Zakopane Day Tour from Krakow with Tasting and Funicular ride
At a glance
Zakopane Day Tour from Krakow with Tasting and Funicular ride is a 11h – 12h guided experience in Krakow, Poland, operated by Thousand Miles. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 191 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $97.06 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Gubalowka Funicular Up and Down Ticket - 06-10.10 Gubałówka cable car will be closed, Spare time in Krupówki (historical center of Zakopane), English-speaking driver.
Highlights
- Rated 4.9/5 by 191 travellers
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 7 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 11h – 12h
- Group
- Small group, up to 22 travellers
- Languages
- Norwegian, German, Finnish, Russian, English, Italian
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
During this full-day adventure tour from Krakow to southern Poland, you'll discover the authentic local way of life. Taste local delights like sheep cheese (oscypek) and regional spirits. Explore Zakopane's heart on Krupówki Street, then ascend Gubałówka by a modern funicular for breathtaking Tatras views. Enjoy free time to savor Polish cuisine or take a leisurely stroll, escaping the touristy spots.
Our driver will pick you up from your Krakow hotel, ensuring a comfortable and safe journey. No worries about tickets or queues – we'll take care of it all. A Tour Guide accompanying you will provide crucial insights and answer your questions. This journey promises an unforgettable adventure into the heart of southern Poland.
What's included
Included
- Gubalowka Funicular Up and Down Ticket - 06-10.10 Gubałówka cable car will be closed
- Spare time in Krupówki (historical center of Zakopane)
- English-speaking driver
- Highlander cheese and regional alcohol tasting
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Transfers (Krakow-Zakopane-Krakow)
- Visiting the oldest traditional mountain hut
Not included
- Lunch
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 15m
The driver will pick you up from the place in Krakow that you chose when making your reservation. Wait for him in front of the hotel / apartment main entrance at the agreed time (or better a few minutes earlier).
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Stop 2 · 2h
Transportation Krakow -> Zakopane
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Stop 3 · 30m
On your way to Zakopane, you will visit the place where one of the most unique cheeses in the world is made.
Highlanders - local settlers, famous for their manual production of "oscypek". It is a type of smoked cheese made from sheep's milk. The wooden houses where this cheese is produced are called "Bacówki". In such a small wooden hut you will be able to try different types of this cheese with different degrees of smoking, as well as learn how it is made. -
Stop 4 · 3h
Photo stop, Visit, Free time, Break time, Shopping, Sightseeing, Walk.
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Stop 5 · 3h
Being in Zakopane, it is absolutely necessary to take the cable car to the top of Gubałówka (1123 m asl). A modern car with a glass roof allows the railway to climb upwards, wonderfully admiring the evident multi-storey arrangement of the Tatra vegetation with the peaks of high mountains in Poland.
There are many attractions at the top, most of all, a wonderful panorama of the Tatra Mountains, an uninterrupted view of the mountain Zakopane located at the foot of the mountain and the possibility of relaxing in the sunshine.
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. -
Stop 6 · 30m
It is believed that Zakopane is the heart of the Tatra Mountains, then Kropówki is the heart of Zakopane.
You will visit this most popular walking street, which is at the same time a specific city square and its focal point. At any time of the year, Krupówki Street is crowded with tourists who visit shops and go to regional restaurants located along the street. In this street, you can find many traditional highlander items to buy, such as clothes and souvenirs.
You will have free time to get to know Zakopane on your own. Start from Krupówki and take your time to find other points of interest in the city. -
Stop 7 · 2h
Transportation Zakopane -> Krakow
Meeting point
Do not forget to choose your hotel from the list. If you cannot find your hotel, mention in it "additional pickup information".
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.
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.
Good to know
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Zakopane Day Tour from Krakow with Tasting and Funicular ride take?
The experience lasts about 11h – 12h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $97.06 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Gubalowka Funicular Up and Down Ticket - 06-10.10 Gubałówka cable car will be closed; Spare time in Krupówki (historical center of Zakopane); English-speaking driver; Highlander cheese and regional alcohol tasting; Hotel pickup and drop off; Transfers (Krakow-Zakopane-Krakow).
Where does it start?
Do not forget to choose your hotel from the list. If you cannot find your hotel, mention in it "additional pickup information". 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…
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in Norwegian, German, Finnish, Russian, English, Italian, Polish, French, Danish, Dutch, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 191 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Krakow.