Zakopane day tour from Krakow
Zakopane is a small town at the foot of the Tatra Mountains, a center of Goral (Polish highlanders) culture and informally known as “the Polish winter capital”. Tatra National Park is the most frequently visited national park in Poland. From the popular Gubalowka Hill you will get to see the beautiful panorama of the High Tatra Mountains.
Prices from 90 EUR
Transportation by car/minibus
English-speaking driver
Instant confirmation
English-speaking tour leader
Available everyday
Highlights
- Funicular railway to Gubalowka Hill with the best panorama of the Tatras
- Largest Ski Jump in Poland – “Wielka Krokiew”
- Krupowki – Zakopane’s main shopping street
- Time for shopping and tasting “oscypek” – the regional smoked cheese
- Seeing the best examples of the traditional wooden architecture of the Podhale region
- Experiencing the culture of Tatra Highlanders
Zakopane is known as a Polish winter wonderland. Located 100 kilometers south of Krakow, just at the foothill of Poland’s highest mountains, Zakopane is the ultimate one-day tour destination for people who want to experience the beauty of the natural mountainous landscape. The town offers a perfect blend of outdoorsy fun, beautiful scenery, and long-lasting traditions of Polish Highlanders’ rich culture.
During the tour, you will travel through picturesque southern landscapes. On your way to Zakopane, yo will see the charming village of Chochołów, famous for its traditional wooden houses that reflect the region’s unique architectural heritage. Upon arrival in Zakopane, you will enjoy panoramic views of the High Tatras from one of the best viewpoints in the area, including a ride by funicular to Gubałówka Hill, offering spectacular photo opportunities.
In Zakopane itself, there is free time to explore the town at your own pace. You can stroll along Krupówki Street, the lively main promenade, discover local handicrafts, admire the distinctive highlander-style architecture, and soak in the mountain atmosphere. This is also a great opportunity to try regional specialties, including the famous oscypek cheese made from salted sheep’s milk.
90€ per person /
4.70 89 opinions
You will see:
Tatra Mountains
Tatra mountains – the highest mountain range of Carpathians. Tatra National Park is the most frequently visited national park in ... [ Read more ]
Wielka Krokiew Ski Jump
Zakopane is considered one of Poland’s main centres of winter sports. Many skiing slopes attract ski-lovers from all over the country.... [ Read more ]
Gubalowka Hill
In Zakopane you must take a ride by the funicular railway to the top of Gubalowka Hill(1,126 m). From the high altitude,... [ Read more ]
Krupowki street
On Krupowki, Zakopane’s most famous street, you will find local shops and stalls with products from the mountainous Podhale regio... [ Read more ]
Chocholow wooden village
The region of Podhale, including Zakopane is known for its characteristic wooden building style, which differentiates it from the rest of Po... [ Read more ]
Tour plan
This tour starts in Kraków, where you will be picked up in the morning from your hotel or a designated meeting point (see FAQ section below). The journey to Zakopane is accompanied by an English-speaking tour leader, who takes care of the group and provides useful information along the way.
Upon arrival in Zakopane, the tour leader will explain the meeting point and timing, after which you will have approximately 2.5 hours of free time to explore the town at your own pace. This free time also includes a visit to Gubałówka Hill — guests receive funicular tickets from the tour leader and take the ride up and down independently, enjoying beautiful panoramic views of the Tatra Mountains.
After the free time in Zakopane, the group meets again at the designated point and returns to Kraków in the evening.
The total duration of the tour is approximately 8-9 hours.
Please, see the "Extention" sections below.
Prices
To see the prices of the Zakopane day tour from Krakowcheck the calendar
Price includes
- Group transportation by minibus/bus
- Professional English speaking driver/tour leader
- Pick up from your hotel or the designated meeting point in the Old Town (see FAQ section below)
- Admission fee to Gubalowka funicular railway (return ticket)
Zakopane & Thermal Pools
It is also possible to extend the Zakopane tour with a relaxing visit to one of the thermal pools located near Zakopane.
After your time in Zakopane, you will head to the thermal baths where you will have approximately 3 hours to relax in the warm mineral pools, surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery. It is a perfect way to unwind after a day of sightseeing in the Tatra region.
After the visit to the thermal pools, you will return to Kraków in the evening.
The total duration of the extended tour is approximately 11 hours.
Tour plan
This tour starts in Krakow. You will be picked up in the morning by our English-speaking driver from your hotel or the designated meeting point (see FAQ section below). First, you will have free time in Zakopane. Afterwards, you will go to thermal pools in Chocholow, where you will spend 3 hours. You will come back to Krakow in the evening. The entire tour will last 11 hours.
Prices
150EUR
per person
Price includes
- Pick up and drop-off at your accommodation or in a desginated point
- Professional English speaking driver
- Ticket for the funicular
- Ticket for the pools including mineral water pool and swimming pools indoor and outdoor (up to 3h)
- Small gift: free traditional cottage cheeses
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