Zakopane Guied Tour: Cable Car, Local Spirits & Thermal Baths

Overview

Available languages

Norwegian

German

Finnish

Swedish

Korean

Portuguese

Greek

English

Italian

French

Spanish

Japanese

Slovak

Chinese (China)

Polish

Danish

Romanian

Turkish

Dutch

11 hours

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Discover the Charm of Zakopane – The Heart of the Polish Highlands

Experience the unique atmosphere of Zakopane, the capital of the Polish highlands, where breathtaking Tatra Mountain landscapes blend with rich highlander culture. Stroll through streets lined with traditional wooden houses, explore local craft markets, and taste authentic regional specialties. Learn about the Górale people, their traditions, and their unique lifestyle.

A relaxing visit to the Chochołowskie Thermal Pools, the largest thermal baths in Poland. Soak in warm, mineral-rich waters while admiring spectacular mountain views.

Led by an experienced local guide, this tour ensures a comfortable journey in an air-conditioned minivan, making your trip stress-free. Whether you seek culture, nature, or relaxation, Zakopane promises an unforgettable experience in one of Poland’s most beautiful regions.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

EQUIPMENT: AS part of your day will be at the thermal pools, please bring a towel, swimsuit, and flip-flops.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Assistance of experienced local tour leader

Local spirits tasting

Oscypek tasting

Round trip transport by air-conditioned minivan

3-hour Open Ticket to Chochołów Thermal Pools & Healing Zone

Live commentary on board

Tickets to Gubałówka Funicular Rail

Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Krakow

The tour begins with a transfer from Krakow to Zakopane. You will be picked up by your guide and, along the way, immerse you in the unique culture, traditions, and stories of the Podhale region. A scenic journey from Krakow to Zakopane, where breathtaking mountain views unfold with every mile will take around 2 hours.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Chocholow

On the way to Zakopane, you’ll pass through the traditional wooden village of Chochołów, known for its nearly identical wooden houses. The settlers follow a long-standing tradition of washing the wooden walls with soapy water twice a year, before Christmas and Easter, which keeps even the oldest buildings looking new. The village lies just 500 meters from our southern neighbor – Slovakia.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Promo tour from Meeting Point

Availability: Limited special offer

Guided tour with Hotel Pickup

Pickup included

Guided tour from Meeting Point

Reviews

4.94

215 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

208

Wow what an experience
laurabI4296NV,
Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Bart our guide was amazing the trip went so smoothly he took care of everything including all admissions etc... The trip was the best experience we have ever had. Would 1000% recommend using again. Thanks Bart
Welcoming, organised and informative
Keavy C,
Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a really good day with Bart as our tour guide. He was really welcoming and helpful. We had the best day visiting Zakopane and going to the thermal baths. We had plenty of time at each place and the whole experience was really organised. The van had plenty of room with air conditioning. We didn’t just get to look at the amazing views of Zakopane but we also tasted really nice cheese and vodka. Bart also played polish music which we liked because it helped us experience the culture even more. Overall a really good experience and would definitely recommend.
Our tour guide was Lukasz. He was excellent. Very clam and knowledgeable. He looked after us very well. Very smooth dri
aleksandramZ2615FD,
Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our tour guide was Lukasz. He was excellent. Very clam and knowledgeable. He looked after us very well. Very smooth driving. The bus was spotless and comfortable. A really great tour that we will remember for all the right reasons. Thank you.
The tour to Zacopene was excellent, the guide Maceik gave us full of information and with good humor
Alicia V,
Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour was excellent! The guide provide us full of information. Good music and sense of humor. Maciek, good job! Thank
South to the Snow and Polish history
Shamwarie,
Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Maciek was an amazing host guide,driver and historian. Its a 12 hour day but if you want to miss the hot pools option its 9 hours (these are big hotter pools indoor and outdoor not thermal springs). A truly wonderful day made better by Maciek.
Fantastic trip to discover Zakopane
dianelE8219TI,
Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide Jacob was amazing, so helpful, advising on best places to eat and where to go in our free time, would book again x
Winter wonderland
daniellecJ4348SB,
Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Five star everything. We were a family of 4 on this trip with 2 young children and it was perfect for all of us. Jay out guide was very welcoming and informative. Every stop was Scenic and interesting. We had the added bonus of snow so our children (and us) got to sled! Topped off with a warming trip to the thermal baths. Bliss!
A must do experience!
SW19966,
Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Matthias was an amazing tour guide for our trip to Zakopane thermal baths. Everything he mentioned was so detailed and he was very knowledgeable. We stopped first of all for cheese tasting and vodka tasting in a nice location with snow all around. Later we stopped in Zakopane for 3hrs for some free time and a ticket up the funicular with a great viewpoint. We then went to the thermal baths for 3hrs which was the most relaxed I have felt in a long time. Matthias was patient to our questions and some of the group were late but he didn't show any signs of frustration and still greeted everyone with a smile, even after a 13 hour day. Highly recommend this trip!!
Zakopane
michellew426,
Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Absolutely amazing from start to finish.Bart are tour guide was very welcoming. Bart was excellent with his knowledge and letting us know where to be/go. Me and my daughter really enjoyed our tour. Thank you Bart
Great experience
674chelsean,
Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great experience using Krakow Direct, everything was really well organised and Bart our driver/tour guide was very knowledgeable on the places we stopped at.