Day Trips

From Krakow: Morskie Oko & Zakopane Day Trip with Transfers

Name: From Krakow: Morskie Oko & Zakopane Day Trip with Transfers
Start: 2025-12-20T08:00:00
End: 2025-12-20T22:00:00
Location: Krakow

Woman on a wooden bridge overlooking Morskie Oko lake in Tatra Mountains, summer.

Cable car over snowy Tatra Mountains near Morskie Oko, Zakopane.

Horse-drawn carriage near market stalls in Zakopane, Poland.

Cheese dumplings on a colorful cloth in Zakopane, Poland.

Duration

14 hr

Open today

09:00am - 10:00pm

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

Book now, pay later

Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.

Transfers included

Hotel pickup

4.7/5

(105)

Fabrizio

Oct 2025

Verified Partner Review

5/5

Michal was brilliant, giving us lots of interesting information along the route. With a comfort stop before the first main stop where he took us for cheese samples. Then onto Zakopane where he distributed the tickets and sent us a link to the bus parking place. We had 3 hours to explore and that was the right amount of time. Michal told us the best way to experience the mountain and cable car and how to get to the main town street if we wanted.Overall excellent.Thank you.

Didier

Sep 2025

Verified Partner Review

5/5

This was an excellent tour.Beautiful hike up to the beautiful lake.Breathtaking scenery.Matthew was our tour director and this was the second tour he handled for us.He was always prompt, professional, friendly, informative and made the trips very comfortable.We cannot say enough positive things aboutthis company and Matthew.Thank you.

Kevin

Oct 2025

Verified Partner Review

5/5

Had a fantastic tour with Matthew! He was a great driver and shared insights along the way. He did the timing well to avoid the crowds and not have us sitting in traffic all day. Answered all of our questions about Krakow in general as well as sharing information about Zakopane. Highly recommend

Start your day hassle-free from Krakow with hotel pick-up and a friendly English-speaking driver, and get entry to Tatra National Park.

Visit Morskie Oko, Poland’s most famous alpine lake, set against a backdrop of towering Tatra peaks and reached via a scenic forest walk.

Ride the Gubalowka funicular for sweeping views of the Tatra range and a quick way to reach one of Zakopane’s most iconic hilltops.

Then sample some local vodka and cheese as part of the whole experience.

Day trip to Morskie Oko & Zakopane

Professional English-speaking driver

Round-trip hotel transfers from Krakow

Round-trip funicular tickets

Entry tickets to Tatra National Park

Vodka & traditional cheese tasting

TOTAL DURATION14 hours
Start point
1. Zakopane
2. Gubalowka Funicular Hill
Tickets included
3. Tatra National Park
Tickets included
1 attraction
Highlights
Morskie Oko Lake
Tickets included
End point
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

4.7
105 reviews
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What our guests say
Genesis
Nov 2025
Verified booking
4/5
The walk at the mountain was amazing
Fabrizio
Oct 2025
Verified Partner Review
5/5
Michal was brilliant, giving us lots of interesting information along the route. With a comfort stop before the first main stop where he took us for cheese samples. Then onto Zakopane where he distributed the tickets and sent us a link to the bus parking place. We had 3 hours to explore and that was the right amount of time. Michal told us the best way to experience the mountain and cable car and how to get to the main town street if we wanted.Overall excellent.Thank you.
Kevin
Oct 2025
Verified Partner Review
5/5
Had a fantastic tour with Matthew! He was a great driver and shared insights along the way. He did the timing well to avoid the crowds and not have us sitting in traffic all day. Answered all of our questions about Krakow in general as well as sharing information about Zakopane. Highly recommend
James
Oct 2025
Verified Partner Review
5/5
Michael was a sincere humorous and friendly guide who provided insights and had a passion for local Poland history. We were very well cared for and comfortable throughout the 12 hour journey. Will definitely like to book his services andagain for any travel !
Sarah
Oct 2025
Verified Partner Review
5/5
This trip was super enjoyable because we had a nice, friendly and thoughtful driver, Michael. The whole journey was fun and it is definitely worth the monies.

If you’re itching to escape the urban hustle and bustle of Krakow, then this day trip to the quaint town of Zakopane is just what you need! Add icing to the cake with a beautiful and long hike through the Tatra Mountains to Morskie Oko Lake.

A Scenic Hike to the Morski Oko Lake

Your driver will pick you up from your hotel and drive you towards the picturesque Tatra Mountains. Relax and enjoy the scenic 2-hour drive until you arrive at the base of the Morski Oko hike. Get your hiking boots ready as you hike towards the glacier lake of Morskie Oko for around 2 hours. Enjoy the leisurely hike, surrounded by the stunning view of the Podhale mountains till you arrive at your destination – the Morski Oko Lake. Meaning the 'Eye of the Sea' in Polish, the lake with its green-blue waters, surrounded by mountains, is definitely worth the hours of hiking. Relax and take in the stunning scenery in front of you or capture pictures to remember this moment.

The Charming Town of Zakopane

Hike back down to the base and from here your next stop will be the charming town of Zakopane. Cap off this escapade with a funicular ride to the top of Mt. Gubalowka. On your way to the summit, enjoy stunning panoramic views of the granite and limestone peaks of the Tatra Mountains and of the landscape below. Once you reach the summit, explore the area on your own before you head back to Zakopane. Here, spend time on Krupowki Street, and discover the Zakopane style of art and architecture as you peruse its shops for some unique souvenirs.

Zakopane Thermal Baths

Monday	09:00am - 10:00pm	last entry 10:00pm
Tuesday	09:00am - 10:00pm	last entry 10:00pm
Wednesday	09:00am - 10:00pm	last entry 10:00pm
Thursday	09:00am - 10:00pm	last entry 10:00pm
Friday	09:00am - 10:00pm	last entry 10:00pm
Saturday	09:00am - 10:00pm	last entry 10:00pm
Sunday	09:00am - 10:00pm	last entry 10:00pm

What to bring

Bring comfortable walking shoes, as the experience involves significant walking and outdoor activity.

Carry weather-appropriate clothing, including a rain jacket or warm layers, depending on the season.

Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at pickup.

What’s not allowed

Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.

Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are strictly prohibited during the tour.

Accessibility

This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

The tour operates in all weather conditions; please dress accordingly.

Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

The itinerary and timings may be subject to change due to traffic, weather, or operational reasons.

Please arrive at your hotel lobby at least 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID during the pick-up.

Hotel Transfers

This ticket includes hotel pick-ups and drop-offs.

While booking, please provide the name of your hotel.

If your hotel is not in the pick-up zone, you will be provided with the nearest pick-up location.

On the day of your tour, please arrive at your hotel lobby 10-15 minutes prior to the scheduled pick-up time.

If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of your hotel.