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Krakow to Auschwitz Birkenau Tours

Discover the somber reality of the Holocaust at the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp in Krakow. On an Auschwitz Birkenau tour, explore the memorial, visit not just the prisoner barracks, but the gas chambers as well. Get skip-the-line entry, guided tours, round-trip transfers from Krakow, and combo offers with your tour.

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07:30 AM - 05:00 PM

Recommended duration

4 hours

Krakow to Auschwitz Birkenau Tours
Auschwitz Birkenau II entrance gate with railway tracks leading into the concentration camp.
Guide leading a group through Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp, Poland.
Entrance gate with 'Arbeit Macht Frei' at Auschwitz concentration camp, Poland.
Auschwitz-Birkenau barracks with barbed wire fence in the foreground.
Memorial and Muzeum Auschwitz - Birkenau Former German Nazi Concentration Extermination Camp, Poland
Auschwitz-Birkenau I barracks interior with wooden bunks and dim lighting.
Auschwitz Birkenau entrance gate with railway tracks leading to Auschwitz I crematorium.
Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial entrance with audio guide signs visible.
Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial entrance with audio guide visitors.
Shoes exhibit at Auschwitz Birkenau Memorial Museum, symbolizing lives lost during the Holocaust.
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3 hr 30 min
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  • Experience a journey through history on this guided tour, ideal for history enthusiasts and those seeking to understand the Holocaust.

  • Enjoy fast-track entry into Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau with pre-booked tickets, saving valuable time.

  • Traverse the haunting remnants of original barracks, gas chamber ruins, and stand before Auschwitz's iconic main gate, soaking in the weight of history.

  • Opt for ticket options including last-minute English guided tours, and the flexibility to choose a guide in your preferred language.

  • Did you know? The infamous sign at the Auschwitz gate, ‘Arbeit Macht Frei’ (Work Sets You Free), was made by prisoners who subtly sabotaged it, inverting the 'B' as an act of defiance.

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  • Experience a journey through history on this guided tour, ideal for history enthusiasts and those seeking to understand the Holocaust.

  • Enjoy fast-track entry into Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau with pre-booked tickets, saving valuable time.

  • Traverse the haunting remnants of original barracks, gas chamber ruins, and stand before Auschwitz's iconic main gate, soaking in the weight of history.

  • Opt for ticket options including last-minute English guided tours, and the flexibility to choose a guide in your preferred language.

  • Did you know? The infamous sign at the Auschwitz gate, ‘Arbeit Macht Frei’ (Work Sets You Free), was made by prisoners who subtly sabotaged it, inverting the 'B' as an act of defiance.

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Guided tour group at Auschwitz II entrance gate, Poland.
Entrance gate to Auschwitz I concentration camp with "Arbeit Macht Frei" sign, Poland.
Auschwitz I barracks exterior with barbed wire fences, Krakow guided tour.
Auschwitz I barracks interio, part of Warsaw tour experience.
Memorial wall at Auschwitz-Birkenau Camp honoring Holocaust victims.
Auschwitz-Birkenau crematorium interior in Krakow.
Railway wagon on tracks leading to Auschwitz II, Krakow, Poland.
Watchtowers at Auschwitz-Birkenau Camp in Krakow, Poland, with barbed wire fences in the foreground.
Auschwitz-Birkenau barracks with barbed wire fence in the foreground.
Auschwitz-Birkenau barracks with barbed wire fences in the foreground.
Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour with minibus transfer at Auschwitz II concentration camp.
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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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Auschwitz I watchtower with barbed wire fences in the foreground.
Guide leading a group through Auschwitz Birkenau concentration camp.
Auschwitz I barracks with barbed wire fences in Krakow, Poland.
Guided tour at Wieliczka Salt Mine underground chamber with carved salt sculptures, Poland.
Wieliczka Salt Mine underground lake with illuminated salt formations and reflections.
Wieliczka Salt Mine chamber with intricate salted sculptures, Krakow, Poland.
Auschwitz I barracks and crematorium in Krakow tour.
Auschwitz I barracks with barbed wire fences in Krakow, Poland.
Wieliczka Salt Mine underground chamber, Poland, guided tour experience.
Wieliczka Salt Mine underground chamber with salt lake and illuminated rock formations.
Transfer AC minibus for Auschwitz-Birkenau
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10 hr 30 min
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  • Go on an 11-hour guided tour, visiting both Auschwitz-Birkenau and the Wieliczka Salt Mine in one day. A perfect way to explore two iconic sites!

  • Expert guides shed light on the history of Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine, while round-trip AC bus transfers from Krakow ensure a smooth, hassle-free tour.

  • Auschwitz-Birkenau, established in 1940 near Oświęcim, stands as a symbol of horrific cruelty, exploring its barracks, gas chambers, and crematoriums.

  • Visit the UNESCO-listed Wieliczka Salt Mine, descend 64m, and explore chambers, salt shrines, and lakes, all in a unique, therapeutic microclimate.

  • Choose from flexible ticket options that include hotel pick-up and drop-off, and meeting point pick-up, tailoring your tour to your preferences.

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  • Go on an 11-hour guided tour, visiting both Auschwitz-Birkenau and the Wieliczka Salt Mine in one day. A perfect way to explore two iconic sites!

  • Expert guides shed light on the history of Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine, while round-trip AC bus transfers from Krakow ensure a smooth, hassle-free tour.

  • Auschwitz-Birkenau, established in 1940 near Oświęcim, stands as a symbol of horrific cruelty, exploring its barracks, gas chambers, and crematoriums.

  • Visit the UNESCO-listed Wieliczka Salt Mine, descend 64m, and explore chambers, salt shrines, and lakes, all in a unique, therapeutic microclimate.

  • Choose from flexible ticket options that include hotel pick-up and drop-off, and meeting point pick-up, tailoring your tour to your preferences.

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Auschwitz Birkenau & Oskar Schindler's Factory
Group of visitors entering the Arbeit macht frei gate at Auschwitz Birkenau, view from Krakow tour.
Auschwitz Birkenau barrack houses with barbed wire fence in the foreground.
Guide inside Oskar Schindler's Factory with historical exhibits in Krakow, Poland.
 train station exhibit in Oskar Schindler's Factory, Krakow, Poland.
Guide outside the Arbeit macht frei gate at Auschwitz Birkenau in Poland.
Auschwitz Birkenau barrack houses with barbed wire fence in foreground.
Aerial view of Auschwitz Birkenau concentration camp in Poland.
Train station exhibit inside Oskar Schindler's Factory, Krakow, Poland.
Beginning of war exhibit at Oskar Schindler's Factory, Krakow, featuring historical artifacts.
Oskar Schindler's Factory exhibit showcasing historical artifacts and photographs in Krakow, Poland.
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9 hr
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  • Immerse yourself in a journey through Jewish history in Poland, combining haunting Auschwitz-Birkenau and inspiring Schindler's Factory Museum.

  • Experience the convenience of door-to-door pickup and drop-off in a Mercedes Benz and skip-the-line entry to maximize your time at the attractions.

  • Engage with guides fluent in your chosen language, watch an informative documentary en route and enjoy the services of an English-speaking tour leader to assist you throughout.

  • Stand in the haunting remains of Auschwitz, the largest Nazi death camp, then visit Schindler's Factory Museum, honoring the man who saved over a thousand lives.

  • Did you know? The museum features a poignant exhibit honoring the iconic scene from ‘Schindler's List,’ where Schindler sees a little girl in a red coat during the Krakow ghetto's liquidation.

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  • Immerse yourself in a journey through Jewish history in Poland, combining haunting Auschwitz-Birkenau and inspiring Schindler's Factory Museum.

  • Experience the convenience of door-to-door pickup and drop-off in a Mercedes Benz and skip-the-line entry to maximize your time at the attractions.

  • Engage with guides fluent in your chosen language, watch an informative documentary en route and enjoy the services of an English-speaking tour leader to assist you throughout.

  • Stand in the haunting remains of Auschwitz, the largest Nazi death camp, then visit Schindler's Factory Museum, honoring the man who saved over a thousand lives.

  • Did you know? The museum features a poignant exhibit honoring the iconic scene from ‘Schindler's List,’ where Schindler sees a little girl in a red coat during the Krakow ghetto's liquidation.

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zł315.01
Tourists at Auschwitz Birkenau I entrance gate, Poland.
Watchtower at Auschwitz I during a small guided tour of Auschwitz Birkenau.
Auschwitz Birkenau II entrance gate with railway tracks leading into the concentration camp.
Exhibit inside Auschwitz Birkenau Memorial and Museum
AC transfer minibus to visit Auschwitz Birkenau concentration camp in Poland
Auschwitz I barrack exterior with barbed wire fence at Auschwitz Birkenau concentration camp.
Auschwitz Birkenau entrance gate with railway tracks leading to Auschwitz I crematorium.
Auschwitz-Birkenau sectors with barbed wire fences
Railway wagon on tracks leading to Auschwitz II, Krakow, Poland.
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7 hr 30 min
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  • Don't wait in queues; instead, skip lines to discover the tragic history of Auschwitz-Birkenau with a professional guide and a small group of up to 8 people.

  • Enjoy comfortable hotel transfers from Warsaw in an airconditioned bus, making your journey stress-free.

  • See the infamous 'Arbeit Macht Frei' gate, barracks, gas chambers, and crematoria that reveal the stories of the daily lives of prisoners.

  • Learn about the origins, operation, and resistance movements that took place at the camp. It stands as a powerful reminder of the dangers of hatred, intolerance, and indifference.

  • Did you know? Auschwitz was the largest Nazi concentration camp and extermination camp during World War II. Over 1.3 million people, mostly Jews, were killed there.

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  • Don't wait in queues; instead, skip lines to discover the tragic history of Auschwitz-Birkenau with a professional guide and a small group of up to 8 people.

  • Enjoy comfortable hotel transfers from Warsaw in an airconditioned bus, making your journey stress-free.

  • See the infamous 'Arbeit Macht Frei' gate, barracks, gas chambers, and crematoria that reveal the stories of the daily lives of prisoners.

  • Learn about the origins, operation, and resistance movements that took place at the camp. It stands as a powerful reminder of the dangers of hatred, intolerance, and indifference.

  • Did you know? Auschwitz was the largest Nazi concentration camp and extermination camp during World War II. Over 1.3 million people, mostly Jews, were killed there.

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Auschwitz I gate entrance during Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour in Poland.
Auschwitz I barracks during guided tour group exploring historical site.
Auschwitz Birkenau watch tower with barbed wire fence in Poland.
Shoes exhibit at Auschwitz Birkenau Memorial Museum, symbolizing lives lost during the Holocaust.
Auschwitz Birkenau guided tour visitors walking through the Auschwitz Birkenau Memorial Museum.
Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour with minibus transfer at Auschwitz II concentration camp.
Auschwitz Birkenau Memorial Museum with historical railway tracks.
Auschwitz II barracks and fences during a guided tour at Auschwitz Birkenau, Poland.
Auschwitz II barracks during guided tour at Auschwitz Birkenau concentration camp, Poland.
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7 hr 30 min
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  • Unearth the grim realities of the Holocaust on a guided tour from Katowice to Auschwitz-Birkenau, with a knowledgeable guide at your side.

  • No waiting in long lines with exclusive skip-the-line access, saving precious time to explore the haunting yet significant sites.

  • Avail seamless round-trip transportation in air-conditioned comfort, with the added advantage of a guide proficient in English, Italian, French, and Portuguese.

  • Witness the haunting remains of Auschwitz I and II-Birkenau, including barracks, gas chambers, and crematoria, as your guide shares poignant Holocaust stories.

  • Did you know? Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum preserves about 110,000 shoes of the victims? This is a chilling testament to the scale of the tragedy that took place here.

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  • Unearth the grim realities of the Holocaust on a guided tour from Katowice to Auschwitz-Birkenau, with a knowledgeable guide at your side.

  • No waiting in long lines with exclusive skip-the-line access, saving precious time to explore the haunting yet significant sites.

  • Avail seamless round-trip transportation in air-conditioned comfort, with the added advantage of a guide proficient in English, Italian, French, and Portuguese.

  • Witness the haunting remains of Auschwitz I and II-Birkenau, including barracks, gas chambers, and crematoria, as your guide shares poignant Holocaust stories.

  • Did you know? Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum preserves about 110,000 shoes of the victims? This is a chilling testament to the scale of the tragedy that took place here.

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Auschwitz Birkenau guided tour visitors walking through Auschwitz I entrance gate.
Auschwitz Birkenau watchtower at Auschwitz II concentration camp in Poland.
Auschwitz Birkenau, Auschwitz II crematorium ruins with historical significance.
Visitors at the Auschwitz Birkenau Memorial Museum on a guided tour.
AC transfer minibus to visit Auschwitz Birkenau concentration camp in Poland
Auschwitz Birkenau barracks with barbed wire fence in Auschwitz I concentration camp.
Auschwitz Birkenau barracks in Auschwitz I concentration camp.
Interior of Auschwitz I barracks with wooden bunks, Auschwitz Birkenau, Poland.
Auschwitz Birkenau barracks with barbed wire fence in Auschwitz I concentration camp.
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  • Immerse in a full-day guided tour from Wroclaw to Auschwitz-Birkenau, offering a poignant insight into the Holocaust, with the convenience of hotel transfers.

  • Skip the queue with fast-track entry to Auschwitz-Birkenau, thus maximizing your time exploring this haunting World War II site.

  • Walk through the gas chambers and crematorium, and observe the special exhibits that shed light on the cruel realities of the concentration camp life.

  • Benefit from the knowledge of an expert guide, in English, French, Italian, or Portuguese, who'll share invaluable historical context and answer your queries.

  • Did you know? Soviet troops liberated Auschwitz on January 27, 1945. Today, this date is commemorated as International Holocaust Remembrance Day.

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  • Immerse in a full-day guided tour from Wroclaw to Auschwitz-Birkenau, offering a poignant insight into the Holocaust, with the convenience of hotel transfers.

  • Skip the queue with fast-track entry to Auschwitz-Birkenau, thus maximizing your time exploring this haunting World War II site.

  • Walk through the gas chambers and crematorium, and observe the special exhibits that shed light on the cruel realities of the concentration camp life.

  • Benefit from the knowledge of an expert guide, in English, French, Italian, or Portuguese, who'll share invaluable historical context and answer your queries.

  • Did you know? Soviet troops liberated Auschwitz on January 27, 1945. Today, this date is commemorated as International Holocaust Remembrance Day.

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Auschwitz-Birkenau entrance gate with guided tour group from Krakow Center.
Auschwitz-Birkenau entrance gate with guided tour group, Krakow hotel pickup included.
Auschwitz-Birkenau entrance gate with guided tour group from Krakow Center.
Auschwitz-Birkenau entrance gate with guided tour group from Krakow Center.
Auschwitz-Birkenau guided tour group exploring historical site with guide, includes lunch and Krakow hotel pickup.
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  • Visit Auschwitz, one of the Third Reich’s infamous concentration camp complexes during WWII.

  • Avail of free pick-up services from hotels located in the center of Krakow or the nearest possible pick-up location.

  • Skip the lines at the ticket office and begin your tour in a hassle-free manner as you follow a licensed tour guide who will give you a historical understanding of the camp.

  • Your ticket also includes a lunchbox, offering both vegetarian and meat options.

  • Did you know? The Red Army, soldiers from the Soviet Union, liberated Auschwitz.

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  • Visit Auschwitz, one of the Third Reich’s infamous concentration camp complexes during WWII.

  • Avail of free pick-up services from hotels located in the center of Krakow or the nearest possible pick-up location.

  • Skip the lines at the ticket office and begin your tour in a hassle-free manner as you follow a licensed tour guide who will give you a historical understanding of the camp.

  • Your ticket also includes a lunchbox, offering both vegetarian and meat options.

  • Did you know? The Red Army, soldiers from the Soviet Union, liberated Auschwitz.

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Auschwitz I barracks exterior with barbed wire fences, Krakow guided tour.
Guide speaking to visitors at Auschwitz Birkenau, Poland, during a guided tour.
Auschwitz-Birkenau sectors with barbed wire fences
Auschwitz-Birkenau crematorium interior in Krakow.
Gate with the inscription “Arbeit macht frei” to enter Auschwitz I
Inside Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum
Auschwitz Birkenau barracks interior with wooden bunks and dim lighting.
Visitors exploring Auschwitz Birkenau Memorial Museum grounds during a guided tour.
Watchtowers at Auschwitz-Birkenau Camp in Krakow, Poland, with barbed wire fences in the foreground.
Railway wagon on tracks leading to Auschwitz II, Krakow, Poland.
Tracks leading to Auschwitz-Birkenau main gate, Warsaw tour.
Transfer AC minibus for Auschwitz-Birkenau
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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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About Auschwitz concentration camp

The Auschwitz Concentration Camp witnessed the suffering of millions of Jews during World War II. Its solemn grounds now serve as a memorial and museum, preserving the memory of those who perished within its confines.


Address
Ofiar Faszyzmu 12, 32-600 Brzezinka, Poland
Also known as
Auschwitz-Birkenau
Year opened
1947
Visitors per year
2000000
Expected wait time - Standard
30-60 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)
Unesco status
1979
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Cindy wong min lee
SG

Cindy

5/5
Singapore
Miroslav was a very professional guide who touched me deeply with his heartfelt tour guidance. He gave all of himself to show us, explain to us, the horrendous past. I don't know how he does it day to day, it must take a huge toll on his health. I want to say to him his sacrifice is not unseened nor went unnoticed. Please take care, it was my privilege to have crossed paths with such a lovely gentleman. Norbert, our tour guide to Auschwitz, was also a lovely chap. His gentle ways were a pleasure to be in company to. I wish him well in his college studies and future endeavours.
From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Transfers
CHRISTOPHE UNTEREINER
FR

Christophe

4/5
France
Fast transfer and very competent French guides... However, waking up was difficult, as the departure time booked and initially scheduled for 7:10 a.m. was brought forward by 1 hour the day before, without any explanation?
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From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Transfers
Alain Skelding
GB

Alain

4/5
United Kingdom
The pickup was earlier than originally advised (6.20am instead of 8.00am) but it was all on time. We arrived to be met by a guide who took us round Auschwitz 1 and Auschwitz- Birkenau. The guide was very informative and was able to answer all sorts of questions relating to the visit. A guided tour is a great idea but it is well worth reading up on the subject before going.
Day Tour of Auschwitz & Birkenau from Krakow
TOUZE EP LE NET
FR

Touze

5/5
France
Oui Pour information votre site n'est pas clair Nous avons reçu une confirmation nous indiquant que les billets étaient téléchargeables or rien. Nous avons stressé pensant peut être à une arnaque or c'est mr schuttle qui nous les a transmis. Cela sera intéressant de le préciser au moment de la confirmation de la réservation. tout c'est bien passé et nous avons été heureux de l'expérience. Bien cordialement
Day Tour of Auschwitz & Birkenau from Krakow
Sophie Fox

Sophie

4/5
Only go if you have the stomach for it, I am a very emotional person and was crying all the way through- any person with even a modicum of humanity will; it's just so sad
Guided Auschwitz Birkenau Museum Tour from Krakow
Carson Murray

Carson

5/5
Glad that this trip includes drop off and pick up at Krakow. We weren't sure of it earlier and were deciding on arranging transport. Easy buy
Guided Auschwitz Birkenau Museum Tour from Krakow
cabassud Marion
FR

Cabassud

4/5
France
It's a must-see historical tour, but unfortunately we found the Birkenau camp a bit rushed, and would have liked to see the children's barracks for example. I still recommend the tour
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From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Hotel Transfers
Paul Hawley
GB

Paul

5/5
United Kingdom
The whole experience was very professional. Our guide for the day , a young lady who's name I didn't get was very informative. The day was very somber as she explained in detail the suffering that the prisoners had to endure. The particular tour we book I would highly recommend.
From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Hotel Transfers

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