Rail · FUNICULAR RIDES
Two cars, one cable, a gradient a normal train would slide down. The 15 below run from harbour hillsides to alpine terraces, priced by return ticket, with a note on which ones you can walk back down.
Travel from Krakow in a comfortable van with an English-speaking guide such as Dawid, Lucas, Marcin, or Piotr. Visit Chochołów, taste smoked oscypek and local alcohol, see Wielka Krokiew and Jaszczurówka Chapel, then ride the Gubałówka funicular and explore Zakopane.
“Our tour guide was very informative and nice. I would definitely recommend this trip.”
Take the short funicular from Interlaken Harderbahn to Harder Kulm, 1,322 meters above sea level. Spend the day at the Two Lakes Bridge, glass-bottom viewpoint, and hilltop restaurant, then return when you choose. The ride takes about 10 minutes each way. Food and drinks cost extra, and clear weather matters most.
“Great views. The prices of the restaurants there, are similar that on the city (it’s good)”
Walk Old Quebec with a licensed local guide in a group capped at 12 people. See Place Royale, the Petit Champlain quarter, city fortifications, Château Frontenac, Dufferin Terrace, and Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral. Your funicular ticket is included, making this a practical first-day introduction to both Lower and Upper Town.
“Great experience! Luis was fantastic! Very personable and informative. Highly recommended! Beautiful city!”
Travel from Krakow to Zakopane for mountain views, a Gubałówka funicular ride, smoked oscypek cheese and vodka at a highlander hut, time on Krupówki Street, and three hours at Chocholowskie Thermal Baths. Pickup may be available, but vehicles and guide assignments vary. Bring swimwear, a towel, and flip-flops.
“Great experience would highly recommend, tour guide aswell she was Amazing. And talked us through everything also communication was great”
Join Toni and a maximum of nine other people for a three-hour English walking tour through Place des Terreaux, Vieux Lyon, and Fourvière Hill. Expect local history, secret passageways, Roman remains, city views, the funicular, and practical restaurant and sightseeing tips.
“Excellent introduction to Lyon tour by Toni. He was on time, exceptionally professional, and offered amusing anecdotes that truly brought Lyon and its history to life.”
Ride the Funicolare Centrale from Augusteo to Vomero, then walk downhill through Via Palizzi, the Petraio stairways, Corso Vittorio Emanuele, and the Spanish Quarters. Guides such as Virginia, Roberta, Miri, and Barbara add local stories and practical context. You finish at Pignasecca Market after two hours and about 24 dollars per person.
“Simoni was a very knowledgeable and likeable guide and we learned so much about both present day Naples and its history. He was not at all phased by conducting the tour in both English and French. A great tour and would highly recommend 👍”
Explore Ljubljana Castle at your own pace with access to the viewing tower, St George’s Chapel, Slovenian History Exhibition, Museum of Puppetry, Virtual Castle, and grounds. Add the glass-enclosed funicular, multilingual audio guide, or costumed Time Machine tour. Allow a morning or afternoon, and collect child tickets at the box office.
“It is better to buy the experience directly at the castle it costs half the price and there was no one in the queue.”
Start in Lower Town at 112 Rue Saint-Paul, then walk through Place Royale, Petit Champlain, and the city mural before riding the funicular to Upper Town. Your licensed guide, such as Luis, Sam, Diane, or Murielle, covers Quebec history, landmarks, and local tips in English, French, or Spanish.
“Carol was great. She was entertaining and full of knowledge. Highly recommend.”
Walk from Ljubljana’s Town Hall through the old center, crossing Cobblers’ Bridge and passing Plečnik’s landmarks, Prešeren Square, the market, and cathedral. Then ride the funicular 70 vertical meters to Ljubljana Castle. English-speaking guides such as Urban, Tina, and Jagoda add history, humor, and local insight.
“Excellent visit with Tina who’s kindness and knowledge were very appreciated. Thank you!”
Take Penang’s funicular from Lower Station to the 833-meter summit in less than five minutes. At the top, enjoy broad views, cooler air, colonial-era sights, cafés, trails, and optional attractions such as The Habitat. A standard ticket costs about $15, while the fast lane can greatly reduce queues in both directions.
“The Penang hill funicular was a great experience as we get to see various flora and fauna. The top of the hill can be reached within 10 to 15 minutes and the view in the top is amazing. The panoramic view of the Penang city is worth it.”
Travel from central Prague to Karlovy Vary for a guided 45-minute walk through its spa colonnades and past Vřídlo Sprudel. You then get about four hours to explore, eat, shop, or choose the Diana funicular and watchtower option. Guides such as Eva, Carolina, and Karolina are praised for clear history and helpful tips.
“We enjoyed a lot the Karlovy Vary experience. A lot of very well refurbished buildings, with history behind. All in all a very nice day trip.”
Spend 11 hours beyond Krakow with an English-speaking guide, visiting Chocholow, Zakopane, Gubałówka, and Chocholowskie Thermal Baths. You’ll taste smoked oscypek cheese, ride the funicular for Tatra views, explore Krupówki Street, and relax in warm pools. Guides such as Mike, Mariusz, Daniel, and Piotr are praised for clear instructions and local stories.
“We had a wonderful host David, well organised and efficient, the thermal bath was so relaxing and we loved the cheese tasting, would highly recommend.”
Explore Quebec City’s Upper and Lower Towns with a private local guide, visiting Parliament, Dufferin Terrace, Place Royale, the city walls, and more. Your $119.01 ticket includes one funicular ride and Old Quebec hotel pickup. Guides such as Lynn, Muriel, Sam, and Veronica tailor the pace and focus to your group.
“The three hour private walking tour of Old Quebec City was a highlight of our trip. Lynn, our tour guide, was absolutely wonderful and made the experience so enjoyable. Her knowledge, passion, and love for Quebec and its history was extraordinary. She met us at our hotel and was incredibly caring and considerate of our needs. We have booked many tours during our travels and this ranks among the best. We highly recommend this tour and definitely request Lynn.”
Spend 11 hours with a driver and bilingual guide exploring Chochołów and Zakopane from Krakow. Taste oscypek and regional liqueurs, ride the Gubałówka funicular, stroll Krupówki, and enjoy several hours of mountain views and free time. Guides such as Olaf, Mirek, Magda, and Simon have been praised for clear communication and useful local tips.
“trip was great but too much traffic due to public holiday near a weekend. tour leader weronika was a star. she helped a lot. zakapone too busy for our taste.”
Start at Muelle Prat, then walk through Sotomayor Square and Valparaiso’s port before riding historic funiculars into Cerro Alegre and Cerro Concepción. Guides such as Alex, Grex, Maria, and Benjamin explain murals, local history, and neighborhood life, with gallery stops, bay viewpoints, and a handmade alfajor included.
“Alex was very patient and knowledgeable of the city. Walked us through every murals and explaining the meaning behind and also visits to some of the artists’ gallery. He’s the guy if you an enjoyable walk through of the arty unesco place.”
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