Hello! I am planning a trip through Poland and wanted to do a sort of weekend trip to Minsk. Is this possible? What suggestions do you have regarding the best most economical way to get to and from Minsk?
Also, does anyone know if Białystok is worth visiting? (It is on my itinerary outline because I have family roots in this area.)
Thank you, Ellie
First, check if you need a VISA to visit Minsk - then decide if it's worthwhile. Sure, if you have family roots in Białystok, you should visit.
Trains from Warsaw to Minsk take 10-11 hours and North American travelers do need a visa to go that way. However, if you fly specifically into Minsk airport, then there is a visa-free option: http://mfa.gov.by/en/visa/visafreetravel/e0ced19bb1f9bf2c.html.
