Zakopane Day Trip from Krakow with Hotel Pickup: Chocholow Thermal Springs, Gubalowka Cable Car & Old Wooden Village
by Cracow Top Tours
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Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.£67.02Overview
This full-day tour begins with a hotel pickup in Krakow, followed by a drive of about one and a half to two hours to Zakopane. The first stop is the village of Chocholow, where visitors walk through the old wooden village to see traditional highlander wooden architecture. Next, the tour visits a shepherd's hut near Witow, where guests taste traditional smoked sheep's cheese called Oscypek and sample a shot of Polish vodka. After this, the group travels to Zakopane town center, where there are two and a half hours of free time. The first activity is a ride on the Gubalowka cable car (funicular railway) to the top of Gubalowka Mountain. From the viewpoint, visitors can see panoramic views of the Tatra Mountains. At the summit, there are cafes, souvenir shops, and a seasonal gravity slide, which is not included in the tour price. After descending from Gubalowka, there is time to walk along Krupowki Street, the main pedestrian street in Zakopane, lined with shops, market stalls, and restaurants. Lunch is not included. The tour also passes by Wielka Krokiew, the ski jumping hill used for international competitions, which is not accessible to visitors. The final stop is the Chocholow Thermal Springs complex, where guests have two and a half hours to use indoor and outdoor pools, jacuzzis, water slides, and themed children's areas. Admission includes a wristband for locker and changing room access. Food and drinks at the pool bar are available but not included. After the thermal baths, the bus returns to Krakow for hotel or apartment drop-off, concluding the approximately eleven-hour tour.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Krakow
The tour starts with a pickup from the hotel or apartment in Krakow, or from the nearest accessible point if vehicle access is difficult. The drive from Krakow to Zakopane takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on weather and road conditions.
120 min
Zakopane
Zakopane is located among notable landscapes and combines traditional highland architecture with lively streets in the town center and outdoor activities. The town offers a distinctive architectural style, local culture, language, music, and cuisine. Visitors can enjoy views and learn about the Highlanders, the local inhabitants of Zakopane. The tour is conducted in English, with brochures available in French, German, Spanish, or Italian upon selection.
1 min
Chocholow
A drive-by through Chochołów Village, located about 20 minutes from Zakopane.
20 min
Zywy skansen - Historyczna zabudowa Chocholowa
The first stop is Chochołów, a small village known for its well-preserved traditional wooden buildings. Visitors can walk around and take photographs showcasing the region's cultural heritage.
20 min
Witow
The second stop is at a shepherd's hut functioning as a cheese factory. Here, visitors can sample traditional smoked sheep's cheese called Oscypek and a shot of Polish vodka, offering distinct taste experiences.
20 min
Gubalowka
The next stop is Zakopane city, where visitors have 2.5 hours of free time. They can take the Funicular Railway to the top of Gubałówka mountain, known for panoramic views of the Tatra Mountains. At the top, there are cafes, restaurants, souvenir shops, and a gravity slide available in summer (not included in the tour price).
60 min
Tatras Mountains (Tatry)
At the summit of Gubałówka mountain, there is a viewpoint offering extensive views of the Polish Tatra mountain range.
10 min
Gravitational Slide on Gubalowka
One attraction at Gubałówka's summit is the gravity slide, which operates seasonally depending on weather. Admission is not included in the tour and must be paid separately at the ticket office.
10 min
Krupowki Street
After descending, visitors can stroll along Krupówki, the main pedestrian street in Zakopane. This street features numerous local restaurants, shops, and market stalls selling traditional highlander crafts, souvenirs, food products, and clothing. Lunch is not included in the tour price.
90 min
Wielka Krokiew - Ski Jumping Hill
Zakopane hosts the Ski Jumping World Cup annually in winter, a popular winter sport in Poland. Access to the ski jumping facilities is not included in the tour and is restricted to professional ski jumpers only.
10 min
Chocholowskie Termy
The last stop is the Hot Thermal Springs Complex. Visitors receive a watch that allows access to changing rooms and lockers. The 2,5-hour admission ticket to the Chocholow Thermal Baths includes themed areas for children and adults. There are outdoor and indoor pools, water slides, and jacuzzis (nudity zone not included). A pool bar is on site where drinks can be ordered, but food and drinks are not included in the ticket price.
150 min
Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square
After the visit, the driver will transport visitors back to their hotel or apartment in Krakow.
120 min
Tour Operator Info
The tour is operated by Cracow Top Tours. Visitors are encouraged to leave a review after their trip.
Meeting point
Meeting Point - BUS BAY - street Straszewskiego 17 - next to Radisson Blu Hotel
End point
Meeting Point - BUS BAY - street Straszewskiego 17 - next to Radisson Blu Hotel
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Zakopane Day Trip from Krakow with Hotel Pickup: Chocholow Thermal Springs, Gubalowka Cable Car & Old Wooden Village
by Cracow Top Tours
Choose from 3 available options
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.£67.02Overview
This full-day tour begins with a hotel pickup in Krakow, followed by a drive of about one and a half to two hours to Zakopane. The first stop is the village of Chocholow, where visitors walk through the old wooden village to see traditional highlander wooden architecture. Next, the tour visits a shepherd's hut near Witow, where guests taste traditional smoked sheep's cheese called Oscypek and sample a shot of Polish vodka. After this, the group travels to Zakopane town center, where there are two and a half hours of free time. The first activity is a ride on the Gubalowka cable car (funicular railway) to the top of Gubalowka Mountain. From the viewpoint, visitors can see panoramic views of the Tatra Mountains. At the summit, there are cafes, souvenir shops, and a seasonal gravity slide, which is not included in the tour price. After descending from Gubalowka, there is time to walk along Krupowki Street, the main pedestrian street in Zakopane, lined with shops, market stalls, and restaurants. Lunch is not included. The tour also passes by Wielka Krokiew, the ski jumping hill used for international competitions, which is not accessible to visitors. The final stop is the Chocholow Thermal Springs complex, where guests have two and a half hours to use indoor and outdoor pools, jacuzzis, water slides, and themed children's areas. Admission includes a wristband for locker and changing room access. Food and drinks at the pool bar are available but not included. After the thermal baths, the bus returns to Krakow for hotel or apartment drop-off, concluding the approximately eleven-hour tour.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Krakow
The tour starts with a pickup from the hotel or apartment in Krakow, or from the nearest accessible point if vehicle access is difficult. The drive from Krakow to Zakopane takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on weather and road conditions.
120 min
Zakopane
Zakopane is located among notable landscapes and combines traditional highland architecture with lively streets in the town center and outdoor activities. The town offers a distinctive architectural style, local culture, language, music, and cuisine. Visitors can enjoy views and learn about the Highlanders, the local inhabitants of Zakopane. The tour is conducted in English, with brochures available in French, German, Spanish, or Italian upon selection.
1 min
Chocholow
A drive-by through Chochołów Village, located about 20 minutes from Zakopane.
20 min
Zywy skansen - Historyczna zabudowa Chocholowa
The first stop is Chochołów, a small village known for its well-preserved traditional wooden buildings. Visitors can walk around and take photographs showcasing the region's cultural heritage.
20 min
Witow
The second stop is at a shepherd's hut functioning as a cheese factory. Here, visitors can sample traditional smoked sheep's cheese called Oscypek and a shot of Polish vodka, offering distinct taste experiences.
20 min
Gubalowka
The next stop is Zakopane city, where visitors have 2.5 hours of free time. They can take the Funicular Railway to the top of Gubałówka mountain, known for panoramic views of the Tatra Mountains. At the top, there are cafes, restaurants, souvenir shops, and a gravity slide available in summer (not included in the tour price).
60 min
Tatras Mountains (Tatry)
At the summit of Gubałówka mountain, there is a viewpoint offering extensive views of the Polish Tatra mountain range.
10 min
Gravitational Slide on Gubalowka
One attraction at Gubałówka's summit is the gravity slide, which operates seasonally depending on weather. Admission is not included in the tour and must be paid separately at the ticket office.
10 min
Krupowki Street
After descending, visitors can stroll along Krupówki, the main pedestrian street in Zakopane. This street features numerous local restaurants, shops, and market stalls selling traditional highlander crafts, souvenirs, food products, and clothing. Lunch is not included in the tour price.
90 min
Wielka Krokiew - Ski Jumping Hill
Zakopane hosts the Ski Jumping World Cup annually in winter, a popular winter sport in Poland. Access to the ski jumping facilities is not included in the tour and is restricted to professional ski jumpers only.
10 min
Chocholowskie Termy
The last stop is the Hot Thermal Springs Complex. Visitors receive a watch that allows access to changing rooms and lockers. The 2,5-hour admission ticket to the Chocholow Thermal Baths includes themed areas for children and adults. There are outdoor and indoor pools, water slides, and jacuzzis (nudity zone not included). A pool bar is on site where drinks can be ordered, but food and drinks are not included in the ticket price.
150 min
Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square
After the visit, the driver will transport visitors back to their hotel or apartment in Krakow.
120 min
Tour Operator Info
The tour is operated by Cracow Top Tours. Visitors are encouraged to leave a review after their trip.
Meeting point
Meeting Point - BUS BAY - street Straszewskiego 17 - next to Radisson Blu Hotel
End point
Meeting Point - BUS BAY - street Straszewskiego 17 - next to Radisson Blu Hotel
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.