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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

07:30am - 02:00pm

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Transfers included

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

(11,413)

Momchil Ivanov

Momchil

Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
We really loved the overall experience! The only downside that can be mentioned is the early start. If you read the comments section before making any reservation online, then you are aware that the hour you choose and the actual hour of the meeting are two completely different things 😄. Regarding that, the guys from the tour are completely professional about it, they wrote me in two different places about the change of the meeting time to make sure we are aware. Following with the good example was our tour organiser Philip. He was extremely helpful and kept us informed about everything going on. The quality of the bus was really nice and the ride was pretty enjoyable. About the place itself - it's something you have to see with your own eyes.
William Hunter

William

Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Our experience was pefect, however, we did find out after we originally booked that Headout/TheAuschwitzTours aren't a single company that deal with the tranfers and tickets. Each time slot that you book is headed up by a different, our-sourced company. We were lucky enough to have been sourced to Welcome In Cracow. This company book your tickets, under your name as soon as they get the booking and pick you up at a reasonable time, also offer a decent luch at a good price. There are unfortuantely other companies that do not bother booking your slot and pick you up at insane times like 2am to get you there hours before it opens to wait in a queue to buy tickets, that aren't guaranteed. I highly recommend booking direct with Welcome In Crakow.
delphine bessot

Delphine

Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
For transparency of service and management. Entrance to Auschwitz at the moment is limited (the reason is unknown to us) and therefore to ensure our entry, the agency organized the trip at 1.35 am. .... we waited about 7 hours but we ensured our visit . After talking to other French people, several of them were "misled" by agencies and were unable to visit. This explains my comment: a transparent, responsible agency that was able to guarantee us service even though the conditions were more than unusual. Room for improvement: blankets, coffee and better organization for the compulsory wait to guarantee entry.
    • 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.

  • 4.4
    11,413 reviews

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    What our guests say

    Cristina Maria Hernandez Diaz

    Cristina

    Dec 2025
    Verified booking
    4/5
    Everything is well thought out so that you get a ticket almost impossible for those of us who booked in advance with sold out tickets. The guide did his best to get the ticket and had the group under control despite having all different schedules, very good for him. Tough working conditions. What I didn't like is that when you buy the experience, they don't warn you that you are actually buying something not available and that English is not assured either and that to get it you have to go through a tough procedure with 4 hours of queuing in the open air with minus 2 degrees leaving at 2:30 in the morning. We did the tour in Polish and the whole excursion lasted 12 hours. Even with all this Auschwitz is worth it. If this was clear, they would have better reviews for sure. I give 4 stars for the guide, but not the company. Try to buy in advance with Civitatis in your language on tickets already available.
    Louise Victoria Arnold

    Louise

    Dec 2025
    Verified booking
    3/5
    We enjoyed our guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau. Communication was good and we appreciated the option to get a lunch delivered on the bus. Our time did change to 3 hours earlier than we booked but that's ok, sort of expected it being winter. We queued for an hour outside but once in we were quickly ushered to start our tour. I liked that we had a small group and a headphone set to listen to the guide. The guide was knowledgeable and respectful which I liked. The tour did feel rushed as it was very busy and we didn't spend much time in Birkenau as I thought we would. Transport was good and we could leave our bags on the bus too.
    Kerry Cranham

    Kerry

    Dec 2025
    Verified booking
    4/5
    I have always wanted to visit Auschwitz and I am so glad I did. We went in Dec which is low season apparently, however the queues told a different story. Be prepared to wait a little as it is very busy! Wrap up warm. Our guides were very knowledgeable. On the coach our guide was very informative, giving us a taste of what was to come. We were then handed over to our Auschwitz guide who completed the story.
    Klarens René Ochoa Mendoza

    Klarens

    Dec 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    I took the tour with my wife and we liked it very much. The guide was very professional and very knowledgeable about the history of the place. We asked her some questions and she was very nice when answering. In addition, she had a very good level of Spanish and was perfectly understood. 100% recommended
    Laure Bortolami

    Laure

    Dec 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    A truly exceptional visit with a guide who was involved and touched by the history of the place. Everything was precise and explained in the best possible way. Just lots and lots of people at the start of the tour and in places in the camp, which made the place a bit unnatural. But I highly recommend it.
  • 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

    Monday07:30am - 02:00pm
    Tuesday07:30am - 02:00pm
    Wednesday07:30am - 02:00pm
    Thursday07:30am - 02:00pm
    Friday07:30am - 02:00pm
    Saturday07:30am - 02:00pm
    Sunday07:30am - 02:00pm
  • 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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