Zakopane Day Tour from Krakow
From€85
9 hours
Krakow, Poland
About this activity
Experience Zakopane's unique culture, architecture, and natural beauty on this full-day tour from Krakow, including a funicular ride and traditional cheese tasting.
Highlights
- Explore Zakopane's unique wooden architecture
- Enjoy panoramic views from Gubałówka Hill
- Taste traditional highlander cheese
- Discover the charm of Krupówki Street
- Experience the Tatra Mountains' natural beauty
Full description
Discover the enchanting town of Zakopane, nestled at the foot of the Tatra Mountains, on this immersive day trip from Krakow. Begin your adventure with convenient hotel pickup, then journey through picturesque landscapes to Zakopane. Ascend Gubałówka Hill via a scenic funicular ride, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Tatra Mountains and the town below. Stroll along Krupówki Street, Zakopane's bustling main thoroughfare, lined with charming wooden architecture, local shops, and eateries. Indulge in a tasting of traditional highlander cheese, a local delicacy that captures the essence of the region's culinary heritage. This tour provides a perfect blend of cultural immersion, natural beauty, and authentic experiences, ensuring a memorable day trip from Krakow.
Included / Excluded
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Funicular ride to Gubałówka Hill
- Traditional Polish highlander cheese tasting
- Lunch and personal expenses
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour operates in English; ensure you understand the language.
- Confirm your hotel pickup details at least 24 hours in advance.
- Be prepared for a full-day excursion with moderate walking.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning mountain views.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- The guided tour is provided in English, but if you choose another available language, (Spanish, Italian, French, German, Russian, Norwegian and more) our guide will provide you with unique booklets of tour instructions along with all the details. You can be sure that no essential information will be missed. See you on board!
- The time given in your reservation is approximate. Our driver will contact you one day before the tour around 8PM to confirm the exact pick up time which you can expect at 07:30 AM - 09:00 AM.
- NOTE: Your pick up point may change due to pedestrian-only zones and limited parking space in the city center. Our driver will contact you to arrange the convenient spot. Thank you for your understanding.
- On 06.10 - 10.10 the Gubałówka cable car will be closed due to maintenance work. Instead, our tour will travel as high as possible by car and take a short walk to the viewpoint. As a compensation, our guests will receive a lunchbox of their choice, at our expense and in addition there will be a mulled wine tasting. We will contact you via WhatsApp or email before the tour to discuss your preferred lunchbox.
- ⚠️IMPORTANT: Gubałówka Funicular will be closed for a technical break from November 16–27, 2026. During this period, the tour will still include a visit to Gubałówka. Instead of using the funicular, our vehicles will take guests directly to the top, so you will still be able to enjoy the viewpoint and mountain scenery. In addition, we are providing lunchboxes in meat or vegetarian option - In case of no contact, we bring vegetarian lunchboxes.
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Great Day
Great day, very well organised and made even better by our host, Marta. Thank you very much, thoroughly enjoyed it. Sean (Hope Valley, Derbyshire)
seancD1165MAOct 25, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Zakopane Tour
The experience was great! We had enough free time to explore Zakopane at our own rhythms Mirek was really kind, always available to help in any way we needed. That really made the trip feel more comfortable and safe. Would definitely visit again!
D9821JHmelissagOct 24, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Great experience
It was a great trip. Mirek gave us really good recommendations for local cusines. We had amazing time at Chocholowa baths. Highly recommend.
martarU3025VPOct 12, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Zakopane
Fab experience value for money nico the guide was brilliant very knowledgeable and entertaining
nootyevans74Oct 6, 2026TRIPADVISOR
100% recommended trip
A fantastic and well worth trip. This was a really enjoyable day with a knowledgeable and engaging guide (Niko), I would highly recommend the trip to anyone visiting Krakow as it's a brilliant way to get out of the city and learn about some of the culture and history of the country. Such a wonderful day!
G3565HPalansOct 6, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Additional information
The guided tour is provided in English, but if you choose another available language, (Spanish, Italian, French, German, Russian, Norwegian and more) our guide will provide you with unique booklets of tour instructions along with all the details. You can be sure that no essential information will be missed. See you on board!
The time given in your reservation is approximate. Our driver will contact you one day before the tour around 8PM to confirm the exact pick up time which you can expect at 07:30 AM - 09:00 AM.
NOTE: Your pick up point may change due to pedestrian-only zones and limited parking space in the city center. Our driver will contact you to arrange the convenient spot. Thank you for your understanding.