ZAKOPANE & TATRA Mountains Tour from Krakow

Recommended by 96% of travelers

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Krakow, Poland

High interest

Booked 5+ times today.

8 to 9 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.8

· Todd_H ·

May 2026

Zakopane is a fun town to visit. A lot of stores and restaurants. The mountain scenery is beautiful. Our tour guide Bart was one of the best tour guides we have had in nearly 40 years of traveling through Europe. Very organized guide who gave us 4-5 hours of Polish history and cultural information.

· sharonwilliams7 ·

May 2026

This trip is a must. On the drive to Zakopane the scenery is stunning, it was so different from Krakow. Stopping on the way at Chocholow wooden village was a lovely stop. Peter was a fantastic guide, he shared so many interesting facts with us and he is a lovely young man. You get 3 hours free time in Zakopane it was plenty. It’s a feast for the eyes.

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Overview

Discover the alpine scenery of Zakopane the easy way with a small-group tour from Krakow. Instead of dealing with crowded local buses, enjoy convenient Krakow hotel pickup and a much more relaxed travel experience. Once there, ride a cable car for mountain views, sample traditional Highlander smoked cheese, and explore Zakopane’s most famous shopping street.

Get to Zakopane and back in a day from Krakow
No need to go to a meeting place: Enjoy door-to-door transportation
Benefit from the perk of having a cable car ticket included
Small group size ensures a more personalized tour

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Ticket to the top of the mountain by cable car
Door to Door Service: You will be picked up and taken directly to / from your hotel in Krakow
Snacks

Tasting Traditional Smoked Cheese
Helpful English speaking driver/guide at your disposal throughout the trip
Information brochure in the language of your choice.

Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We pick up all travelers from all locations in Krakow. Your tour begins with transportation from Kraków. Write to us from which hotel/street you will be picked up. You will receive the exact pick-up time from your hotel/apartment by 7:00 p.m. the day before the tour.

Itinerary

Zakopane

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Chocholow

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Gubalowka

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Krupowki Street

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Wielka Krokiew - Ski Jumping Hill

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Infant seats available

Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 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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Featured review

Mark_B

Our driver and guide was Piotr and he went above and beyond. His knowledge was outstanding. The view of Tatra mountains was amazing. We had 3hrs free time to do what we wanted we wish we had more time as lots to see and do. I would highly recommend this tour.

Reviews

4.8

based on 1,015 reviews

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Phenomenal tour with Bart

Colin_R, Jul 2026

Itinerary was exactly what I expected. Absolutely loved how small the group was (only 3 people). Our tour guide was Bart and he told us a lot about his country and how amazing Polish culture is. He was a great driver and even shaved off a lot off time driving with shortcuts. Tour was lots of learning from Bob and the rest was free time in each part of the itinerary. Great tour and highly recommend.

Good to get out of the...

Paul_W, Jul 2026

Good to get out of the Cities and see the Mountains. A bit touristy at top of mountain but if walk to the left can get into countryside. Tom was excellent guide and driver, interesting perspective, being local but having lived in England for several years.

Excllent Customer service

MichaelStephen_C, Jul 2026

Very flexible and Kasper our driver meet all our needs. The tour was amazing and highly recommend. We enjoyed every minute of it.

Amazing Trip to Zakopane

Sarina_S, Jul 2026

I would highly recommend this trip to Zakopane and especially our driver and guide Casper! First, the tour was fantastic and the drive from Krakow was easy and enjoyable! Seeing the Wooden Church, ski jump, Zakopane, wooden villages, etc would not have been easy on our own without the tour. It felt like there was a good amount of time spent at each location and it made for a seem less experience! The restaurant with the view of the mountain was great too! Our guide Casper was great and he did an incredible job sharing information about the locations while also providing a fun experience for us! He has us laughing many times and he greatly added to our experience! Next time we are in Poland we would love to have another tour led by Casper! I would say to book this tour if you want to see a lot of southern Poland in one day without feeling the stress of planning each spot on your own! And make sure to ask for Casper!

Must Do!!!

Meg_M, Jun 2026

This is an absolute must do experience! Bart was absolutely amazing with his detail, communication and timelines. The scenery is magnificent and the day flew by!!

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you for choosing Krak Tours! We're delighted you enjoyed our Zakopane Tour from Krakow. We hope to see you again on another adventure in Poland!

Day trip by minibus to Zakopane

Catherine_M, Jun 2026

Thanks Bart for a great trip to Zakopane. We had a fun day and really enjoyed your stories. Would definitely recommend

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you for choosing Krak Tours! We're delighted you enjoyed our Zakopane Tour from Krakow. We hope to see you again on another adventure in Poland!

Tomek was a very friendly and knowledgeable guide. Scenery was beautiful.

Gemma_S, Jun 2026

It was worth the drive out of Krakow. The scenery at the top was stunning. Great to experience more rural communities.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you for your wonderful review. We're glad our Zakopane and Tatra Mountains tour made your trip to Poland even more special.

Great experience, fun and interesting

Kyrone_L, Jun 2026

Was such a great and insightful experience, the whole trip from start to finish was kept interesting due to our very friendly and educated tour guide tomek, he kept us well informed and made the whole day fun !

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted you had a great experience on our Krakow to Zakopane tour.

Krakow trip to Zakopane

Kevin_S, May 2026

Been on several tours with this company and they never disappoint. Places of interest were well thought out, guide Bart very knowledgeably, friendly and entertaining. Though it was rainy on the day which obviously limiting some of the scenery, it didn’t detract from the trip thanks to the guide Bart.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you for traveling with us! We're happy you enjoyed Zakopane, the Tatra Mountains, and your time away from Krakow.

Zakopane tour

Todd_H, May 2026

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed our Zakopane day trip from Krakow. We hope to welcome you back soon!

Great trip, highly recommended

sushila_W, May 2026

Great trip, Tom was our driver and guide, he was knowledgeable, entertaining and gave us lots of information, a passionate polish citizen.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted you had a great experience on our Krakow to Zakopane tour.

Good trip

Elizabeth_L, May 2026

We had a good day out. Our driver & guide Matthew was very informative & knowledgeable and made the day interesting & enjoyable.

Brilliant day out in the majestic mountains!

Sindhu_S, May 2026

Tom was our guide for the tour and he was so friendly, energetic, full of insights about Polish history and made sure we had a brilliant day out. Highly recommend!

Response from Host, Jun 2026

We're delighted you enjoyed the trip. Zakopane and the Tatra Mountains are truly special, and we're happy to have shared them with you.

Fantastic trip

sharonwilliams7, May 2026

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you for joining our Zakopane tour from Krakow. We hope to see you again on another adventure in Poland!

Julia is the best!

Tanya_M, May 2026

Very nice day! Our guide Julia was AMAZING!! Gorgeous views, and nice shopping, we just had a nice day.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you for choosing our Zakopane tour from Krakow. We’re glad you enjoyed one of the most beautiful places in Poland with us.

Best ever day trip

Victoria_L, May 2026

Had an amazing day yesterday. Kornel was a brilliant guide, full of useful information. He made the day fun and easy.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you for your kind review. It was a pleasure having you on our Zakopane tour.

Great Tour

Glenn_B, May 2026

It's a beautiful place and very well taken care of. Bert was a fantastic guide and very knowledgeable about the area and Poland in general. He even pointed out to storks along the way back.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you for sharing your experience from Zakopane. We’re delighted that your trip to Zakopane became a special part of your visit to Poland.

The tour was excellent,...

Donna_H, May 2026

The tour was excellent, thanks to our guide, Tom. He enhanced the whole experience with historical, culinary and cultural context, humor and energy. He kept the drive interesting throughout and entertaining. I did not expect to see Pope JP Chanel and the sheep cheese smokehouse- and even time to sit and drink in the beauty of the Poland countryside. it was altogether a great day full of surprise and one to remember.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you for sharing your experience from Zakopane. We’re delighted that your trip to Zakopane became a special part of your visit to Poland.

Great experience

Claire_S, May 2026

Fantastic experience. Very comfortable minibus with air con. Peter was a great tour guide, friendly and informative on each stop. Highly recommend this trip, mountain view amazing! Remember to take cash with you for the markets!.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you for traveling to Zakopane with us. We hope your review helps other travelers choose the perfect tour from Krakow.

Mountain visit

Stephen_P, May 2026

We had a great day with Peter our guide. He gave us so much information on the drive to the mountains. It was a lot colder than we expected. Take your gloves and good shoes. Try the Polish food and enjoy a really different day out

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you for your beautiful review of our Zakopane tour. We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere, mountain views, and your time in Zakopane.

It was a nice day

Svetlana_G, May 2026

It was a nice day out. The weather was good. If you have an extra day in Krakow I would recommend this tour but it is not a must. The tour guide was okay and the stops were nice.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you for sharing your experience from Zakopane. We’re delighted that your trip to Zakopane became a special part of your visit to Poland.

The guide was friendly...

Vincy_S, May 2026

The guide was friendly and provided useful information along the route. He is knowledgeable and a careful driver, best experience if with friends.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you for your review. We’re happy our Zakopane day trip helped make your visit to Poland even more memorable.

Bart took my wife and I...

Richard_R, May 2026

Bart took my wife and I on the most amazing tour to Zakopane. He made it enjoyable and comfortable throughout the day and he genuinely cared to make sure the group had the best time. He is an amazing guide and would recommend him for any tour possible. It was a fabulous and memorable experience!

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you for your beautiful review of our Zakopane tour. We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere, mountain views, and your time in Zakopane.

Loved this tour! Guide...

Judith_W, May 2026

Loved this tour! Guide was very knowledgeable and made sure we got authentic, local experiences! Thanks

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you for your beautiful review of our Zakopane tour. We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere, mountain views, and your time in Zakopane.

Great day out

Emma_G, Apr 2026

It can be very cold on the trip so I would suggest wrapping up warm. We ended up buying hats to keep us warm. Travelled end of April

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you for sharing your experience from Zakopane. We’re delighted that your trip to Zakopane became a special part of your visit to Poland.

Zakopane and Tatra mountains

Sonia_R, Apr 2026

Excellent day trip definitely recommend doing. Burt, our driver/guide was outstanding, he was punctual, very informative, friendly and kept us to schedule. Great day out thank you.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you for choosing our Zakopane tour from Krakow. We’re glad you enjoyed the trip and that our guide helped make the experience even more memorable.

Tour guide was...

Yen_W, Apr 2026

Tour guide was knowledgeable friendly and sent out group photos and nice places to eat - super helpful

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you for your beautiful review of our Zakopane tour. We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere, mountain views, and your time in Zakopane.

Amazing

Gillian_B, Apr 2026

It is a very worthwhile trip. You stop at some really interesting places. The scenery was stunning. Peter our guide was very knowledgeable.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you for sharing your experience from Zakopane. We’re delighted that your trip to Zakopane became a special part of your visit to Poland.

Great experience

Trisha_R, Apr 2026

Had a lovely time with the group and our guide, Casper was super nice and very helpful. He provided some great information and stories about each location and provided us with an amazing list of recommendations in Zakopane and also, some of his favorite spots in Krakow. We were able to experience the proper polish food and snacks experience thanks to him!