Zakopane is a small town at the foot of the Tatra Mountains and a center of Goral (Polish highlanders). After visiting “the winter capital of Poland", you will spend a relaxing afternoon at Thermal Baths.

All Ages

About

Zakopane is known as a Polish winter wonderland. Located 100 kilometers south of Krakow, just at the foothill of Poland’s highest mountains, Zakopane is the ultimate one-day tour destination for people who want to experience the beauty of the natural mountainous landscape. The town offers a perfect blend of outdoorsy fun, beautiful scenery and long-lasting traditions of Polish Highlanders’ rich culture. During the tour, you will see Zakopane’s main sights, admire the breathtaking panorama of the High Tatras from the best viewing point, familiarize yourself with the traditions of Gorals and try out the local cuisine, including the famous oscypek cheese made of salted sheep milk.

Thermal Pools in Chocholow
Chocholowskie Therms is a magical place, right at the feet of the Tatras, only 15 kilometers away from Zakopane. Enjoy the stunning view of the high mountains while having a relaxing afternoon far away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The pool complex includes over 30 swimming pools and barrels, hydromassage stands, a treatment zone with raw sulfur and iodized brine water, water geysers, a rapid river, climbing net. The water has a temperature of 32-36 ° C, so in outdoor pools you can relax even on cold days.

This tour starts in Krakow. You will be picked up in the morning by our English-speaking driver from your hotel or the designated meeting point (see FAQ section below). First, you will have a 2-hour guided tour in Zakopane. Then, you will have free time for shopping. Afterward, you will go to the thermal pools in Chocholow, where you will spend 3 hours. You will come back to Krakow in the evening. The entire tour will last 11 hours.

The departure time is estimated, to be confirmed before the tour by email.

Highlights:

• Zakopane – the capital of the Tatra Mountains
• Gubalowka Hill with the best panorama of the Tatras
• Krupowki – Zakopane’s main shopping street
• Time for shopping and tasting “oscypek” – the regional smoked cheese
• Relaxing afternoon in thermal pools in Chocholow with a spectacular view of the Tatras
• Tickets to thermal baths and Gubalowka Funicular

What's included

• Group transportation by minibus/bus
• Pick up from your hotel or the designated meeting point in the Old Town (see FAQ section below)
• Group guided tour in Zakopane in English (or other languages if requested in advance)
• Admission fee to Gubalowka funicular railway (return ticket) and thermal pools in Chocholow