Krakow: UNESCO Bochnia Salt Mine Tour & Boat Expedition

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Discover the UNESCO-listed Bochnia Salt Mine, the oldest one in Poland. Explore salt chambers, enjoy an underground boat ride and a thrilling miner’s train ride. Hotel pickup included.

Highlights

  • Enjoy a rare underground boat ride & authentic miner’s train journey
  • Multimedia displays and interactive projections bring history to life
  • Visit Poland’s oldest operating salt mine (since the 13th century)
  • Discover chapels, chambers, and tunnels carved entirely in salt
  • Hotel pickup & drop-off from Kraków included

Description

Discover the UNESCO-listed Bochnia Salt Mine, the oldest in Poland and even older than Wieliczka. Dating back to the 13th century, this hidden gem offers a unique and less crowded experience just outside Krakow. Your journey begins with hotel pickup in Kraków and a comfortable drive to Bochnia. Upon arrival, descend deep below the surface to explore winding corridors, vast chambers, and stunning chapels carved entirely out of salt. Modern multimedia projections and interactive displays bring the mine’s history and legends to life, making the visit both educational and engaging. One of the highlights is a rare underground boat ride across brine-filled tunnels, offering a magical and atmospheric perspective of the mine. You’ll also experience a short train journey, once used by miners, adding an authentic touch to your adventure. The mine’s unique microclimate is known for its health benefits, particularly for the respiratory system, making your time underground not only fascinating but also refreshing. At the end of your underground adventure, your driver will be ready to take you back comfortably to your hotel in Kraków. Join us and discover the magic of the Bochnia Salt Mine in a way that will stay with you for a long time!

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off from Krakow Professional English-speaking driver Pre-booked entrance ticket (no waiting at the counter) Audioguide in your chosen language Multimedia exhibits and interactive displays underground Underground boat expedition through brine-filled tunnels Authentic miner’s train ride inside the mine

Important Information

  • - The mine temperature is 14–16°C all year round - Food points are available inside; you may bring water and a small snack - Not suitable for wheelchair users; children aged 4+ are welcome - For safety reasons, the boat and train rides are not available to people with mobility impairments or using a cane - Tours are with an audioguide; 6 languages available: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Polish - This is one of the most unique tours available from Krakow — combining history with adventure

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