Krakow: Zakopane with Thermal Baths, Cable Car & Hotel Pickup

Begin your day with a hassle-free morning pick-up from your hotel or a designated central meeting point in Krakow. Board a comfortable, air-conditioned minivan or bus, meet your professional English-speaking driver/host, and relax as you leave the city behind and head south toward the scenic Polish highlands.

Your first major stop is the famous wooden village of Chocholow. This unique place is a living museum, renowned for its beautifully preserved 19th-century traditional wooden houses built by local highlanders. Take a short stroll to admire the uniform architecture and learn about the local tradition where residents scrub the wooden logs with soap and water twice a year to keep them looking pristine and bright.

Just a short drive away, arrive in the picturesque area of Witów for an authentic cultural taste test. Visit a traditional mountain shepherd's hut (bacówka) to see how local highlanders live. Sample the famous Oscypek - a regional smoked sheep's cheese served warm from the grill with cranberry sauce and complement the tasting with a shot of traditional regional alcohol.

Arrive at the base of the mountains and board the modern funicular railway. Your round-trip (up and down) tickets are fully included. Take a scenic ride to the top of Gubalowka Mountain to witness iconic, postcard-perfect panoramic views of the entire Tatra Mountain range and the town below. Enjoy free time for photos and a short walk along the ridge.

During the driving portions of the tour, pass by the majestic Tatras Mountains. Keep your camera ready to take in the beautiful alpine landscapes, lush green valleys, and dramatic peaks that make this border region between Poland and Slovakia so famous.

Head down into the vibrant center of Zakopane. Take a leisurely walk down Krupowki Street, the town's famous pedestrian boulevard. Enjoy 2 hours of free time for sightseeing, shopping for unique handmade wooden handicrafts and local souvenirs, or enjoying a traditional highlander lunch at a local tavern.

Treat yourself to premium relaxation at the Chocholow Thermal Pools, one of the largest and most modern wellness facilities of this kind in Europe. Your 2,5 hour admission ticket grants you full access to a vast array of indoor and outdoor thermal pools, hydromassage jets, geysers, and exciting waterslides -all filled with mineral rich waters with a beautiful mountain backdrop.

Transportation Zakopane -> Kraków After an action-packed day of sightseeing, mountain views, and ultimate thermal relaxation, sit back and unwind in your comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Enjoy a smooth and safe 1,5 hour return transfer from the Zakopane region back to Krakow, dropping you off directly at your starting point or hotel.