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 Day 1 – Flight Dublin – Krakow & transfer to Zakopane.
After flying from Dublin to Krakow, you will have a chance to prepare for the hike in Zakopane. You will be pre-booked into a great 3* hotel in the heart of town, and all rooms have an en-suite. Dinner is included and you’ll have the chance to sample local cuisine or stock yourself up with a wide selection of European food from the hotel’s extensive menu. If it’s your first time in the Tatras Mountains, Zakopane is the best starting point. It is the ‘walking capital’ of Poland and a fantastic gateway to the country’s culture, gastronomy and nightlife. Enjoy!
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Town: Internet, ATM, shops, bars, pubs & clubs. all facilities.
Accommodation: 3* hotel, in the middle of the city. Room en suite. spa, swimming pool. Excellent food at the restaurant..
Meal: 3 Course dinner
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DAY 2 – From Zdiar to Zelene Pleso [4h40, 12km, +1114m -389m].
In the morning, we transfer to the picturesque village of Zdiar in Slovakia. Unmistakable for its decorated timber cottages, it is worth a look before heading for the renowned White Tatras. Our first walking day is relatively short (4h40) but strenuous enough, with an immediate 1,000m ascent from Zdiar. The path climbs slowly from 820m to 935m, taking about 45 minutes, and brings you into the White Tatras. From there it gets seriously steep, but not hugely difficult. At the end of a demanding, but highly rewarding, first day we will retire to the comfortable refuge of Zelene Pleso (1,545m) on the shore of one of the most beautiful lakes in the area.
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Accommodation: Mountain Refuge on a side of a lake. Very scenic, and relaxing.
Meal: Breakfast, picnic lunch, 3 Course dinner
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Day 3 – From Zelene Pleso to Sliezsky Dom [5h45, 16.5km, +591m -466m].
From Zelene Pleso, we head to the highest parts of the famous Tatranska Magistrala (the colossal traverse). Heading south, the path first drops down steeply to where we come across our first chains for support. Heading to Skalnate Pleso, views of the village of Tatranska Lomnica and the sub-Tatras basin are breathtaking. From here, the trail becomes easier, letting us enjoy the numerous lakes en route, before reaching the refuge in Sliesky Dom mid-afternoon. A good day walk and a well deserved rest!
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Accommodation: Mountain Refuge under the highest peaks.
Meal: Breakfast, picnic lunch, 3 Course dinner
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DAY 4 – From Sliezsky Dom to Chatapod Rysmy [6h30, 15km, +756m -176m].
After a leisurely breakfast we will gather our energy before starting the longest sections of our hike, most of which is above the tree line. This is also one of the most rewarding sections of the hike. Arriving at Propadske Pleso for lunch, we enjoy the view of Magistrala before heading into the north heart of the Tatras. Tonight, we stay in the highest refuge in the Tatras – Chatapod Rysmy (2250m)!
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Accommodation: Highest mountain Refuge in the Tatras Mountain hut Great views on the valley below. Note it’s not possible to secure a place in Chatapod, It will be the guide that will book it on the day.
Meal: Breakfast, picnic lunch, 3 Course dinner
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DAY 5 – From Chatapod Rysmy to Morskie Oko [5h45, 13km, +512m -1100m].
Today is “the day”! We attack the highest accessible summit of the mountain chain (Rysy 2,503m). It’s also the only open border in the High Tatras between Poland and Slovakia. From here, the view of Gerlachovsky Stit (2,650m), the highest point in Slovakia and Poland is incredible! After visiting both summits, we start our way down carefully. The way is very steep and rocky! Technically this part is the most challenging. On the way down we pass Morskie Oko valley, its impressive moraines dating from the Ice ages, and the famous lake named “the eye of the sea” by the locals. If you were thinking about a celebratory beer, well, this is the time for it!
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Accommodation:Mountain Refuge.
Meal: Breakfast, picnic lunch, 3 Course dinner
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DAY 6 – From Morskie Oko to Kasprowy Wierch [4h45, 10km, +637m -314m]. From Morskie Oko, we start our last walking day at around 9am. It’s a short day walk and we will take our time as we pass the magnificent valley of the 5 Tarns. The looming mountains above are reflected in the numerous lakes we pass. Then we climb Orla Perc, a fine ridge, “the Zenith of the Polish Tatras” with splendid views in one direction over the Tarns of Gasienicowa, up to the cable car in Kasprowy Wierch (close at 4pm, not included). From the cable car we transport you back from Kuznice to Zakopane. This is where we bid our farewells to the guide. The Final night is back to our comfortable hotel in Zakopane, the same 3* hotel. Then, the night is completely yours; a wide range of restaurants and pubs is available for your treat!
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Town: Same as day1.
Accommodation: Same as day1.
Meal: Breakfast, picnic lunch, 3 Course dinner
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DAY 7 – End of the Adventure* Rafting or visit of Krakow (Optional).
After breakfast, it’s now time to bit our farewell. Alternatively, our team will be delighted to arrange the transfer to Krakow or alternatively, to keep the thrill up going rafting on the river Dunajec, one of the best spot in east-Europe.
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Meal: Breakfast
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Challenging 3*Hotel & Refuge Full Board Available Jun to Sep €650
