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Kraków-Zakopane, Kasprowy Cable Car, Vodka + Cheese

Józefa Dietla 91, 31-031 Kraków, Poland

On a full-day trip from Krakow, hike through the Tatra Mountains, stroll through Zakopane, take the funicular up Gubałówka mountain, and enjoy a traditional Polish lunch! You'll also visit various museums and the monumental cemetery of Pęksowy Brzyzk.

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Duration 7h 30m

Duration supplied by the experience provider.

Language

English

Group size

1–15 travelers

Full description

Feel the magic atmosphere of the most popular winter resort in Poland. Take a spectacular hike through Poland’s Tatra Mountains and visit local folklore artists and traditional restaurants.

Enjoy one of the local delicacies, a traditional smoked cheese dish called Oscypek, and of course, the classic Polish vodka!

Kasprowy Wierch is a real cable car, a year-round cable car from Kuźnice to the summit of Kasprowy Wierch in the Tatra Mountains. It runs entirely through the Tatra National Park.

Also, check out the famous town of Zakopane with its fascinating museums and see Willa Koliba, a classical example of Zakopane architecture.

The Cemetery of Merit in Pęksowy Brzyzek in Zakopane – the first cemetery in Zakopane.

Jaszczurówka – a part of Zakopane located in its eastern part, by the Oswald Balzer, approx. 4 km from the town centre. The name comes from the spotted salamanders living in the area of the hot spring outlet, called ‘lizards’ by the highlanders.

Itinerary

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.

Cableway to Kasprowy Wierch - a year-round cableway from Kuźnice to the top of Kasprowy Wierch in the Tatra Mountains. It runs entirely through the Tatra National Park. The railway operator is Polskie Koleje Linowe S.A.

Krupówki - are a representative street in Zakopane located in the city centre. They start at the intersection with Nowotarska and go south along the more than kilometre long promenade. They are an extension of Zamoyskiego Street. Along them there are many shops, restaurants, post office and more recognizable: - Tatra Museum Dr. Tytus Chałubiński in Zakopane - Tatra Railway Station - Litwor, Gromada-Gazda and Sabała hotels - The seat of the management board of the company Polskie Koleje Linowe, Sp. z o.o. -The neo-Romanesque parish church Of the Holy Family in Krupówki Here we stop for a meal in a local restaurant.

Tatra Museum Dr Tytus Chałubiński in Zakopane - one of the oldest regional museums in Poland established by the Tatra Museum Society in 1889. The group of founders of the Museum included: Adolf Scholtze, Dr Ignacy Baranowski, Dr Władysław Florkiewicz and many other celebrities.

After lunch we will visit Villa "Koliba" - a villa in Zakopane, erected in the years 1892–1893 in the Zakopane style, designed by Stanisław Witkiewicz; the first house built in the Zakopane style; entered into the register of monuments in 1983. The name 'koliba' is a shepherd's hut in highlander dialect.

Visit the monumental cemetery of Pęksowy Brzyzek. The first Catholic cemetery where distinguished personalities of the local community were buried

The name "Jaszczurówka" comes from the spotted salamanders that used to live here, called by the highlanders "lizards".The structure of the main altar resembles a highlander's hut. On both sides of the altar, there are two colourful stained glass windows with the coats of arms of Poland and Lithuania, designed by Stanisław Witkiewicz. The chapel in Jaszczurówka is one of the most beautiful monuments of Zakopane art and style in Poland.

Back to your accommodation in Kraków. Driving from Zakopane is about 2 hours so both sides take 4 hours.

What’s included

Included

  • Transfer
  • Kasprowy Cable Car
  • Feel comfortable with private driver and car just to yours disposal
  • Local cheese Oscypek
  • Enrance fee to villa Koliba

Not included

  • Lunch

Important information

Meeting point

Józefa Dietla 91, 31-031 Kraków, Poland

Don’t forget

Not wheelchair accessible Not stroller accessible Infants must not sit on laps Not recommended for people with back problems Not recommended for pregnant travelers Pickup from your address anywhere in Kraków Comfortable shoes

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation if cancelled more than 24 hours before start. 100% charge if cancelled within 24 hours of start.

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