: Hotel Kazimierz, located in the heart of Krakow, a stroll away from the Orthodox Jewish Old Synagogue. The city center is about a 15-minute walk away.

Day 2. Kraków - Wieliczka - Niepołomice - Niepołomice Forest - Nowe Brzesko, 33 mi. (53 km) | Elevation: 132-136 m
In the morning, you will cycle to the Wieliczka salt mine. Here you will enjoy a one-hour guided tour (included). Then, cycling further, you reach Niepołomice, with its XIVth century castle, located just next to the marketplace. Renovated, it is a true highlight of this small, medieval town. For ages, the Niepołomice castle was the royal holiday residence. You then cycle through Niepołomice forest to your destination, Nowe Brzesko.

Preferred accommodation: Dom Norberta, a converted 12th-century post Morbertine monastery where an atmosphere of peace and quiet prevail.

Day 3. Nowe Brzesko - Uście Solne - Zalipie - Baranów Sandomierski, 33 mi. (53 km) by bike/ 44 mi. (70 km) by bus | Elevation: 33-62 m
From Nowe Brzesko, you follow the bike path, to eventually reach Zalipie. Highly recommended is a visit to the house of artist Felicja Curyłowa. Your driver will be waiting for you to take you to your accommodation in Baranów Sandomierski. After checking in, be sure to stroll the gardens and around the castle here.

Preferred accommodation: Hotel Zamkowy, ideally located in the prime touristic area of Baranow Sandomierski,  promises a relaxing and wonderful visit.

Day 4. Baranów Sandomierski - Gągolin - Sandomierz, 22 mi. (35 km) | Elevation: 23-56 m
Today’s route is a short one. Cycling along the Vistula, you will reach beautiful, medieval Sandomierz, with its picturesque old town on the hill.  Once a royal residence, it was once an important trading center. Its atmosphere and architecture may remind you of Kraków, although definitely a less crowded one. Sandomierz is located on the border of the Swietokrzyskie Mountains, the Sandomierska Dales, and the Lubelska Upland. The area where the town stands is cut through by a rich network of gorges that can be explored on foot. After checking in to your hotel, you can enjoy a guided city tour which is included in your tour price.

Preferred accommodation: Hotel Maly Rzym, located on one of Sandomierz's seven hills, with a beautiful view of the unique Pepper Mountains is your accommodation this evening. Located just a 10-minute walk from the Old Town, the hotel is located in a quiet setting far from the main thoroughfares of the city. 

Day 5. Sandomierz - Annopol - Józefów nad Wisłą, 33 mi. (53 km) | Elevation 211-246 m
Cycling along the banks of Vistula, you have the opportunity to sight numerous bird species. The Vistula River landscape is rich in mixed woodlands and marshland, home to varied bird and wildlife. This is an ideal destination for nature lovers since the area around Józefów covers as many as three nature reserves. 

Preferred accommodation: Hotel Bursztynowy, situated on the border of the Wrzelowski Landscape Park, guarantees you uniqueness. It is a newly restored facility on the Vistula and Wyżnica rivers with a beautiful view of the entire river basin.

Day 6: Józefów nad Wisłą - Kazimierz Dolny, 25 mi. (40 km) | Elevation 111-124 m
Your destination today was once an important river port, dating back to the 11th century.  You pass first through the Kazimierza Landscape Park. In fact, the entire area of the town is within the area of the park.  You can observe many rare animal and plant species here. Kazimierz Dolny is an atmospheric town, known for its rich history, charming old town, renaissance residences, and is surrounded by loess ravines of the park. In the last century, it has been a favorite destination of various artists, whose work is displayed in numerous private galleries. We recommend strolling the streets of Kazimierz, soaking it all in, or take a ferry to the other bank of the river and visit the ruins of Janowiec castle.

Preferred accommodation: Hotel Dwa Księżyce

Day 7. Kazimierz Dolny - Puławy - train to Warsaw - guided tour of the Old Town, 13 mi. (21 km) | Elevation 118-164 m
The last day of your cycling adventure brings you to the town of Puławy 

At the scheduled time, you will meet your representative at the railway station, receive your luggage and turn over your bikes. You will then take the bus or train to Warsaw. After check-in to your hotel, you will be offered a guided tour of the Old Town in Warsaw. Your tour price includes both the train ticket to Warsaw and the guided tour there.

Preferred accommodation: Hotel Metropol or Hotel Gromada, very conveniently located in the center of Warsaw.

Day 8: Departure

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You will be accommodated in 3-star hotels and guesthouses. On each day’s details you will find the name of the preferred hotel. Please note that your final hotel list will be based on availability

Bicycles

City Touring Bike

AMT Plus

Shimano gearing
7-speed
Steel frame
28 inch Schwalbe tires
Pedal brake

Accessories

• Bike tool kit for quick repairs (pump. inner tubes)
• Pannier
• Lights
• Locks

Electric Bike

Zasada Emaxim 010

• Pedelec
• Step-through frame
• Gospade 250 W engine
• Li-Ion 250 W, 36 V, 370 Wh battery
• Battery weight: 4.3 kg
• 3 modes
• Shimano gearing
• 7 speed
• 28 inch Schwalbe tires
• Overall weight 25 kg

Accessories

• Bike tool kit for quick repairs (pump. inner tubes)
• Pannier
• Lights
• Locks