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Zakopane Day Trip from Krakow with Optional Hot Bath Pools and Gubalowka Cable Car
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Zakopane Day Trip from Krakow with Optional Hot Bath Pools and Gubalowka Cable Car

by Thousand Miles Krakow

10 hours
Krakow
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10 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
€131.40€146Save 10%
2 adults × €65.70
All taxes and fees included

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10 hours
€131.40€146Save 10%
2 adults × €65.70
All taxes and fees included

Overview

This full-day bus tour from Krakow to Zakopane lasts about 10 to 12 hours. The trip begins with a hotel pickup in Krakow, followed by a two-hour drive to Zakopane. Along the way, the bus stops in the village of Chochołów, where visitors can see some of the region's oldest houses and learn about local life. Next, the tour includes a tasting of traditional highlander cheese and regional alcohol in Witów. Depending on the option selected, the tour may include a round-trip ticket for the Gubałówka funicular, offering views of the area from the top of the hill. Afterward, participants have two hours of free time to explore Krupówki Street, Zakopane's historical center, on their own. The tour may also include a three-hour visit to the Chocholowskie Termy thermal baths, one of Poland's largest spa facilities. The thermal waters are said to benefit skin and well-being. Entrance grants access to all pool zones except the sauna. Pool bars are available for drinks during the visit. Families with children can also enjoy the pools. The return trip to Krakow takes about two hours. The tour guide speaks English and other languages as requested, and guidebooks in multiple languages are provided. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Highlights

Day trip by bus from Krakow to Zakopane lasting 10-12 hours
Stop in Chochołów village to see historic houses
Highlander cheese and regional alcohol tasting in Witów
Optional Gubalowka funicular round-trip ticket
Free time on Krupówki Street in Zakopane
Optional 3-hour access to Chocholowskie Termy thermal pools

What's included

Tour guide throughout the trip
Gubalowka cable car ticket if the related option is selected
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Krakow
Guidebooks in Spanish, French, German, Italian, Norwegian, Russian, Dutch, and other languages
English-speaking driver
Spare time on Krupówki street in Zakopane
Visit to the oldest traditional mountain hut with highlander cheese and regional alcohol tasting
Three-hour ticket for Chocholow Hot Baths Pools if the related option is selected

What's not included

Dinner

Itinerary

1

Krakow

The driver picks up guests at the address they chose during booking. Guests should wait at the main entrance of their hotel or apartment at the agreed time, preferably a few minutes early.

15 min

2

Krakow

A bus transports guests from Krakow to Zakopane, a journey lasting about two hours.

120 min

3

Chocholow

Guests visit Chochołów, a small village known for having some of the oldest houses in the region. The stop lasts about 15 minutes and offers insight into local life.

15 min

4

Witow

At Witów, guests spend about 30 minutes tasting traditional highlander cheese and regional alcoholic drinks.

30 min

5

Gubalowka

If selected, guests ride the Gubałówka funicular with a ticket valid for both ascent and descent. This stop lasts approximately one hour.

60 min

6

Krupowki Street

Guests have two hours of sightseeing and free time on Krupówki Street, the historical center of Zakopane.

120 min

7

Chocholowskie Termy

If chosen, guests spend three hours at the Chocholowskie Termy thermal baths, one of the largest in Poland. The pools are known for beneficial effects on skin and well-being. Entrance grants access to all pool zones except the sauna. Pool bars are available. The location is family-friendly and suitable for children.

180 min

8

Tatras Mountains (Tatry)

During the trip, guests see views of the Tatras Mountains.

9

Krakow

The return bus trip from Zakopane to Krakow takes about two hours.

120 min

Languages

German (written)English (guide)English (written)Italian (written)Polish (guide)French (written)Spanish (written)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Suitable for all fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
The guided tour is in English, but if another language is chosen (Spanish, Italian, French, German, Russian, Norwegian, and others), a guidebook with detailed instructions is provided
Pickup time is approximate; the driver contacts guests one day before the tour around 8 PM to confirm the exact time, usually between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM
Pickup location may change due to pedestrian zones and limited parking; the driver will arrange a convenient spot
Guests should wear comfortable shoes and clothes; it can be colder in the mountains than in Krakow; bring a towel, swimming suit, and flip flops for the thermal baths
Total
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