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From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Hotel Transfers

Guide explaining historical exhibits at Auschwitz Birkenau to visitors.
Auschwitz-Birkenau barracks and barbed wire fence under a blue sky.
Crematorium interior at Auschwitz-Birkenau with metal cart on tracks.
Auschwitz-Birkenau entrance gate with warning sign, part of guided tour from Krakow.

Duration

7 hr

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07:30am - 04:00pm

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Delve into World War II history with a full-day guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau from Krakow, complete with hotel transfers.

4.5/5

(5,467)

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)
Francesca Spizzirri

Francesca

Dec 2025
Verified booking
Visit auschwitz-birkenau with this company was an incredibile experience! It was everything well organised, we appreciated the fact that the driver come really near to our position and also for the return! The driver was very gentle, friendly and professional, for sure, always next to the group! The guide was so emphatic and professional too, her moderate tone was very suitable for the moment and the place, so respectful but also with so much history! We appreciated the lauch box, a very smart idea! We think that this service is fantastic and precise as it is and we are very glad to have done it together with this fantastic group!
    • Hop aboard a comfortable air-conditioned minivan for a full-day guided journey into the chilling history of World War II, starting from Krakow.

    • Walk through the iron gates of KL Auschwitz 1, explore haunting brick barracks and visit the Memorial commemorating the Jews who lost their lives here.

    • Enter Auschwitz II-Birkenau, opened in March 1942 as a site for the extermination of over 1 million Jews during the Holocaust.

    • Customise the tour with language preferences, opt for an optional upgrade to a private English-guided tour or enjoy a delicious lunch box.

    • Did you know? The prisoners in Auschwitz were tattooed with a number, which was a unique identifier. This practice was unique to Auschwitz and was not done in other concentration camps.

    • Full-day Auschwitz-Birkenau guided tour

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

    • Expert English/French/German/Italian/Spanish/Polish-speaking tour guide (as per option selected)

    • Round-trip AC transfers from Krakow

    • Pick-up from the hotel or a convenient meeting point

    • English-speaking experienced driver

    • Lunchbox (as per option selected)

    • Private English guided tour (as per option selected)

    • Headsets (only in the first camp)

    • Pick-up & drop-off from hotels located far from the center of Krakow
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • 5,467 reviews

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    What our guests say

    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.
    Paul Middleton

    Paul

    Jan 2026
    Verified booking
    The pick up and drop of from the hotel was spot on. The minibus was comfy and clean, the driver was polite. When booking the tickets we selected 08:10 pick up.09:30 was the arrival time. 11:15 arrival. Tour started at 11:30, and where completed by 1525. The lady tour guide was very quiet, didn't matter so much around first tour as we had headphones and she had a mic, but part 2 she didn't have these and was hard to hear. Throughout the whole first part we where constantly being chased by other tour groups and that interfered with our interactions. Just too many tours doing same route.
    Caspar van de Ven

    Caspar

    Jan 2026
    Verified booking
    Our visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau was very impressive! The transport to Auschwitz was well organized. Our driver Matthew made sure we were well informed about the pick-up and drop-off. He also gave us some great tips about bars and restaurants for our stay in Krakow. The guide during the tour was also very good. She told us all about the history of Auschwitz-Birkenau. It was a successful and impressive day!
    Niral Desai

    Niral

    Jan 2026
    Verified booking
    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.
    Fabio Jose Lafeta da Silva

    Fabio

    Jan 2026
    Verified booking
    Visiting Auschwitz is not a tourist experience, it is an exercise in memory, conscience and humanity. The silence, the names and the stories remind us how far hatred can go when indifference wins. It is about using this experience to pass on to my children the importance of fighting for a just and equal society for all.
  • Haunting exploration of Auschwitz-Birkenau

    Travel comfortably from Krakow in an air-conditioned vehicle to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial Museum. Step through the iron gate of KL Auschwitz 1, etched with the deceptive words 'Work Sets You Free', and explore the haunting remnants of the 22 brick barracks that once housed hundreds of thousands of Holocaust victims.

    A glimpse into the unthinkable

    Here, you will be led to block 11, notoriously known as 'the prison within the prison', home to brutal torture chambers and initial extermination attempts using Zyklon B. The tour continues to KL Auschwitz 2 Birkenau, where over 1 million lives were lost. This engaging, expert-guided tour, available in the language of your preference, concludes with a reflective visit to the Memorial, where you can pay your respects to the victims of this horrific genocide.

    Customizable experience

    Enhance your experience with an optional inclusion of a lunchbox. For a more personal experience, a private English-guided tour is available, offering an intimate and insightful journey into Europe's history—perfect for history lovers and curious visitors alike.

  • Auschwitz concentration camp

    Monday07:30am - 04:00pm
    Tuesday07:30am - 04:00pm
    Wednesday07:30am - 04:00pm
    Thursday07:30am - 04:00pm
    Friday07:30am - 04:00pm
    Saturday07:30am - 04:00pm
    Sunday07:30am - 04:00pm
  • 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 flash photography, alcohol, drugs, and baby carriages are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!

    Accessibility

    • This experience is not wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

    Additional information

    • The pace and duration of the tours are determined by the memorial’s visitor service. Hence, the pick-up time/duration of the tour is subject to change.

    • Note: As per the requirements of the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, all participants are required to provide their full name and contact details as part of the booking. Entry may be refused if the name provided on the booking is not identical to the name on the ID provided when entering.

    • The maximum size bag permitted on this tour is 30 x 20 x 10 centimeters.

    • 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.

    • 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.

    • 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.

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