ZAKOPANE & THERMAL SPRINGS, Funicular, Cheese Tasting

4.8
(355 reviews)

11 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Norwegian and 10 more

Join the bestselling Zakopane tour from Krakow! Ride the Gubałówka funicular for stunning mountain views, taste smoked cheese and local vodka, stroll lovely Krupówki Street, and relax in thermal baths.

On this 11-hour program, you'll enjoy one of the best views in Zakopane with a funicular railway ride up to Gubałówka. Marvel at the spectacular views of the High Tatras that are covered with snow up until May.

Visit Krupówki, the most popular street in the heart of Zakopane, where you can experience the ambience of the mountain region and enjoy the aromas of local foods coming from the traditional restaurants.

After your tour of Zakopane, take a break for some rest and relaxation in the thermal pools. Enjoy outdoor and indoor swimming pools, water slides, whirlpool baths and many other attractions in the heart of the mountains.

What's Included

Hotel pick up & drop off
Entry/Admission - Thermal springs
Helpful English-speaking driver/guide at your disposal during the trip
Ticket to top of mountain Gubałówka by funicular railway
Information brochure in the language of your choice.
Transport in both directions by air-conditioned car/Van/minibus from Krakow
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

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 8:30 and 9:00 a.m. depending on the van/bus route.

Itinerary

Duration: 11 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Chocholow

    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
  • 2
    Zakopane

    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
  • 3
    Gubalowka

    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
  • 4
    Krupowki 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
  • 5
    Chocholowskie 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
  • 6
    Muzeum Oscypka Zakopane

    you will taste traditional local cheese (oscypek) made from sheep's milk and local alcohol.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 7
    Tatras 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

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by VISIT POLEN Krakau Touren & Ausflüge

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