Auschwitz-Birkenau Tour with Transfer, eBook and Optional Guide
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Krakow, Poland
6 to 7 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview
Pay your respects at the most notorious of all Nazi concentration camps, Auschwitz-Birkenau. Book this tour and get a free copy of the preparation ebook to visit Auschwitz. Prepare yourself for this emotional tour.
- Choose between guided and non-guided options
- Visit the Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau camps
- Travel by comfortable air-conditioned vehicle.
- Get a FREE preparation ebook to a visit in Auschwitz - Birkenau
What's Included
- Highly qualified, helpful and friendly tour leader
- Preperation E-book in English for each participant ("The Stories of Auschwitz")
- Pickup from 8 different meeting points all over Krakow
- Round-trip transportation from and to Krakow by air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional support in case of any issue available on Whatsapp, Email, Phonecall
- Entry fees to Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II Birkenau
- Certificated Museum English speaking Guide (if option selected)
- Headsets to hear the guide clearly
- Food and drinks
- Guide-book
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup point
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Pickup details
It is recommended to prepare the whole day for the tour. The Auschwitz museum may make last-minute changes. You may select one of the multiple meeting points, or provide your accommodation place. Our team then will try to find the nearest possible pickup point to your accommodation place. Departure time depends on availability in Auschwitz. Customers from areas closed for traffic will be sent to the nearest possible pick-up points.
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Meeting point
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Krakow
Your tour begins with transportation from Krakow with pickups starting from south of Krakow, in the Podgorze district. We travel across the city, through multiple meeting points. It is approx. 40 minutes from the first meeting point to the last one. The last meeting Point is Straszewskiego 14, Hotel Maltański. Pickup is based on your selection during booking.
Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum is located outside Krakow (65km) and the journey will last 1h 15 minutes. All of our drivers are legally licensed with all EU permissions for passenger transportation. An English-speaking tour leader of the group will assist you during your journey at any time you need. Upon arrival at Auschwitz, you will have a short break to grab a coffee or use the bathroom. Then you will be introduced to a professional Auschwitz Museum guide who will take you on the tour inside.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau
Tour of Auschwitz starts from passing the security airport styles with metal detectors. You will walk through the underground tunnel to reach the original Auschwitz gate with a sign "Arbeit Macht Frei". During the visit, you will walk into many barracks with exhibits such as human hairs, prisoners' pottery, prisoner pictures and many more. The guide will also take you to see block 11 where was located first ever gas chambers. Upon exiting the block, you will witness the death wall and walk to the gallows where Rudolf Höß was hanged. By going forward you will enter into gas chamber and crematorium in Auschwitz I which is leaving a shocking impression allowing you to imagine the scale of the Holocaust. According to the rules of Auschwitz, the groups count up to 30 people, and all visitors get a headset to hear the guide.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Brzezinka
After the 1st camp, you will have a short break. After it ends you will be taken by bus to the second part of the tour Auschwitz II Birkenau located 3km from Auschwitz I to continue the tour with your guide. Birkenau was the largest camp (171 hectares) where almost 100,000 prisoners were held. In this camp, you will have a chance to see some prisoners' wooden barracks originally designed as horse stables, as well as the original freight wagon used to transport prisoners to camp. During the tour, you will see on your eyes the ruins of 4 gas chambers and crematoria. Visit this camp can late you imagine the scale of the holocaust.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Krakow
After the end of the tour, you will walk to the car park where you will be given a short break. There is an available bookstore, and restaurant as well as some benches to rest.
When the break ends, you will be transferred back to Krakow to one of our two meeting points to avoid being stuck in Krakow traffic. Please keep in mind that Krakow is an old town, with multiple one-way streets, and zones closed for traffic. The main streets are often very corked. Our tour leader will inform you about possible tour drop-off options based on the current traffic in the city.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- VISIT: Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum is visited by thousands of people every day. Keeping your own pace of sightseeing may not be possible. It is mandatory to behave appropriately. The dress code is casual but it requires respect for the place. It is forbidden to eat, smoke or act in a loud manner at the museum sights.
- PREPARATION: This is a very emotional tour, we have created an ebook that should help you prepare emotionally for the visit.
- PICKUP: The tour departs from several meeting points. Please make sure to send us your preferred pickup point or your accommodation place. Otherwise, our team will set you to the last meeting point.
- CHILDREN: It is not recommended to visit this museum with children below 13 years. However, it is the parent's personal decision, the tour for children below 13 years may be done without a headset and receiver. Tickets for children (3-11) include entrance tickets without the receivers and headphones in Auschwitz. If you want your child to visit with a headset please book "Youth tickets"
- PICTURES: It is allowed to take pictures in museums, except few indicated exceptions. It is forbidden to take photos with the use of flash.
- DEPARTURE: It's highly recommended to reserve a whole day for the tour as the start time may change following the rules of Auschwitz. Refunds due to the time change will not be accepted.
- WEATHER: The tour operates in all weather conditions. During the visit to Auschwitz, you will spend up to 70% of the time outdoors. Please bring weather-appropriate clothing and water on sunny days.
- DOCUMENTS Regarding the Terms of Use at the Auschwitz & Birkenau Museum, it is mandatory to provide the full names of all participants of the tour. It is necessary to take with you any document with a picture for the tour which may be checked at the entrance to the museum. Otherwise, you may not be allowed to enter the museum.
- BAG LIMITATIONS: Please note that the maximum size of bags and backpacks allowed on the museum grounds is 30 x 20 x 10 centimetres (roughly 12 x 8 x 4 inches). You can always leave your belongings inside the vehicle, or in the luggage store in Auschwitz.
- LUNCH: Lunch is not included but you can order a lunchbox separately for 30zł which will be delivered to you during the tour. To place an order you may send us an email no later than 7:00 pm the day before. Please note that there is not enough time for a regular lunch between visits to Auschwitz I and Birkenau. Ordering a lunchbox or bringing your snacks is highly recommended. On the spot, there are only a few places to buy food and drinks, however in high season, there may not be enough time to stay in long queues.
- STUDENT: Youth tickets discount is only with a valid student ID card, on the day of the tour. Please ensure to take your student ID card with you, otherwise, you will need to pay an extra fee for an adult ticket
- GROUP: The maximum number of people in a group with a guide is 30, meanwhile, in the vehicle, there may be two groups together.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Auschwitz-Birkenau Tour with Transfer, eBook and Optional Guide?
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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Activity code: C-102367P3
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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What is the cancellation policy for the Auschwitz-Birkenau Tour with Transfer, eBook and Optional Guide?
A:Apr 2025
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
Q:
What's included in the price?
A:
Apr 2025
The following is included:
- Highly qualified, helpful and friendly tour leader.
- Preperation E-book in English for each participant ("The Stories of Auschwitz").
- Pickup from 8 different meeting points all over Krakow.
- Round-trip transportation from and to Krakow by air-conditioned vehicle.
- Professional support in case of any issue available on Whatsapp, Email, Phonecall.
- Entry fees to Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II Birkenau.
- Certificated Museum English speaking Guide (if option selected).
- Headsets to hear the guide clearly.
The following is NOT included:
- Food and drinks.
- Guide-book.
Q:
What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025
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What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025
Q:
My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:
If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
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Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Auschwitz-Birkenau Tour with Transfer, eBook and Optional Guide is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Auschwitz-Birkenau Tour with Transfer, eBook and Optional Guide will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Highly qualified, helpful and friendly tour leader
- Preperation E-book in English for each participant ("The Stories of Auschwitz")
- Pickup from 8 different meeting points all over Krakow
- Round-trip transportation from and to Krakow by air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional support in case of any issue available on Whatsapp, Email, Phonecall
- Entry fees to Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II Birkenau
- Certificated Museum English speaking Guide (if option selected)
- Headsets to hear the guide clearly
- Food and drinks
- Guide-book
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- VISIT: Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum is visited by thousands of people every day. Keeping your own pace of sightseeing may not be possible. It is mandatory to behave appropriately. The dress code is casual but it requires respect for the place. It is forbidden to eat, smoke or act in a loud manner at the museum sights.
- PREPARATION: This is a very emotional tour, we have created an ebook that should help you prepare emotionally for the visit.
- PICKUP: The tour departs from several meeting points. Please make sure to send us your preferred pickup point or your accommodation place. Otherwise, our team will set you to the last meeting point.
- CHILDREN: It is not recommended to visit this museum with children below 13 years. However, it is the parent's personal decision, the tour for children below 13 years may be done without a headset and receiver. Tickets for children (3-11) include entrance tickets without the receivers and headphones in Auschwitz. If you want your child to visit with a headset please book "Youth tickets"
- PICTURES: It is allowed to take pictures in museums, except few indicated exceptions. It is forbidden to take photos with the use of flash.
- DEPARTURE: It's highly recommended to reserve a whole day for the tour as the start time may change following the rules of Auschwitz. Refunds due to the time change will not be accepted.
- WEATHER: The tour operates in all weather conditions. During the visit to Auschwitz, you will spend up to 70% of the time outdoors. Please bring weather-appropriate clothing and water on sunny days.
- DOCUMENTS Regarding the Terms of Use at the Auschwitz & Birkenau Museum, it is mandatory to provide the full names of all participants of the tour. It is necessary to take with you any document with a picture for the tour which may be checked at the entrance to the museum. Otherwise, you may not be allowed to enter the museum.
- BAG LIMITATIONS: Please note that the maximum size of bags and backpacks allowed on the museum grounds is 30 x 20 x 10 centimetres (roughly 12 x 8 x 4 inches). You can always leave your belongings inside the vehicle, or in the luggage store in Auschwitz.
- LUNCH: Lunch is not included but you can order a lunchbox separately for 30zł which will be delivered to you during the tour. To place an order you may send us an email no later than 7:00 pm the day before. Please note that there is not enough time for a regular lunch between visits to Auschwitz I and Birkenau. Ordering a lunchbox or bringing your snacks is highly recommended. On the spot, there are only a few places to buy food and drinks, however in high season, there may not be enough time to stay in long queues.
- STUDENT: Youth tickets discount is only with a valid student ID card, on the day of the tour. Please ensure to take your student ID card with you, otherwise, you will need to pay an extra fee for an adult ticket
- GROUP: The maximum number of people in a group with a guide is 30, meanwhile, in the vehicle, there may be two groups together.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
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