Self-Guided cycling in High Tatras: Zakopane to Poprad

Welcome to Zakopane, ´the capital´ of the Polish Tatra Mountains. On your arrival you will be met by our representative and receive your self-guided pack including; maps and detailed route information for each day of your cycling. The rest of the day is yours to explore Zakopane,  its highlights and beautiful architecture. 

Hotel – Zakopane, Poland 

After breakfast we take the cable car (and our bikes) to Gubalowka Hill for some amazing panoramic views of the High Tatras, then we enjoy mainly downhill cycling all the way to the outdoor living museum of Chocholow, exhibiting traditional Polish architecture and way of life. The majority of the houses were built during the 19th century. After lunch we continue cycling along a quiet path via Ludzmierz, well known for its miraculous statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary. We conclude today´s cycling in the typical Goral town of Nowy Targ, where we spend the night.

Breakfast / Hotel – Nowy Targ, Poland

This morning we cycle in the direction of the Bialka River, passing a number of Goral villages. In Debno we have the chance to admire one of Poland´s oldest wooden churches, dating back to the 15th century, with its beautifully preserved painted interior. We then continue, entering Pieniny National Park, where the haunted castle of Niedzica is located on the bank of the Dunajec River. We spend the night nearby.

Breakfast / Hotel – Niedzica, Poland 

Today´s cycling is one of the greatest experiences of the tour; cycling through the Dunajec gorge, following the Dunajec river with high cliffs on both sides forming the natural border between Poland and Slovakia. We have the opportunity to visit the Cerveny Klastor monastery. Any visitor will be overwhelmed by the spiritual atmosphere of this monastery, founded in the early 14th century. We then continue cycling to Stara Lubona, and to a medieval castle founded in the 12th century by the Austrian King Ondrej III. We can also appreciate the beauty of the outdoor museum, reliving the atmosphere of a medieval village in times 100 past.

Breakfast / Hotel – Stara Lubovna, Slovakia 

Today we continue cycling south-east across the stunning mountainous landscape of the Spis region to Spisske Podhradie, location of an amazing complex of UNESCO monuments, including Spisska Kapitula - the historical seat of the catholic bishop, Spissky Castle - the biggest medieval castle in Central Europe and the Church of the Holy Spirit. Admire the beauty, size and rich history of these monuments.

Breakfast / Hotel – Spisske Podhradie, Slovakia

We continue cycling west to another UNESCO site, the medieval town of Levoca, famous for its remarkably preserved city walls, medieval buildings and the biggest wooden altar in the world. Levoca and the nearby Marianska Hora Hill are among the most important pilgrimage sites, with Marianska being included within world pilgrimage sites alongside Lourdes, Mariazell, Czenstochowa and Fatima. 

Breakfast / Hotel – Levoca, Slovakia

After breakfast we cycle to Spisska Sobota, the medieval area of the much bigger Poprad, situated at the foothills of the Tatra Mountains. En-route we cycle through a small gothic village of Spissky Stvrtok, location of two significant gothic buildings. The Church of St. Ladislav and the Chapel of Zapolskych, designed by Hans Puchsbaum, the same architect who built St. Stephen's Cathedral in Vienna. We continue our ride passing through the national park of Slovak Paradise and finally arriving in Spisska Sobota. We spend the night here.  A great place to relax after 6 days of cycling is in the nearby AQUACITY Poprad, a large complex of indoor and outdoor thermal pools with healing waters and a wellness centre. 

Breakfast / Hotel – Spisska Sobota, Slovakia

After breakfast transfer to airport. Fly home.

Breakfast

Daily distance in km/miles:

Day 2.) 47 km / 29 miles 
Day 3.) 45 km / 27 miles 
Day 4.) 40 km / 24 miles 
Day 5.) 40 km / 24 miles
Day 6.) 40 km / 24 miles 
Day 7.) 50 km / 31 miles

- 7 nights accommodation in 2 and 3 star hotels
- 7 Breakfasts
- Cable car to Gubalowka
- Bike hire including: pannier, lock and spare parts
- Luggage transfers
- Maps and route information
- Local assistance

- Flights
- Helmet
- Airport transfers on days 1 and 8

During this trip we use 2 and 3 star hotels. For an extra charge we offer the option to book a single room for each night. Additional hotel nights before and after the tour are also available.

Single room supplement: 85 EUR

All hotels provide a buffet breakfast.

Normally minimum 2, maximum 16 people.

We recommend booking your flight to Poprad, Krakow or Kosice. Alternative airports include Bratislava or Vienna. Reserve your private airport transfer at the time of booking.

An entry visa is not required by citizens of EU, USA, CAN, AUS, NZ. Citizens from any other country should confirm all visa-related issues with the relevant Embassy prior to departure.

Poland: Polish Zloty

Slovakia: Euro

Prices of services and goods may vary depending on the type of establishment, but as a guide this is what you can expect to pay during this tour.  

Bread 0,85 EUR / 500 grams  
Roll 0,06 – 0,30 EUR / 1 piece
Yoghurt 0,45-0,50 EUR / 125 grams
Mineral Water 0,45 – 0,90 EUR / 1,5 litre
Fruit juice 0,60 – 1,40 EUR / 1,5 litre
Beer from 0,65 / 0,5 litre
Wine from 2,30 / 0,7 litre  
Lunch (soup + main dish from lunch menu) from 3,30 EUR     
Dinner (3 course) 5 – 10 EUR

A support vehicle with a bike trailer is used on all riding days. Depending on the group size this is a bus with up to 20 seats fitted with air-conditioning.

One professional English speaking guide and driver.

Enjoying a mountainous climate, the weather here during early spring is characterised by chilly days.  The weather can be cool and changeable during these months. 

In summer temperatures can vary greatly according to whether you are located on the sunny side of the slopes or in deep valleys.  Temperatures can reach as high as 30 degrees during the day, with occasional, yet brief storms - a good time perhaps to take shelter in one of the many wonderful places we visit on our cycle route.

September sees some of the most stable and driest weather of the year, and although average temperatures drop somewhat, daytime temperatures can still be relatively high for this time of year.  Expect cooler autumnal temperatures in late September and October.

Click on the BOOK NOW button and follow the 3 easy steps. In order to secure your places a deposit of 200 euros per person is required. Please have your debit or credit card details available. 

A confirmation of your payment will be sent to your email automatically. Alternatively we are also able to issue an invoice for direct bank transfers.  

You can also reserve your place over the phone 00421 908 021 469 or by email: sales@slovakia-explorer.com 

Feel free to contact us if you still have any questions or concerns. We are here to help you. 

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