Zakopane full day tour with cable car & thermal baths from Krakow
Krakow, Poland

Zakopane full day tour with cable car & thermal baths from Krakow

Outty Ranking 64 4.6 · 13 traveler reviews10 hoursFrom $126
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64/100

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4.6/5

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Is Zakopane full day tour with cable car & thermal baths from Krakow worth booking?

Zakopane full day tour with cable car & thermal baths from Krakow is a 10-hour experience in Krakow, Poland, from $126 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 13 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
64 / 100
Rating
4.6/5 (13)
Duration
10 hours
From
$126 per person

Explore the picturesque town of Zakopane, nestled in the stunning Tatra Mountains of Poland. This tour offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and rich culture. Discover the majesty of the Tatra Range, embark on thrilling hikes, and experience traditional highland traditions. Wander through Zakopane's charming streets, admire the historic wooden architecture, and savor delicious Polish cuisine. It's an unforgettable journey into the heart of Poland's mountain paradise. We offer only small group tours, this gives you the opportunity to see more and the tour go smoothly.

What you get

    About this experience

    Explore the picturesque town of Zakopane, nestled in the stunning Tatra Mountains of Poland. This tour offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and rich culture. Discover the majesty of the Tatra Range, embark on thrilling hikes, and experience traditional highland traditions. Wander through Zakopane's charming streets, admire the historic wooden architecture, and savor delicious Polish cuisine. It's an unforgettable journey into the heart of Poland's mountain paradise. We offer only small group tours, this gives you the opportunity to see more and the tour go smoothly.

    What's included

    Included

    • Bottled water
    • Ticket to Gubalowka funicular Up and Down
    • Visiting Zakopane selfguided
    • Visiting Highlander Village with guide Chocholow
    • English-speaking driver/guide at your disposal.
    • In-vehicle air conditioning
    • Private transport Kraków – Zakopane and back
    • WI-FI on board
    • Snacks
    • Ticket to thermal baths/water park (2,5h)
    • Mulled wine (only in winter)

    What you'll see and do

    1. Zywy skansen - Historyczna zabudowa Chocholowa

      Our tour begins with a visit to Chochołów – a unique village with traditional wooden architecture, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This is a unique opportunity to experience and discover the daily life of the highlanders, rich in authentic traditions and regional culture.

      40 minutes here

    2. Zakopane

      We invite you on an unforgettable trip to Zakopane, where you will have a 2,5hrs of free time and discover the charm of Poland's winter capital! The itinerary includes a walk along the famous *Krupówki* – the heart of Zakopane. This bustling street is filled with regional stalls, restaurants offering highland specialties, and souvenir shops. As you stroll, you'll be able to taste local food and purchase authentic highland products. Short distance from there you can catch a funicular(ticket included in the tour)to go up the **Gubalowka**hill where you will be able to see Zakopane from the top in the valley and the breath taking mountains view( picture perfect ).Up there you can expect to find restaurants, bars,souvenir shops, additional attractions for children and grownups etc. Highly recommended by us.This trip is a perfect blend of stunning scenery, regional culture, and relaxation in the heart of the Tatra Mountains

      150 minutes here

    3. Zakopane

      After Gubalowka tour you will be invited for traditional cheese tasting "oscypek" grilled by yourself on firepit. Discover how to make polish traditional smoked cheese "oscypek".

      30 minutes here

    4. Zakopane

      At the end of the tour relax in Chochołowskie Thermal Baths. With recreation and relaxation in mind, visit largest thermal baths complex in Podhale. Knowing that thermal waters are rich in many micronutrients, we guarantee a surge of vitality and full regeneration of the body. In addition to swimming pools and a jacuzzi with thermal water, we invite you to the treatment zone with sulphide and brine water.(time 2,5h)

      150 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Krakow

    Please wait at kiss&ride spot 10 minutes before tour stats. Our vans always have Funtourscracow logo on side. Guide will call your names and make sure you are in wright van.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Please wait at kiss&ride spot 10 minutes before tour stats. Our vans always have Funtourscracow logo on side. Guide will call your names and make sure you are in wright van.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 30 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Fun Tours Cracow

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 13 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    6 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Food and drink

    4 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    3 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Value for money

    2 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Organization

    2 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Traveler reviews

    13 verified traveler reviews for Zakopane full day tour with cable car & thermal baths from Krakow. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Emilio_V · May 2026

    See Zakopane the right way!

    This is the way to see Zakopane. I booked this experience last minute at 2am the same day. The tour guides were extremely friendly and helpful. My group mates were fun and from all different countries. The tour guides even waited for me, being 9 minutes late when they didn't have to. First stop: coffee shop, had great homemade treats and delicious coffee drinks. Second stop: chocholow to visit the local community and see an original wood home. Incredible. The wood carver is very talented and has a great philosophy on life. Third: 4 wheeling, this was worth the price of admission!!! It was a ton of fun running through Zakopane on one of those things! Fourth: local cheese tasting. The couple who own the place were very hospitable and welcoming! The cheese was delicious with mull wine. Lastly we went to the hot springs. This was the crown jewel of the whole day. Hanging in the hot springs with locals, looking at the mountain backdrop, was fantastic. Overall, highly recommend! Will do again when I visit Poland.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for taking the time to share such an amazing and detailed review! We’re absolutely thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the experience from beginning to end. 😊 It was a pleasure having you with us, and we’re especially glad that the last-minute booking worked out and that our guides could make the start of your day a little easier. We’re happy you enjoyed discovering Chochołów and meeting the local woodcarver, the delicious local cheese and mulled wine, and of course the 4x4 adventure! And we couldn’t agree more — relaxing in the thermal pools with the Tatra Mountains in the background is a pretty special way to finish the day. 🏔️♨️ Your kind words about our guides and the local hosts mean a lot to us. Thank you for the recommendation, and we’d love to welcome you back on another adventure when you return to Poland! See you next time! 🇵🇱😊

    via Viator

    Paula B · May 2026

    Fantastic

    Zakopane was amazing beautiful mountains and pretty houses Would love to go back in winter it would be magical Tour guides were amazing and very knowledgeable

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful mountains and charming houses of Zakopane. 🏔️ Winter in the Tatra Mountains really is magical, and we’d be delighted to welcome you back for a snowy adventure! Thank you as well for your kind words about our guides — we’ll be sure to pass them along to the team. We hope to see you again soon! 😊

    via Tripadvisor

    Michelle_D · April 2026

    Great experience

    Had a lot of fun with my son snowmobiling and at the thermal baths. Long day but worth it. Karaoke contest on the drive back was a lot of fun too.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear that you and your son had such a fun day snowmobiling and relaxing at the thermal baths. It’s great to know that even the journey back was enjoyable—the karaoke always brings a lot of smiles! 😊 We agree, it’s a long day, but we’re so glad you found it worthwhile. Thank you again, and we hope to welcome you both back for another great adventure in the future!

    via Viator

    Christina_K · March 2026

    Thee most unreal trip!!!!

    Absolutely amazing experience!! Whole tour was fabulous and we got to snow mobile and thermal baths were out of this world with all the swim up bars and choice of food! Will be back to booking skiing in Zakopane for sure!!

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the whole tour, from snowmobiling to relaxing in the thermal baths with all the fun extras. It’s fantastic that you’re already thinking about coming back for skiing in Zakopane—we can’t wait to welcome you again for another adventure!

    via Viator

    Peter_T · March 2026

    Well organised trip with good communication, let down by the Spa experience.

    The trip was very well organised and the driver Paul and guide Katrina were very helpful, there is nothing more they could have done to make the experience better. The wooden town was interesting as was the trip up the mountain. Cheese tasting was a nice extra. My reason for not giving 5 stars was the actual thermal bath experience was not great. The pools were absolutely rammed with no space anywhere to relax. It was noisy. There were children giving no respect to older people just pushing and shoving and generally rude. There were quite a lot of drunk people again pushing past everyone to be first to the swim up bar. I didn’t see many people leaving the pool to use the toilets. To me this was nothing like the thermal spas in Iceland, more like a busy leisure centre.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your detailed feedback. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the organisation of the trip, and that Paul and Katrina made the day special for you, as well as the wooden town, mountain trip, and cheese tasting. We’re sorry to hear that the thermal baths didn’t meet your expectations and that the crowds and atmosphere impacted your experience. Your honest review is very valuable, and we’ll take it into account to help improve future visits. We hope that, despite this, you still enjoyed the rest of the adventure.

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    10 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    5
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Fun Tours Cracow, who run 4 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 51.9.

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    Why this scores 64

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)76
    Review evidence (18% weight)35
    Booking momentum (14% weight)28
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)75
    Local standing (8% weight)44
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Zakopane full day tour with cable car & thermal baths from Krakow: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Krakow.

    How much does Zakopane full day tour with cable car & thermal baths from Krakow cost?

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    Prices start at $126 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 Zakopane full day tour with cable car & thermal baths from Krakow take?

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    Plan for about 10 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 Zakopane full day tour with cable car & thermal baths from Krakow worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 13 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Krakow, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Zakopane full day tour with cable car & thermal baths from Krakow?

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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 Zakopane full day tour with cable car & thermal baths from Krakow suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Zakopane full day tour with cable car & thermal baths from Krakow?

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    Around 5 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 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Zakopane full day tour with cable car & thermal baths from Krakow 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: Cable Car, Chocholow Baths, Cheese & Vodka, Krakow to Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour with Transfer and Ticket. 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.

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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.

    What is included in Zakopane full day tour with cable car & thermal baths from Krakow?

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    Included: Bottled water; Ticket to Gubalowka funicular Up and Down; Visiting Zakopane selfguided; Visiting Highlander Village with guide Chocholow; and English-speaking driver/guide at your disposal. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Zakopane full day tour with cable car & thermal baths from Krakow?

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    Please wait at kiss&ride spot 10 minutes before tour stats. Our vans always have Funtourscracow logo on side. Guide will call your names and make sure you are in wright van. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Zakopane full day tour with cable car & thermal baths from Krakow offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Zakopane full day tour with cable car & thermal baths from Krakow?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Zakopane full day tour with cable car & thermal baths from Krakow wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Specialized infant seats are available; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Zakopane full day tour with cable car & thermal baths from Krakow if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Zakopane full day tour with cable car & thermal baths from Krakow?

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    Across 13 reviews averaging 4.6 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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