Krakow: Zakopane Tour Local Tasting, Cable Car & Hot Springs
Tatra Mountains, Krakow
Escape to Zakopane on a top-rated tour from Krakow. Ride a funicular to Gubalowka, stroll down Krupowki street, taste local cheese and vodka, and unwind in the Chocholowskie thermal baths.
This Zakopane day trip from Krakow offers regional cheese and vodka tasting, a cable car ride with mountain views, free time in town, and thermal bath relaxation.
Highlights
- Cheese and vodka tasting in an authentic Highlander shepherd's hut
- Explore the picturesque Chochołów wooden village
- Cable car ride to Gubałówka Hill with panoramic Tatra views
- Free time to explore Zakopane town and Krupówki Street
- Relax for 3 hours in Chocholowska Thermal Baths and hot springs
Description
Leave Krakow for a full day exploring the Polish Tatra Mountains on a guided Zakopane trip. Enjoy a ride on the Gubałówka cable car for mountain vistas, taste traditional cheese and vodka, and unwind in the Chocholowska Thermal Baths, the largest spa complex in the Podhale region.
Your trip begins with a hotel pickup or a meeting point in Krakow. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle accompanied by a professional guide who provides insights about Zakopane, the Tatra Mountains, and southern Polish culture.
Traditional Highlander Village
Visit Chochołów, known for its well-preserved wooden houses and Highlander architecture. Walk through this traditional village to learn about local customs, mountain traditions, and daily life in the Polish highlands.
Local Cheese and Vodka Tasting
Stop at a shepherd’s hut (bacówka) to sample smoked oscypek cheese and local vodka. Experience authentic flavors that reflect Zakopane’s culinary heritage.
Cable Car Ride and Panoramic Views
Ride the Gubałówka cable car to 1,122 meters above sea level. Enjoy panoramic views of the Tatra Mountains, Zakopane town, and surrounding peaks while learning about the region.
Free Time in Zakopane
Spend about 2.5 hours exploring Zakopane. Walk along Krupówki Street, browse shops, try local food, and experience the town’s mountain resort atmosphere.
Relax at Chocholow Thermal Baths
Conclude your day with approximately 3 hours at Chocholowska Thermal Baths. Use indoor and outdoor thermal pools, water slides, jacuzzis, saline baths, saunas, and pool bars while enjoying views of the mountains.
The mineral-rich waters have wellness benefits, providing a relaxing end to your day.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (depending on selected option)
- English-speaking live tour guide
- Guidebook in multiple languages
- Photo stop in Chochołów wooden village
- Local cheese and vodka tasting
- Gubałówka Hill funicular ticket
- 3-hour entry ticket to Chocholowska Thermal Baths
- 2.5 hours of free time in Zakopane (Krupówki Street)
Excludes
- Lunch
Important Information
- The guide communicates in English and Polish; additional languages are available in written brochures.
- Pickup options include direct hotel/apartment pickup or a meeting point in central Krakow, chosen during booking.
- Pickup occurs between 7:30 and 9:00 AM depending on location; exact time is confirmed the day before via WhatsApp or SMS.
- If your address is in a restricted traffic zone, pickup will be arranged at the nearest accessible location.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, wear comfortable shoes and bring swimwear for the thermal baths. Book early to secure preferred pickup options.
