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From Krakow: Zakopane Full-Day Trip with Cable Car, Cheese Tasting & Hotel Transfers

Krupówki Street in Zakopane with people walking and street vendors, Tatra Mountains in background.
Guests in traditional attire posing near a historic church with tall spires.
Traditional wooden hut in Zakopane with cheese display and carved figure.
Men enjoying a drink tasting in Zakopane with mountain views.

Duration

8 hr 30 min - 11 hr 30 min

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Free cancellation

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

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Guided tour

Transfers included

Hotel pickup

    • Enjoy a full-day trip from Krakow with hotel transfers and taste traditional Highlander cheese and regional liqueurs.

    • Flexible free time lets you sample Polish cuisine or shop for souvenirs in Zakopane’s bustling markets.

    • Upgrade your day with extras like the Gubalowka funicular, Chocholow’s wooden village, the Ski Jump Hill, or the regional bazaar.

    • Full-day trip to Zakopane

    • Round-trip hotel transfers

    • Free time in Zakopane

    • Highlander cheese tasting

    • Regional alcohol tasting (option based)

    • Round-trip tickets for Gubalowka funicular (option based)

    • Viewpoint of the mountains (option based)

    • English-speaking driver and tour leader (option based)

    • Bilingual guide (option based)

    • Visit to Chochołow village (option based)

    • Wielka Krokiew ski jumping hill and regional bazar visit (option based)

  • TOTAL DURATION8 hours 30 minutes - 11 hours 30 minutes
    FIRST DEPARTURETraditional village
    LAST DEPARTURETraditional village
    Krakow
    Start point

    Krakow

    90 min
    Traditional village

    1. Traditional village

    20 min
    Chocholow

    2. Chocholow

    30 min

    Things to do

    Oscypek cheese and local vodka
    Oscypek cheese and local vodka
    Included in price
    Zakopane

    3. Zakopane

    3 hr
    Gubalowka Hill Funicular

    4. Gubalowka Hill Funicular

    Tickets included (based on selection)
    3 hr
    Wielka Krokiew Ski Jump Hill

    5. Wielka Krokiew Ski Jump Hill

    Tickets included (based on selection)
    Krakow
    End point

    Krakow

    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.

  • 4.6
    401 reviews

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    What our guests say

    Stefan Bourauel

    Stefan

    Apr 2025
    Verified booking
    3/5
    The time between arriving at Zakopane cable car and the return to Krakow is a bit too much because It is 2 hours Up at the hill plus 3 hours awaiting the people Who go to the termal bath - better in 2 groups if possible - the cheese factory is not a factory just a spot to taste a bit of cheese
    Tatiana Loh Schwanck

    Tatiana

    Apr 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Incredible!!! It was so worth it! The guide was very helpful! I highly recommend it! Full day tour!
    Bernadette Etherington

    Bernadette

    Jan 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Excellent communication and fabulous information about the areas visited thanks for a great day. Special thanks to Malek 👍
    Vanessa Tweddell

    Vanessa

    Apr 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    The host was very professional- excellent!
    Rita Stacey

    Rita

    Jan 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
  • Zakopane Thermal Baths

    Monday09:00am - 10:00pmlast entry 10:00pm
    Tuesday09:00am - 10:00pmlast entry 10:00pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 10:00pmlast entry 10:00pm
    Thursday09:00am - 10:00pmlast entry 10:00pm
    Friday09:00am - 10:00pmlast entry 10:00pm
    Saturday09:00am - 10:00pmlast entry 10:00pm
    Sunday09:00am - 10:00pmlast entry 10:00pm

    Chocholow Thermal Baths

    Monday08:00am - 10:00pmlast entry 10:00pm
    Tuesday08:00am - 10:00pmlast entry 10:00pm
    Wednesday08:00am - 10:00pmlast entry 10:00pm
    Thursday08:00am - 10:00pmlast entry 10:00pm
    Friday08:00am - 10:00pmlast entry 10:00pm
    Saturday08:00am - 10:00pmlast entry 10:00pm
    Sunday08:00am - 10:00pmlast entry 10:00pm
  • What to bring

    • Wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking and weather-appropriate clothing, including a waterproof jacket, as mountain weather can be unpredictable and cooler than Krakow.

    • Bring cash for local purchases and potential cash-only payments during the tour.

    • Carry a valid photo ID for verification if requested.

    What’s not allowed

    • Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not permitted on the tour.

    • Pets are not allowed, 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.

    • Some walking over uneven surfaces and steps is required throughout the tour.

    Additional information

    • The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off; if your accommodation is in a restricted traffic zone or pedestrian-only area, the nearest possible pickup location will be arranged and communicated in advance.

    • The tour itinerary may change, or certain points may not be realized due to weather conditions, roadworks, or local events.

    • The tour is suitable for international visitors.

    • Confirmation of your exact pickup time will be provided by 6pm the day before your tour.

    • Food and drinks are not included unless specified; lunch is not provided.

    • Please be prepared for varying mountain temperatures and changing weather conditions.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point. Students must show a valid ID.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    Meeting point

    • Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

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