Krakow: Auschwitz Guided Tour with Pickup and Optional Lunch
Lesser Poland, Krakow
Explore one of the darkest chapters in the history of Europe in the 20th century on a guided tour of the Auschwitz-Birkenau. See original buildings of concentration camps with the help of a guide.
World War II Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour from Krakow
This guided tour from Krakow explores the Auschwitz and Birkenau concentration camps, suitable for visitors seeking an in-depth understanding of World War II history.
Highlights
- Explore the dark history of Europe during World War II
- Take a poignant tour of the Auschwitz and Birkenau concentration camps
- See sites of Nazi atrocities and personal artifacts of victims
Description
Depart from Krakow and travel to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, the largest Nazi concentration camp in Poland. A professional guide leads a tour of both Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II labor camps.
After a short lunch break on arrival, visit Auschwitz I to see the Arbeit Macht Frei sign and administrative buildings where the camp's operations were conducted. The tour includes viewing the gas chambers and exhibitions featuring personal belongings of inmates.
After a brief 15-minute break, continue to Birkenau for a one-hour guided tour. Discover the prisoner entry points and wooden barracks used to house inmates. The tour concludes with a return transfer to Krakow, dropping you off in the Old Town or the Old Jewish Quarter.
Includes
- Professional guide
- Pickup from hotel or meeting point (option dependent)
- Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned bus
- Skip-the-line entry tickets (except Last Minute and No Entry Tickets options)
- Lunchbox with ham, hummus, and cheese (if option selected)
Important Information
- Booking name must match the ID used for entrance; refusal of entry may occur otherwise
- Pickup time may vary; early morning departures are possible due to ticket availability
- Tour duration follows the museum’s visitor service schedule
- If online reservations are unavailable, wait times for tickets may be lengthy and uncontrollable by the museum or operator
- Last Minute tours may involve queue waits of several hours
- The English-language offer is reliable; translations to other languages are not the organizer’s responsibility
- If no guide is available, the tour may be switched to self-guided with a guidebook or canceled with a full refund
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book in advance to secure tickets and pickup times. Bring comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. The best time to visit is early morning to avoid crowds and maximize the tour experience.
