Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour with Pickup & Lunch

This guided tour explores Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial, located near Oświęcim, suitable for visitors interested in World War II history from Krakow.

Highlights

• Skip-the-line entry to Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial
• Hotel or meeting point pickup and drop-off in Krakow included
• Licensed historian guide providing in-depth insights
• Comfortable air-conditioned transportation
• Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance

Description

The tour begins with departure from Krakow to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, located about 60 kilometers west in Oświęcim. On arrival, a licensed local guide accompanies you through the site’s historical grounds.

Before touring the camps, you will watch an introductory film in a dedicated cinema room that explains the camp’s functions during World War II.

Next, you will enter Auschwitz I through the infamous gate marked 'Arbeit macht frei.' The guide will lead you around the preserved sections, sharing detailed history and context.

The tour continues at Birkenau, the site where mass exterminations occurred as part of the Nazi regime’s 'Final Solution.' This visit concludes the tour, after which transport returns you to Krakow.

Auschwitz-Birkenau, established in 1940 by Nazi Germany, was the largest concentration camp and remains a significant monument to the millions who suffered and perished there. Visitors leave with a lasting impression of its historical importance.

Note: When booking, you select a preferred start time but the exact timing is not guaranteed.

Includes

• Hotel or meeting point pickup and drop-off in Krakow (depending on option chosen)
• Transportation by air-conditioned bus
• Licensed guide at Auschwitz and Birkenau
• Skip-the-line entry ticket to Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial & Museum
• Lunchbox available if selected as an add-on at checkout

Important Information

• Pickup times may vary between 5:00 AM and 1:30 PM. Exact tour start times are confirmed the day before.
• The tour pace is set by the museum and guide behavior is not controlled by the operator.
• Last-minute bookings may involve queue waiting times of 1-4 hours, including in various weather conditions—plan accordingly.
• Large bags and backpacks are not allowed inside the museum; maximum bag size is 20 x 30 cm.
• The tour leader may not speak your chosen language outside the museum; translations of the museum tour may occur from other languages.
• If no guide is available, the tour may be canceled with a full refund.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.

For a smooth experience, bring comfortable shoes, a weather-appropriate jacket, and a small bag for essentials. Booking in advance is recommended due to limited availability and variable start times.