Guided Tours

From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Transfers

Name: From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Transfers
Start: 2026-09-19T08:30:00
End: 2026-09-19T15:30:00
Location: Krakow

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.

4.5/5(13,770)

Turculet-strugaru M

Family

Verified booking

3 days ago

I visited Auschwitz-Birkenau, near Krakow, and I can say that everything was organized flawlessly from start to finish. The meeting point in Krakow was easy to find, and pickup by minibus happened exactly on time, with no delays. Our guide, Polina, was extraordinary. She was kind, highly professional, and extremely knowledgeable historically, managing to convey the information in a clear and respectful way, fitting for the gravity of the place. We were given all the time we needed to go through both Auschwitz I and Birkenau, without ever feeling rushed. The logistics were just as good — transportation, the audio headsets for hearing the guide, the travel time between the two sections, everything ran smoothly. We returned to Krakow exactly on schedule. I confidently recommend this experience to anyone who wants to visit this place of immense historical and emotional significance, in a well-organized setting with an outstanding guide.

Giorgio F

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

A tour operated by Cracovia Visit, with the final departure time confirmed the day before. The tour leader from escursionicracovia.it, Salvatore, was exceptionally kind, always paying attention to everyone and organizing the experience in an exemplary manner. Many people complain about schedule changes and, at times, pick-up times that are much earlier than what was chosen during the booking process. It’s important to remember that the Auschwitz complex confirms guide slots the day before, and, paradoxically, it’s actually better to be picked up very early in the morning and being among the first to enter—rather than having a leisurely breakfast and perhaps spending hours going through security checks... I was lucky enough to enter at 7:30 a.m. after being picked up at 5:40 a.m., and entering among the first groups in the camps allows you to tour everything in the silence that a memorial like this deserves.

Lara S

Family

Verified booking

Last week

The organization was perfect! They moved our tour up by about an hour and a half, but we knew that could happen. Otherwise, the bus transfers and the tour itself were exceptionally well organized. In August, there are so many people, so the tour moves along a bit quickly. But our guide, Margherita—who spoke perfect Italian—led us with great professionalism, expertise, and deep respect. Needless to say, the tour was truly moving—we were moved to tears several times. Seeing those places in person—the children’s hair and shoes—stirs something deep inside you; it’s impossible to explain. We were so eager to take this tour that we recommend it to everyone! In fact, it should be mandatory for all schools.

Mark A

Family

Verified booking

Last week

Visiting Auschwitz-Birkenau was a deeply moving and unforgettable experience. Our guide was knowledgeable, respectful, and explained the history clearly and sensitively. Walking through the camp was emotionally difficult, but it gave us a much deeper understanding of the Holocaust and the importance of remembering its victims. The tour was very well organized and conducted with the dignity this place deserves. I highly recommend it to anyone interested in history—it is not an easy visit, but it is an important and meaningful one.

Christina M

Family

Verified booking

Last week

Absolutely amazing experience with Headout! Everything was really well organised from start to finish. The transport was comfortable, the staff were friendly and helpful, and the whole experience ran smoothly. Visiting Auschwitz-Birkenau was incredibly moving and emotional, but also very meaningful. It’s a place everyone should visit at least once to understand and remember the history. I’m very happy with the service from Headout and would definitely recommend booking through them. Highly recommended! 🙏

Gabriele A

Couple

Verified booking

3 days ago

The minibus was on time for the pickup. We were 8 Italian tourists plus the girl who was driving the minibus. It takes a while to get to the camps because the road is single-lane and you can't go fast. When we arrived, entry was pretty simple and quick. Our guide, Margherita, was exceptional and always available for questions. We could really sense how touched she was by the tragedy. Birkenau is a much quicker visit, almost entirely outdoors: a gigantic camp that leaves you with profound reflections.

Immerse in a full-day guided historical tour to Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest Nazi concentration camp from World War II, starting from Krakow.

Enjoy fast-track entry 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.

Upgrade for an English-speaking guide, meeting-point pickup, and lunch for a hassle-free day.

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

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

Lunch (as per option selected)

Guided tour in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Dutch or Polish,

TOTAL DURATION7 hours 30 minutes
Start point
Krakow
Get direction
1 hr 30 min
66 km
1. Auschwitz I
Tickets included
Explore the 22 brick barracks that once held countless Holocaust victims. Visit Block 11, a chilling prison within the camp, known for its torture chambers and the first Zyklon B gas experiments.
10 min
3.2 km
2. Auschwitz II-Birkenau
Tickets included
10 min
3 km
3. Memorial
Tickets included
1 hr 30 min
66 km
End point
Krakow
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Judy G
Group
Verified booking
Aug 2026
Apart from the time being changed the day before from 9am to 5:30am (it meant we had more time to see other things later on in the day) the rest of the tour was excellent. The organisation was good no problems with the pick up or drop off. Approaching Aschwich, as we entered the car park, you could feel the atmosphere shift into a quiet respectful silence. Walking through the grounds and brick blocks was deeply solemn and tough experience and anchored to the atrocities which people endured. An unforgettable experience which we should never forget. Our guide was excellent and very knowledgeable she explained everything in detail and looked after us well. A must see experience that you will never forget!
Emily W
Solo
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The guide Karol was fabulous, but could have been approachable for more questions. It didn't take from the experience though. The driver was fabulous and kept everyone on time. The bus was on time. Everything went smoothly from start to finish. Plenty chances to snack. I wish this was never a museum/memorial people need to visit, but as a memorial it was done so well. You can read all you want, it doesn't compare to standing where they stood and I have come away with some inward reviewing.
Laurens S
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Very good organisation. Everything in the communication was clear and the transfer to Auschwitz was good. The tour was impressive of course, and it was nice to experience the humour of Pjotr in the bus afterwards. You will need that after your Auschwitz tour. Thanks for this.
Elizabeth V
Couple
Verified booking
Aug 2026
It was an unforgettable experience, and one that deserves our respect. The best part was our guide, Sergio, who explained everything so well and moved us to tears several times. It’s a part of history that everyone should learn about.
Damian S
Family
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
It was clear and professional, and the guides at Auschwitz, as well as the bus driver, were professional and attentive. It was a great experience—thank you.

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.

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 shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.