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.

Traveler reviews

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Worth taking the trip

Beautiful town and well worth the time We went in summer so sadly no winter wonderland but still highly enjoyable

Graeme_RSep 21, 2026VIATOR

Enjoy your life

Great guide Haurone. Easy , great communication.

WojciechK746Sep 10, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Amazing trip, would recommend to anyone

This was such an amazing tour, I would book it again in a heartbeat. It was such a good way of seeing parts of Krakow that don’t seem as accessible because they’re so far away - we visited a small town, tried some amazing quince and lemon Polish vodkas and Polish smoked cheese, then headed to Zakopane for free time and the funicular ride. Our guide Merik was absolutely incredible, he genuinely cared about us enjoying our experience and even lent my boyfriend and I cash in a shop as they did not take card. The whole time, he was providing us with information about the places we were going past, and the history of the places we were going to. Honestly couldn’t have asked for a better day out or a better guide! Definitely recommend this trip.

isabellagK3702OVSep 3, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Trip to Zakopane and thermal baths

A fantastic way of accessing Poland in a day, at an affordable price. Merik made the experience unbelievable and gave a really deep insight into everywhere we went - I can’t recommend him enough! The places were incredible, a mixture of fun, beauty and historical insight. Overall a good way to experience Polish culture.

K2979VVbenbSep 3, 2026TRIPADVISOR

👍

Good organization, very friendly guide and driver.

osinskiySep 3, 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.