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Take an informative tour of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camps, with round-trip transportation from Krakow and a licensed guide included. Choose from the several available options.

Highlights

• Visit the largest concentration camp of the Nazi Holocaust
• See Auschwitz's main gate 'Arbeit macht frei'
• Explore original barracks and witness where prisoners were held
• Learn about the lives of those who died and view their belongings
• Hear about the liberation of the camp in 1945

Description

Before the tour: Start your journey with a comfortable ride from meeting point in Krakow. Don't waste your time picking up others from their addresses. Enjoy a scenic 1.5h drive with our licensed, English-speaking drivers or tour leaders. Meet your licensed local guide at Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum, ready to provide an in-depth exploration of the sites. Auschwitz I Museum & Memorial: Enter Auschwitz I through the 'Arbeit Macht Frei' gate. Equipped with a headset, your group—limited to 30 (or 15) visitors explore the touching remnants. See original barracks, fortified walls, barbed wires and gas chambers. This segment, lasting approximately 2 hours, offers a poignant reflection on the Holocaust's staggering scale. Transition to Birkenau: After a 15-minute break, head to Birkenau (Auschwitz II), just a 3-minute drive. Delve deeper into the camp's grim history, learn about the harrowing tales of prisoners, atrocious living conditions. The guide ends by talking about liberation of Auschwitz, stressing how important it is to remember and stop such terrible things from happening again. This part of the tour takes about 1 hour. Remember, the entire camp is massive, so you won't see everything.

Includes

Quick 'meet and go' at a central location Round-trip transportation from Krakow by air-conditioned vehicle Hotel pickup and drop-off in option limited to 15 visitors Entry fees Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II Birkenau Licensed local guide Headset to hear the live guide (in the first camp only) Professional assistance in case of any issue

Important Information

• [DOCUMENTS] **Full names MUST be provided at booking (as on ID/passport, no nicknames)! Passport or ID is MANDATORY and will be checked during entrance. NO ID = NO ENTRY!** [DEPARTURE] Times approximate; may change due to museum schedule or traffic. [ACCESSIBILITY] Not wheelchair accessible. [VISIT] Guided group tour only, no individual pacing. Respectful behavior and smart casual dress required. No eating, smoking, or loud behavior. [PICKUP] Some Krakow hotels are in restricted and renovation zones; pickup from nearest accessible point (you’ll be informed). [LUNCH] Lunch not included. No time for full meals or food facilities on-site. Bring a snack. [SECURITY] Airport-style security check before entering. [WEATHER] Tour runs in all weather. Up to 70% outdoors — dress accordingly and bring water. [CHILDREN] Must be with an adult. Infant seats available. Recommended ages 13+. [PHOTOS] Allowed except in marked areas. No flash inside buildings.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund