About this trip
A week and a bit walking through southern Poland's mountains, from the sharp peaks of the Tatras to the quieter, wilder Babia Gora National Park in the Outer Carpathians. Expect proper trekking days broken up with time in mountain villages where Highlander customs are still part of daily life.
The trip opens in Kraków, giving you a day among the Gothic buildings and market-square bustle of the old town before heading into the hills. From there it's glacial lakes, alpine valleys, and cliff-edge paths, with the Dunajec Gorge and its UNESCO listing among the standout stretches.
What you'll do
- Explore Kraków's medieval old town and market square
- Trek to the Valley of the Five Polish Lakes in the Tatra Mountains
- Walk the Pieniny Way along the cliffs above the Dunajec Gorge
- Hike through Babia Gora National Park in the Outer Carpathians
- Pass through mountain villages shaped by Highlander traditions
- Moderate-paced hiking trip with several full mountain trekking days
- Fully guided throughout in a small group
- Suits people comfortable with sustained walking over uneven mountain terrain
Worth it if you're after proper mountain hiking with varied terrain and cracking guides. Think twice if you need guaranteed high-altitude walks—weather and maintenance closures can force route changes.
- Guides are genuinely excellent—knowledgeable on history, culture, food, and walking expertise in equal measure.
- Three mountain ranges, spring flowers, gorge views, and a relaxing raft trip deliver real variety in eight days.
- Weather and path renovations force route changes; high Tatras extensions cancelled due to thunderstorm risk.
- Walk lengths and difficulty are well-pitched for mixed-ability groups across different terrain types.
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Departing in Sep is cheapest — from £1,270, about 28% below the priciest month (Jul).
Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Krakow · 4 Sept – 5 Sept
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