- Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau - Depart Krakow and journey to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum by air-conditioned minivan or minibus. Watch the short documentary “The Liberation of Auschwitz” on the way to learn more about the camp. Upon arrival, take a guided tour of the site to explore one of the darkest chapters in the history of Europe.
Auschwitz Camp - exhibition in buldings
Crematory
Death wall
Birkenau Camp (Auschwitz II) - exhibition outside
Former barracks where prisoners lived
Death Gate
- Wieliczka Salt Mine - Spend approximately 3.5-hours at Auschwitz-Birkenau, and then drive to the Wieliczka Salt Mine for a 2.5-hour guided tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Marvel at the chambers carved in salt and see statues and chapels carved by the former miners.
600 steps down to underground
Underground Chapels
Caves and Chambers
- Round-trip transportation from Krakow to Auschwitz and Wieliczka
- Clear audio via headsets to follow the guide’s commentary
- Complimentary WiFi access during the tour
- Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned minivan or minibus
- Learn from a professional guide
- Freedom to take photographs at tour sights
- Included travel insurance for peace of mind
Embark on a journey to Auschwitz, the most extensive Nazi concentration camp, and one of the world’s oldest Salt Mines, both easily reachable on our one-day excursion from Krakow. The Auschwitz tour, led by a professional guide, will invoke an understanding of its bleak history. The tour commences at the entrance marked by the paradoxical slogan - “Arbeit macht frei”. Furthermore, you will witness the prisoners’ accommodations and the railway tracks that led victims to the gas chambers. The Auschwitz tour lasts for about 2 hours, followed by the Birkenau tour for about 1 to 1.5 hours. Following this, our driver will transport you to the Salt Mine. This 2.5-hour tour will guide you through St Kinga’s Chapel, a 54m long and 12m high architectural marvel reminiscent of medieval wooden churches, showcasing stunning salt crystal chandeliers, subterranean corridors, salt lakes that cannot be seen on the surface, and exquisite subterranean rooms.
- Please note that in the camps there are mostly dirt tracks, which may cause minor difficulties for wheelchair-users
- As it is mandatory in Auschwitz Birkenau museum to confirm your personal details, you are required to take with you passport or ID to be presented at the entrance to museum. Please do not forget it, otherwise you may be not allowed to enter museum.
- The maximum size of your carry-on can not exceed the following dimensions: 11.8 x 7.8 x 3.9 inches (30 x 20 x 10 cm). You can leave your larger luggage in the car
- There are no restrictions regarding the age of children in Wieliczka Salt Mine and Auschwitz Birkenau Memorial and Museum, but they should be either capable of walking unassisted or carried in baby slings or baby carriers. Baby pushchairs are not allowed underground (salt mine)
- In Auschwitz-Birkenau visitors are generally allowed to take pictures with a few, clearly indicated exceptions. Taking photos and filming in Wieliczka Salt Mine is possible only after purchasing additional pass
- While in Auschwitz-Birkenau, visitors are required to behave appropriately and respectfully
- Temperatures in Wieliczka Salt Mine are around 59ºF (15ºC). Also, it should be taken into account that narrow paths may seem claustrophobic, and once underground there is no possibility to shorten your visit and turn back. At the entrance, visitors descent 400 steps down and the whole tourist route features over 800 stairs
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
