Kazimierz & Schindler Museum & Ghetto

Kazimierz - Kazimierz Jewish Quarter
Start your exploration in Kazimierz, Kraków’s historic Jewish Quarter, renowned as one of the city’s most captivating areas. For many years, this district was the epicenter of Jewish life in Kraków — a lively hub of faith, education, and community. Stroll through its narrow, cobblestone streets, flanked by ancient synagogues, prayer houses, and traditional homes. Listen to tales of rabbis, merchants, and families who influenced the daily life rhythm long before the war. Your guide will vividly recreate the sounds, colors, and traditions that once animated these streets — from bustling markets to serene moments in secluded courtyards.

Oskar Schindler’s Enamel Factory - Visit one of Kraków’s most popular museums — Schindler’s Enamel Factory, where history is vividly portrayed through compelling exhibitions and expert narration. This is more than a simple biographical museum; it offers a thorough journey through the years of Nazi occupation, illustrating how the war altered the city and its inhabitants’ lives.
With a licensed expert guide, bypass the long ticket queues and delve into the exhibition “Kraków under Nazi Occupation 1939–1945.” Located in Oskar Schindler’s former enamel factory, the museum highlights not only his story but also the everyday experiences of Kraków’s Jewish and non-Jewish residents during the war.
As you navigate the galleries, you’ll discover original artifacts, photographs, and immersive reconstructions. Much of the exhibition is set in a series of narrow, dimly lit rooms, intentionally designed to evoke the confinement, fear, and uncertainty that pervaded life under Nazi rule.

Krakow - Kraków Jewish Ghetto
Continue your exploration through the Kraków Ghetto, where remnants of the original ghetto wall still stand as silent witnesses to the hardships endured there. Visit Ghetto Heroes Square, once the site of mass deportations, now featuring the poignant Chair Memorial, with each empty chair symbolizing a life lost. Nearby, explore the Under the Eagle Pharmacy, where the courageous pharmacist Tadeusz Pankiewicz risked his life to offer medicine, shelter, and hope to ghetto residents.
This tour provides more than just sightseeing — it’s a profound encounter with Kraków’s past. Guided by local experts, you’ll traverse streets that once thrived with prewar Jewish life, then witnessed tragedy, leaving you with a deeper understanding of the city’s history, memory, and enduring spirit.

Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum

Krakow - Transfer Krakow → Oświęcim
Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned group vehicle.

Memorial and Museum Auschwitz-Birkenau - Auschwitz I Museum
Visit the initial part of the camp with a licensed museum guide. View original barracks, exhibits, and remnants of daily life within the camp.

Short Break

Auschwitz II–Birkenau
Proceed to Birkenau to witness the remains of gas chambers, crematoria, and rail platforms. Your museum guide offers sensitive commentary throughout.

Krakow - Return to Krakow
Reflect quietly on the journey back after a day of remembrance and understanding.

Wieliczka Salt Mine, Lunch & Schindler’s Factory

Krakow - Transfer Krakow → Wieliczka
Depart from Krakow for a brief, comfortable drive to one of Poland’s most distinctive UNESCO sites.

Wieliczka Salt Mine - Descend 135 meters underground with an in-house guide and explore magnificent chambers, salt sculptures, and the stunning Chapel of St. Kinga.

Krakow - Transfer Back to Krakow
Return to the city after your underground adventure.

Plaszow Concentration Camp - Conclude your journey at the former Płaszów concentration camp, now a tranquil memorial site. Walk through the grounds where thousands once suffered and learn about the victims, survivors, and the history preserved in silence.

• Licensed in-house guides at Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka
• Expert local guide in Krakow
• Entry tickets to Schindler’s Factory, Auschwitz-Birkenau, Wieliczka Salt Mine
• Guided walking tour of Kazimierz, the Ghetto, and Płaszów
• Group transport to Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka
• Lunch (Day 3)

• Meals

Explore the heart of Krakow over three days, delving into its Jewish heritage, wartime narratives, the subterranean marvels of Wieliczka, and the serene contemplation at Płaszów. Includes one lunch.

Embark on a 3-day guided exploration of Krakow, rich with tales of faith, remembrance, and resilience. Journey through the Jewish Quarter, wartime landmarks, the depths of the Wieliczka Salt Mine, and the commemorative grounds of Płaszów. Each destination unveils a unique chapter of Poland’s history, meticulously organized for a seamless experience focused on discovery.

Highlights
• Stroll through Kazimierz, Schindler’s Factory, and the former Ghetto
• Uncover the significance and stories of historic sites
• Tour Auschwitz-Birkenau with an official museum guide
• Discover the hidden treasures within the Wieliczka Salt Mine
• Contemplate at the Płaszów Memorial Site
• Savor a traditional lunch on the third day of your tour
• A respectful exploration of history and heritage

• Please arrive 10 minutes before the tour begins. Once the group has departed, latecomers cannot join and tickets are non-refundable.
• All group tours are conducted in one language, selected when booking.
• The tour operates in all weather conditions — dress appropriately and wear comfortable shoes.
• A dress code applies for religious sites: no shorts or sleeveless tops; knees and shoulders must be covered.
• Please provide full names of all participants when booking. Bring a valid ID — the name must match your ticket, or entry may be refused.
• Students must carry valid student ID with photo and expiry date for youth discounts.
• In the Salt Mine, temperature is 14–16°C. Bring warmer clothing and note that the tour involves extensive walking and many stairs. Not recommended for guests with mobility, heart, or claustrophobia issues.

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