Krakow to Auschwitz tour

Embark on a harrowing journey into the past with a guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau, offering a deep dive into Holocaust history.

• Everything you get: Journey deep into history with this comprehensive guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau, a solemn testament to the Holocaust's horrors. Your guide will recount past events like the 1943 prisoner resistance movement and its courageous acts of defiance. The ticket also grants fast-track entry to Auschwitz I and II–Birkenau, bypassing queues and immersing directly into the poignant narrative.
• Why choose this: Walk the path of history with visits to original barracks, gas chamber ruins and Auschwitz's main gate, making your tour hauntingly memorable.
• Options: Get the flexibility of taking the tour in your preferred language or choose a last-minute ticket to enhance your experience to suit your needs.

Inclusions

• Fast-track entry to Auschwitz I & Auschwitz II–Birkenau

• Guided tour by an official English/Italian/German/French/Spanish/Polish-speaking Auschwitz-Birkenau guide (as per option selected)

• Last-minute English guided tour (as per option selected)

• Hotel pick-up (as per option selected)

• Local host

• Headsets

What’s not allowed

• Please note that pets, smoking, luggage or large bags are not allowed.
• Strict dress code: short skirts are not allowed.
• Large bags and backpacks are not allowed inside the museum; only bags up to 30x20x10 cm in size are permitted.

Accessibility

• This experience is not accessible by wheelchair.

Additional information

• Please expect a considerable wait time at the entrance during peak season.
• Guests may have to wait in long queues for some time before entering the camp.
• Larger bags and luggage can be stored in the cloakroom.
• The starting time for the Auschwitz-Birkenau tour cannot be guaranteed in advance. While your preferred time will be recorded, the exact schedule is only confirmed a day before and will be shared with you through email and/or WhatsApp.
• If your accommodation is outside the pickup zone, in a restricted area, or in a location with limited vehicle access, you may be asked to meet at the closest available pickup point.
• Auschwitz is a highly regulated and sensitive historical site, and there are occasions when fast-track access cannot be guaranteed due to decisions made directly by the museum authorities.

Join a full-day guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau with organized entry, expert narration, and smooth on-site coordination.

• Embark on a full-day guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau, perfect for those seeking a deep historical experience with convenient transfers from Krakow.
• With an insightful narrative from a licensed guide, available in multiple languages, enrich your understanding of history.
• Comfortable round-trip AC transfers from Krakow are included, eliminating any travel hassles and ensuring a seamless experience.
• Take a walk through Auschwitz I's brick barracks and Auschwitz II's vast concentration camp, each echoing grim tales from the past.

Inclusions

• Fast-track entry to Auschwitz I & Auschwitz II–Birkenau

• Round-trip AC transfers from your hotel or the meeting point (as per option selected)

What to bring

• It’s recommended to wear comfortable shoes.
• Have your passport or ID ready for a seamless experience.

What's not allowed

• Strict dress code: respectful attire.
• Keep in mind that large luggage is not allowed for this experience.

Accessibility

• This experience is not wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

• If your hotel is outside the pickup area or in a zone with limited access, you’ll be asked to meet at the closest convenient pickup point.
• Per Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum policies, all participants must provide their full name and contact details when booking.
• Your youngest guests will enjoy a special children’s menu and receive delightful gifts.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult 18 or older.
• The starting time for the Auschwitz-Birkenau tour cannot be guaranteed in advance. While your preferred time will be recorded, the exact schedule is only confirmed a day before and will be shared with you through email and/or WhatsApp.

Experience two of Krakow’s most powerful UNESCO sites in one seamless, expertly guided day trip.

• Day out to: Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine, with round-trip transfers from Krakow, entry tickets, guided tours at both sites, a professional tour leader, and headsets for clear audio. Travel by air-conditioned bus and enjoy a well-organized itinerary with time to reflect and explore.
• You’ll get: Entry to Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine, English-speaking guides, all transfers, tour leader, and headsets.
• Auschwitz-Birkenau: Walk through the largest Nazi concentration camp, guided by an expert who shares the site’s history and stories, visiting preserved barracks and memorials.
• Wieliczka Salt Mine: Descend into a stunning underground world, discovering intricate salt-carved chambers, chapels, and sculptures with a knowledgeable local guide.
• Upgrades: Choose hotel pickup and drop-off for added convenience and a seamless start and end to your day.

Inclusions

• Full-day Auschwitz-Birkenau & Wieliczka Salt Mine guided tour

• Entry to Auschwitz-Birkenau I & II

• Entry to the Wieliczka Salt Mine

• Expert English-speaking guide

• Hotel pickup & drop-off (option based)

• Meeting point pick-up (option based)

• Headsets

What to bring

• Carry a valid passport or ID card that matches the name on your booking for entry.
• Pack some snacks and a lunch, as meals and drinks are not included in this tour.
• Bring a student ID if you’re eligible for student discounts.

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What’s not allowed

• Large bags, luggage, or backpacks larger than 20 x 30 cm are not permitted inside the sites.
• Pets are not allowed.
• Weapons, sharp objects, alcohol, and drugs are strictly forbidden.
• Smoking is prohibited, including inside the vehicles.
• Please avoid wearing short skirts or sleeveless tops.
• Food and drinks cannot be brought into certain areas and are not included in the tour.

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Accessibility

• This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users or individuals with mobility impairments.
• Not recommended for infants under 1 year old.

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Additional information

• Pickup times may vary; the usual start is between 5am and 10am. The exact time will be confirmed by email the day before your tour.
• All participants must provide their full name and contact details exactly as shown on their ID. Entry may be denied if the booking name does not match.
• The pace and duration of the visit are set by the memorial’s visitor service and may change.
• Tours may be canceled for reasons beyond the operator’s control; in such cases, a full refund will be issued.
• Expect a long day with considerable walking and standing.

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Early morning visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau, without the crowds, and the convenience of transfers and a guide.

• Full day out to: The concentration camps at Auschwitz-Birkenau, with pickup from a central meeting point in Krakow.
• You’ll get: Round-trip transfers to and from Krakow in a modern vehicle, a guided tour of the site by an official English-speaking Auschwitz-Birkenau guide (entry tickets to be purchased separately), and an English-speaking tour leader.
• Judenrampe: Begin at the historic Judenrampe, where original camp train cars stand as a stark reminder of history.
• Auschwitz I: Explore the first camp, including preserved barracks, Block 11, and exhibits detailing the camp’s harrowing past.
• Auschwitz II-Birkenau: Walk through the vast grounds, see the remains of gas chambers, and witness the scale of the largest extermination site.
• Upgrades: Choose convenience by upgrading to include entry tickets along with your tour, ensuring a seamless day.

Inclusions

• Full-day trip to Auschwitz-Birkenau from Krakow

• Pickup from a meeting point in Krakow

• Round-trip transportation in a modern vehicle

• Guided tour by an official English-speaking Auschwitz-Birkenau guide

• English-speaking tour leader assistance for the full day

• Entry tickets to Auschwitz-Birkenau (as per option selected)

Exclusions

• No skip-the-line access – expect to queue at the museum

What to bring

• Passport or ID card (the name must match the booking).

What’s not allowed

• Luggage or large bags.
• Alcohol and drugs.

Accessibility

• Not suitable for people with mobility impairments or wheelchair users.

Additional information

• As per the requirements of the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum, all participants are required to provide their full name and contact details as part of the booking.
• Entrance may be refused if the name provided on the booking is not identical to the name on the ID provided when entering.
• Arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the confirmed pickup time.

Trace the sobering history of WW2's largest concentration camp, then visit Krakow's factory that chose compassion amid the darkness.

• Everything you get at Auschwitz-Birkenau: Round-trip transfers, a documentary showing en route the camps, and tour Auschwitz-Birkenau with your guide. See gas chambers, crematoria, and learn how Nazi attempts to destroy genocide records only partially succeeded.
• Everything you get at Schindler's Factory: Then head to Schindler's Factory Museum, owned by Oskar Schindler, where Jewish workers were protected from concentration camps. See the installation of stacked enamelware among others as part of the permanent exhibition, 'Krakow under Nazi Occupation 1939-45'.
• Why choose this combo: Auschwitz-Birkenau lies about 70 km from Krakow city center, and all transport, including the journey to the enamelware factory, is seamlessly covered, removing logistical hassles so you can focus on the experience. An expert local guide provides insider context, personal insights, and explains how these WWII events continue to shape present-day Polish life.

Inclusions

• Expert English-speaking guide at both Oskar Schindler's Factory & Auschwitz-Birkenau

• Skip-the-line entry to both Oskar Schindler's Factory & Auschwitz-Birkenau

• Pick-up from central meeting point in Krakow

• Transfers by modern Mercedes minibus

• Documentary movie en route to the Auschwitz Museum

• Wi-Fi access in minibus

Exclusions

• Meals

What to bring

• Have your passport and ID ready for ticket validation.
• As this is a 9-hour trip, it's recommended to bring a packed lunch.

What's not allowed

• Oversized luggage, alcohol and drugs.

Accessibility

• This experience is wheelchair-friendly.

Additional information

• Hand baggage is considered to be luggage if it exceeds the maximum dimensions of 30cm x 20cm x 10cm.
• Due to the somber nature of this experience, children above the age of 14 years are better suited for this tour.

Inclusions

• Round-trip transfers between Krakow bus station and Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum

Exclusions

• Entry to Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum