
Krakow–Zakopane: Cable Car, Chocholow Baths, Cheese & Vodka
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Is Krakow–Zakopane: Cable Car, Chocholow Baths, Cheese & Vodka worth booking?
Krakow–Zakopane: Cable Car, Chocholow Baths, Cheese & Vodka is a 11-hour experience in Krakow, Poland, from $46 per person. It scores 94 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 12,987 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 94 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (12,987)
- Duration
- 11 hours
- From
- $46 per person
Top-rated day trip (4.9/5 from 12,000+ reviews). Ride the Gubałówka cable car, taste highlander cheese & local vodka, and enjoy a full 3 hours at Chocholow Thermal Baths — modern geothermal hot springs with outdoor therm
What you get
About this experience
Top-rated day trip (4.9/5 from 12,000+ reviews). Ride the Gubałówka cable car, taste highlander cheese & local vodka, and enjoy a full 3 hours at Chocholow Thermal Baths — modern geothermal hot springs with outdoor thermal pools, slides, pool bars and unforgettable mountain views. Your tour will begin with a pick-up from your hotel. During the journey to Zakopane, we have two amazing stops planned. Chochołów - one of the most beautiful villages in Southern Poland where you'll find the oldest houses inhabited by locals. When we arrive at our destination - Zakopane, your guide will explain how to use the funicular car and provide you with all the necessary tickets, saving you time and avoiding the ticket office queues. The thermal pools in Chochołów are one of the largest facilities of this kind in Poland. The health properties of the water have a positive impact on the skin and overall well-being. Pool bars allow for a moment of relaxation with a drink! See you on board!
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup & drop off
- Guidebooks: Spanish, French, German, Italian, Norwegian, Russian, Dutch, and more..
- Visiting the oldest traditional mountain hut. Highlander cheese ®gional alcohol tasting.
- Spare time on Krupówki (historical center of Zakopane)
- 3 hour ticket for Chocholow Hot Baths Pools
- Gubalowka Funicular Up and Down Ticket
- Transfers (Krakow-Zakopane-Krakow)
- English - speaking driver
Not included
- Dinner
What you'll see and do
Krakow
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).
15 minutes here
Krakow
Transportation Krakow -> Zakopane
120 minutes here
Chocholow
Experience the magical atmosphere of the small village of Chochołów, where you will find some of the oldest houses in the entire region and get to know how the local people live.
15 minutes here
Witow
Try typical highlander cheese and regional alcohol tasting
30 minutes here
Gubalowka
With up and down ticket for funicular
60 minutes here · Admission included
Krupowki Street
Sightseeing, spare time
120 minutes here
Chocholowskie Termy
The thermal pools in Chochołów are one of the largest facilities of this kind in Poland. The health properties of the water have a positive impact on the skin and overall well-being. Pool bars allow for a moment of relaxation with a drink. Families traveling with children will also find something for themselves because every entrance ticket we offer at Chocholow Termal Baths grants access to to most zones (except for those marked with additional payment zones and sauna). Don't forget to bring your phone and capture unforgettable moments!
180 minutes here · Admission included
Tatras Mountains (Tatry)
Beautiful views
Pass by without stopping
Zakopane
Transportation Zakopane -> Krakow
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ar, no, de, ru, en, it, pl, fr, nl, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Thousand Miles
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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.
- Mandatory bring with you: Towel, Swimsuit and Flip flops
- Comfortable shoes and clothes recommended.
- The temperature can be lower in the mountains than in Krakow.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 12,956 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
12,956 verified traveler reviews for Krakow–Zakopane: Cable Car, Chocholow Baths, Cheese & Vodka. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A must tour
This was a very well organized guide. Our guide Magda was very attentive, patient and extremely knowledge. This was a well worth tour.
via Tripadvisor
Great trip
The service provided from kaja and thousand miles was great. Kaja the tour guide was very friendly, knowledgeable, helpful and very funny. Would definitely recommend, the trip its self was brilliant would highly recommended.
via Viator
Wonderful Zakopane Tour – Fabion Was Excellent!
We had a wonderful day touring the Zakopane area! Before arriving in Zakopane, we stopped in a charming traditional village, which was such a nice addition to the experience. We loved seeing the beautiful old wooden homes, learning a little about the local culture and history, and getting a glimpse of life in this part of Poland. The scenery throughout the day was gorgeous, from the countryside and grazing cows to the mountain views. Once in Zakopane, we also enjoyed visiting Gubałówka and taking in the area. Our driver, Fabion, was excellent. He was friendly, professional, knowledgeable, and made the entire day easy and enjoyable. We never felt rushed and really appreciated how smoothly everything was organized. This was a great way to experience Zakopane and the surrounding countryside, and we would definitely recommend the tour — especially with Fabion as your driver!
via Tripadvisor
Brilliant tour thanks Stephan and Luca
Would highly recommend to anyone the knowledge of the tour guide was brilliant.
via Tripadvisor
Zakopane day trip with cable car,cheese and vodka tasting with thermal spa
Really good day, wasn’t expecting to do so much and every stop was timed perfectly. Kaja provided us with lots of information about zakopane and its history. Would definitely recommend it
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 11 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $46 to $99
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 4,545
- Verdict
- 90+ Club
Why this scores 94
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Krakow–Zakopane: Cable Car, Chocholow Baths, Cheese & Vodka: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Krakow.
How much does Krakow–Zakopane: Cable Car, Chocholow Baths, Cheese & Vodka cost?
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Prices start at $46 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Krakow usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Krakow–Zakopane: Cable Car, Chocholow Baths, Cheese & Vodka take?
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Plan for about 11 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Krakow is not rushed.
Is Krakow–Zakopane: Cable Car, Chocholow Baths, Cheese & Vodka worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 94 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 12,987 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Krakow, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule Krakow–Zakopane: Cable Car, Chocholow Baths, Cheese & Vodka?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Krakow–Zakopane: Cable Car, Chocholow Baths, Cheese & Vodka suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 11-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Krakow–Zakopane: Cable Car, Chocholow Baths, Cheese & Vodka?
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Around 4,545 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Krakow can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Krakow and add a light layer if any part of the 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Krakow–Zakopane: Cable Car, Chocholow Baths, Cheese & Vodka start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Krakow within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Krakow?
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On Outty we rank every Krakow experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Complete Cracow Bike Tour (small group of maximum 15 people!), Krakow: Zakopane & Hot Springs Tour with Cable Car (Hotel Pickup), Zakopane from Krakow: Day Trip with Cable Car & Thermal Baths. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Krakow?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Krakow?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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