Zakopane Highlights & Tatra Mountains: A Private Day Trip from Kraków

Discover the beauty and character of the Tatra Mountains on a private day trip from Kraków to Zakopane. This tour combines spectacular mountain views, traditional Podhale culture and the highlights of Zakopane — all in one day, with a local guide. Enjoy panoramic views from a scenic viewpoint, visit the charming wooden Chapel in Jaszczurówka and explore Zakopane’s famous ski jumping hill, including a ride up to the take-off area. Stroll along Krupówki, discover the historic Pęksowy Brzyzek cemetery and admire the wooden church in Krzeptówki. The day also includes a ride up and down Gubałówka, offering one of the best views of the Tatras, and a stop at a traditional shepherd’s hut in Witów to taste oscypek, the famous smoked sheep’s cheese. Want to spend more time in nature? Hiking in the Tatras or a relaxing visit to Chochołowskie thermal baths can be added to your trip.

Kraków → Zakopane Pick-up in Kraków and a scenic drive towards the Tatra Mountains. Scenic viewpoint Our first stop after approximately 1.5 hours of driving, with beautiful mountain views. Jaszczurówka Chapel Visit one of the most characteristic examples of traditional Zakopane-style architecture. Ski Jumping Hill See Zakopane’s famous ski jumping venue and take the lift up to the take-off area. Krupówki Free time to explore the lively main street and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Pęksowy Brzyzek Cemetery Discover this historic cemetery and its unique wooden and stone tombs. Gubałówka Take the funicular up and down for spectacular panoramic views of Zakopane and the Tatras. Krzeptówki Church Visit the beautiful wooden church built in traditional Podhale style. Witów – oscypek tasting Finish the day at a traditional bacówka and taste freshly prepared oscypek. Optional: hiking in the Tatras or a visit to Chochołowskie Thermal Baths can be arranged instead or added, depending on your preferences.