Auschwitz-Birkenau Self-Guided Tour & Transfer

Lesser Poland, Krakow



Visit the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial on a self-guided tour from Krakow. Get a historical briefing from your tour leader, see the Birkenau main gate, and explore Auschwitz I at your own pace.

Highlights

  • Reflect on the history of the Holocaust with a visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau
  • Walk through the original prisoner barracks and preserved camp buildings
  • See the Birkenau main gate, railway tracks and the Judenrampe
  • Learn about the history of the site with a briefing from your tour leader
  • Enjoy a comfortable transfer from Krakow to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial

Description

Begin with a comfortable transfer from Krakow, during which an expert tour leader provides a comprehensive historical briefing. This ensures you arrive at the memorial site with the necessary context and knowledge to fully grasp its significance. Unlike standard tours, this experience includes a unique commemorative walk from the historic Judenrampe, allowing you to view the Birkenau main gate and railway tracks from a poignant, external perspective. You will receive an entry ticket for an independent exploration at Auschwitz I. This self-paced visit allows you to walk through the original prisoner barracks and preserved camp buildings at your own speed, providing the space needed for personal reflection.

Includes

Round-trip transportation from Kraków Assistance of a professional tour leader with a historical briefing before the visit Free entry ticket to the Auschwitz Museum Self-guided tour in Auschwitz I External visit of Auschwitz II - Birkenau from the Judenrampe walk

Excludes

Live tour guide inside the museum Entry to Birkenau barracks

Important Information

  • The tour is self-guided. Our tour leader will be available to help during the tour if needed The pickup time may change, so please consider this in your plans for the day. We will communicate the exact start time the day before the tour Please bring your passport or ID card; these are required to collect an admission ticket at the museum ticket office You are not permitted to enter the museum with large bags or backpacks (the maximum size allowed is 20 x 30 centimeters). You can leave your luggage on the bus You can reach us on WhatsApp with questions; the phone number is on the voucher

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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