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The Luthier's Touch: Zakopane Craft & Cuisine Day Trip

The Luthier's Touch: Zakopane Craft & Cuisine Day Trip

Car Tour (driving guide)

Joined 2025

Simon K.

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Krakow

English, Polish (Native), Spanish

8 hours

Private tour (only you and Simon K.)

Up to 7 people

Step into the artistic heart of Zakopane with a day trip designed for true explorers. This all-inclusive, immersive experience begins right at your doorstep, taking you from the awe-inspiring Tatra Mountains into the world of a master luthier, blending hands-on craft, mountain flavors, and panoramic vistas—all in comfort and style.

Itinerary

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08:00 AM

Meeting Point

Kraków

- We'll pick you up directly from your Krakow hotel in a premium minivan.

10:00 AM

A Master's Workshop

Spend two immersive hours in the private atelier of a Zakopane luthier. Touch the tools, understand the woods, and discover the centuries-old secrets of violin making. This is a hands-on session where you'll even learn to play a few notes.

12:30 AM

Stroll down the famous Krupówki Street

Then, immerse yourself in the vibrant heart of Zakopane with a short stroll down the famous Krupówki Street. This is the perfect opportunity to soak up the town's unique atmosphere, pop into one of the many traditional shepherd's huts ("bacówka") to sample authentic Oscypek cheese or other highland delicacies, and browse for souvenirs.

01:00 AM

The cable car ascent to Gubałówka Hill.

Next awaits the scenic highlight of the day: the cable car ascent to Gubałówka Hill. This short but magical journey will carry us high above the rooftops of Zakopane. As the cabin glides upwards, a breathtaking, expansive panorama of the Tatra Mountains will unfold before your eyes – from Świnica to the Black Walls. It's a moment to capture phenomenal photos and truly feel the scale of the mountain landscape. At the summit, along the pedestrian promenade, another feast awaits – this time for your palate, right in the heart of this unforgettable scenery.

02:00 AM

A Feast with a View

Delight in a traditional highlander feast at a classic mountain inn on Gubałówka Hill. Enjoy a curated multi-course meal with local specialties, accompanied by the stunning panorama of the Tatras.

04:00 PM

Journey back to Krakow

After the feast, we will descend via the same scenic cable car, which will now reveal a completely different, yet equally beautiful, perspective of the Zakopane valley below. Then, we will board our waiting minivan and relax in full comfort on the journey back to Krakow, with a convenient drop-off right at your hotel's address. It will be a moment to quietly reflect on the unforgettable experiences of a day spent in the heart of the Polish highlands.

Ending Point

Kraków

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

* Private, comfortable minivan transport throughout the entire trip.

* Gasoline fee

* Toll fee

* Hotel pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Krakow.

* The full-day services of your expert guide and translator.

* A unique 2-hour violin-making workshop with a master luthier.

* Cable car tickets for the ascent and descent of Gubałówka Hill.

* A traditional, multi-course highlander meal at a restaurant with panoramic mountain views.

* All taxes, fees, and handling charges.

What‘s not included

* Any additional food or drinks outside the included meal.

* Personal expenses such as souvenirs, snacks during the Krupówki stroll, or gratuities (optional).

Tour Important Information

* All-Inclusive Package: The price covers the master luthier workshop, cable car tickets, the traditional highlander meal, private minivan transport with hotel pickup and drop-off in Krakow, and the full-day services of your expert guide.

* What to Wear & Bring: The tour involves walking. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for the mountain weather, which can change quickly. You may want to bring a camera and a small bottle of water.

* Dietary Restrictions: Please inform us of any food allergies or dietary restrictions at the time of booking so we can arrange alternatives with the restaurant.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2025

Simon K.

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About Tour Guide Simon K.

Hey everyone!

I grew up in Kraków, and this amazing city still surprises me almost every day.

So, what’s the most unique thing about it?

I’d say it’s the versatility. Kraków isn’t just history, with its incredible monuments and museums. It isn’t only about culture, with its great theaters, street music, and local bands. And it’s not only about the good food (let’s be honest—it’s very, very good).

It’s more than that. It’s the feeling you get when you experience all of it together.

If you’re interested in discovering what Kraków is really about—I’d be happy to show you.

Let’s stay in touch!