Guided Tours

From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Hotel Transfers

Name: From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Hotel Transfers
Start: 2024-12-20T10:00:00
End: 2024-12-20T17:00:00
Location: Krakow

Auschwitz-Birkenau sectors with barbed wire fences

Transfer AC minibus for Auschwitz-Birkenau

Delve into World War II history with a full-day guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau from Krakow, complete with hotel transfers.

Highlights

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.

Inclusions

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)

Exclusions

Pick-up & drop-off from hotels located far from the center of Krakow

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 3 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Warren

4/5

Nov, 2024

The tour was very well organised and our driver was very good at his job. The actual visit was very somber but very informative and the lady who guided us around was most professional and informative.

Ruben

5/5

Nov, 2024

Even thought the time of the trip was changed to an earlier pick up of 6am, it was a great tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable and spoke very good English.

Tonia

5/5

Nov, 2024

Very easy to choose the tour at a time and day that suited us best. The choice of pick up locations was good too, very close to our accommodation in Krakow. The tour bus was confortable, with a good driver and he and the guide were friendly, helpful and attentive. The guide at Auschwitz was very knowledgable and helpful too.

Maria

4/5

Nov, 2024

Our guide Cyp was very friendly and helpful. On the way back we watched a movie about the liberation. The tour of Auschwitz is impressive.

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Liam

5/5

Nov, 2024

Great day the transport was well organised and the tour guide gave plenty of information. Also the guide at aushwitz was really good he was clear, gave plenty of detail and didn't rush either. Only possible improvement is maybe have a longer break during the trip instead of 10 minutes maybe 20-30 minutes, and give more time for people to look at the gift shop after the tour.

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Your experience

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.

Know before you go

What to bring

It’s recommended to wear comfortable shoes.
Have your passport or ID ready for a seamless experience.

What's not allowed

Strict dress code: respectful attire.
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

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.
Note: As per the requirements of 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.
The maximum size bag permitted on this tour is 30 x 20 x 10 centimeters.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.