From Krakow: Zakopane Cable Car, Osycpek Cheese & Thermal Baths
Description
Discover the Charm of Zakopane – The Heart of the Polish Highlands Experience the unique atmosphere of Zakopane, the capital of the Polish highlands, where breathtaking Tatra Mountain landscapes blend with rich highlander culture. Stroll through streets lined with traditional wooden houses, explore local craft markets, and taste authentic regional specialties. Learn about the Górale people, their traditions, and their unique lifestyle. A relaxing visit to the Chochołowskie Thermal Pools, the largest thermal baths in Poland. Soak in warm, mineral-rich waters while admiring spectacular mountain views. Led by an experienced local guide, this tour ensures a comfortable journey in an air-conditioned minivan, making your trip stress-free. Whether you seek culture, nature, or relaxation, Zakopane promises an unforgettable experience in one of Poland’s most beautiful regions.
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Itinerary
Leave Krakow behind and enjoy a scenic drive towards the Tatra Mountains while your guide introduces you to the traditions, history and unique culture of the Podhale region.
Walk through one of Poland's most picturesque wooden villages, famous for its beautifully preserved traditional houses and unique Highlander architecture.
Visit a traditional shepherd's hut to discover how the famous Oscypek smoked cheese is made. Taste freshly prepared cheese paired with regional spirits while learning about one of Podhale's oldest traditions.
Enjoy a round-trip ride on the Gubałówka Cable Car, taking in breathtaking panoramic views of the Tatra Mountains as you travel to and from the summit.
Enjoy free time at the summit of Gubałówka to take in the spectacular mountain scenery, relax or capture unforgettable photos of the Tatra range.
Browse the traditional Highlander market at the foot of Gubałówka, where you'll find regional cheeses, handmade crafts and local souvenirs.
Spend free time exploring Zakopane's lively Krupówki Street, lined with traditional restaurants, local shops and distinctive Highlander architecture.
End your day relaxing at Chochołów Thermal Baths. Enjoy indoor and outdoor thermal pools, mountain views and modern wellness facilities before returning comfortably to Krakow.
Sit back and relax on the comfortable journey back to Krakow after a day filled with mountain scenery, local traditions and unforgettable experiences.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Hotel pickup is available once selected option with hotel pick up. Your exact pickup time will be confirmed the day before your tour. Please be ready outside your acommodation or designated pickup point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled departure. If your accommodation is located in a restricted traffic area or outside pickup area, we will arrange the nearest convenient pickup location.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- WHAT TO BRING: As part of your day will be at the thermal pools, please bring a towel, swimsuit, and flip-flops.
- THERMAL BATHS: Lockers and changing rooms are available.
- GOOD TO KNOW: Free time in Zakopane allows you to explore at your own pace.
- GOOD TO KNOW: Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Reviews(485)
Greta day out lots to do and Will (our guide) was excellent! Giving the best advice of where to go, what to do and clear meeting points/times, thanks Will!
Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had a great day out and that Will was excellent, providing helpful advice, clear meeting points, and guidance throughout the tour. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to him. Your feedback helps us continue improving our services. Thank you for choosing our company, and we hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future!
The experience was really easy, Will (our guide) was absolutely amazing and made the experience so enjoyable (thank you Will!!). Really good value for money, Will was super knowledgeable about where/when to go places etc
Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that the experience was easy and enjoyable, and that Will made such a positive impression with his knowledge and helpful guidance throughout the tour. It’s also great to know that you found the tour to be good value for money. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Will. Your feedback helps us continue improving our services. Thank you for choosing our company, and we hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future!
Excellent your and really friendly guide, thank you 🙏
Thank you very much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found your guide really friendly. We truly appreciate your feedback, as it helps us continue improving our services. Thank you for choosing our tour, and we hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future!
Our driver Mario’s was a treasure! Thank you for sharing your experience with us
Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that Mario was such a treasure and made your experience special. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to him. We truly appreciate your feedback, as it helps us continue improving our services. Thank you for choosing our tour, and we hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future!
Fantastic all day trip! Lots of time to explore and relax. Lucasz was a fantastic guide, driver and host
Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had a fantastic all-day trip and that you appreciated having plenty of time to explore and relax. It’s great to know that Lucasz was a fantastic guide, driver, and host, and helped make your day so enjoyable. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to him. We truly appreciate your feedback, as it helps us continue improving our services. Thank you for choosing our tour, and we hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future!
I went with a group of friends and the experience was unreal, Peter was very helpful and explained everything very good. We had plenty of time everywhere we went I would happily do another tour with Peter (Witcher)
Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a memorable experience with your friends and that Witcher was helpful and explained everything so clearly. It’s fantastic to know that you had plenty of time at each place and that you would happily take another tour with Peter. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to him. We truly appreciate your feedback, as it helps us continue improving our services. Thank you for choosing our tour, and we hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future!
Zakopane was beautiful. The whole trip was very relaxing.
Thank you very much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the beauty of Zakopane and found the whole trip relaxing. We truly appreciate your feedback, as it helps us continue improving our services. Thank you for choosing our tour, and we hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future!
Great day and our guide Pawel was top-notch! Good pickup, easily understandable English, and very detailed explanations. I recommend it!
Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had a fantastic day and that Pawel made such a positive impression. It’s great to know that you appreciated his excellent service, clear English, and detailed explanations. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words and recommendation on to him. We truly appreciate your feedback, as it helps us continue improving our services. Thank you for choosing our tour, and we hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future!
The Trip is very good organized. The Mountain View from the cable car was breathtaking ! Krystian was an awesome tour guide, he made the trip even more enjoyable! Thank you!
Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that the trip was well organized and that you enjoyed the breathtaking mountain views from the cable car. It’s fantastic to know that Krystian made the experience even more enjoyable with his excellent guiding. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to him. We truly appreciate your feedback, as it helps us continue improving our services. Thank you for choosing our tour, and we hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future!
What an amazing day. It was long but well worth it. Our driver/ guide Krzysztof was brilliant 👏 😀 I travelled alone, but the group was small & friendly. Highly recommended!
Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such an amazing day and found the experience well worth it despite the length of the tour. It’s fantastic to know that Krzysztof was brilliant and that the small, friendly group made you feel comfortable while travelling alone. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to him. We truly appreciate your recommendation and your feedback, as it helps us continue improving our services. Thank you for choosing our tour, and we hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future!
