Guided Tours

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

Name: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Fast-Track Tickets & Transfer Options
Start: 2026-01-10T06:15:00
End: 2026-01-10T13:45:00
Location: Krakow

Guide leading Auschwitz-Birkenau tour with group in background.

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

Auschwitz-Birkenau barracks with visitors walking along the gravel path.

Barbed wire fence and brick buildings at Auschwitz sub-camp, Poland.

Duration

3 hr 30 min - 7 hr 30 min

Open today

07:30am - 03:00pm

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Guided tour

Transfers included

Hotel pickup

4.3/5

(20,953)

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

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.

Susan

Dec 2025

Verified booking

5/5

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.

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
Sirbu
Jan 2026
Verified booking
5/5
I enjoyed the Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with the fast-track tickets and transfer options, as everything was well organized and ran smoothly from start to finish. The transportation was convenient, the timing was well managed, and the overall experience met my expectations. The only slight downside was the museum-assigned guide, whose guiding style did not fully resonate with me; however, this was clearly not the organizer’s fault, as the guide is provided directly by the museum. Overall, it was a meaningful and well-arranged visit, and I appreciated the professionalism of the organizers.
Irene
Jan 2026
Verified booking
5/5
We booked for 7 am, but they picked us up at 5:40 am, which was great. There was no queue, the timing was perfect, and the English guide was very nice and well-prepared. Everything was excellent. We will recommend this experience to everyone! Don't be afraid to start very early in the morning, especially during busy periods (such as 2nd January). It was a very emotional and cultural trip. Everyone should do it at least once in their life.
Niral
Jan 2026
Verified booking
4/5
The tour was good and overall very well managed. Despite selecting an early morning option, the actual timing was later, which I understand can depend on ticket availability from the museum side. However, this change did affect my other plans for the day in Krakow. That said, the coordination, transfers, and guided experience itself were handled smoothly and professionally, and the tour was otherwise wonderfully managed.
Cristina
Jan 2026
Verified booking
5/5
The tour was well organized, we had the shuttle from Krakow that took us to Aushwits camp 1 and then the transfer to Birkenau was also included. We were shown a documentary video during the trip which was very interesting. When we arrived there a guide welcomed us and explained smdettagliatanebte what there was to know. Very impressive and exciting
Phoenix
Jan 2026
Verified booking
5/5
Our time got rescheduled to 5:40am pick up arrived at the destination for 7:00am, which turned out better as we did not have to wait in any queues. We received our tickets for the tour on the bus before arrival. The tour guide began at 8am and finished 11am. Amazing experience overall would highly recommend getting Fast Track tickets.

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.

Auschwitz concentration camp

Monday	07:30am - 03:00pm	last entry 04:30pm
Tuesday	07:30am - 03:00pm	last entry 04:30pm
Wednesday	07:30am - 03:00pm	last entry 04:30pm
Thursday	07:30am - 03:00pm	last entry 04:30pm
Friday	07:30am - 03:00pm	last entry 04:30pm
Saturday	07:30am - 03:00pm	last entry 04:30pm
Sunday	07:30am - 03:00pm	last entry 04:30pm

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.

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.

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.

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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.