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From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Transfers

Visitors walking towards the entrance gate of Auschwitz II, Auschwitz-Birkenau on a guided tour.
Entrance gate to Auschwitz I with visitors walking through.
Exterior view of Auschwitz I barracks with barbed wire fences, Poland.
Informative sign at Auschwitz-Birkenau detailing historical context and prisoner experiences.

Duration

7 hr - 7 hr 30 min

Open today

7:30am - 4:00pm

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Immerse in history with a full-day guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau, including seamless round-trip transfers and an expert guide in the language of your choice.

4.4/5

(11,927)

Susan Jane Fearnley

Susan

Dec 2025
Verified booking
Well organised, communicated well, and the driver sent a pin so we could track him, arrived promptly, and gave good information. Comfortable minibus. The experience itself was sombre, the guide we had was knowledgeable, excellent, enthusiastic, and respectful. Be aware there are few facilities, just a coffee machine, and no time to visit the small shop and bookshop. Our biggest criticism was that the whole experience we first booked got cancelled the evening before - first notification was of a refund. We managed to rebook for the following day, but it was more than double the cost with a 6.30 am start. But Headout said it was not their doing but came directly from Auschwitz, and is very common, apparently.
Blanca Miguel Gonzalez

Blanca

Jan 2026
Verified booking
I highly recommend taking a tour rather than going on your own. You'll skip the lines at the entrance, and the guide is essential for understanding the visit, especially at the second camp (the extermination camp), where there is no printed information. It was a moving and very interesting experience. Compared to other cultural tourist attractions, I think this is the most interesting one in Poland (!). However, we would have liked the guide to go a little slower because the information is VERY dense, and for the break to last longer than 10 minutes because we didn't have time to eat anything or even go to the bathroom. It wouldn't be a bad idea to give visitors a bottle of water, as the tour lasts 7 hours and it's a nice gesture.
Adam Grant

Adam

Dec 2025
Verified booking
This was a brilliantly organized trip, I highly recommend, I searched across a ton of platforms to find the right tour as it's tricky to select with so much choice, but this was 100% the right choice We were collected on time via private transfer, and taken great care of through the day, Jacob was fantastic in explaining everything and the guide was brilliant. Very educational and a great glimpse into life at the camps - private transport there and back, picked up from our hotel - skip the line tickets - tours of Auschwitz & Birkenau with an English speaking guide (the tech in the tour was really good, guide spoke to a microphone which connected to our headsets)
    • Immerse in a full-day guided historical tour to Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest Nazi concentration camp from World War II, starting from Krakow.

    • Enjoy prompt and comfortable round-trip AC transfers from Krakow, ensuring a seamless journey, and uncover intriguing details from your expert guide.

    • Walk through Auschwitz I's brick barracks, Block 11's torture chambers, and Auschwitz II's concentration camp, each echoing grim tales from the past.

    • Did you know? The Auschwitz I camp was originally constructed to hold Polish political prisoners. It was only later that it became a center for the extermination of the Jews.

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

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

  • TOTAL DURATION7 hours 30 minutes
    Krakow
    Start point

    Krakow

    Get direction
    90 min
    66 km
    Auschwitz I

    1. Auschwitz I

    Tickets included
    10 min
    3.2 km
     Auschwitz II-Birkenau

    2. Auschwitz II-Birkenau

    Tickets included
    10 min
    3 km
    Memorial

    3. Memorial

    Tickets included
    90 min
    66 km
    Krakow
    End point

    Krakow

    Get direction

    Your ending point would be same as your start point

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • 11,927 reviews

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    What our guests say

    Jorge Ainaga Cespedes

    Jorge

    Feb 2026
    Verified booking
    The guided tour of Auschwitz was undoubtedly one of the most powerful and educational experiences I have ever had. From the very beginning, the guide demonstrated profound knowledge, absolute respect for the site, and great sensitivity in dealing with such a sensitive subject. What I liked most about the tour was the way the guide managed to contextualize history, not only with facts and dates, but with human stories that really make you reflect. The explanation was clear, organized, and very well structured, which helped to better understand the magnitude of what happened without losing focus on the victims and their memory. In addition, the tour was very well managed in terms of timing and organization. We were able to visit both Auschwitz I and Birkenau with detailed explanations, moments for reflection, and space to ask questions. It is an emotionally difficult visit, but absolutely necessary. I recommend this tour to anyone who wants to better understand history and pay tribute to those who suffered there.
    Ana Sanchez Garcia

    Ana

    Feb 2026
    Verified booking
    Our visit to Auschwitz and Birkenau was a deeply moving and necessary experience. The organization through Headout was impeccable; the transportation arrived on time and the guide was extremely respectful and knowledgeable, explaining every historical detail with great sensitivity. Walking through the barracks and seeing the remains of the camps leaves you speechless, but it is essential to understanding history. I highly recommend wearing comfortable shoes because there is a lot of walking, especially in Birkenau. The logistics were flawless, allowing us to focus entirely on the importance of the site. A powerful experience that everyone should have at least once.
    Ines Garcia Cuadrado

    Ines

    Feb 2026
    Verified booking
    Our visit to Auschwitz and Birkenau was a deeply moving and necessary experience. The organization through Headout was impeccable; the transportation arrived on time and the guide was extremely respectful and knowledgeable, explaining every historical detail with great sensitivity. Walking through the barracks and seeing the remains of the camps leaves you speechless, but it is essential to understanding history. I highly recommend wearing comfortable shoes because there is a lot of walking, especially in Birkenau. The logistics were flawless, allowing us to focus entirely on the importance of the site. A powerful experience that everyone should have at least once.
    Stewart Curtis

    Stewart

    Feb 2026
    Verified booking
    The tour form start to finish was excellent, our tour guide Mikal and explained the day prior to setting off. He arrived on time and everything was included in the price, ticket, guided tour and birkenau entry. After seeing a lot of mixed reviews from elsewhere we were a little bit sceptical on booking etc but, it was so worth it. Once we booked we instantly got a confirmation with a WhatsApp message explaining everything. Highly recommend and thank you Mikal 👍🏻
    Yana Laenen

    Yana

    Feb 2026
    Verified booking
    The guide spoke clearly and was easy to follow. He conveyed the stories behind Auschwitz with great respect and sensitivity. He struck the right tone: not too distant, but also not exaggerated, making the tour intense and moving without becoming uncomfortable. This made the tour not only informative, but also very impressive and meaningful.
  • Auschwitz-Birkenau: Dive into history

    Departing from Krakow, you'll travel in air-conditioned comfort, soaking in the poignant narrative woven by your licensed guide. Be prepared to step into a haunting epoch of history as you walk through the infamous 'Arbeit Macht Frei' gate into Auschwitz I and traverse the 22 brick barracks that once housed hundreds of thousands of Holocaust victims.

    Unearthing the dark past and ticket options

    Witness the grim realities of the Holocaust as you venture into Block 11, a harrowing prison within the prison, home to torture chambers and the site of the first extermination attempts using Zyklon B gas. The next stop is Auschwitz II-Birkenau, a camp that sprawls over an area 25 times larger than Auschwitz I and stands as a chilling testament to the scale of Nazi atrocities. Your journey culminates in a solemn moment at the Memorial, offering a space to pay respects to the victims of this grim period. Depending on your chosen option, engage with a guide fluent in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, or Polish. This immersive experience comes with comfortable round-trip transfers from Krakow, ensuring a seamless journey.

  • Auschwitz concentration camp

    Monday7:30am - 4:00pm
    Tuesday7:30am - 4:00pm
    Wednesday7:30am - 4:00pm
    Thursday7:30am - 4:00pm
    Friday7:30am - 4:00pm
    Saturday7:30am - 4:00pm
    Sunday7:30am - 4:00pm
  • 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.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point. Students must show a valid student ID.

    Meeting point

    • Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

    Note

    • Our pickup time may vary depending on your location. You will be informed by phone or email in the event of any changes.

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