Guided Tours

Combo: From Krakow - Auschwitz-Birkenau & Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour

Name: Combo: From Krakow - Auschwitz-Birkenau & Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour
Start: 2024-09-20T09:00:00
End: 2024-09-20T19:00:00
Location: Krakow

Inside Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration camp

Salt sculptures in the Wieliczka Salt Mine

Visit the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and pay your respects to the Holocaust victims. Learn about the history of the two concentration camps and a historic salt mine from your guide.

Highlights

This 1-day tour packs in a visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau with an exploration of the Wieliczka Salt Mine with round-trip Krakow transfers.
A knowledgeable guide sheds light on the horrors that unfolded at Auschwitz-Birkenau, ensuring a respectful and informative experience.
Descend 700 steps to discover the Wieliczka Salt Mine's network of chambers, lakes, and even a stunning underground chapel.
With round-trip transfers from Krakow taking care of the logistics, or the option of a lunch to take care of meals, you're off to a good start!
Did you know? The Wieliczka Salt Mine has been in operation for over 700 years, making it one of the world's oldest!

Inclusions

Full-day tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau & Wieliczka Salt Mine
English-speaking guide
Round-trip transfers from Krakow hotels or meeting point
Entry to Auschwitz-Birkenau
Entry to Wieliczka Salt Mine
Headsets (based on option selected)
Lunch box (based on option selected)

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Reviews

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Gianmarco

5/5

Aug, 2024

The tour was an eye opening experience, as it is only when you are there that you get to see how systematic the actions were carried out there. Also, the guide -a Polish woman- was very knowledgeable and always open to answering questions, which was much appreciated.

Daniela

4/5

Aug, 2024

Italian guide, meticulous explanation of everything in Auschwitz. Fair breaks and good time transfers. Only flaw that on the way back the driver dropped us off 2km from the hotel, when it was specified during the reservation that they would drop us off near our hotel since it was evening.

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Hana

5/5

Aug, 2024

Very interesting places, very professional, friendly and willing guides. The drivers were very good. The tour of Auschwitz was very well organized inside the camp, and the headsets with microphones were a very good idea. One small drawback: we would have liked to have had a schedule of the day's activities beforehand. Before we got off the bus on the way back from Auschwitz, we didn't know how or when we were going to the salt mine.

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Aaron

5/5

Aug, 2024

what an extraordinary and unforgettable tour experience. truly a full day immersed in history, exploring and learning about two profoundly distinct periods of time. everything was seamless: the buses were perfectly on schedule, check-ins were hassle free, and we were thoughtfully accounted for every step of the way. no matter how far we strayed from the group, the bus waited for us, ensuring we never felt rushed. but what truly set this tour apart was our guide, Lara - an absolute gem of a person. her warmth, kindness, and genuine care for everyone made all the difference. not only was she knowledgeable, and sensitive, but she also went above and beyond to make sure we felt comfortable as we moved from location to location. she didn’t just guide us, she brought the experience to life, making every moment feel a little more special and personal. Lara is just one of those rare people who leaves an impression that lasts long after the tour ends. as an american traveling in a foreign country and not speaking the native language, this tour made everything exceptionally easy and smooth. there were no moments of confusion or uncertainty, the guidance was clear, and we always knew exactly where to be and what was happening next. every step of the journey was thoughtfully laid out, removing any of the usual stresses that come with being in a new place. by the end of the day, i didn’t just feel like a tourist... i felt connected to the history, culture, and people in a way that left me fulfilled and grateful for the experience. this tour truly delivered a sense of ease and discovery appreciated by those who are naturally more anxious. i couldn't recommend it more.

Alexia

4/5

Aug, 2024

These are 2 visits that leave a lasting impression. They're well worth the detour. The 2 can be done in a day, but it's quite sporty. Day from 11am to 1pm. Plan to rest well on the buses. Remember to take your breakfast and picnic lunch with you, as well as water. The bus drivers and guides are very friendly and helpful. One big drawback: the organizers offer you the choice of meeting place and time, but in reality they don't take it into account. The day before, we received an SMS with a non-negotiable time and place. For us, it was a 20-minute walk instead of 5 minutes. And 1h30 earlier than planned!

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Your experience

Visit Auschwitz-Birkenau

Your day tour begins with a convenient pickup from your hotel or a central meeting point in Krakow. At Auschwitz-Birkenau, your guide will navigate your way through the memorial site. You'll start with Auschwitz: on the way, you'll be ushered with facts and chilling stories about the Nazi atrocities that took place in this concentration camp. After a short break, you'll be on your way to the second camp, Birkenau.

Historic salt mine

After an hour-long lunch break (on the full-day tour), you'll visit the Wieliczka Salt Mine. Your guide will explain the mine's history and point out incredible chambers, original sculptures, and authentic miner workplaces.

Itinerary

Auschwitz I Museum: 1.5 hours
Birkenau Museum: 1 hour
Lunch break: 1 hour
Salt Mine in Wieliczka: 2.5 hours
Travel back to Krakow

Know before you go

Important 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 Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, all participants are required to provide their full name 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.
Pick-up is possible from the hotels located in the center of Cracow. If your hotel location is in an area beyond this or in an area with limited traffic/accessibility, then you will be picked up from the nearest possible pickup place. The tour operator will provide the exact location and pickup time at least a day before your scheduled tour.
This is a walking tour that starts by going down 800 stairs. We recommend wearing sports shoes.
Sightseeing in the salt mine takes place 135 m under the surface where the temperature is between 14 and 16 degrees Celsius. We recommend wearing appropriate clothes.
Toilets located near the museum are paid.
The maximum dimensions of a bag: Auschwitz-Birkenau – 30 x 20 x 10 cm, Wieliczka Salt Mine – 35 x 20 x 20 cm.
Due to safety reasons, Wieliczka Salt Mine and Auschwitz-Birkenau visitors may undergo a personal and bag security check.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.