Warsaw to Auschwitz and Krakow Old Town Full-Day Trip by Car
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Experience the haunting history of Auschwitz-Birkenau on a guided tour from Warsaw. Explore Krakow's Old Town on a private walking tour. Book now!
Duration: 15 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau - Auschwitz-Birkenau in Oswiecim - the biggest complex of concentration camps. This tragic place has been operating between 1940 and 1945, and countless amount of prisoners were tortured, died and have been killed there. See the important memorial and pay your respects to all those people that suffered there. Enter buildings to see exhibitions of remains from these Concentration Camps.
  • Krakow’s Rynek Glowny Central Square - Beautiful old town square with historic buildings and old churches. This centrally located square in Krakow has everything from many and varied restaurants, coffee shops, souvenir stores, and the opportunity to take a horse and carriage ride through the streets. Also a must here is the Cloth Hall, large central building in the square.
  • St Mary’s Basilica - This is a stunning church situated on the edge of the Main Square. Built in the 14th century, its foundations date back to the early 13th century and serve as one of the best examples of Polish Gothic architecture. Standing 80 mtall, it is particularly famous for its wooden altarpiece carved by Veit Stoss.
  • Wawel Royal Castle - The castle itself is beautiful and located on a hill, providing fantastic panoramic views over the city. The cathedral plays a massive part in the castle and has some fantastic sights.
  • Royal Way (Droga Krolewska) - The Royal Way begins at the northern end of the medieval Old Town and continues south through the centre of town towards Wawel Hill, where the old royal residence, Wawel Castle, is located.
  • Sukiennice (Cloth Hall) - The Cloth Hall is one of the city’s most recognizable icons. It is the central feature of the main market square in the Kraków Old Town.
  • Wawel Cathedral - The Wawel Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church and Cathedral of the Archdiocese of Kraków, located on Wawel Hill. More than 900 years old, it is the Polish national sanctuary and traditionally has served as coronation site of the Polish monarchs.
What's Included
  • Full-day trip from Warsaw to Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration Camp and Krakow Old Town
  • Skip-the-line tickets for Auschwitz
  • Headsets provided for the tour at Auschwitz
  • Group size limited to 30 people at Auschwitz
  • Private car transfers with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Warsaw
  • Private Walking Tour of Krakow Old Town with a Local Guide (15-hour option only)
  • 3.5-hour guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau with a Licensed Guide fluent in selected language
What's Not Included
  • Lunch (optional)
  • Private Walking Tour of Krakow Old Town led by a Local Guide (in 11-hour option)
Additional Information

Experience the enormity of the Holocaust during a guided presentation at Auschwitz-Birkenau, the most expansive Nazi concentration camp structure. Benefit from bypassing extended lines thanks to advance tickets and private vehicle transportation from Warsaw. Optionally, participate in a personal foot-tour of Krakow Old Town.

Select from our range of excellent tour schemes designed to align with individual preferences and curiosities. Ensure you read the detailed itinerary as each selection comprises a unique schedule.

11-hour option: Auschwitz-Birkenau
Participate in a group visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau with priority tickets. The tour is lead by a Certified Guide proficient in the language of your choice and includes a private vehicle journey from Warsaw.

15-hour option: Auschwitz-Birkenau & Krakow Old Town
Embark on a private exploration of Krakow Old Town guided by a top Local Expert. You will also join a group tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau which includes priority tickets and a Certified Guide conversant in the language you prefer. Again, private vehicle transportation from Warsaw is provided.

  • Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information. The exact schedule and pick up time will be confirmed via email.
  • Please note that sightseeing in Krakow is not included in a 11-hour tour.
  • Skip-the-line tickets to Auschwitz-Birkenau allow you to skip the ticket line, but there is a separate line for security checks. All visitors must provide their full name when booking and bring a valid photo ID or passport.
  • We provide private car transfers to Auschwitz-Birkenau and Krakow, but other people will join you on a group tour of the museum and memorial site. The size of the group tour will be limited to 30 people. The walking tour of Krakow Old Town is a private experience.
  • People with reduced mobility may find it difficult to move around Auschwitz-Birkenau. Wheelchairs are available from the Visitor Service Center but they have to be reserved in advance.
  • We guarantee 3,5 hours of sightseeing in Auschwitz-Birkenau, regardless of traffic and delays.
  • We recommend bringing your own snacks or packed lunch to Auschwitz-Birkenau as it’s in a remote location and there will be no lunch break. During the 15-hour tour we can organize lunch / table reservations in Krakow.
  • We will arrange private transfers in a standard car (sedan) for groups of 1-4 people, and in a larger van or minibus for groups of 5 people and more. If you’re traveling in a smaller group but want to travel in a more spacious car, we recommend booking a 5-people tour to take advantage of a larger vehicle.
Location
Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau
ul. Wiezniow Oswiecimia 20, Entrance to the Museum is located at Stanisławy Leszczyńskiej Str. no. 11
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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