Day Trip: Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine from Krakow

Overview

Available languages

English

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Not enough time to visit all of Krakow’s must-see places? On this tour, you'll visit two of Poland's most important UNESCO World Heritage sites Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine — in one day. Your day will start early, but this way you will manage to visit Auschwitz-Birkenau, the former Nazi concentration camp, and explore the Mine, and be back in Krakow by dinner time.

Additional Info

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Please note that the maximum size of bags and backpacks allowed to carry on the Museum grounds is 30 x 20 x 10 cm. You can always leave your belongings inside the bus which will be parked nearby.

Please note that this tour is not available on: 25th of December, 1st of January, Easter Sunday and March of the Living Day.

Please note that to reach the first level of the mine (64 meters underground), You have to descent a wooden stairway which has 378 stairs. There are around 800 steps on the whole route in the Salt mine. After the tour, You will be taken up to the surface with a lift.

Temperature in the Salt Mine is approximately 14 degrees C (57 degrees F), please wear warm clothes and comfortable shoes.

Student and child tickets available.

Not recommended for travelers on wheelchairs

Not recommended for travelers who cannot walk long distances

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

English speaking guide in Auschwitz and Birkenau and Salt Mine

Lunch set (depending on the option booked)

Documentary movie (subject to availability)

Door-to-door transportation (Free hotel Pick-up within Krakow city limits)

Free guidebook

Gratuities

Food and drinks, unless specified

Pick-up & drop-off outside of Krakow city center (available upon request with additional charge)

What To Expect

Mr.Shuttle Tours & Transfers Krakow

The pickups are provided between 6:00 and 7:30 depending on your accommodation and our schedules. The pickup time is always confirmed by text and email the day before the tour. The tour is operated in a group of a maximum of 30 people. During the trip, you will watch a documentary movie about the history of the Nazi concentration camps.

•Admission Not Applicable

Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau

Firstly, You will be taken to Auschwitz I, where you will join an English tour – provided by the museum’s guide – for about 2 hours. After that, we will transfer you to Auschwitz II-Birkenau, about 2 km away. You will spend there about one hour with the same guide. After Camp Auschwitz II-Birkenau, you will have time to eat our freshly prepared lunchboxes (which include chicken pasta salad, sandwich, sweet bar, fruit, and water). We also provide vegetarian, vegan, gluten, and dairy-free options. Please add a remark in your booking if you have any special requirements. Please note that the tickets are titular. Make sure the information in the booking is correct. Change of this data is possible for an additional fee paid to the supplier.

3 hours•Admission Included

Options

Tour option lunch not included

Lunchbox is not included.
Pickup included

Day Trip to Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine from Krakow including Lunch

Pickup included

Reviews

4.74

3,970 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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Well Organized
Elinor M,
Jul 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00
A great trip begins with excellent organization. Our hotel was not listed on the organizers list for pick up, I contacted them and was able to make arrangements for pick up at our hotel. We were notified of pick up time a day before. Each time I had a question before the trip a response was received in about an hour. On the day of the trip, we were picked up on time and the day’s schedule was communicated and the timetable was adhered to. We were also with a wonderful group who were conscientious of the schedule as well. The trip to Auschwitz’s and Birkenau was moving. The salt mine was also fascinating. There is a lot of walking so wear comfortable shoes. Highly recommend this tour.
A full day and a must do when in Krakow
Kerry W,
Jul 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Pick up from our hotel in Krakow was on time and the driver communicated with us beforehand to say he was nearly there. The visits to Aushwitz and Birkenhau were very sombre and the guide was very knowledgeable and it was a real pleasure to listen to her. We were wowed by the salt mines too. We had the packed lunch and it was definitely worth it. Would definitely recommend this trip, it was a full day and there was a lot of walking but absolutely worth every step!
Auschwitz and Salt Mines
Linda S,
Jul 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Although an earlier start than advertised when booking , minibus arrived on time, picking us up outside our accommodation . Friendly driver . Did feel that tours were a bit rushed , but it was really busy and realise schedules to keep too. Auschwitz tour guide very knowledgeable. Thought provoking. Salt Mines had lots of steps down as advertised but definitely worth it .
A long but rewarding excursion
Allan C,
Jun 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Micheal was a great host/driver/guide for the day. Clear and consice explanations on a tour at a steady pace but not rushed. We did both Auschwitz and Wieliczka Salt Mine so didnt have time to waste, but in saying that I didn't feel rushed at any part of the day. Micheal gave us a lift back to our hotel and we drove round the edge of the old town, Krakow. He couldn't help himself but talk us through some of the sites as we drove which is really above an beyond.
Overall great, minor areas for improvement
Stephen H,
Jun 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Great experience. Only feedback is that there was a lot of downtime and waiting for tours between activities. I wish there was either less waiting or the downtime was at a location where we could explore. Our driver was great- safe and nice. The tours themselves were very high quality.