Discover Slovakia’s High Tatras on this 8-day winter family holiday. Explore snowy forests, mountain peaks, and peaceful alpine scenery.
Visit charming villages like Štrbské Pleso and Tatranská Lomnica. Enjoy a mix of nature, local culture, and gentle adventure each day.
Walk to frozen waterfalls, try snowshoeing and dog sledding, then relax together in warm thermal pools.
Stay in a cozy mountain hotel and wake up to magical views. Make unforgettable memories in a snowy wonderland.
Transfer to the High Tatras
Meet us at Kraków Airport for a smooth transfer to your hotel in Smokovec, a cosy village in the High Tatras.
Day one is for arrivals — settle in, relax, and get ready. The adventure starts on the morning of day two with your guide and group.
Meals included: None
Overnight: Smokovec
Hike to a Frozen Waterfall
Take the Tatra tram to Štrbské Pleso, passing charming alpine villages along the way. From the lake, begin your winter hike.
Follow a scenic trail to Skok Waterfall — frozen in ice and surrounded by snowy peaks. It’s an easy-to-moderate route, great for families.
Keep your eyes peeled for Tatra chamois in the wild. Enjoy a peaceful picnic before returning to Štrbské Pleso and riding the tram back.
Walking: 4 hrs, 10 km / 6.2 mi, 406 m up/down
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Smokovec
Try dog sledding and unwind in thermal pools
Head to open meadows for a thrilling dog sled ride with a professional musher. Kids love this one — and adults do too!
Afterwards, enjoy lunch in a cozy mountain cottage before soaking in the warm outdoor pools at Bešeňová Aqua Park.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Smokovec
Follow a smuggler’s path with mountain views
Explore a scenic ridge trail once used by smugglers, with snowshoes on your feet and breathtaking views all around.
We’ll hike through Bachledova Valley with panoramas of the Belianske Tatras, the Pieniny National Park, and the traditional Goral village of Ždiar. A peaceful and fun day outdoors!
Walking: 5 hours, 10km/6,2mi, 285m up, 407m down
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight: Smokovec
Cable car to ice sculptures, mountain huts & Goral culture
Take the cable car to Hrebienok to see stunning ice sculptures at the Tatra Ice Dome. Enjoy a gentle winter walk to Rainerova Hut, the oldest in the Tatras. Then head to Ždiar for fun downhill sledding and visit an open-air museum celebrating Goral traditions.
Walking: 1.5 hrs, 2.8 km / 1.8 mi, 73 m up, 73 m down
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight: Smokovec
Enjoy the slopes of Tatranská Lomnica
Gear up at a local rental shop with skis or a snowboard—your choice. Then, head to the ski lifts with your guide’s help to buy a ski pass (not included).
Spend the day enjoying sunny slopes that are suitable for both beginners and experienced skiers. A perfect family-friendly introduction to Tatra skiing!
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight: Smokovec
Choose your family’s perfect winter activity
Ski, hike to a cozy hut, or try cross-country skiing at Štrbské Pleso. You can also enjoy a horse-drawn sleigh ride or visit Belianska Cave.
Relax at AquaCity Poprad or explore Levoča’s historic charm. Your guide will help plan the best option for your family’s pace and interests.
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight: Smokovec
Transfer to the airport
Enjoy a smooth transfer back to the airport after a week of snowy adventures. We hope you leave with great memories!
Meals included: None
Guided Adventure with a Local Expert
Join one of our scheduled departures and explore Slovakia with a small group of like-minded travellers.
Want a Private Trip?
If these dates don’t suit your plans — or you’d prefer a private tour for your family or friends — just let us know. We’re happy to customise something special for you.
Guaranteed
to Saturday 3rd January 2026
Guaranteed to run — go ahead and book your flights with confidence!
Airport transfers included.
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to Saturday 14th February 2026
Guaranteed to run — go ahead and book your flights with confidence!
Airport transfers included.
Guaranteed
to Saturday 21st February 2026
Guaranteed to run — go ahead and book your flights with confidence!
Airport transfers included.
Start
Kraków Airport
Ends
Kraków Airport
Transfers
We offer shared airport transfers on Saturdays, with two convenient departure times from Kraków Airport (KRK) and the Tatras. These shared transfers are included in your holiday price, so no need to book anything extra.
Arrival Day (Day 1)
Kraków Airport → Tatras (150 km / 2,5 hours)
Departure Day (Day 8)
Tatras → Kraków Airport (150 km / 2,5 hours)
Optional
Private Transfers from/to Kraków (Optional)
We also offer private door-to-door transfers at your preferred time — perfect if your flight doesn’t match the shared schedule. Available for an extra fee.
Flying into Poprad-Tatry Airport
A few flights from the UK land directly at Poprad-Tatry Airport—right in the foothills of the High Tatras. It's just a short 20-minute drive to your hotel, and we'll be happy to arrange a private transfer for you.
Need help deciding? Just ask — we’re happy to help you choose!
7 Nights Stay
Cosy, family-friendly 3-star hotel
Meals
7 breakfasts
Activities
All listed adventures included—no extra costs!
Transfers
Airport transfers and all local transport covered
Local Guide
Friendly English-speaking guide
Travel insurance
Flights
Anything not mentioned in the itinerary
Single room supplement: 140 EUR
During this trip you will stay at a comfortable 3-star hotel.
Smokovec: Hotel Villa Siesta (or similar)
Special Dietary Needs
We want everyone to enjoy great meals—no matter their diet.
Gluten-free? Vegetarian? Allergies? Let us know in advance.
We’ll work with hotels and restaurants to offer tasty options that meet your needs, so you can relax and enjoy every bite.
If you need to arrive or leave on a different date, please contact us and we’d be more than happy to arrange extra pre or post tour accommodation for you.
Essentials for a Safe Journey
We recommend you pack as light as possible, with suitcases or backpacks that are easy to lift and carry. A daypack for activities is also useful. Below you will find a recommended packing list. It is by no means exhaustive, so if you’re in any doubt, please contact us.
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1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
All of it!! Loved the thermal pools, the stunning hikes, the food, the skiing! Our guide Jan was fantastic and really took excellent care of us, going above and beyond!
2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Be prepared for some long hikes, and very cold weather!! Hand warmers recommended!! However Jan would have tailored the trip differently if we had not coped well with the level of difficulty. The kids felt so proud of themselves!
3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
We certainly enjoyed lots of local restaurants, used local facilities and learned about Slovakian culture.
4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
One of our very BEST! Will definitely return to Slovakia.
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We had an amazing time on our Slovakia High Tatras trip with our two daughters, aged 7 & 9. From the start, Petr was responsive and flexible, adjusting the price when we chose our own accommodation. Gabo, our driver, was always on time, safe, and friendly. Our guide, Andy, was fantastic with our girls and made each day enjoyable and informative. A highlight was hiking to a frozen waterfall, making us feel like real mountain climbers! Despite covid restrictions, Andy found alternative activities—even taking us to Poland for more options. Thank you, Andy and Gabo, for making this trip unforgettable!
We had a fantastic holiday, feeling refreshed with plenty of exercise, fresh air, and a lovely group. Activities were fun, varied, and great for kids and adults, with highlights like skiing, thermal pools, a winter hike to Skok waterfall, a BBQ, and sledging. Accommodation was warm and clean, though a bit cramped. Our driver was friendly and punctual, and transport was warm and reliable. Hotel breakfasts were great, and local dinners offered a true taste of the region. Andrej, our guide, was fantastic—caring, calm, and well-organized!
A wonderful winter holiday for all ages, with a great mix of activities in beautiful scenery. It was nice to meet other families and make new friends. Snowshoeing was challenging but fun, and we loved the BBQ in the woods—so welcoming! Skiing and sledging were a hit, too. Rooms were clean and comfortable, though a bit limited in relaxation space. Andrej was fantastic—helpful, fun, and great with recommendations. Breakfast was fine, with great local restaurants nearby. Strong boots and crampons are recommended for icy paths.
We all had a fantastic time and made new friends. We felt very lucky to be in the group that we had, we all got on very well. It was nice not to have too large a group.
We were very impressed with you communication prior to our holiday. Jan was an excellent guide, very friendly and was keen for us to have the best experience that we could whilst on holiday. The holiday appeared to work well as the members of the group appeared to be of similar fitness and ability (I feel that the holiday might not have gone so well if this were not the case). The activities were thoroughly enjoyed.
We really enjoyed our holiday. All the activities were lovely and despite my daughter not being fully well (had a cold throughout the week) the kids loved it. Our guide Dana was great, she really made us feel looked after. The weather was fine, albeit a bit warm for snow, but no one can help that! Thanks for all your help, and send our thanks again to Dana.
We had a fantastic holiday and loved Slovakia! Our guide Linda was brilliant and did everything to make our stay a memorable one.
Go ahead and book it! Great fun, with variety. I would recommend skiing in Strbske Pleso – I found that a very beautiful location. Of course it helped that there was lovely snow that day. Children will love the adrenalin water tubes at the thermal pools. And do have a go at being a sledge driver with the dogs! It is quite exhilarating!
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