ZAKOPANE & THERMAL SPRINGS, Funicular, Cheese Tasting
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Krakow, Poland
- 11 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Swap the busy city of Krakow for a peaceful ride into the Polish countryside. Take the stress out of driving on unfamiliar mountain roads and enjoy a comfortable ride to Chocholow and Zakopane, Poland’s winter capital. After learning the secrets of the region's traditional smoked cheese production, some free time to explore Zakopane's picturesque streets independently, make a final stop at a thermal pool complex for some bathing and relaxation time.
- Visit Chocholow, Zakopane, and a thermal pool complex in a day
- Stop at a shepherd’s hut to try local smoked cheese
- Enjoy the flexibility to explore Zakopane at your own pace
- Hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off from Krakow
What's Included
- Transport in both directions by air-conditioned car/Van/minibus from Krakow
- Helpful English-speaking driver/guide at your disposal during the trip
- Ticket to top of mountain Gubałówka by funicular railway
- Hotel pick up & drop off
- Entry/Admission - Thermal springs
- Information brochure in the language of your choice.
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
Pickup directly from your selected hotel or apartment in Krakow (or the nearest location if vehicle access is prohibited or difficult). The day before the tour (by 7pm), after collecting all addresses from the other tour participants, you will receive the exact pickup time from your accommodation. Pick-ups take place between 8:00 and 9:00 a.m. depending on the van/bus route.
Itinerary
1
Krakow
1 minute • Admission Ticket Free
2
Zakopane
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Gubalowka
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
4
Krupowki Street
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Chocholowskie Termy
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Wielka Krokiew - Ski Jumping Hill (Pass By)
6
Muzeum Oscypka Zakopane
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
7
Tatras Mountains (Tatry)
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
8
Chocholow
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
9
Krakow
1 minute • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 22 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.8
based on 500 reviews
Sue_D, Apr 2026
Excellent trip, expensive but could have spent longer at each venue. Driver David was very good, friendly, helpful and knowledgeable.
Enjoyed the cheese and vodka stop, very interesting to see how the cheese was smoked and the vodka tasting was good too.
Zakopane was amazing, took the funicular up the mountain and had a wander around the various stalls selling local produce etc. Then had a lovely drink in the sunshine looking over the snow topped mountains. After leaving there we headed to the spa where the outside water temperature resembled a hot bath. Various indoor pools and jacuzzies and a great children's area too. Very organized set up, was able to hire towels and we were given a watch type wrist band that opened lockers, paid for food, drinks etc and the you pay on the way out. Wish we had longer, 2.5 hours not long enough.
Natasha_S, Apr 2026
The trip itself was great although not as described on the itinerary.
However the guide, Tom was great, very friendly, great communication and we even got given a speech on the history of Poland.
Overall, very enjoyable trip.
Hayley_C, Apr 2026
Wow! So much packed in from start to finish and price was so reasonable.
The stops along the way were so organised and plenty of time to explore.
Ian_H, Apr 2026
Great experience. I recommend. A lovely break from the city. You wont regret it. Dawid is an amazing driver/tour guide and wonderful guy as well.
Paul_P, Apr 2026
What a great day out! All the family enjoyed the views and tour, the hot springs were great, you could enjoy a cocktail in the 40 degree pool with a snow covered mountain in the background!
Nicholas_H, Apr 2026
The whole experience was an amazing day.
I had done this trip before and it was great then, however at the time, there was rain and Cloud and the view from Guberlowka wasn't great. But even after that recommended the trip to my wife and kids this, and it was the highlight of the Weekend. Jacob, our driver was excellent. He picked us up from the hotel and was friendly and Chatty. After about 80 mins we arrived at Chochlowka for a short 15 minute break, where we explored the church and taking in yhe views of the Old traditional houses.
From there, we we taken to Guberlowka mountain and given our cable car tickets. We were advised that we had 2½ hours to explore and take in the views ans the town at the bottom of the mountain which was perfect amount of time. The day was clear and sunny and the views are spectacular. Prices for food and drink at the top of the mountain and the town were very reasonable.
After the trip to the mountain. We were taken to the Thermal baths at Chicholowka and was given 2½ hours time In pools/baths.
The temperature was amazing and yhe views of the mountains were just as amazing.
The bottom pool had a pool bar too, which is always a bonus.
If you want an amazing day, where you can experience Tradition, Spectacular views and also relax then this is the trip for you.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We’re glad you enjoyed the day trip to Zakopane.
Kerry_W, Apr 2026
Fantastic day , great guide Stanley was friendly and knowledgable 👍🏻. Great day for all families or couples or even lone travellers
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you very much for your kind review! We’re really happy to hear that you enjoyed the Zakopane tour. We hope to welcome you again on another trip from Krakow in the future.
Helen_B, Mar 2026
We had a great day out. Loved every minute. Saw a lot of beautiful Polish countryside. Really knowledgeable helpful guide.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you very much for your kind review! We’re really happy to hear that you enjoyed the Zakopane tour. We hope to welcome you again on another trip from Krakow in the future.
Ronald_D, Mar 2026
Informative fun day which is just as it was described in advertisement. Guide was fun and accommodating
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you very much for your kind review! We’re really happy to hear that you enjoyed the Zakopane tour. We hope to welcome you again on another trip from Krakow in the future.
Jeanette_H, Feb 2026
Fab day out, Your guide Julia was brilliant friendly & very knowledgeable about Zakopane & other stops. She also advised places to go & see while in krakow. The spring spa was brilliant nice & hot on a cold winters day... Going was good as there were a few stops on the way & the cheese & vodka went down well 😁
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed your trip to Zakopane and the beautiful Tatra Mountains.
SophieLouise_H, Feb 2026
David our tour guide was lovely, and so funny 🤣
Had a great day!
All the different attractions were great fun!
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed your trip to Zakopane and the beautiful Tatra Mountains.
Leah_A, Feb 2026
The trip was fantastic from start to finish! We were picked up outside our hotel by the fantastic Mario, the van was heated (needed in the cold weather) and he was super informative and had great English! - the highlight of the trip for me personally was the thermal springs, getting to relax after a busy few days exploring Krakow was fantastic and well needed. Chocholow, cheese tasting, the funicular up and down Gubalowka and free time exploring Zakopane were great additions to the trip, with us enjoying Mario’s suggestions of restaurants and bars! It was a fantastic trip and I would highly recommend it to anyone.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
We’re very grateful for your review and for choosing our Zakopane and Tatra Mountains tour.
Ellie_B, Feb 2026
If you’re going to Krakow I would 100% recommend this trip! Cannot thank Mariusz enough, he was great from start to finish and full of knowledge!
Response from Host, Feb 2026
We’re very grateful for your review and for choosing our Zakopane and Tatra Mountains tour.
Deryn_G, Jan 2026
Our tour to Zakopane was a really positive experience. Peter was an excellent guide who was really helpful and attentive throughout the whole trip. Would definitely recommend
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Many thanks for your lovely comments about the Zakopane tour.
Erin_G, Jan 2026
I LOVED this tour. Our guide Daniel was absolutely fantastic - he kept us on schedule, minimal waiting around and answered a lot of my questions about Poland on the bus ride and all around, just a really nice human. He is such an asset to this company.
I loved exploring Zakopane and could've spent more time there but understand it is already a really long day. I really enjoyed finishing the day off with the Thermal Spa - it was perfect and so relaxing.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Your review is much appreciated. We’re glad Zakopane met your expectations.
Maddie_D, Jan 2026
Had a great day with our tour guide Ivan, saw lots of great things, thermal spa was lovely very much worth the money
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the Zakopane tour and the atmosphere of the Tatra Mountains.
Rhian_J, Jan 2026
Piotrek was a great host and very knowledgeable. Good communication and organisation before hand. 👍
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Many thanks for your fantastic feedback. We hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future.
Amanda_B, Dec 2025
This was recommended and it did not dissapoint, our guide Mike suggested we switch the plan around and start with cable cars we walked straight on and wasnt too over crowded that was the best decision, just a few hours later the ques were extreamly long! Zakopane village was lovely, we enjoyed the shopping at the little market very reasonable could have bought loads. We stopped off for some smoked cheese and vodka shot and again thouroughly enjoyed, wasnt too particular for the wooden village but we seen it. Last stop was the hot springs, adults area was great not too busy the family areas were chock a block so glad we didnt have the kids. Mike gave us lots of infortmation along the trip, and knew what he was talking about and was very happy to answer any questions...Thanks again Mike 10 / 10 👍 our 1st trip to Krakow and we will definately be back
Response from Host, Jan 2026
We’re delighted you enjoyed the views, the experience, and the time spent in Zakopane. Thank you for sharing this with others.
Sarah_P, Dec 2025
Great tour, very well organised with lots of information provided by the tour guide. Good communication from the guide during the tour. Would highly recommend this tour
Response from Host, Dec 2025
We’re delighted you enjoyed the views, the experience, and the time spent in Zakopane. Thank you for sharing this with others.
Leah_C, Dec 2025
Absolutely amazing experience from start to finish! Tomek our guide was absolutely incredible and really made the trip for us! We really appreciated the pick up and drop off times and the well planned itinerary! Highly recommend! Also highly recommended Tomek! Best guide we have ever had!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
We’re happy to hear you had a great experience on our Zakopane tour. Thank you for the review
Lisa_H, Dec 2025
Great tour guide (Michael) very informative and friendly/helpful. Lovely day trip, enjoyed the view from the top after the funicular. Also the spa was the highlight of our day.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re really happy to hear you enjoyed the Zakopane tour.
faye_R, Dec 2025
The best day just wish there was more hours in the day to spend in zakopane - our guide David was brilliant
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re really happy to hear you enjoyed the Zakopane tour.
Caron_B, Dec 2025
Great day out. Snow in mountains a beautiful blue skies. The spa was rather busy but it was a Saturday and Santa Claus day. Tom our guide was amazing, so friendly. Fun and just wanted all to have the best time. Best guide I have been with
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for choosing our Zakopane tour and for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review.
Vicki_W, Dec 2025
We had a wonderful host David, well organised and efficient, the thermal bath was so relaxing and we loved the cheese tasting, would highly recommend.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
We truly appreciate your kind words and are glad the trip to Zakopane was a great experience for you.
Stacey_C, Dec 2025
Absolutely fantastic day in the beautiful snowy zakopane mountains. Loved the cheese and vodka tasting and ending the day in the thermal springs. Just want to give our tour guide Jacob a big shout out. And thank him for a great day.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
We truly appreciate your kind words and are glad the trip to Zakopane was a great experience for you.
vaclav_t, Nov 2025
The whole trip was fantastic. The only obstacle was the almost never ending queue for the line train. It would have been much better if it was booked for certain time so the group wouldn't have to wait in the line. We even didn' go there, because of the amount of people waiting there. The queue was 200-300 metres long.
The wooden village is really beautiful especially in the winter - covered in snow. The thermal pools are perfect for relax after the whole trip
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for choosing our Zakopane tour and for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review.
Angela_B, Nov 2025
Excellent tour with Thomas as our guide ,well worth the trip, zakopane was a wonderful experience made better by a knowledgeable guide. Would book direct with tour company next time would not recommend viator
Response from Host, Dec 2025
We truly appreciate your kind words and are glad the trip to Zakopane was a great experience for you.
Shelin_H, Nov 2025
This experience is a must try when you visit Krakow, this is my 2nd time doing this experience and it has been amazing. The thermal baths especially are not to be missed and the Zakopane views of the mountains are also very beautiful.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
We truly appreciate your kind words and are glad the trip to Zakopane was a great experience for you.
Amy_A, Nov 2025
Brilliant day out! Our tour guide Dawid was excellent. We rented towels at the baths, which was great! Views up the mountain were great. Didn’t get any pics of baths as left phone in locker but were fab!
I had been to Krakow before and never considered doing this tour but if I came back I would do it again! Would highly recommend!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re really happy to hear you enjoyed the Zakopane tour.
Isabelle_C, Nov 2025
Such an amazing experience! Picked up & Dropped off at our chosen point by our tour guide Mike, he was brilliant! Giving us some history of Zakopane and also sending us good spots to spend our free time. I loved this trip and would 1000% go again!!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
We truly appreciate your kind words and are glad the trip to Zakopane was a great experience for you.
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