Carpathian High Tatras Hiking Tour | Explore Poland & Slovakia

Tour Description:

The Tatras are the highest and most alpine mountain range within the Carpathians, located in central-eastern Europe between Krakow and Budapest. Most of their area is part of the Tatras National Park, a protected territory spanning over 900 square kilometers across Poland and Slovakia. While known as a hiker’s paradise among Poles and Slovaks, the Tatras remain relatively undiscovered by the international public. This is surprising, as the Tatras have preserved their unique character: an untamed expanse of wilderness, immense uninterrupted forests, uninhabited valleys, and solitary peaks. Here, one can walk for hours without encountering roads, villages, or cars. Despite this remoteness, a well-maintained network of trails and a few serviced huts make the area accessible to those seeking adventure.

After a day filled with scenic views and pure alpine air, you’ll enjoy the entertainment, dining, shopping, and cultural opportunities that Zakopane, our base village, offers. Join us this summer to uncover the hidden treasures of the Carpathians, hiking through two countries and exploring the beauty of the Polish and Slovakian Tatras.

Tour Cost:

$6,400; single supplement: $950

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October 7 – October 18, 2025 - 11 Nights

Destinations: Zakopane, Poland and Strbske Pleso, Slovakia

Carpathian High Tatras Tours

October 7: Meet in Krakow and transfer to Zakopane by private bus
October 8-11: Hike in the Polish High Tatras
October 12: Bus to Strbske Pleso, Slovakia
October 13-16: Hike in the Slovakian Tatras
October 17: Private bus to Krakow
October 18: Transfer to airport or on to your next destination

A picturesque landscape features a lush green meadow with pine trees, a small wooden cabin, and grazing sheep. The backdrop includes a range of majestic, snow-capped mountains under a clear, blue sky—perfect for an unforgettable hiking tour.

A wooden sculpture of a man in traditional attire is mounted on the exterior of a wooden building, often admired by those on a hiking tour. The building features an arched window with a sunburst design above it and intricate woodwork along its facade and roofline.

A panoramic view of a mountainous landscape at sunrise. The sun casts a warm, golden light on the rugged peaks and rocky terrain. Small patches of snow are visible among the rocks. Perfect for a hiking tour, the clear sky shows a gradient from deep blue to orange near the horizon.

A scenic mountain landscape with a range of jagged peaks under a partly cloudy sky. A cobblestone path winds through grassy fields dotted with huts, bordered by a dense pine forest. Sunrays peek through the clouds, illuminating the serene valley, making it perfect for a hiking tour.

A serene mountain landscape at sunset. Tall conifer trees and lush greenery surround a calm lake with clear reflections of the sky and mountains. A dock with red boats is on the left, awaiting adventurous spirits returning from their hiking tour as the sky glows with vibrant colors of orange and blue.

A serene mountain landscape featuring a dark, calm lake in the foreground sets the perfect stage for an unforgettable hiking tour. Rugged, green mountains with rocky peaks rise majestically under a cloudy sky, their beauty doubled as the scenery is reflected in the tranquil waters below.

View of a mountainous landscape under a cloudy sky. The scene features rugged peaks, lush green valleys, and rocky paths. Foreground consists of a rocky trail with grass and shrubs, leading towards the distant, mist-covered mountains—perfect for an adventurous hiking tour.

A scenic view of a green grassy field with scattered rocks, bordered by a dense forest of tall trees, perfect for a hiking tour. In the background, a range of mountains can be seen under a sky partly covered with clouds. The sunlight casts a warm glow over the landscape.

A serene lake reflects a vibrant sky, surrounding mountains, and lush forests. A small red and blue boat floats on the calm water. In the background, an A-frame building is nestled among the trees, with snow-capped peaks rising behind it—a perfect spot to start a hiking tour.

A breathtaking mountain landscape at sunrise with rocky peaks, a serene lake nestled between the mountains, and a mix of autumn colors in the foreground. The rising sun casts a golden glow over the scene, creating a warm, tranquil atmosphere—perfect for an inspiring hiking tour.

A panoramic view of a mountain range with peaks dusted in snow under a clear blue sky. Below, rolling hills and a dense forest display autumn colors, transitioning to a sunlit grassy meadow in the foreground. This serene natural beauty is perfect for an unforgettable hiking tour.

Tour Highlights & Details:

Hotels:
– Krakow, Poland: Hotel Pod Rosa (5-Star)
– Zakopane, Poland: Grand Hotel Stamary (4-Star Superior)
– Strbske Pleso, Slovakia: Hotel Kempinski High Tatras (5-Star)

Highlights Zakopane and Strbske Pleso – The Tatras are located in the
Carpathian Mountains, drawing the border between Poland and Slovakia.
The highest peak in the Tatras (and the Capathian Mountains) is
Gerlachovsky štít at 2,655 meters. Lomnicky štít (2,633 meters), the third highest
peak in the Carpathian Mountains, is easily accessible from a cable-car in Slovakia.
The vast majority of peaks in the Tatras reach above 2200 meters of altitude and
are very alpine in look.

One particular feature of this mountain range is it’s climate which is heavily influenced
by its northern location (approximately on the same latitude as Paris). The tree line
sits at around 1500 meters (versus 2300 meters in the Alps), so that even a peak
that is barely above 2000 meters, looks a lot higher than it actually is.

While the higher elevations of the mountains tend to be a sequence of rugged, rocky
ridges, the lower portions of the mountains are carpeted with some of Europe’s most
beautiful fir and spruce forests, and because most valleys are unspoiled by roads,
cars or infrastructure, the impression one gets is that of a beautiful and remote place.
Still, there also are a few cable cars which facilitate access, particularly on the
Slovakian side.

Lead Guide: Shannon Harris

Tour 11: Poland and Slovakia, Carpathians