CHOCHOLOW (CHOCHOLOW)

Embark on an unforgettable journey to Zakopane and immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the Tatra Mountains. This adventure is more than just a scenic escapade – it's a full-blown experience filled with hot spring pools, exhilarating water slides, a captivating ride on the Mt. Gubałówka funicular, a leisurely stroll along the vibrant Krupowki Street, and a delectable tasting of local cheese and vodka in the charming village of Chocholow. Poland's villages and mountains Your adventure kicks off with a convenient hotel pick-up, setting the stage for an exploration that goes beyond the ordinary. Our first stop is Chochołów, a gem nestled in Southern Poland, boasting the oldest houses still inhabited by locals. Here, delve into the village's rich history, capturing picture-perfect moments that will linger in your memory. As you venture into Zakopane, your guide will demystify the funicular car and furnish you with all the essential tickets, sparing you from tedious ticket office queues. Once in Zakopane, the city becomes your playground, allowing you to craft your own experience. Whether you're relishing local spices, leisurely strolling amidst stunning mountain vistas, or securing souvenirs, Zakopane caters to all preferences. A warm relaxation session The climax of your adventure awaits at the expansive thermal pools in Chochołów, among Poland's largest of its kind. Beyond the sheer enjoyment, these pools boast health-enhancing properties that uplift both the skin and overall well-being. The waters of the pool come from nearly 3600 meters beneath the ground level and are enriched with beneficial micronutrients such as magnesium, calcium, sulfur, and sodium. These tickets grant access to all zones (excluding the sauna), ensuring an inclusive experience for all.

Discover the charming towns of Chocholow and Zakopane, and the Chocholow Thermal Baths on a guided tour from Krakow. Admire the fantastic views of the Tatra Mountains, and taste some local products.

Visit Chocholow Thermal Baths, and relax in hot mineral water.

The lavish Chocholowska Bathhouse is the largest thermal complex in Podhale. Your 3-hr revitalizing journey begins with a convenient pick-up from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle. You make your way to the site where the therapeutic waters are extracted from a depth of 3,600m & are infused with micronutrients such as sulfur, calcium, magnesium & sodium. You’ll don your swimsuits and get exploring the 30 pool areas, saunas, and certainly the jacuzzi. You can take your pick for the place surely has something for everyone. Book a morning tour to bask in the sunlight while relaxing in the warm waters, or get an evening ticket to relieve your stress as you take a dip in the thermal baths. What’s In Store? For sports enthusiasts, there are dedicated pools where one can shoot hoops from the water or play volleyball on a sandy beach within the complex! There is also a gym on-site. Enjoy an artificial wave, water jets or simply relax in a dry textile sauna or the Salt Cave. You can choose from a classic dry sauna, a bio sauna with juniper, a “Góralska Chata” (the Highlander Hut), an infrared sauna & a glass Finnish sauna on the terrace with an incredible view of the Tatra Mountains. Grab your towels and be sure to visit the aromatic steam baths for full rejuvenation. Thrill seekers can rejoice at the water slides. There is also a separate section for kids. So your little ones can have their own fun with a family slide zone, a steam room, especially for children, an Aquarium playroom, water attractions & much more. Itinerary Morning Tour Pick up between 8:30am & 9am 2-hr transport; arrive at the thermal baths at around 11am (depending on the traffic to Zakopane) 3.5hrs at Chocholow Thermal Baths (3hr at the baths, 2x15-min for changing) Return to Krakow at 3:30pm, transfer approx 2hr Evening Tour Pick up between 4pm & 4:30pm 2-hr transport; arrival at the thermal baths at around 6:30pm (depending on the traffic to Zakopane) 3.5hrs at Chocholow Thermal Baths ( 3hr at the baths, 2x15min for changing) Return to Krakow at 10:30pm, transfer approx 2hr

Spend a relaxing day at the Chocholow Thermal Baths’ Saunarium. Designed by sauna enthusiasts, this Saunarium will help you achieve all your self-care goals. The varied range of saunas here will certainly have a positive impact on your health and your mood. Here’s a more detailed description of the saunas available here: Panorama Sauna: Admire the panoramic view of the Tatra Mountains as you enjoy this Panorama Sauna to relax all your senses. Dry Sauna: This uses dry heat and low humidity to soothe and relax you plus helps cleanse the body of toxins. Bio Juniper Sauna: A divine feeling of relaxation with the combined benefits of dry sauna bathing and its beneficial effect on the digestive system. Infrared Sauna: A gentler and simpler form of sauna that helps in the regeneration and cleansing of the body. Steam Bathhouses, the Salt Chamber, and the Salt Cave While the saunas use dry heat, the steam bathhouses filled with moist heat within the Saunarium, also avail you of the most tempting offer to cleanse your skin, lower your blood pressure, improve circulation, and most importantly attain relaxation. After this, cool off in the external and internal cold water trough, cooling barrel, icefall, jacuzzi pool, or barrel with sulfide water. For an extended resting period post the sauna cycle, you are free to enter the salt chamber, a room entirely made of salt blocks that have been medically proven to remove irritants such as allergens and toxins from the respiratory system. You can also enter the salt cave, another resting area that has a water cascade to help you achieve a state of relaxation followed by relishing delicious and healthy meals at the Sauna Bar. If you feel like 3 hours isn’t enough to delve into all these, then just upgrade your ticket to full-day access for a better experience.

Break free from the daily hustle and head to the Chocholow Thermal Baths to heal your body and mind with energizing nutrient-infused waters. The bathhouse has something for everyone. You can take a leisurely dip in the pools at the swimming area with geysers and hydromassage stands along with exciting attractions. One seeking an active blend to this calming day can indulge in a lovely game of volleyball or water basketball or have some splashing fun with 3 tube slides in the outdoor area. Jacuzzis Take it slow at the indoor thermal pools with 7 relaxing small jacuzzi pools, a large one, and one brine jacuzzi with medicinal benefits. Brine baths boost mood and calm you down while increasing blood circulation. Healing Zone The healing zone aims to provide thermal baths with raw, sulfuric thermal water at 36 °C and a thermal pool with iodized brine water at 32 °C for a pleasant therapeutic experience. Sulfur water and brine iodized baths are known to revitalize the skin, improve circulation and help with joints. They also promote the healing for atherosclerosis, diabetes, and rheumatic problems, so heal away! Saunarium What’s more rejuvenating than a steamy sauna that detoxifies your body and helps release tension along with the amazing benefits to the skin? At the saunarium, the largest in Podhale, you can select from a wide array of sauna experiences. Choose from the Finnish sauna with a stunning view of the Tatra Mountains, the Highlander’s Cottage on the terrace, the Bio juniper sauna with benefits to the digestive system, the infrared sauna for weight loss and so much more!