From Krakow: Zakopane & Thermal Springs Day Tour (hotel pickup)

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Duration:11 hours (approx.)
Location: Krakow, Poland

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Visit Zakopane. Admire the view of the Polish Tatra Mountains thanks to the cable car. Learn the secrets of the production of traditional smoked sheep's cheese and explore wooden village. Relax and feel healthy properties of thermal waters thanks to a visit the Hot Springs. Use door-to-door service.

• Round-trip door-to-door transfers to Zakopane is provided
• No need to buy tickets on site - admission is included
• Learn about Highlander Culture and discover heritage of Poland

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1. Krakow
Your tour will begin with pickup from your hotel or apartment in Krakow (or from the nearest location if access by vehicle proves impossible or difficult). Transport from Krakow to Zakopane will take about 1,5 - 2 hours depending on atmospheric and road conditions.
2. Zakopane
Zakopane, nestled amidst breathtaking landscapes, this charming town offers a perfect blend of traditional highland architecture, vibrant street life on town center and outdoor adventures. Zakopane is a captivating destination that caters to nature lovers and adventure seekers. The trip to Zakopane consists of several points. Each subsequent point of the trip is described below. By visiting Zakopane you will experience a unique style of architecture, culture, speech, music and food. You will be able to admire the beautiful views, learn about the history and lifestyle of the Highlanders, local residents of Zakopane Poland. At the end of the trip you will be able to relax in the Thermal Springs. The tour is organized in English, but you can also use written information brochures in French, German, Spanish, or Italian. When booking, just select the appropriate option.
3. Chocholow
Chochołów Village, about 20 minutes from Zakopane.
4. Zywy skansen - Historyczna zabudowa Chocholowa
The first point of the tour is a small village Chocholow. Known for its well-preserved examples of traditional wooden architecture, provides visitors with a glimpse into the region's rich cultural heritage. The village is famous for its characteristic wooden houses, adorned with intricate carvings and traditional designs. These structures showcase the unique architectural style of the Polish highlanders. According to tradition, settlers wash the wooden walls of buildings with soapy water, which happens twice a year before Christmas and Easter. This process protects old buildings against insects, weather conditions and aging time.
5. Witow
The second stop on the tour is a shepherd's hut, used to provide shelter while tending to their flock in rural areas and used as a place for the production of dairy products obtained from grazing animals. In this place, you will have the opportunity to taste traditional smoked sheep's cheese called Oscypek and a shot of Polish vodka.
6. Gubalowka
The next stop will be the city of Zakopane, where you will have 2.5 hours of free time. Once there, you'll start on the Funicular Railway that will take you to the top of Gubalowka. Viewpoint is renowned for its breathtaking panoramic views of the Tatra Mountains. There you will also find numerous cafes, restaurants, souvenir shops and a gravity slide (open in summer, not included in the tour price).
7. Tatras Mountains (Tatry)
At the top of the Gubałówka mountain, there is a viewpoint from which there is a wonderful view of the entire range of the Polish Tatry Mountains.
8. Gravitational Slide on Gubalowka
One of the tourist attractions that you will find at the top of Gubałówka Mountain is i.a. gravity slide. This attraction is open depending on the season and weather conditions, but it provides a lot of emotions. Admission to it is not included in the tour, it is additionally payable at the ticket office at top.
9. Krupowki Street
After going down, it is worth going for a walk and lunch (not included in the tour price). Krupowki is the main pedestrian street in Zakopane. This lively and vibrant street is the heart of the town, serving as a hub for both locals and visitors. The street is lined with a diverse array of local restaurants, shops, and market stalls. Visitors can find a wide range of goods, including traditional highlander crafts, souvenirs, local food products, and clothing.
10. Chocholowskie Termy
The last point of the journey is the Hot Springs Complex. On site, you will receive a watch giving access to the changing room and locker. The admission ticket for 2,5 hours to the Chocholow Thermal Baths includes themed areas for children and adults so that everyone can enjoy their time well. Visitors have access to outdoor and indoor pools, as well as water slides and jacuzzis (nudity zone is not included). Inside you will also find a pool bar where you can order drinks (drinks and food are not included in the price of the ticket).
11. Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square
After returning to the car park, the driver will take you back to Krakow to your hotel or apartment.
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The tour operator is Cracow Top Tours. Don't forget to add a review after your trip :)
13. Wielka Krokiew - Ski Jumping Hill
The Ski Jumping World Cup takes place in Zakopane every year in winter. It is a very popular winter sport in Poland. Access to the ski jumps is not included in the tour, it is only allowed for professional ski jumpers.

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Posted By : James_b
Very well organised tour, our Guide was Joanna and she was so knowledgeable & enthusiastic, she explained our day and gave us all the information we needed. our stops gave us enough time to enjoy and we did not feel rushed at all. it was a great day and we all felt very relaxed after our trip to the thermal spas.
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Posted On : 2024-05-15 05:32:54

Posted By : Juven_E
Being pick up at the hotel was a great service. Beautiful views over looking the mountains. Informative guide
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Posted On : 2024-05-13 17:25:01

Posted By : keith_A
It was a really lovely day the only issue was the lack or legroom on the coach it turned out fine for me eventually but if you are even fairly tall the legroom is extremely limited
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Posted On : 2024-05-13 12:49:54

Posted By : jenb2612
Mike was a great tour guide and really friendly. He was very informative without there being too much information to take in. Unfortunately it rained whilst we were there so we didn't get to see the views in Zakopane but it was still a great trip and Zakopane is definitely worth a visit. The traditional cheese and vodka tasting was great and the thermal baths were amazing. If you need to relax, that's definitely the place to go.
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Posted On : 2024-05-12 07:01:28

Posted By : Victoria_L
Amazing trip up in the mountains and towns of Zakopane, finished with the therma baths. Matthew was a wonderful guide who gave so much information on the day, including recommendations where to eat and visit. Fun and knowledgable throughout the long day.
Flip flops for the baths needs to be highlighted clearer in booking, other than that fabulous, scenic, relaxing day - and we bought the vodka and cheese home that we tasted
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Posted On : 2024-05-11 02:36:48

Posted By : Liz_E
Hosts were the best…. Mike & Adam. Gave us very good information ahead of our journey. Tour inc Chocoholow, a shepherds hut? (serving cheese and vodka), Zakopane mountains and the thermal springs.very good value for money. Be warned that you need a towel and flip flops for the thermal springs.
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Posted On : 2024-05-05 08:40:30

Posted By : ArleneM500
This trip was just perfect. We got picked up just a few minutes from our hotel, Michael our tour guide was so welcoming and our bus was super comfy! A small group of us set off with a few stops along the way. Zakpane was so nice. We went up on the tram with ALOT of spots to eat and drink at the top and the view was incredible. We did the slide which was extra but so worth it. We spent most of our time up here so missed walking into the town. We really wanted to see the upside down house but it was an 18 min walk and we just didn't have time. We then went to the thermal springs. This was brilliant, we spent most of our time in the pool with the bar as they had a DJ. Finally I just have to say that our tour guide Michael was amazing! He really looked after us, sent us loads of info over whatsapp and even after our tour he recommended places to go. He was just brilliant!!!
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Posted On : 2024-05-03 07:39:04

Posted By : antoinette_b
Nice day out and our guide Joanna was very friendly knowledge and made our experience special. We loved the pool bar.
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Posted On : 2024-05-02 15:17:20

Posted By : Jayne_D
Great trip. Nice scenery, knowledgeable guide Mike and good driver Matthew.
Thermal baths more like a large swimming complex, not quite as "nature like" as I was expecting but good nonetheless.
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Posted On : 2024-04-29 08:34:02

Posted By : Passport25611922301
An excellent trip, very enjoyable. Guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. Highlight was the thermal pools which was great. I would highly recommend this trip. Great value for money
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Posted On : 2024-04-28 10:29:37