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Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau and Salt Mine Guided Visits in One Day

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12 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Visit former Nazi concentration camps Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II (Birkenau) and see the most popular Salt Mine in the World, both listed on the UNESCO Cultural and Natural World Heritage List.

Auschwitz-Birkenau & Wieliczka Salt Mine are situated within a short driving distance from Kraków. We recommend this trip for visitors who want to make the most of their limited time in the city. During this one-day trip, you will get to know the two most relevant sites in the area.

What's Included

  • Some options start from a central Meeting Point
  • Headsets to hear the guide included in the Auschwitz-Birkenau Visit
  • Some options include Hotel Pickup
  • Lunch Only selected options include a Lunch Box
  • Headsets not available during the Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

Hotel Pickup only applies to specific options. Please provide your correct address/hotel name. Some hotels may be outside our pickup range. If you choose an option with transfer from a meeting point, please select one of three available meeting points. You will receive an email with your start time the day before the activity. Please, note that the time can be changed (even a few hours).

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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 (Pass By)

If you choose an option with transfer from a meeting point, please select one of three available meeting points. If you purchase a Hotel pickup option or Door-to-Door service, please provide your address during booking.
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Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau

The first part of the visit to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum and Memorial is the main camp called Auschwitz I. Over here, the tour takes place with live English commentary through the original buildings and grounds of the former concentration camp. You will be able to hear your guide through a headset.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Auschwitz II Historical Gate

The former camp Auschwitz II-Birkenau is the second part of the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum and Memorial. Here you will continue your guided tour on the Birkenau grouds.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Wieliczka Salt Mine

The Salt Mine is situated in Wieliczka, near Krakow. The visit takes place either after visiting Auschwitz-Birkenau or before that. When booking an English-guided option, there will be a lunch break of up to 1,5 hours in Wieliczka before the Salt Mine Tour.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square (Pass By)

The trip will end near the Old Town Square in Krakow if you select an option with transportation. If you purchase a door-to-door service by private car, the driver will drop you off at your desired location.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • This trip involves a significant amount of indoor and outdoor walking. We recommend comfortable shoes.
  • The tour operates in all weather conditions. Please dress accordingly.
  • The visit at Asuchwitz-Birkenau requires a memorial site dress code.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau and Salt Mine Guided Visits in One Day?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Some options start from a central Meeting Point
  • Headsets to hear the guide included in the Auschwitz-Birkenau Visit
  • Some options include Hotel Pickup
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Shared two-way transfers by licensed drivers
  • Live commentary by a licensed tour guide
  • LunchOnly selected options include a Lunch Box
  • Headsets not available during the Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • The Salt Mine visit is not recommended for travelers with a fear of enclosed small spaces.
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Maximum luggage/bag/purse/backpack size is 30x20x10cm (A4 sheet size)
  • This trip involves a significant amount of indoor and outdoor walking. We recommend comfortable shoes.
  • The tour operates in all weather conditions. Please dress accordingly.
  • The visit at Asuchwitz-Birkenau requires a memorial site dress code.
  • The Salt Mine tour includes 800 steps descending into a depth of 135 meters underground and up to 3 km of winding corridors.
  • The temperature inside the Salt Mine is stable all year long, around 14 degrees Celcius.
  • There is an original miner's lift to bring you up to the surface. The exit shaft is 500 m away from the one used to enter the mine.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Non-refundable

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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