From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Hotel Transfers
From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Hotel Transfers
Duration: 7 hours (approx.)
7 hours (approx.)
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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.
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
Exterior view of Auschwitz I barracks with barbed wire fences, Poland.
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.
Guide explaining historical exhibits at Auschwitz Birkenau to visitors.
Auschwitz-Birkenau barracks and barbed wire fence under a blue sky.
Exterior view of Auschwitz I barracks with barbed wire fences, Poland.
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.
What to bring
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It’s recommended to wear comfortable shoes.
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Have your passport or ID ready for a seamless experience.
What's not allowed
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Strict dress code: respectful attire.
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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
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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.
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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.
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The maximum size bag permitted on this tour is 30 x 20 x 10 centimeters.
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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.
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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.
Auschwitz-Birkenau entrance gate with warning sign, part of guided tour from Krakow.
Wooden barracks interior at Auschwitz-Birkenau, part of the guided tour experience.
Crematorium interior at Auschwitz-Birkenau with metal cart on tracks.
Auschwitz-Birkenau entrance gate with warning sign, part of guided tour from Krakow.
Wooden barracks interior at Auschwitz-Birkenau, part of the guided tour experience.
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Operating hours
Auschwitz concentration camp
- Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.
- Closed on 1st Jan 2026 and 25th Dec 2026.
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