Krakow Tours

An Unforgettable Journey Beneath the Earth: Wieliczka Salt Mines Visiting the Wieliczka Salt Mines, just outside Krakow, is one of those rare travel experiences that stays with you long after you’ve returned home. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is more than a mine, it’s a subterranean wonderland where history, art, and human ingenuity converge in an astonishing display. From the moment you descend the ancient stairways into the cool, echoing depths, the atmosphere is captivating. The air is crisp and slightly salty, and the play of shadows on the roughly hewn walls sparks your imagination. What makes Wieliczka truly exceptional, however, are the chambers — vast, cathedral-like spaces carved entirely from salt, each with its own story. The Chapel of St. Kinga alone is worth the trip. This awe-inspiring underground cathedral is a masterpiece of craftsmanship: chandeliers, altarpieces, reliefs and even the Stations of the Cross, all sculpted from rock salt. The way light plays across the crystalline surfaces gives the chamber a sacred, almost otherworldly ambiance that words fail to fully capture. Throughout the guided tour, you also encounter miners’ quarters, fascinating exhibits on mining techniques through the centuries, and whimsical sculptures that reflect local culture and folklore, all crafted by the miners themselves. Each turn of the path reveals another surprise: a massive salt wall, an intricately carved statue, or a cozy resting chamber that once served as a meeting hall. The experience strikes a perfect balance between educational and awe-inspiring. Insightful guides bring the mine’s history to life, from medieval times to the modern era, ensuring that visitors of all ages walk away not only impressed, but genuinely enriched. Whether you’re a history buff, art lover, adventure seeker, or simply someone looking for a one-of-a-kind destination, the Wieliczka Salt Mines are nothing short of phenomenal. It’s more than a tourist attraction — it’s an underground world where human creativity literally shines.

It was well organized, the meeting point was close to the hotel, and it's a great tour with guides in all the languages.

The visit was very good. Although the pick up time varied from the time initially planned. They were very kind and let us wait in the van so that we were not cold. There were a lot of people already at 2am. Everyone was very nice and the service was great.

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.

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.

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.

The museum is a treasure time capsule which allows a rare look into the past. It was most communicative and felt as if we were travelling in time. I highly recommend it to everyone! 🙏

We had an amazing experience on the guided tour of Wawel Castle & Cathedral on December 31st, 2025, at 2:00 PM. We were a group of three people from Romania and we truly enjoyed every moment of the tour. The guide provided a wealth of useful and interesting information, presented in a clear and engaging way. What impressed us the most was the guide’s excellent ability to manage the group, especially considering there were many children under 7 years old present. Despite this, the tour was very well organized, smooth, and enjoyable for everyone. It was truly an extraordinary experience that we highly recommend. Daniel