From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau & Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour
From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau & Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour
Duration: Flexible (up to 11 hours)
Flexible (up to 11 hours)
Comfortable roundtrip transfers in a A/C Bus
Comfortable roundtrip transfers in a A/C Bus
Expert local tour guide
Expert local tour guide
Convenient pick-up at your location
Convenient pick-up at your location
Get your booking confirmed instantly
Get your booking confirmed instantly
Explore Krakow with this expertly guided day trip, combining visits to Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine in one smooth journey of discovery over an 11-hour period. This tour begins your adventure at a central meeting point in Krakow, where you'll be welcomed by the guide who will provide all necessary details for the day ahead. Your itinerary includes visiting Auschwitz-Birkenau, established as the largest Nazi concentration camp and now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Explore Krakow with this expertly guided day trip, combining visits to Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine in one smooth journey of discovery over an 11-hour period. This tour begins your adventure at a central meeting point in Krakow, where you'll be welcomed by the guide who will provide all necessary details for the day ahead. Your itinerary includes visiting Auschwitz-Birkenau, established as the largest Nazi concentration camp and now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Experience an memorable journey with our Full-day From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau & Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour. This tour spans 11 hours and includes visits to both the World Heritage Site of Auschwitz-Birkenau, a Historic Monument in Poland, and the UNESCO-listed Wieliczka Salt Mine.
Enjoy air-conditioned bus transfers throughout your day trip for maximum comfort while being accompanied by an Expert guide who speaks Your English. This ensures smooth navigation between sites with minimal effort on your part.
Learn about history at Auschwitz-Birkenau, where you'll explore the original barracks and powerful memorials that stand as a testament to past events.
Venture deep beneath the earth's surface in Wieliczka Salt Mine, home to vast chambers adorned with intricate salt sculptures. Here lies centuries of mining heritage waiting for your discovery.
Relax knowing logistics are taken care of; whether you're picked up from your Hotel or a designated Meeting point, drop-off and pick-up services ensure an effortless experience.
Admission for Auschwitz-Birkenau I and II
Access to the Wieliczka Salt Mine, a Historic Monument & World Heritage Site
Ticket use at the Wieliczka Salt Mine Auschwitz
A knowledgeable English-speaking Expert guide from Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau & Wieliczka Salt Mine Guided Tour
Pickup and drop-off service for your Hotel (option based)
Use of Meeting point pick-up (option based)
One set of Headsets
Individual Costs
Auschwitz-Birkenau barbed wire fence and Wieliczka Salt Mine sculptures, Krakow tour.
This Full-day tour offers an expertly guided journey starting in Krakow to explore Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine. Spanning 11 hours, this trip is designed for those who wish to explore history.
Starting Point
Your adventure begins at a meeting point in Krakow where your tour guide will welcome you upon arrival from your hotel or pick-up location. After confirming your booking and checking in quickly, board an air-conditioned bus equipped with headsets for the day’s itinerary briefing.
Highlights of Your Visit
The Auschwitz-Birkenau site, established in 1940, stands as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is renowned as the largest Nazi concentration camp. An English-speaking guide will provide insights into its history through preserved barracks and memorials, sharing poignant stories from this significant location.
- Auschwitz I: Explore the original site of Auschwitz-Birkenau, marked by the infamous "Arbeit macht frei" gate. Witness preserved barracks that illustrate the harsh realities faced by prisoners during its operation.
- Auschwitz II-Birkenau: Traverse the expansive grounds where numerous tragic events took place. Here you can view remnants of the railway platform and crematoria, integral to understanding the site's history.
The Wieliczka Salt Mine Adventure
Located in Poland near Krakow, this historic mine takes visitors 135 meters underground into a world filled with artistry. Recognized as both a National Historic Monument and UNESCO World Heritage Site, it features stunning salt sculptures and chapels crafted by miners over the centuries.
- Underground Chambers: Navigate through an intricate network of chambers and tunnels that house four chapels and numerous statues sculpted from rock salt. These creations highlight both artistic expression and historical significance within the mine.
Guide explaining Auschwitz Birkenau history during a tour, standing near informational boards.
Auschwitz I barracks with barbed wire fences and brick buildings under a clear sky.
Auschwitz-Birkenau barbed wire fence and Wieliczka Salt Mine sculptures, Krakow tour.
Guide explaining Auschwitz Birkenau history during a tour, standing near informational boards.
Auschwitz I barracks with barbed wire fences and brick buildings under a clear sky.
Visitors exploring the ornate chapel inside Wieliczka Salt Mine on a guided tour.
What to bring
- A valid passport or ID card matching your booking name is required for entry. Don't forget it!
- Snacks and a packed lunch are essential, as food and drinks aren’t provided.
If eligible, carry a student card to avail of any discounts available.
What’s not allowed
- Bags or backpacks larger than 20 x 30 cm cannot be taken inside the sites.
- Pets are prohibited from entering the premises.
- The carrying of weapons, sharp objects, alcohol, and drugs is strictly forbidden.
- Smoking is not allowed at any point during your visit or in vehicles.
- Certain dress codes apply: short skirts and sleeveless shirts are banned.
No food and drinks can be taken into specific areas of the sites.
Accessibility
- This tour is not designed for those with mobility impairments or wheelchair users.
Babies under one year are also unable to participate in this experience.
Additional information
- Pickup times may vary, typically starting between 5am and 10am. You'll receive the exact time via email a day prior.
- To enter Auschwitz-Birkenau, participants need to provide their full name and contact details that match those on their ID; discrepancies can lead to entry denial.
- The pace and length of your tour are at the discretion of the memorial's visitor service and may differ.
- Tours could be canceled due to circumstances beyond control, but a full refund is assured in such cases.
Be prepared for an extensive day involving considerable walking and standing.
Underground lake with wooden walkways in Wieliczka Salt Mine, Poland.
Crematorium ovens inside Auschwitz I barracks.
Visitors exploring the ornate chapel inside Wieliczka Salt Mine on a guided tour.
Underground lake with wooden walkways in Wieliczka Salt Mine, Poland.
Crematorium ovens inside Auschwitz I barracks.
Bring a valid passport or ID card that matches the name on your booking to ensure smooth entry at both sites.
Pack snacks and a lunch as food and drinks are not provided during the tour; this will keep you energized throughout the day.
If eligible, carry a student card for potential discounts when visiting these iconic locations.
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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.
Wieliczka Salt Mine
- Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.
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