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See the Tatra Mountains from Gubałówka and end the day soaking in warm outdoor pools on this full-day Zakopane trip from Krakow. Along the way, see the traditional wooden houses of Chochołów and stop at a shepherd’s hut to taste smoked cheese and a local liqueur.
In Zakopane, ride the Gubałówka Cable Car for panoramic mountain views, then explore at your own pace. Stroll along Krupówki Street, browse the local shops, or stop for lunch at a traditional highlander restaurant. Finish the day with time at Chochołów Thermal Baths, where you can swim indoors, soak in the outdoor pools, or relax in a whirlpool.
- Ride the Gubałówka Cable Car and visit Chochołów Thermal Baths with both tickets included
- Taste traditional cheese and liqueur at a shepherd’s hut
- Enjoy free time in Zakopane to explore Krupówki Street or have lunch
- Travel with an English-speaking driver-guide and round-trip transport from your Krakow accommodation or a nearby pickup point if vehicle access is restricted
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pickup directly from your selected hotel or apartment in Krakow (or the nearest location if vehicle access is prohibited or difficult). The day before the tour (by 7pm), after collecting all addresses from the other tour participants, you will receive the exact pickup time from your accommodation. Pick-ups take place between 8:00 and 9:00 a.m. depending on the van/bus route.
Itinerary
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1Krakow
We provide pickup directly from your accommodation within Krakow.
1 minute • Admission ticket free -
2Zakopane
Visit Zakopane and Polish mountains. Experience a unique style of architecture, clothes, and food. Enjoy the beautiful views of the Polish mountains from the cable car. See the ski jumps of the World Championship. Visit the historic wooden village. Learn the secrets of the traditional production of smoked sheep cheese called "Oscypek" made only in these areas.
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Gubalowka
At the end of the central street in Zakopane there is a cable car station. As part of the tour you will receive an individual ticket to the cable car that will take you to the top of the Gubałówka mountain. From the Gubałówka mountain, there is a wonderful view of the Polish Tatra Mountains. At the top of the mountain, there are numerous tourist attractions and souvenir shops.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
4Krupowki Street
The town of Zakopane is the capital of Polish mountains. Each year, this place attracts many tourists who want to experience the unique style of highlander culture, which is expressed through architecture, food, music, style of speech and clothing. In the town center there is "Krupówki" street, where you will be given time for independent exploration and possible lunch. This street is the market square of Zakopane and you can find here many good restaurants with local food as well as souvenir shops.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Chocholowskie Termy
After exploring Zakopane and the surrounding area, the driver will transport you to the thermal springs, where you will be able to relax and feel the health properties of thermal water. The admission ticket to the Thermal Pools includes themed areas for children and adults so that everyone can enjoy their time well. Guests have at their disposal play and relaxation areas for children and adults.
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
Wielka Krokiew - Ski Jumping Hill (Pass by)
The Ski Jumping World Cup takes place in Zakopane every year in winter. It is a very popular winter sport in Poland. Access to the ski jumps is not included in the tour, it is only allowed for professional ski jumpers.
Admission ticket free -
6Muzeum Oscypka Zakopane
you will taste traditional local cheese (oscypek) made from sheep's milk and local alcohol.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
7Tatras Mountains (Tatry)
On the Gubałówka mountain there is a viewing point from which there is a beautiful view of the Tatra Mountains.
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
8Chocholow
The first point on the trip is the historic wooden village in Chochołów is a great entry point for sightseeing. The village is famous for buildings that look quite identical, and the local tradition here is washing the walls of the buildings from the outside with water and soap two tips for the year. A few kilometers away are the so-called "Bacówka". They are also wooden buildings, however, much smaller. Highlanders - people living in this part of Poland are involved in obtaining milk from sheep, goats and cows. From raw material obtained is made of smoked cheese called "Oscypki". As part of the tour you will visit one of these places and you will be able to see with your own eyes how this cheese is prepared and you will be able to try it.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Krakow
After the tour, we will drop you off at the same location where you were picked up.
1 minute • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Admission to the thermal water complex is included in the tour. Please remember to bring a towel, swimwear, and flip-flops.
- This is a group tour led by an English-speaking guide. Participants who speak other languages can request a written booklet in their preferred language during the booking process.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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