Guided Tours

Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Fast-Track Tickets & Transfer Options

Name: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Fast-Track Tickets & Transfer Options
Start: 2026-06-13T08:45:00
End: 2026-06-13T15:45:00
Location: Krakow

Guide leading Auschwitz-Birkenau tour with group in background.

Entrance gate with "arbeit macht frei" at Auschwitz concentration camp, Poland.

Visitor with audio guide at Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial, viewing prisoner photos in a hallway.

Minibus transfer to Auschwitz II with driver near entrance gate.

Duration

3 hrs 30 mins - 7 hrs 30 mins

Open today

7:30am - 7:00pm

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Guided tour

Transfers available

Pickup available

4.4/5(22,136)

Gaetano F

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Booked from Italy online without any problems. Paid online, a price that, in my opinion, was adequate for the offer and the place to visit. Unfortunately, there was no availability for a tour in Italian, but our English-speaking guide (which I understood) was wonderful. The trip was comfortable in a nice vehicle large enough for everyone. The driver was kind and good at driving. The organization in Auschwitz was perfect: a long, comprehensive tour, with extensive explanations and moments of reflection, which are needed here. The closing words of the visit by the guide were beautiful; unfortunately, I don't remember her name, but the organization can find her (visit on June 2, 2026 at 12:40 PM from Krakow). My comments, however, are that this work cannot be done differently here. The only flaw? You need to check that the meeting point for departure is the one booked, because for me it didn't match; many chats adequately resolved the problem, so watch out! Otherwise, everything else is fine.

David H

Group

Verified booking

4 days ago

Punctuality and freindliness of personnel! The whole trip was efficiently organised and ran according to plan, from pick-up in Krakow to transfer at Auschwitz-Birkenau and return to Krakow. Despite change in pick-up time we were all agreed it did not upset our day and was probably for the best as we were back in the city at a much more convenient time. The translation of our tour-guide was perfect and the communication perfect. I can recommend Royal Tours to anyone planning to visit Auschwitz, the tour itself is something averyone has to come to terms with during and after, this is one of those places on earth that has great historic significance, nonetheless not an easy place to visit.

L R

Couple

Verified booking

6 days ago

We were contacted in advance after the booking, so we knew all details before we left. We sat at the front on the bus and Camille our bus driver was a great driver so we felt very safe. Magda was a delight and looked after us all throughout the day, she was so polite and friendly. Anya was very knowledgeable as our guide, and also very friendly. It rained and was miserable but we think that was better as we weren't there to enjoy ourselves. The tour worked very well like a well oiled machine, and being in the surroundings meant more than reading about the topic. Thank you very much for looking after us Lisa & Ian

Ionascu M

Family

Verified booking

Yesterday

Turul la Auschwitz- Birkenau a fostul unul dintre cele mai frumoase vizite făcute de mine, atmosfera de poveste creată de ghid înainte de întrarea la Auschwitz a făcut ca totul să pară mai puțin apăsător, să avem compasiune, dar nu durere în suflet, am ascultat cu foarte mare placere și am savurat toate vorbele ghidului . Mă bucur tare mult că am făcut aceasta alegere și o să recomand și altor prieteni care vor dori să ajungă la Auschwitz sau în alte tari , ca pentru rezervări să aleagă headout. Mulțumesc mult pentru clipele petrecute în compania oamenilor dvs.!

Andrew K

Solo

Verified booking

3 days ago

Unfortunately due to to time constraints i could not get on an English tour so I decided on a French tour. Unfortunately my French was not as good as I thought it was but having read a lot about auschwitz, the tour lived upto and exceeded my expectations. It is certainly an eye opener. It was good to see so many teenagers and young adults on the tours. Hopefully this will ensure fingers crossed that this never happen again.

Reiner Z

Couple

Verified booking

Today

Angefangen hat es mit einem Missverständnis und die Tour wurde verschoben auf den Nachmittag. Aber es war kein großes Problem. Die Dame die als Führung uns begleitete machte einen ausgezeichneten Job und glänzte durch ein hohes Wissen so daß jede Minute interessant war. Man sollte niemals allein diese Besichtigung machen das viele Details entscheidend sein können um alles zu verstehen. Die Führer haben ein großes Fachwissen.

Experience a journey through history on this guided tour, ideal for history enthusiasts and those seeking to understand the Holocaust.

Get fast-track entry into Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau with pre-booked tickets, saving valuable time.

Traverse the haunting remnants of original barracks, gas chamber ruins, and stand before Auschwitz's iconic main gate, soaking in the weight of history.

Opt for ticket options including last-minute English guided tours, and the flexibility to choose a guide in your preferred language.

The infamous sign at the Auschwitz gate, ‘Arbeit Macht Frei’ (Work Sets You Free), was made by prisoners who subtly sabotaged it, inverting the 'B' as an act of defiance.

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

Guided tour by an official English/Italian/German/French/Spanish/Polish-speaking Auschwitz-Birkenau guide (as per option selected)

Last-minute English guided tour (as per option selected)

Hotel pick-up (as per option selected)

Local host

Headsets

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Luciano S
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The tour was well-organized and on time, but the guide lacked impact The tour was very well organized and perfectly on time. The main coordinator on the bus was very friendly, strict about the schedule, and provided clear logistics for the day, ensuring that everything went smoothly at both Auschwitz I and Birkenau. The main drawback was the site-specific guide who led us through the camps. Although her Spanish was good and the statistical information was accurate, the presentation felt a bit superficial, likely due to a slight language barrier. When participants asked questions, the answers often reverted to data already presented rather than providing new clarity. Furthermore, the narrative lacked the profound historical impact that such a significant site demands. The explanation of the camp’s scale and cruelty felt more statistical than immersive. We rushed through deeply impactful areas, such as the exhibits of prisoners’ personal belongings, the gas chambers, and the barracks at Birkenau, without being given adequate time to pause, reflect, and fully process the gravity of what happened there. Overall, the logistics and organization were excellent, but the tour itself could have provided much greater historical and emotional depth.
Gaetano F
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Booked from Italy online without any problems. Paid online, a price that, in my opinion, was adequate for the offer and the place to visit. Unfortunately, there was no availability for a tour in Italian, but our English-speaking guide (which I understood) was wonderful. The trip was comfortable in a nice vehicle large enough for everyone. The driver was kind and good at driving. The organization in Auschwitz was perfect: a long, comprehensive tour, with extensive explanations and moments of reflection, which are needed here. The closing words of the visit by the guide were beautiful; unfortunately, I don't remember her name, but the organization can find her (visit on June 2, 2026 at 12:40 PM from Krakow). My comments, however, are that this work cannot be done differently here. The only flaw? You need to check that the meeting point for departure is the one booked, because for me it didn't match; many chats adequately resolved the problem, so watch out! Otherwise, everything else is fine.
Giuseppe F
Family
Verified booking
3 days ago
Unfortunately, I have to say that everything was going smoothly right up until the day before, but on the last day I received a text message saying that my reservation had been moved up by four hours. Right up until the last minute, I wasn’t sure if that included the return trip—the message was unclear— so I was also worried about the train schedules, since luckily I had a return flight at 9:00 p.m. Until I met the tour guides, everything was a mystery.Then, fortunately, everything was perfect: the driver was excellent, the tour guide was very kind and knowledgeable, and luckily she didn’t speak Italian as well as she claimed—for me, it was her second language. The tour guide inside the concentration camp was fantastic. I have to say that in the end, I was very happy.
David H
Group
Verified booking
4 days ago
Punctuality and freindliness of personnel! The whole trip was efficiently organised and ran according to plan, from pick-up in Krakow to transfer at Auschwitz-Birkenau and return to Krakow. Despite change in pick-up time we were all agreed it did not upset our day and was probably for the best as we were back in the city at a much more convenient time. The translation of our tour-guide was perfect and the communication perfect. I can recommend Royal Tours to anyone planning to visit Auschwitz, the tour itself is something averyone has to come to terms with during and after, this is one of those places on earth that has great historic significance, nonetheless not an easy place to visit.
L R
Couple
Verified booking
6 days ago
We were contacted in advance after the booking, so we knew all details before we left. We sat at the front on the bus and Camille our bus driver was a great driver so we felt very safe. Magda was a delight and looked after us all throughout the day, she was so polite and friendly. Anya was very knowledgeable as our guide, and also very friendly. It rained and was miserable but we think that was better as we weren't there to enjoy ourselves. The tour worked very well like a well oiled machine, and being in the surroundings meant more than reading about the topic. Thank you very much for looking after us Lisa & Ian

Guided tour of History's darkest chapter

This guided tour is a melancholy exploration of Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II–Birkenau, the infamous Nazi concentration camps. With over 1.5 million innocent lives lost during the Holocaust, these camps are enduring reminders of humanity's darkest chapter. An official guide leads your tour. Take in the haunting remnants of the camp, visit the barracks and the ruins of the gas chamber, and pay homage to the lives lost. A local host will meet you near Auschwitz I and ease your entry with pre-booked fast-track tickets.

Tailored tours and fast-track entry

Choose from English/Italian/German/French/Spanish/Polish-speaking Auschwitz-Birkenau guides or the Last-Minute English guided tour for spontaneous decisions. Your ticket includes a fast-track entry into both Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II–Birkenau, bypassing the long queues. With headsets provided for an immersive auditory experience, you are set to delve deep into the Holocaust's harrowing history. Between the tour of Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II–Birkenau, there will be a 10-15 minute break for lunch, after which you will board a bus for the second part of the visit.

What’s not allowed

Please note that pets, smoking, luggage or large bags are not allowed.

Strict dress code: short skirts are not allowed.

Large bags and backpacks are not allowed inside the museum; only bags up to 30x20x10 cm in size are permitted.

Baby strollers are not allowed inside.

Accessibility

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair.

Additional information

Guests may have to wait in long queues for some time before entering the camp. Please expect a considerable wait time at the entrance during peak season.

Please note that tour timings may change, even within 24 hours of the scheduled start time. Kindly check the latest timing before your experience.

Larger bags and luggage can be stored in the cloakroom.

Pickup times are approximate and may vary on the day of your visit. While your preferred time will be recorded, the exact schedule is confirmed one day in advance and shared via email and/or WhatsApp, so we recommend allowing some flexibility when planning your day.

If your accommodation is outside the pickup zone, in a restricted area, or in a location with limited vehicle access, you may be asked to meet at the closest available pickup point.

Auschwitz is a highly regulated and sensitive historical site, and there are occasions when fast-track access cannot be guaranteed due to decisions made directly by the museum authorities.

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.