John Paul II Kraków-Balice International Airport 1 hr 48
High Tatras (1 hr 31) Sprawling mountain chain with dozens of scenic peaks, alpine lakes & a variety of hiking trails. Giewont (33 min) Popular with hikers, this mountain massif in Tatra National Park features 3 peaks & marked trails. Gubałówka (41 min) Majestic mountain offering hiking trails & a cablecar to the top, with panoramic views of the area. Niedzica Castle (39 min) 14th century Gothic castle built on an outcrop overlooking Lake Czorsztyn & iconic symbol of Poland. Gerlachovský štít (1 hr 31) The tallest High Tatras mountain range peak rising 8,709 feet over a glacial valley. Lomnický štít (1 hr 18) Snow-capped mountain range peak reaching 8,642-feet with an observatory built in 1940 & cable cars. The Great Krokiew (28 min) Ski-jumping stadium within a sheltered forest setting, with a capacity of 40,000 spectators. Nosal (26 min) Rising 1,206 m. above sea level, this forested mountain offers skiing, hang-gliding & paragliding. Ski resort Kotelnica Białczańska (17 min) Popular ski resort offering many downhill & cross-country trails, a snowboard park & eateries. Tatra National Park, Poland (27 min) Expansive, mountainous national park with lakes, caves, wildlife & miles of scenic hiking trails. Popradské pleso (1 hr 3) Surrounded by woods & mountains, this picturesque lake also features trails, a lodge & restaurant. Belianske Tatras (19 min) Alpine range with a peak elevation of 2,152 m. offering overnight accommodations in its foothills. Skalnaté Pleso (1 hr) Mountain tarn at 5,745 ft. served by cable car, with food & gift outlets & a scientific observatory. Zakopane - Kasprowy Wierch (27 min) Skiing, ski resort, and winter sports Dolina Gąsienicowa (25 min) Picturesque valley for hiking amid pine trees, meadowland & a dramatic mountain backdrop. |