From Krakow: Zakopane and Tatras Mountains Day Trip Shared Group Day Trip

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ID: GYG381719-O-741158
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Country: Poland

Duration: 09:00 hours


Description

Discover Zakopane and the Tatras Mountains on a shared or private day trip from Krakow. Enjoy the scenic views from a cable car, taste smoked sheep's cheese, and see traditional wooden houses.
Escape the city and spend a day exploring the Polish countryside in the comfort of a private vehicle. See traditional wooden houses, view the Tatras mountain range from the top of Gubałówka Hill, and taste traditional smoked sheep-milk cheese.

Begin your tour with a pickup from a location of your choosing in Krakow. Hop onboard an air-conditioned vehicle and head towards one of the most picturesque locations in Poland, Zakopane and the Tatras Mountains.

Once in Zakopane, head straight to Krupówki Street located in the center of town. Explore the many boutiques, restaurants, and curio shops that line this pedestrian-only street. At the end of Krupówki Street, you'll find your next stop on the tour, the station for the Gubałówka Hill funicular.

Hop onto one of the cable cars and enjoy fantastic views of Zakopane and the surrounding mountains as you make your way up Gubałówka Hill. Once at the top, marvel at the breathtaking views of the Polish Tatras Mountains. Make the most of this fantastic location and enjoy a glass of mulled wine or a refreshing drink while taking in the views.

Visit the Jaszczurówka Chapel, a wooden building located on the outskirts of Zakopane, and see Wielka Krokiew, the biggest and most famous ski jumping hill in Poland.

The final stop on your tour is the village of Chochołów. Admire the unusual architectural style of the famous wooden houses and see the Bacówkach, the traditional houses where Oscypek or smoked cheese is produced. Learn how this local specialty is made and sample various types to discover the different flavors created by the level of smoking.

Highlights

  • Visit Zakopane and the Polish Mountains
  • Stroll down Krupówki Street and shop at the local stores
  • Take the funicular up Gubałówka Hill and admire the views from the top
  • Discover the village of Chochołów
  • Taste traditional smoked cheese

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Child seat available on request
Pickup is available from any location in Krakow. Please wait for your driver 5 minutes before the scheduled pickup time.
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.