Guided Tours

From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Transfers

Name: From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Transfers
Start: 2026-01-08T07:55:00
End: 2026-01-08T15:25:00
Location: Krakow

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 - 03:00pm

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Guided tour

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

(11,722)

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.

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
Start point
Krakow
Get direction
90 min
66 km
1. Auschwitz I
Tickets included
10 min
3.2 km
2. Auschwitz II-Birkenau
Tickets included
10 min
3 km
3. Memorial
Tickets included
90 min
66 km
End point
Krakow
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point

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.

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

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 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.