Poland · Rural Experiences

Zakopane Town in Tatra Mountains - Excursion from Krakow

9 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Zakopane. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Full-day excursion from Krakow to Zakopane and the Tatra Mountains
  • 02 Visit Chochołów and see its traditional wooden architecture
  • 03 Ride the Gubałówka funicular for panoramic mountain views
  • 04 Enjoy free time on Zakopane’s famous Krupówki Street
  • 05 See the renowned Wielka Krokiew ski jumping hill
  • 06 Hotel pick-up and transport included
  • 07 Professional English-speaking driver
  • 08 Funicular tickets and traditional cottage cheeses included

Discover Zakopane, Poland’s best-known mountain resort, on a full-day trip from Krakow. Travel through the scenic Podhale region, stop in Chochołów to see its traditional wooden houses, and enjoy time in Zakopane at the foot of the Tatra Mountains.

Ride the funicular up Gubałówka for panoramic mountain views, stroll along lively Krupówki Street with its bazaars, cafés, and local atmosphere, and see the famous Wielka Krokiew ski jumping hill. With hotel pick-up and comfortable transport included, this is an easy way to experience one of southern Poland’s most popular destinations.

Discover Zakopane, Poland’s best-known mountain resort, on a full-day trip from Krakow.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Cracow, Zakopane
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Krakow

Your tour begins with transportation from Krakow (hotel you specified). The first stop will be the village of Chocholow, 100 km from Krakow. 

Chocholow

While going to Podhale, it is worth visiting Chochołów, located about 20 km west of Zakopane. It is a large village located on the right bank of Czarny Dunajec between the hills. This place enjoys the constant popularity of tourists, regardless of the season. The unique landscape values of the Chochołowska Valley, its fauna and flora, as well as architecture (wooden houses), makes the village a fantastic place to visit.

Zakopane

Zakopane carries the proud name of the "skiing capital of Poland". It is Poland's most popular holiday resort. During this tour you will be able to see the main attractions of this wonderful city. 

  • Gubalowka - take a trip up the mountain Gubalowka, ride in a funicular and experience the natural surrounds. From the top of the mountain you will have a beautiful view of the Tatra Mountain range.
  • Krupowki - the main street of Zakopane with traditional bazaars as well as the restaurants and cafes. Meet some locals, see what village life has to offer and shop for some souvenirs. You will have some free time to spend over here.
  • Wielka Krokiew - Ski Jumping Hill - the bigest ski jumping area in Poland and one of the most famous in Europe, which is used for the Grant Prix Ski Jump Competition.

Krakow

The return journey to Krakow will take about 2 hours, depending on traffic. You will be dropped off at the address you preselected. 

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Zakopane. 2 cities · 9 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Professional English-speaking driver
  • Hotel pick-up
  • Funicular tickets
  • Small gift: free traditional cottage cheeses

What's Not Included

  • Food & drinks

Know before you go

  • It is advised that guests wear warm clothes, as the temperature in Zakopane is lower than in Kraków. Please, dress accordingly to the weather.
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible.
  • Stroller accessible.
  • Infant seats available.
  • Please, inform the supplier if you plan on taking a wheelchair (only folded wheelchairs are allowed), a stroller or any large bags/luggages with you.
  • Please inform the supplier if your child is less than 150cm tall so that a child seat can be preapred.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Zakopane.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Zakopane.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 9 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Zakopane..

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