Krakow to Zakopane Adventure Tour

FromPLN 39
10 hours
Krakow, Poland

About this activity

Experience the best of Zakopane with a cable car ride, thermal baths, and local delicacies on this full-day tour from Krakow.

Highlights

  • Scenic cable car ride to Gubałówka Hill
  • Relaxing soak in Chocholów Thermal Baths
  • Authentic Polish cheese tasting
  • Traditional vodka sampling
  • Stunning views of the Tatra Mountains

Full description

Discover the charm of Zakopane, Poland's winter capital, on this exciting day trip from Krakow. Begin with a comfortable hotel pickup and journey through picturesque landscapes to Zakopane. Ascend Gubałówka Hill via a scenic cable car ride, offering panoramic views of the Tatra Mountains. Afterward, unwind at the Chocholów Thermal Baths, renowned for their healing properties and relaxing ambiance. Savor authentic Polish cheese and sample traditional vodka, immersing yourself in the local culture. This tour combines adventure, relaxation, and culinary delights for an unforgettable experience.

Included / Excluded

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Cable car ride to Gubałówka Hill
  • Visit to Chocholów Thermal Baths
  • Meals and beverages

Itinerary

1

The driver will pick you up from the place in Krakow that you chose when making your reservation. Wait for him in front of the hotel / apartment main entrance at the agreed time (or better a few minutes earlier).

Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
2

Transportation Krakow -> Zakopane

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
3

Experience the magical atmosphere of the small village of Chochołów, where you will find some of the oldest houses in the entire region and get to know how the local people live.

Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
4

Try typical highlander cheese and regional alcohol tasting

Duration: 30 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
5

With up and down ticket for funicular

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES
6

Sightseeing, spare time

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
7

The thermal pools in Chochołów are one of the largest facilities of this kind in Poland. The health properties of the water have a positive impact on the skin and overall well-being. Pool bars allow for a moment of relaxation with a drink. Families traveling with children will also find something for themselves because every entrance ticket we offer at Chocholow Termal Baths grants access to to most zones (except for those marked with additional payment zones and sauna). Don't forget to bring your phone and capture unforgettable moments!

Duration: 3 hoursAdmission: YES
8

Pass by: Beautiful views

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
9

Transportation Zakopane -> Krakow

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour operates in English; other languages may be available upon request.
  • Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Not suitable for individuals with mobility impairments.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable clothing and swimwear for the thermal baths.
  • Bring a towel and flip-flops for the spa.
  • Ensure you have a valid passport or ID for border crossing.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Easy Public Transport
  • Infants Required On Laps

Good to know

  • The guided tour is provided in English, but if you choose another available language, (Spanish, Italian, French, German, Russian, Norwegian and more) our guide will provide you with unique booklets of tour instructions along with all the details. You can be sure that no essential information will be missed. See you on board!
  • The time given in your reservation is approximate. Our driver will contact you one day before the tour around 8PM to confirm the exact pick up time which you can expect at 07:30 AM - 09:00 AM.
  • NOTE: Your pick up point may change due to pedestrian-only zones and limited parking space in the city center. Our driver will contact you to arrange the convenient spot. Thank you for your understanding.

Traveler reviews

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What an amazing trip for a family. A special thanks to our tour guide mirek

An amazing trip had by the whole family. The tour guide mirek was amazing, went into a lot of detail and was always at hand. Couldn’t thank him enough for making the trip so memorable. The hot springs resort is suitable for all ages, so clean couldn’t ask for anything better. The views for the top of the cable cars is stunning. Loved the cheese and vodka tasting and the visit through the local community was very insightful This trip is highly recommended

Clare HJul 6, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Fantastic views/great way to relax!

We had an absolutely fantastic trip from Kraków to Zakopane and the thermal baths. Everything was so well organised from start to finish, making the whole day completely stress-free and enjoyable. A special thank you to Magda, our tour guide, who was absolutely fantastic. She was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the experience even more enjoyable with her enthusiasm and great organisation. The scenery along the way was absolutely stunning, and Zakopane is such a beautiful place to visit. The wine and cheese tasting was a lovely addition to the trip, and the thermal baths were the perfect way to relax after a day of exploring. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Kraków. It was excellent value for money and one of the highlights of our holiday. Thank you for such a wonderful experience!

88keeleymJul 6, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Well worth it. Definitely should be on everyone's list.

Marik was awesome. Really knowledgeable, helpful and pleasant to be around.

johnmF7943UVJul 6, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Cannot recommend enough! amazing scenery kind guide breath taking hot springs baths excellent traditional smoked cheese

The whole experience was totally worth it, guide was friendly and happy to help with anything, stopped at historical all wooden built town to have little history lesson of said town, second stop was to small wooden building where super tasty traditional smoked cheese was handed out alongside 2 poured shots of alcohol by the guide then was free pour maybe stayed there 15 mins then onto third stop which was a cable car ride up to several food places built on-top the mountain, final stop was to the Zakopane baths which were absolutely amazing, hot outdoor pool with many things to do we will certainly be coming back in a few years cannot recommend this trip enough to anyone visiting Poland

Connor GJul 6, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Highlight of our holiday in Poland!

Picturesque scenery, delicious local food and friendly tour guide. The traditional smoked cheese tasting with local vodka was an authentic experience, which we thoroughly enjoyed! Chocholow Thermal Baths was a perfect way to end the day! Everything was well organised and delivered for the value for money. A special mention to Szczepan, our tour guide, for sharing interesting culturally significant stories and keeping us smiling and laughing throughout the day! Thank you to the driver Lukas for making the journey as comfortable as possible!

536nataliyakJul 6, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

The guided tour is provided in English, but if you choose another available language, (Spanish, Italian, French, German, Russian, Norwegian and more) our guide will provide you with unique booklets of tour instructions along with all the details. You can be sure that no essential information will be missed. See you on board! The time given in your reservation is approximate. Our driver will contact you one day before the tour around 8PM to confirm the exact pick up time which you can expect at 07:30 AM - 09:00 AM. NOTE: Your pick up point may change due to pedestrian-only zones and limited parking space in the city center. Our driver will contact you to arrange the convenient spot. Thank you for your understanding.