Zakopane Day Tour from Krakow with Highlander Cheese Tasting and Gubałówka Funicular Ride
by Thousand Miles Krakow
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This full-day bus tour from Krakow takes you to Zakopane in southern Poland, lasting about 11 to 12 hours. The driver picks you up from your hotel in Krakow and handles all transport between Krakow and Zakopane. On the way, stop in Chochołów to visit a traditional mountain hut where you can taste oscypek, a smoked sheep cheese, and learn about its handmade production by local Highlanders. In Zakopane, you will have free time to explore Krupówki Street, the town’s main pedestrian area filled with shops and regional restaurants. Afterward, take the modern Gubałówka funicular up to an elevation of 1123 meters to see wide views of the Tatra Mountains and the town below. The funicular ride up and down is included. If you visit between October 6 and 10 when the cable car is closed for maintenance, the tour will drive as high as possible by car, followed by a short walk to a viewpoint. Guests during this period receive a lunchbox of their choice and mulled wine tasting instead. The tour includes a visit to the oldest traditional mountain hut, and an English-speaking driver accompanies the group throughout. You will return comfortably to Krakow by coach after the day’s activities. Lunch is not included, but there is time to eat or walk around Zakopane at your leisure.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Krakow
The driver picks you up from the hotel or apartment main entrance in Krakow at the agreed time. It is recommended to be ready a few minutes early.
15 min
Krakow
You travel by coach from Krakow to Zakopane, approximately a two-hour drive.
120 min
Chocholow
Stop in Chochołów to visit a traditional wooden mountain hut called a Bacówka where Highlanders produce oscypek, a smoked sheep cheese. You can taste different smoked varieties and learn about the manual production process.
30 min
Zakopane
You have three hours in Zakopane for photos, sightseeing, shopping, and walking. This time allows you to explore the town center and relax.
180 min
Gubalowka
Take the modern Gubałówka funicular to the summit at 1123 meters above sea level. The ride offers views of the changing mountain vegetation and the Tatra peaks. At the top, enjoy the panorama of the mountains and Zakopane below. If visiting between October 6 and 10, the funicular is closed for maintenance; the tour will drive as high as possible and include a short walk to a viewpoint. Guests during this period receive a lunchbox and mulled wine tasting.
180 min
Krupowki Street
Spend about 30 minutes at Krupówki Street, Zakopane’s main pedestrian street and city square. This busy area features shops, regional restaurants, and traditional Highlander items for sale.
30 min
Zakopane
Return to Krakow by coach, approximately a two-hour trip back to the city.
120 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Zakopane Day Tour from Krakow with Highlander Cheese Tasting and Gubałówka Funicular Ride
by Thousand Miles Krakow
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€170Overview
This full-day bus tour from Krakow takes you to Zakopane in southern Poland, lasting about 11 to 12 hours. The driver picks you up from your hotel in Krakow and handles all transport between Krakow and Zakopane. On the way, stop in Chochołów to visit a traditional mountain hut where you can taste oscypek, a smoked sheep cheese, and learn about its handmade production by local Highlanders. In Zakopane, you will have free time to explore Krupówki Street, the town’s main pedestrian area filled with shops and regional restaurants. Afterward, take the modern Gubałówka funicular up to an elevation of 1123 meters to see wide views of the Tatra Mountains and the town below. The funicular ride up and down is included. If you visit between October 6 and 10 when the cable car is closed for maintenance, the tour will drive as high as possible by car, followed by a short walk to a viewpoint. Guests during this period receive a lunchbox of their choice and mulled wine tasting instead. The tour includes a visit to the oldest traditional mountain hut, and an English-speaking driver accompanies the group throughout. You will return comfortably to Krakow by coach after the day’s activities. Lunch is not included, but there is time to eat or walk around Zakopane at your leisure.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Krakow
The driver picks you up from the hotel or apartment main entrance in Krakow at the agreed time. It is recommended to be ready a few minutes early.
15 min
Krakow
You travel by coach from Krakow to Zakopane, approximately a two-hour drive.
120 min
Chocholow
Stop in Chochołów to visit a traditional wooden mountain hut called a Bacówka where Highlanders produce oscypek, a smoked sheep cheese. You can taste different smoked varieties and learn about the manual production process.
30 min
Zakopane
You have three hours in Zakopane for photos, sightseeing, shopping, and walking. This time allows you to explore the town center and relax.
180 min
Gubalowka
Take the modern Gubałówka funicular to the summit at 1123 meters above sea level. The ride offers views of the changing mountain vegetation and the Tatra peaks. At the top, enjoy the panorama of the mountains and Zakopane below. If visiting between October 6 and 10, the funicular is closed for maintenance; the tour will drive as high as possible and include a short walk to a viewpoint. Guests during this period receive a lunchbox and mulled wine tasting.
180 min
Krupowki Street
Spend about 30 minutes at Krupówki Street, Zakopane’s main pedestrian street and city square. This busy area features shops, regional restaurants, and traditional Highlander items for sale.
30 min
Zakopane
Return to Krakow by coach, approximately a two-hour trip back to the city.
120 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.