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Full-Day Tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine with Transfers from Krakow & Lunch

Auschwitz-Birkenau brick buildings and barbed wire fences on a guided tour in Poland.
Auschwitz-Birkenau entrance gate with warning sign, part of full-day tour.
Wieliczka Salt Mine's wooden structures and chandelier, part of full-day tour.
Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp buildings and barbed wire fence under cloudy sky.

Duration

11 hr

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Transfers included

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

Explore the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and learn more about the history of two concentration camps and a historic mine with your tour guide. Also, wander through the underground city of the Wieliczka Salt Mine.

    • Explore two concentration camps and one historic mine in one tour!

    • Pay your respects to Holocaust victims and get insights into the lives lived by them as you explore Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum with your tour guide.

    • Visit the largest concentration camp of the Nazi Holocaust and learn more about its dark history.

    • Unwind and relax as you indulge in a wholesome meal with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.

    • After this descend 135 meters below ground level to the Wieliczka Salt Mine and explore the chambers, sculptures, and miner workplaces, all with your tour guide.

    • Entry tickets

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

    • Private transport in an air-conditioned vehicle

    • Lunchbox - vegetarian & non-vegetarian options available (optional)

    • Service of an experienced driver/English-speaking tour manager

    • Tour with a professional guide

    • Audio rental equipment

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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    Robyn Lee McLean

    Robyn

    Jan 2024
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Very informative and educational tour. Daniel our tour guide was very helpful and accommodating and gave very clear instructions.
    J Richards

    J

    Sep 2023
    Verified booking
    5/5
    It was an amazing experience from start to finish,everything
    Juan Pocholo Mandigal

    Juan

    Sep 2023
    Verified booking
    5/5
    I did the auschwitz and salt mine tours, I liked the pacing didn't feel rushed, and the guides were great.
    Buster Charman

    Buster

    Mar 2023
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Great tour, the guides where great! Big up Charles and Pavel, brilliant duo that made us feel welcome and answered all our questions. Would highly recommend using this group for your tours 😁👌
    Joshua Popely

    Joshua

    Feb 2023
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Great day! All in it took over 10 hours yet the day didn't feel long.
  • Get insights into the lives of innocents who became victims of the Holocaust. Explore the largest concentration camp of the Nazi Holocaust, the memorial and museum in Auschwitz-Birkenau, and hear stories and facts about the prisoners held here. At the next concentration camp of Birkenau, you will be able to explore and witness the original barracks and locations where prisoners were held.

    After this, you will be treated to a wholesome mouth-watering lunch, which includes both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. After you unwind and get refreshed with this fulfilling meal, you will head to the Wieliczka Salt Mine, which is 135meters below sea level. Here, you will explore authentic miner workplaces, sculptures, and chambers there.

    Please note:

    • After the visit to Auschwitz Birkenau Memorial, you will be taken back to Krakow where the lunch break of approx. 1 hour will be given.
  • Wieliczka Salt Mine

    Monday08:00am - 06:00pm
    Tuesday08:00am - 06:00pm
    Wednesday08:00am - 06:00pm
    Thursday08:00am - 06:00pm
    Friday08:00am - 06:00pm
    Saturday08:00am - 06:00pm
    Sunday08:00am - 06:00pm

    Auschwitz concentration camp

    Monday07:30am - 05:00pm
    Tuesday07:30am - 05:00pm
    Wednesday07:30am - 05:00pm
    Thursday07:30am - 05:00pm
    Friday07:30am - 05:00pm
    Saturday07:30am - 05:00pm
    Sunday07:30am - 05:00pm
  • Important Information

    • The pace and duration of the tours are determined by the memorial’s visitor service. Hence, pick up time/duration of the tour are 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 exact location and pickup time will be provided to you by the tour operator 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 Celsius degrees. 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.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID while boarding.

    • Please arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid delays.

    • If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification.

    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.

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