Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour & Transfer from Krakow
Lesser Poland, Krakow
Visit the former concentration and extermination camps of Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau. Learn about their tragic history with a live guide.
Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour from Krakow
This 7-hour guided tour from Krakow visits Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest former Nazi concentration camp, suitable for history-focused travelers.
Highlights
- Learn about the history of Auschwitz and the Holocaust
- Visit the largest of the former Nazi concentration camps
- See the former gas chambers and prisoner barracks
- Choose between private and shared tours in various languages
- Use a booklet to read detailed information about each site
Description
Travel to Auschwitz-Birkenau, the site of over 1.1 million victims from 28 nationalities, mostly Jewish, and a central symbol of World War II genocide. Established by the Nazis in 1940 near Oswiecim, the camp's history is presented by a professional guide during this informative visit.
Since 1979, Auschwitz-Birkenau has been a UNESCO World Heritage site, attracting up to 2 million visitors annually.
Includes
- Round-trip transportation to Auschwitz
- Transfers from central meeting points
- Hotel pickup (if option selected)
- Skip-the-line entry tickets to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial
- Guided group tour with a live official museum guide
- Official museum group size limits
Excludes
- Guaranteed departure times
- Food and beverages
- Gratuities
Important Information
- Departure time is approximate and may vary up to 3 hours; the visit schedule is set by the Auschwitz Museum the day before.
- Booking requires full names and contact details identical to the ID presented at entry; mismatched names may lead to denied entrance.
- Maximum luggage size allowed: 30 x 20 x 10 cm.
- If traveling with a child under 150 cm tall, notify the supplier to arrange a child seat.
- Booking well in advance is essential due to new museum guidelines; ticket date and time changes may be possible after purchase—contact the provider if needed.
- Tour duration and pace depend on the memorial’s visitor service guidelines.
Cancellation Policy
This activity is non-refundable. Book early to secure your place.
Frequently Asked Questions
The tour includes transport from Krakow, a guided visit to Auschwitz and Birkenau camps, and a detailed information booklet for each site.
The full tour lasts approximately 7 hours, including travel time and the guided visit.
Yes, you can select either private or shared tours in various languages departing from Krakow.
Transfers usually depart from central locations in Krakow; check your booking confirmation for exact pickup points.
The tour is history-focused and may be emotionally intense; it is recommended for mature participants.
Yes, the tour covers both Auschwitz I and Birkenau concentration camps in one visit from Krakow.
You will visit prisoner barracks, gas chambers, and memorial sites at the former Nazi concentration camps near Krakow.
Yes, the tour offers guides in multiple languages to accommodate travelers from Krakow.
Advance booking is recommended due to high demand and to secure your preferred language and tour type.
Check the official Auschwitz-Birkenau website or your tour provider's site for the most up-to-date opening hours and schedule.
