Poland family holiday, tailormade
| country: | Poland |
| departures: | This trip can be tailormade at a time to suit you (best time to go is May to October) and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary |
| price: | From £295 (7 days) per adult and £150 per child excluding flights, based on family of 2 adults and 2 children. Price depends on number of people travelling. No minimum age |
the amazing things you'll be doing
The Tatras are ideal for family holidays. Due to their exquisite natural scenery, the Tatras offer many possibilities to enjoy moments of relaxation, entertainment and physical exertion in the fresh air.
Zakopane, the hearth of Tatra Mountains, has many attractions for youth and children; it offers for example cable-car to Gubalówka or Kasprowy Wierch, hiking, wooden churches and a market selling handmade toys and other handicrafts.
At mealtimes, many restaurants feature such picky-eater fare as dumplings and apple cakes, served by waiters in traditional dress.
The magic atmosphere of the smallest alpine mountains in Europe will refresh you and your family and invigorate you with the optimism and energy you need to overcome the demanding days ahead. The sunrises and sunsets in the Tatra Mountains are famous for their outstanding beauty and all those who are fond of photography will be impressed by sudden and unexpected weather changes accompanying atmospheric phenomena.
Amateurs of trekking will quickly take to an endless variety of local trails, some of which date back to the interwar period when trekking was in vogue in Poland. The mountainous climate will surely sharpen your appetite so that you can enjoy delicious local barbecue dishes. There is a special barbecue roofed outdoor area within the property.
Accommodation is in fully equipped chalets. Although traditional-looking, these stylish huts situated up on a hill are surprisingly modern inside and were built according to local tradition craft. In every chalet there are double and triple bedrooms, kitchen and two bathrooms. There is a terrace from which you will be able to marvel at the scenic, monumental and overwhelming landscape.
There is no age restriction for the guesthouse and our programme is not challenging. Older children are welcome, as long as they are able to walk the route. A lot of people carry their child in special carriers - they are perfect for hiking with the little one.
Zakopane, the hearth of Tatra Mountains, has many attractions for youth and children; it offers for example cable-car to Gubalówka or Kasprowy Wierch, hiking, wooden churches and a market selling handmade toys and other handicrafts.
At mealtimes, many restaurants feature such picky-eater fare as dumplings and apple cakes, served by waiters in traditional dress.
The magic atmosphere of the smallest alpine mountains in Europe will refresh you and your family and invigorate you with the optimism and energy you need to overcome the demanding days ahead. The sunrises and sunsets in the Tatra Mountains are famous for their outstanding beauty and all those who are fond of photography will be impressed by sudden and unexpected weather changes accompanying atmospheric phenomena.
Amateurs of trekking will quickly take to an endless variety of local trails, some of which date back to the interwar period when trekking was in vogue in Poland. The mountainous climate will surely sharpen your appetite so that you can enjoy delicious local barbecue dishes. There is a special barbecue roofed outdoor area within the property.
Accommodation is in fully equipped chalets. Although traditional-looking, these stylish huts situated up on a hill are surprisingly modern inside and were built according to local tradition craft. In every chalet there are double and triple bedrooms, kitchen and two bathrooms. There is a terrace from which you will be able to marvel at the scenic, monumental and overwhelming landscape.
There is no age restriction for the guesthouse and our programme is not challenging. Older children are welcome, as long as they are able to walk the route. A lot of people carry their child in special carriers - they are perfect for hiking with the little one.
day-by-day itinerary
| Day 1: | Arrival at Balice Airport, Cracow. Transfer to your accommodation. |
| Day 2: | Orientation day. A trip to the Valley of Koscieliska. Wandering in the woods and observing the wildlife. |
| Day 3: | A trip to the city of Zakopane, a popular winter resort. In programme: the church and cemetery of Peksowy Brzyzek, the Museum of the Tatra Mountains exhibiting nature and culture of the region, Krupowki Street the high street of Zakopane, one of the most famous in Poland with tens of restaurants, bars, pubs and shops. |
| Day 4: | Trekking along mountain trails. |
| Day 5: | One day excursion to Morskie Oko Lake, one of the most captivating and magic spots of Poland, many a painter have found artistic inspiration here. The panorama of the lake and neighboring mountains from its terrace is simply bewitching. The deep blue waters of Morskie Oko reflect tall Arolla pines, which you can approach by walking a lakeside path. It is a must-see place. |
| Day 6: | A trip by cable-railway to the top of Gubalowka Mountain, from which you will enjoy the moving panoramic view of Zakopane. |
| Day 7: | Transfer to Balice Airport, Cracow. Departure. |
travelling with a local operator
This holiday is operated by a company based in the holiday destination and they will be able to provide expert local knowledge. They will be able to tailor make your holiday to suit your requirements not only concerning the dates of travel but also typically the standard of accommodation, and thus price. It is rare for local operators to be able to help with the booking of your flights.how this holiday makes a difference
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Our aim is to offer holidays for those who wish to discover the real Polish countryside, culture, history, landscape and natural world. The idea being that you will visit as guests rather than as tourists.
We recommend this place particularly to those who search for isolation, silence and for all those who look for high accommodation standards whilst having the desire to relax in the bossom of nature amidst nature untouched by pollution, away from noisy congested roads and streets. It is a place warmly recommended for people with children. We use local transport as much as possible (small charter bus), not a large coach, thus reducing our impact on the environment. Many tourists in Zakopane take a horse-drawn cart, a large number of which are operated by the local Górale inhabitants. A visit around the Zakopane centre by horse cart is very popular. The horse-drawn cart can take also to the lake Morskie Oko. Our tour leaders are trained by us in the importance of responsible tourism with guidance given on how they can make a difference. In addition all local guides used are considered friends rather than 'business contacts'. Traditional highlanders cuisine is famous for its simplicity and special tastes. Many restaurants in central Poland are reaching out for recipies origining from Podhale regions. But only here, in Tatra Mountains, you can try the original taste in typical interiors with live music and a fireplace. There is a lot of typical inns in this area which serve traditional local dishes like cabbage soup (kwasnica), goat or sheep cheese and all kind of dumplings; bukta, haluski, tarciochy, moskole, karpiele. All these dishes present a special charakter of local cuisine.  You can choose from many popular trips, or combine several trails to brew your own unique travel experience. You will see here green vales, clear mountain lakes, far-off cascades, sheer cliffs, rocky and icy peaks - an assortment of natural wonders. Characterized by its alpine peaks and thick forests, the Tatra National Park is home to Poland's highest peak, post glacial depressions, and the abode for various flora and fauna like brown bears, falcons and marmots. If you feel like spending a family holidays in an extraordinary environment, surrounded by picturesque mountains, this is the place for you. |
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