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7 hours
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Embark on a profound journey into the harrowing chapters of history with our Auschwitz-Birkenau tour. This comprehensive exploration ensures the memories of the victims are honoured. Enjoy a hassle-free start with a pick-up from your hotel or a set meeting point. With round-trip transportation, entrance fees, and a pre-scheduled entry, you'll avoid long ticket queues. An expert museum guide will lead your group, which ranges from 16 to 30 participants, through the poignant sites of Auschwitz-Birkenau.
Highlights:
•Auschwitz I: See the chilling "Arbeit macht frei" gate, evidence of wartime atrocities, and the remnants of a gas chamber and crematorium.
•Auschwitz II - Birkenau: Explore the Death Gate, initial selection ramp, inmate barracks, and ruins of gas chambers and crematoriums.
Anticipate a concise yet impactful 3-hour tour, enriching your grasp of this significant historical site.
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
TRANSPORT: For transportation, we use minibuses and minivans. If you have motion sickness or any other issues related to traveling by car, please inform us in advance. The travel time depends on the weather and road conditions, so it may be extended.
VISIT: The Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum attracts numerous visitors daily. Exploring at your own pace may not be feasible due to the high volume of visitors. It is essential to maintain appropriate and respectful behavior while in the camps. The dress code is smart casual, reflecting the solemnity of the site. Activities such as eating, smoking, and loud behavior are strictly prohibited within the Museum premises.
PICKUP: A few hotels in Krakow are situated in traffic-restricted areas. Your pickup will be arranged from the nearest accessible point, and you will receive notification.
DEPARTURE: Due to the museum's policy, capacity limits within the buildings, and the high number of visitors, the pickup time may be subject to change. We kindly ask for your understanding and suggest avoiding planning other activities on the day, as rescheduling might pose a challenge. We understand that our clients want to explore our city as much as possible, and we strive to provide advance notice regarding the pickup time frame. Typically, around 3-7 days before your visit, we will reach out to everyone, allowing you to plan your day accordingly.
DOCUMENTS: As it is obligatory at the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum to confirm your personal details, you must provide the full names of all participants when making a reservation. Additionally, please ensure to carry your passport or ID with you, as it may be checked at the museum entrance. Failure to do so may result in denial of entry to the museum.
BAG SIZE: Please be aware that entry to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum is not allowed with large bags or backpacks. The maximum permissible size is 30cm x 20cm x 10cm. You can securely leave your bags in your car, which will be locked during your visit.
LUNCH: Lunch is not included in the tour package. There isn't ample time for a regular lunch break between visits to Auschwitz (1st camp) and Birkenau (2nd camp), so it's advisable to bring along a snack or some food to stave off hunger. However, if you prefer a more substantial meal, you can opt to order lunch boxes through us for an additional fee. We'll send you the offer the day before the excursion. Please note that at the parking lot, only vending machines with snacks are available, as the restaurant is currently under construction.
SECURITY: Please be prepared to undergo a security check, similar to airport procedures, before entering the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum.
WEATHER: Our operations run regardless of weather conditions. You will spend up to 70% of your time outdoors, particularly at Auschwitz II-Birkenau. Therefore, we advise you to dress accordingly for the weather and bring water, especially on sunny days.
CHILDREN: Children must be accompanied by an adult, and infant seats are available for younger children. Due to the potentially traumatic nature of the visit to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum, we recommend that visitors be at least 13 years old.
PICTURES: Visitors are generally permitted to take photographs, with a few exceptions clearly indicated. However, taking photos inside buildings using flash is strictly prohibited.
CONTACT: We confirm all tours via messaging apps such as WhatsApp, Viber, Signal, and Telegram. According to us and our clients, this is the most convenient form of communication. If you don't use any of them, don't worry, we'll send you an email. Emails are sent through the system, so please also check your spam folder to ensure you don't miss our message.
GROUP: The group is of the standard size recommended by the museum, typically ranging between 16 and 30 people.
There is a lot of walking in the museum. It is not recommended for people with mobility issues.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Visiting the camp Auschwitz I with a licensed English-speaking guide
English-speaking driver
Visiting the camp Auschwitz II Birkenau with a licensed English-speaking guide
Drop off in your hotel or any place in Krakow City Centre(If you choose the option "Hotel pick up")
Pick up from your hotel/apartament/hostel in Krakow(If you choose the option "Hotel pick up" )
Tickets(Entry tickets are booked in advance, so you don't need to wait in line at the ticket office)
Transportation by air-conditioned minivan or minibus
Lunch
Gratuities
Select a pickup point
Krakow
Your trip to Auschwitz will start with picking up from a previously determined place in Krakow from a hotel or apartment or from our meeting point. The journey from Krakow to Auschwitz takes about 1,5 hour. Information about your pick up time you will get one day before the trip.
Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau
When you arrive at Auschwitz, you will meet your guide. Together you will enter the museum and in less than 2 hours of walking he will show you one of the darkest places from the World War II. During your visit to this place you will see: the gate "Arbeit mach frei", the last one gas chamber that survived and a lot of exhibitions with photos and remains of prisoners
Hotel pick included
Inclusions:: Certified Auschwitz & Birkenau guide (museum employee), shared group in museum and transportation
Duration: 7 hours: 3 hours of sightseeing and 1 hour 20 minutes drive each way
Trip plan: 1-4 hotel pick up, 1 hour 20 minutes drive, 3 hours sightseeing, return and drop off in requested location in City Centre
Vehicle type: Minivan, minibus
Pickup included
260 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Carl C,
Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
It’s a long day but totally worth it, the tour is very sympathetically done & guides very knowledgeable.
EddytheGreat1973,
Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
This was an amazing experience and I am glad I could bring my family with me. No one could explain it in words, very emotionally.








Andrew F,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
Great communication from booking trip couple of months before trip & the communication on lead up to trip with times , driver & minibus picture that would be collecting us . Everything excellent 👏👏👏
Sandra M,
Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
It’s very moving. Not one to enjoy, one that you must do to appreciate the horrors that people inflict on others. A lesson we should all learn.
lundgrenmarcus,
Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Everything was very well organized from start to finish. Both the guide and the driver were very friendly and professional. I also chose to buy the sandwich that was offered to have after the first stop — it was a nice touch and gave some extra energy for the rest of the visit. Overall, a very well-arranged and meaningful experience. Highly recommended.
John K,
Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
Very sobering. A part of history everyone needs to know. The guide was very knowledgeable regarding what took place there.
Kieran P,
Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
This trip is a MUST! Our guide was excellent and gave us loads of information and facts about what took place here.
Kurtis S,
Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
Can’t fault it. Perfect experience. We asked them last minute to provide a lunch and they did without any issue. The minibus was comfortable and didn’t feel overfilled or cramped, the entire scenario was respectful and the perfect way to experience both camps. I thoroughly recommend these guys to experience this eye-opening site.
KARLA H,
Aug 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
Our friendly guide Kuba picked us up directly from our hotel. He was professional & curtious. Kuba drove us in comfort to Aushwitz, narrating during the journey. The drive took just over an hour. At Auschwitz we met with our guide. She was knowledgeable, respectful & organised. There's a lot of people coming & going to the site. Different groups passed us many times but the headsets & instructions make it easy to navigate. It's incredible that so many groups manage to seamlessly work in concert around this vast space. The site itself is haunting. Be prepared to feel a mix of stong emotions or even numb. The return trip was made comforting with Kuba's instructions to sit back, relax or nap. Towards end of journey to Krakov centre he provided local recommendations for food & beverage. We intend to follow these up tonight to unwind.
Bonnie K,
Aug 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
So moving and really difficult to see but our guide was excellent. The insight and terrible conditions spoken of gave factual but respectful detail.
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