Zakopane Day Tour from Krakow with Tasting and Funicular ride
Overview
During this full-day adventure tour from Krakow to southern Poland, you'll discover the authentic local way of life. Taste local delights like sheep cheese (oscypek) and regional spirits. Explore Zakopane's heart on Krupówki Street, then ascend Gubałówka by a modern funicular for breathtaking Tatras views. Enjoy free time to savor Polish cuisine or take a leisurely stroll, escaping the touristy spots.
Our driver will pick you up from your Krakow hotel, ensuring a comfortable and safe journey. No worries about tickets or queues – we'll take care of it all. A Tour Guide accompanying you will provide crucial insights and answer your questions. This journey promises an unforgettable adventure into the heart of southern Poland.
What's Included
- Gubalowka Funicular Up and Down Ticket - 06-10.10 Gubałówka cable car will be closed
- Spare time in Krupówki (historical center of Zakopane)
- English-speaking driver
- Highlander cheese and regional alcohol tasting
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Transfers (Krakow-Zakopane-Krakow)
- Visiting the oldest traditional mountain hut
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Do not forget to choose your hotel from the list. If you cannot find your hotel, mention in it "additional pickup information".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.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.
What To Expect
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Krakow
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Chocholow
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Zakopane
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
Gubalowka
3 hours Admission Ticket Included
Krupowki Street
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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.
- On 06.10 - 10.10 the Gubałówka cable car will be closed due to maintenance work. Instead, our tour will travel as high as possible by car and take a short walk to the viewpoint. As a compensation, our guests will receive a lunchbox of their choice, at our expense and in addition there will be a mulled wine tasting. We will contact you via WhatsApp or email before the tour to discuss your preferred lunchbox.
- ⚠️IMPORTANT: Gubałówka Funicular will be closed for a technical break from November 16–27, 2026. During this period, the tour will still include a visit to Gubałówka. Instead of using the funicular, our vehicles will take guests directly to the top, so you will still be able to enjoy the viewpoint and mountain scenery. In addition, we are providing lunchboxes in meat or vegetarian option - In case of no contact, we bring vegetarian lunchboxes.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 22 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Gubalowka Funicular Up and Down Ticket - 06-10.10 Gubałówka cable car will be closed.
- Spare time in Krupówki (historical center of Zakopane).
- English-speaking driver.
- Highlander cheese and regional alcohol tasting.
- Hotel pickup and drop off.
- Transfers (Krakow-Zakopane-Krakow).
- Visiting the oldest traditional mountain hut.
- Lunch.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Zakopane Day Tour from Krakow with Tasting and Funicular ride is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Zakopane Day Tour from Krakow with Tasting and Funicular ride will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Gubalowka Funicular Up and Down Ticket - 06-10.10 Gubałówka cable car will be closed
- Spare time in Krupówki (historical center of Zakopane)
- English-speaking driver
- Highlander cheese and regional alcohol tasting
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Transfers (Krakow-Zakopane-Krakow)
- Visiting the oldest traditional mountain hut
- Lunch
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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.
- On 06.10 - 10.10 the Gubałówka cable car will be closed due to maintenance work. Instead, our tour will travel as high as possible by car and take a short walk to the viewpoint. As a compensation, our guests will receive a lunchbox of their choice, at our expense and in addition there will be a mulled wine tasting. We will contact you via WhatsApp or email before the tour to discuss your preferred lunchbox.
- ⚠️IMPORTANT: Gubałówka Funicular will be closed for a technical break from November 16–27, 2026. During this period, the tour will still include a visit to Gubałówka. Instead of using the funicular, our vehicles will take guests directly to the top, so you will still be able to enjoy the viewpoint and mountain scenery. In addition, we are providing lunchboxes in meat or vegetarian option - In case of no contact, we bring vegetarian lunchboxes.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 22 travelers
