Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine Day Trip
Lesser Poland, Krakow
Explore one of the darkest chapters in Europe's history in the 20th century on a tour by bus from Krakow. Visit the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, and then head into the Wieliczka Salt Mine.
Overview
This full-day tour from Krakow visits Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp and the Wieliczka Salt Mine, suitable for adults interested in history and culture.
Highlights
- Learn about the atrocities of the largest World War II concentration camp
- Explore the remains of gas chambers and prison blocks at Auschwitz-Birkenau
- Discover statues and chapels carved from rock salt at Wieliczka Salt Mine
- Experience an underground city known for its healing microclimate
Description
Depart Krakow by air-conditioned bus with an English-speaking driver. Upon arrival at Auschwitz-Birkenau, take a guided tour with a licensed expert who will explain the history of the camps and the genocide that occurred during World War II. Visit original structures, including the gas chambers and the Birkenau railway ramp where prisoners arrived.
Next, visit the Wieliczka Salt Mine. A local guide will lead you through the underground chambers, sharing the history of salt mining from the Middle Ages. Learn about the mine’s micro-element-rich air and see the intricate statues and chapels carved from salt rock.
Includes
- Pick-up and drop-off in Krakow
- Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking driver
- Entrance tickets and licensed guides at Wieliczka Salt Mine and Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum
- 40-60 minute lunch break between the two sites
Excludes
- Food and drinks
Important Information
- Participants must provide full name and contact details for Auschwitz-Birkenau booking requirements
- Entry may be denied if the name on the booking does not match the ID presented at the museum
- Tickets are non-refundable due to museum policy
- Not recommended for individuals with walking disabilities or claustrophobia
- Not suitable for children aged 13 and under
- Baby carriages and luggage larger than 30 x 20 x 10 cm are prohibited inside both sites
- The mine elevator only transports visitors to the surface from the bottom
- The tour involves climbing about 800 steps, including 350 steps descending into the mine; comfortable shoes are essential
- Student tickets require valid student ID and must be under 25 years old
Cancellation Policy
This activity is non-refundable. Please review all requirements carefully before booking.
