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From Krakow: Slovakia Treetop Walk, Zakopane & Thermal Baths

1. From Krakow: Slovakia Treetop Walk, Zakopane & Thermal Baths

Your full-day trip begins with pickup from your accommodation in Krakow and heads to Zdiar, a charming Slovakian folk village located just 10 kilometres from the Polish border. Admire the distinctive architecture and culture of Zdiar, then embark on a scenic uphill walk to reach the treetop path. Located 24 meters above the ground, this unique walkway offers stunning views across Bachledova Valley, the Tatra Mountains, and Pieniny National Park. After your walk, continue the tour to Zakopane, also known as the “skiing capital of Poland”. Wander along Krupowki, the town’s main street, and mingle with the locals. As you explore, get a sense of small-town life and shop for souvenirs and handmade crafts. Later, ride the funicular up to Gubalowka Mountain to admire yet more amazing views. You’ll also see the famous ski hill used for the Gran Prix Ski Jump Competition. Finally, visit Chocholowska Thermal Baths in the highland village of Chocholow. Spend three hours relaxing in the mineral-rich waters and let the stresses of everyday life melt away. Work your way around the eight whirlpools and take a dip in the brine bath. At the end of an amazing day, enjoy drop-off back to Krakow.

Zakopane - The Capital of Tatra Mountains

2. Zakopane - The Capital of Tatra Mountains

Visit the Chochołów village which was founded in the 16th century by King Zygmunt III. There you will see a number of wooden cottages and visit the Museum of Chochołów with traditional interiors from the second half of the 19th century. Explore Zakopane where you can take a walk along the main street of Krupówki, which has a lively atmosphere and is full of charm with many traditional highland taverns with traditional food. After lunch, you can take a ride up the Gubałówka mountain where you can admire the panorama of the Tatra Mountains. On the way back to Kraków you will pop into a Highlander's hut where shepherds prepare the traditional smoked cheese "Oscypek".

From Krakow: Zakopane, Tatra Mountains & Thermal Baths Tour

3. From Krakow: Zakopane, Tatra Mountains & Thermal Baths Tour

Get back to nature on a day trip to the Tatra Mountains. Discover the ski resort village of Zakopane, soak in the thermal baths of the village of Chochołów, and ride the cable car to Gubałówka mountain. Following pickup from your hotel in Krakow, journey into the Tatra Mountains to experience the pristine nature of the highest mountain range in Poland. Get breathtaking views of the Tatra Mountains on the way to Krupowki Street, Zakopane's commercial heart with lots of shops and restaurants serving local cuisine. Ride the cable car to take in breathtaking views. Then, explore the village of Chochołów. See the old-fashioned wooden houses as you walk through the village. Visit a Bacówka (Shepard's hut) to sample some salty oscypek cheese. Peruse local art at a unique folk sculpture studio. Go for a dip in the warm soothing waters of the Chochołów thermal baths. Let water that is straight from Wysoki Wierch mountain relieve your tension and refresh you. Take in mountain views as you soak in the water.

From Krakow: Slovakia Treetop Walk, Zakopane & Thermal Spa

4. From Krakow: Slovakia Treetop Walk, Zakopane & Thermal Spa

Discover the beauty of the Pieniny National Park on this day trip from Krakow. Marvel at stunning views as you stroll with a bird's-eye-view on the Bachledka Treetop Trail.  Be picked up from your Krakow hotel in a climate controlled bus. Relax on the drive through the Polish countryside on the way to the Bachledova Valley in Slovakia. Stop at the start of the 1234-meter long Bachledka Treetop Trail. Walk on a trail that is 24 meters above the ground with a 32-meter high observation tower. Take in views from this position in the heart of the majestic forests of the Pieniny National Park. View the Belianske Tatras and learn about the animals and plants that are unique to the area. Purchase a nice lunch in Zakopane, then walk down Krupowki and enjoy the unique ambiance at the heart of the Tatra Mountains. Finish your day on a relaxing note and plunge into the hot springs in Chochołow Thermal Spa, before driving back to Krakow.

Krakow: Dunajec Rafting, Treetop Walk & Thermal Baths Tour

5. Krakow: Dunajec Rafting, Treetop Walk & Thermal Baths Tour

Discover the natural beauty of Slovakia's breathtaking Tatra region from the treetops. Travel from Krakow to the treetop walk in Ždiar, a folk village with distinctive architecture and culture, situated in the very north of Slovakia around 10 km from the Polish border. Enjoy a scenic walk uphill for 30-40 minutes to reach the unique treetop path, which is 18-24 meters high. Feel on top of the world on the wooden walkway, which is held up by huge pillars and stretches for over 600 meters. Reach out and feel the treetops in the Bachledova Valley forest.  Admire the breathtaking panoramic view of the Tatra Mountains. In good weather, you can see all the way to the highest peak of the Pieniny mountains, the Three Crowns Massif. Then, travel back into Poland for an exciting rafting expedition down the Dunajec River, which winds through forests and majestic mountains. Your traditional wooden raft will pass through Pieniny Gorge, with its towering cliffs and limestone formations. View the spectacular high summits of Trzy Korony (982m) and Mount Sokolica (747m), nestled in a protected national park boasting rare flora and fauna. Finally, spend 3 relaxing hours at the Chocholowska Baths, the largest thermal complex in the region. The water is extracted from a depth of nearly 3,600 meters and is full of nutrients such as sulfur, calcium, magnesium and sodium. Relax in the 8 whirlpools of thermal water with a temperature averaging 36 degrees celsius before heading back to Krakow.

From Kraków: Tatra Mountains & Zakopane Tour Packages

6. From Kraków: Tatra Mountains & Zakopane Tour Packages

Start your day with pickup from an English-speaking driver in a comfortable, air-conditioned car and head of to see beautiful Zakopane. Choose from four different tour packages and see the sights you are most looking forward to.   Package I - Tatra National Park. Hike along the Valley of Five Lakes to Morskie Oko Lake for breathtaking views. The route to Morskie Oko is an approximately 2-hour walk through an easy tourist trail, followed by 5 hours of free time in the National Park. On the way back, your driver will show you Chochołów, a still inhabited medieval village. If you wish, you can extend this option with spare time in the center of Zakopane or spend up to three hours in the thermal baths.  Package II - Cable car to Kasprowy Wierch Peak and Zakopane city center. Enjoy an excursion to one of the highest points, located centrally in the Tatra range, Kasprowy Wierch. After reaching the summit, enjoy 1.5 hours of free time and then return. Next, your driver will take you to Krupówki Street, where you will have about 2 hours of free time. On the way back, your driver will show you Chochołów. It is possible to extend the tour with up to 3 hours at the thermal baths. Package III - Funicular railway to Gubałówka Mountain and Zakopane city center. Ride the funicular railway to reach Gubałówka, where you will see a beautiful panorama of the Tatra Mountains. After returning to the city, on the way to Krupówki, visit a highlander's market full of local products. Then, visit Krupówki Street, where you will find traditional cuisine, souvenirs, and shops. On the way back, your driver will show you Chochołów. The package can be extended with a visit to the ski jump or spending up to 3 hours in the thermal baths.  Package IV - Funicular railway to Gubałówka Mountain, Zakopane city center, and Bukovina Thermal Baths. In this option, after 3 hours spent at the top of Gubałówka and on Krupówki Street, you will visit the Bukovina Thermal Baths, offering indoor and outdoor thermal waters, sports pools, slides, jacuzzis, saunas, and a restaurant.

From Krakow: Zakopane and the Tatra Mountains

7. From Krakow: Zakopane and the Tatra Mountains

Your day begins with pick-up from your hotel in Krakow, then a visit to the studio of a local folklore sculptor in Chochołów to admire the traditional Polish artworks and, if you're interested, buy some of the artist's works. The day will continue with an unforgettable funicular journey to the Gubałówka mountain, which stands at an impressive elevation of 1126m. Here, enjoy spectacular views of the Polish countryside. After a hike through the mountain peaks, head down to the charming town of Zakopane and walk along Krupówki street, which runs through the town’s center. Here, have a leisurely lunch break and enjoy one of the local delicacies, a traditional smoked cheese dish called Oscypek. After lunch, visit the monumental cemetery of Pęksowy Brzyzk, as well as The Tatra Mountains Museum and the museum of Zakopane Style of Architectural at Willa Koliba. You'll also get to see the Jaszczurówka Chapel, a classical example of Zakopane architecture. As the trip nears its end, your group will head back to Krakow, where you will be dropped off at a place of your preference.

From Kraków: Slovakia Treetop Walk and Thermal Baths

8. From Kraków: Slovakia Treetop Walk and Thermal Baths

Discover the natural beauty of Slovakia's breathtaking Tatra region from the treetops, before relaxing in the luxurious thermal baths of Chochołów. Travel from Krakow to the treetop walk in Ždiar, a folk village with distinctive architecture and culture, situated in the very north of Slovakia around 10 kilometres from the Polish border. Enjoy a scenic walk up-hill for 30 to 40 minutes to reach the unique treetop path, which is 18 to 24 meters high and is surrounded by magnificent tree crowns. Feel on top of the world on the wooden pavement, which is held up by huge pillars and stretches over 600 meters. Reach out and feel the treetops as you find yourself in the heart of the forests of Bachledova Valley. Indulge your senses in a breathtaking panoramic view of the Tatra Mountains and Pieniny National Park. With fair weather, gaze out over the highest peak of the Pieniny mountains in the distance: the iconic Three Crowns Massif.  This tour is perfect for families, nature lovers and mountain lovers alike. For the adrenalin hunters, there are special fragments of the route with obstacles, which can  also be omitted. For the ecologists, learn about rare local wildlife by reading educational plaques. Walk at a leisurely pace to the 32 meters-high observation platform situated on the border of Pieniny National Park and Tatras National Park. Observe the majestic natural world below. When you have finished, feel a rush of adrenalin as you slide down a 60-metre slide straight to ground level, or walk at your own pace back down the hill. Then, travel to Thermal Baths, the largest thermal complex in Podhale. Bathe in its therapeutic water, which is extracted from a depth of nearly 3,600 meters and emits beneficial micronutrients. Relax in the warmth of eight thermal whirlpools. Dip into the brine bath or outdoor swimming pools, all with a temperature of 36°C. Enjoy fun activities in the outdoor pools; from the Wild River to water basketball and volleyball, from massage jets to waterfalls and geysers. Ride down inflatable and pontoon slides. There is also a steam bath suitable for children. Relax in the regular steam sauna, or try out the salt cave and 'Textile' dry sauna. Observe the surrounding landscape from the beautiful Highlander Cottage Sauna observation deck. Revitalize your energy in the cooling pool on the terrace. You can also indulge in the restaurant during your visit.

Kraków: Zakopane Full Day Tour

9. Kraków: Zakopane Full Day Tour

Visit Chocholow Traditional Wooden Village and sculptor hut with magical highlanders architecture. Visit Zakopane , lovely city located in the heavens of the Polish Tatra Mountains. On your journey here you’ll be able to spend a day exploring the wonders of these mountains. On your way you’ll visit the heart of Zakopane and it’s most famous street – Krupowki, where you can fully feel the atmosphere of the Polish mountains. Taste Polish traditional cheese " oscypek " , grilled by yourself in Scheepard Hut.

From Krakow: Treetop Walk in Slovakia and Thermal Baths Tour

10. From Krakow: Treetop Walk in Slovakia and Thermal Baths Tour

Walk along with the heart of the majestic forests of the Pieniny National Park, just a few hours outside of Krakow. Be picked up and dropped off at your hotel in Krakow before and after enjoying a day out of the city. See the mountain ranges in north-central Slovakia, and enjoy a plunge in a thermal bath. After pick-up at your Krakow hotel, you will be driven to the Bachledova Valley in Slovakia to walk the 4,049-foot long Bachledka Treetop Trail. Situated up to 79 feet above the ground, you can even climb the 105 foot high observation tower for a panoramic view. See the Belianske Tatras, one of the famous mountain ranges in Slovakia that are nestled within the Inner Western Carpathian mountains. Learn from your guide about the animals and plants that live in the area and help make the landscape unique. Continue to Chochołow Thermal Spa, which offers thermal pools, slides, a gym and restaurant, and spa services. Relax and enjoy inclusive entry to the Spa before heading back to your hotel in Krakow.

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3.5 / 5

based on 10 reviews

we have just came back from a wonderful trip to zacopane on a spectacular day, from the start we met Cuba a well mannered softly spoken young man who was very informative and attentive. we were picked up from our hotel at 8am and taken to a pretty village where Cuba gave us lots of information then to a cheese smokery to taste delicious polish cheese and vodka!! then off to Zacopane a pretty town with views to die for stopped for a wander and lunch then up the vehicular rail to the best views of the Tatra mountains a wee prosecco then off to the thermal spa, a great experience which left us so tired we had a wee nap on the way back to Krakow, a thoroughly enjoyable day with only 4 other dear visitors who were all lovely. very good value for money too.

Amazing experience! I highly recommend this trip if you are visiting Krakow. Kuba our guide was great! He was always with a good humour, super friendly and very helpful. We really loved the cheese tasting and the thermal baths were a very nice way to finish the trip.

The van was a bit cramped with 8 of us. But the trip and stops were amazing. It was definitely worth it and I would do it again. Our driver was good, but at each stop he smoked and I am allergic to smoke so it was a bit tough, as I was in the middle up front!

We would have preferred more time in Zakopane and less time in the baths. 3 hours is too much time in the baths we would of preferred 3 hours in Zakopane

Driver was very sweet and enthusiastic throughout the journey. Trip was relaxing and the view was breathtaking. Was worth the money in my opinion:)