Krakow to Auschwitz-Birkenau Live Guided Tour & Hotel Pick-up
Overview
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7 hours
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Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour provided by professional and certified museum guide.
Transportation between Krakow and Auschwitz is provided by modern Mercedes Benz vehicles equpied with tv screens, airconditioning, WiFi and chargers. Tour leader help is guarantee on every steep of the tour. Best quality of service.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
ENTRANCE: As it is mandatory in Auschwitz Birkenau museum to confirm your personal details, you are required to take with you passport or ID to be presented at the entrance to museum. Please do not forget it, otherwise you may be not allowed to enter museum.
VISIT: While in the camps, visitors are required to behave appropriately and respectfully.
VISIT: Visitors are generally allowed to take pictures with a few, clearly indicated exceptions.
VISIT: A visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau can prove traumatic, therefore we recommend that visitors were at least 13 years old.
VISIT: The pace and duration of the tours are determined by the memorial's visitor service & regulations so the duration of the trip should be considered as approximate.
LUGGAGE: The maximum size of your carry-on can not exceed the following dimensions: 30 x 20 x 10 cm. You can leave your larger luggage in the car.
DEPARTURE: Your pickup time might be changed and will be between 5:00 AM - 02:00 PM but we usually adjust it by only 30-60 minutes (sometimes a more significant change is necessary)
DEPARTURE: If the above change is necessary then the start time will be different than the one presented on your voucher. In such case you will be informed via email and/or What's App 12-24 hours before the amended start time
MEALS: Lunch is not included. There's no time for a regular meal between visits to Auschwitz and Birkenau, so bring a snack. A grocery shop, snack bar, and restaurant are NOT available on-site
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Headsets to hear the guide clearly
English-speaking tour host
Transport by air-conditioned minivan or bus
Hotel pickup (If hotel pick up option selected)
Documentary movie "Liberation of Auschwitz"
Professional and licenced guide
Insurance
Food and drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Krakow
Our tour starts with transportation from Krakow, either from your specified hotel or a meeting point of your choice. Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum is located in Oswiecim, approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes away (65 km). All of our drivers hold the necessary EU certifications for passenger transport. A friendly, English-speaking group leader will be available to assist you whenever needed. Upon arriving in Oswiecim, you'll have a brief break to grab a coffee or explore the outdoor exhibits. Afterward, you'll be introduced to a professional local guide, licensed by the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum.
Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau
Begin your tour by walking through the gate of Auschwitz I, the first camp, initially established as a concentration camp for Polish citizens arrested after Germany annexed the country in 1939. You'll pass under the infamous sign "Arbeit Macht Frei" (Work Makes You Free). This portion of the tour typically lasts two hours, during which you'll use a headset to hear your guide clearly. The group size is limited to 30 people, as per the Museum's regulations, ensuring a comfortable and accessible experience for all participants. Explore the original wooden barracks, fortified walls, barbed wire fences, gas chambers, and crematoria, which together leave a haunting impression and allow visitors to grasp the immense scale of the Holocaust.
Options
Guided Tour with Hotel Pick-up
Option description: Choose this option for a ticket for a guided tour to Auschwitz Museum with transportation from your accommodation.
Pickup included
Last Spots - Guided Tour
Option description: Limited last minute tickets for a guided tour to Auschwitz Museum with transportation from the central meeting point.
Discounted Guided Tour
Option descriprion: Choose this option for a ticket for a guided tour to Auschwitz Museum with transportation from central meeting point
Guided tour -general admission
Duration: Tour pace and duration depend on memorial rules and services; trip time given should be considered approximate.
General admission: If online reservation is unavailable, waiting in line (no skip-the-line access) for tickets (price included) is required.
Description: Choose this option for a ticket for a guided tour to Auschwitz Museum with transportation from central meeting point
Guided Tour from Meeting Point
Option description: Choose this option for a ticket for a guided tour to Auschwitz Museum with transportation from the central meeting point.
Reviews
1,355 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very informative guide...
Leanne S,
Oct 7, 2025
- Viator
4.00Very informative guide (Michael), his knowledge was exceptional & he took great care of us throughout the whole trip.
Don't expect full service, even though you pay for it.
Iwona W,
Oct 7, 2025
- Viator
1.00Don't expect full service, even though you pay for it. After the guided tour, the return arrangement was unacceptably mishandled. Upon completion of the tour, we were simply dropped off outside the Old Town area, as it was dark and raining. The tour guide informed us that there was no arranged transport back to our hotel, and despite our requests for assistance, he was unwilling to contact the travel office. This was contrary to the booking terms, which included drop-off at our hotel. Eight guests relied on that door-to-door service. This failure caused undue stress and disrupted our plans.
Maks bus driver amazing...
Paulina N,
Oct 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00Maks bus driver amazing guy he was very helpful the tour was amazing I didn't want to visit Auschwitz and I'm glad that I did
Historical afternoon at Auschwitz-Birkenau
Maxine W,
Oct 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tour was excellent - the guide made this so. He was very knowledgeable and explained things well. The only down side was there was not a drop off back to the hotel.
Well-Organized and Respectful Tour of Auschwitz and Birkenau
Jonathan S,
Oct 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00This tour of Auschwitz and Birkenau delivered exactly what was promised. Communication was prompt, and pickup details were confirmed 24 hours in advance. The schedule ran smoothly, and all logistics were handled professionally. The guide had the tickets ready and kept the group organized and informed throughout. It’s a concise tour of both sites with a larger group but offers very good value. The staff were polite, respectful, and handled everything with care. A somber and meaningful experience, managed with dignity.
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