Wieliczka and Auschwitz in one day

4.5 / 5 total 1615 reviews
Duration: 12 hours
Tour ID: 7067
Overview

Your time in Krakow is limited and you don’t want to miss any of the most important places from Lesser Poland inscribed on the UNESCO’s list.

Auschwitz-Birkenau is a museum and memorial dedicated to over 1.5 million of victims murdered by the Nazis during World War II, as well as a symbol of the Holocaust – one of the greatest crimes against humanity in the world history.

The Wieliczka Salt Mine includes an over 700-years-old underground city, a maze of corridors, chambers, salt monuments and natural wonders, such as underground lakes.

Our tour will allow you to learn about the horrifying history of the Auschwitz-Birkenau extermination camp and discover the amazing world of the Wieliczka Salt Mine in just one day.

Highlights
  • A tour that combines educational and recreational elements. Theitinerary includes a visit to the Auschwitz I Museum, followed by a ride and visit to the Auschwitz II Birkenau Museum.
  • After a lunch break, a ride and visit to the Wieliczka Salt Mine are planned.
  • All stages of the tour take place in the company of licenced travel guides.
  • Discover an underground city with healing properties
  • Marvel at the statues and chapels carved out of the rock at Wieliczka Salt Mine
  • See the remains of the gas chambers and prison blocks at Auschwitz-Birkenau
  • Learn about the horrors of the largest concentration camp from World War II
Good to Know
  • Duration Duration: 12 hours
  • Tour Start Time: MULTI
  • Tour End Time: MULTI
  • This tour is available: Everyday
  • Printed or Mobile Voucher Accepted Printed or Mobile Voucher Accepted
  • You must purchase a permit to take pictures at the mine.You must purchase a permit to take pictures at the mine.
  • IMPORTANT: Narrow paths of the route may appear claustrophobic.IMPORTANT: Narrow paths of the route may appear claustrophobic.
  • The exit takes place via the elevator in WieliczkaThe exit takes place via the elevator in Wieliczka
  • There are more than 800 steps to climb on the route, including 380 at the beginning in WieliczkaThere are more than 800 steps to climb on the route, including 380 at the beginning in Wieliczka
  • We recommend that you bring lunch and beverages on the tour, but their consumption is  allowed only during breaks, in places designated for that purpose.We recommend that you bring lunch and beverages on the tour, but their consumption is allowed only during breaks, in places designated for that purpose.
  • It is important to remember not to bring large bags or backpacks to the museum (the maximum allowed size is 20 x 30 cm).It is important to remember not to bring large bags or backpacks to the museum (the maximum allowed size is 20 x 30 cm).
  • if the name provided for the reservation is not the same as the name on the presented ID card.if the name provided for the reservation is not the same as the name on the presented ID card.
  • In accordance with the requirements of the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, all tour participants are required to provide their full name and contact information as part of their ticket reservation. Refusal to allow access the museum is possibleIn accordance with the requirements of the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, all tour participants are required to provide their full name and contact information as part of their ticket reservation. Refusal to allow access the museum is possible
  • Easy Cancellation Easy Cancellation
    Cancel up to 1 day in advance for a full refund
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Inclusions
  • • 1 hour break (food and drunks are not included)
  • • Entrance tickets to Auschwitz-Birkenau
  • • Licensed guide in your chosen language
  • • English-speaking driver or tour leader
  • • Return air-conditioned transportation from Krakow
  • • Pick up from meeting point in Kraków (Possibility of pick up from hotel need to be confirmed with local operator. Please contact at least the day before tour to set meeting point, otherwise please go to main meeting point Straszewskiego 14)
Exclusions
  • • Food and drinks
Meeting Point
Know Before You Go
  • • This tour is not recommended for children aged 13 and under
    • Baby carriages and luggage larger then 30 x 20 x 10cm are not permitted inside
    • Please bring your own child seat or child sling when traveling with a baby/children
    • The elevator is used only to get to the surface from the bottom of the mine.
    • Bring warm clothing, as the temperature underground ranges between 14 and 16C
    • There are 800 steps to climb, and 350 of these are at the beginning, taking you down into the mine. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes
    • Smoking and the use of open fire in the mine is strictly forbidden
    • The tour is not recommended for people with a disability due to a gravel surface and many buildings with no ramps or lifts. If so, people with a disability must be accompanied
    • Student tickets require valid student ID and be no older than 25 years old. Customers over 25 years old need to purchase adult ticket.

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Reviewed by Mitchell B JP   March 11, 2024
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My friend recommended this tour as she had booked it the previous year. I agree totally with her as you get to see a lot with a private guide. Definitely worth booking.
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Reviewed by Katy CA   March 11, 2024
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We had a great time. All in all, highly recommended.
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Reviewed by Ivy3 GB   March 11, 2024
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We knew we were in good hands as soon as we met our guide. You could tell she was really passionate about her city and she shared Informative and interesting details about the tour. To sum up, PERFECT.
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Reviewed by Cindy D US   March 11, 2024
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Excellent tour, informative and interesting... Loved our guide.
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Reviewed by Steph G ZA   March 10, 2024
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Guido was our tour guide and he was amazing! Knew the areas very well. The tour was comfortable, arrived on time and everything was dealt with professionally. Highly recommend.
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Reviewed by Nicola S GB   March 10, 2024
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It was a great trip, we loved it as a family. One day though is not enough and I would like to return again and stay longer.
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Reviewed by Sylvia US   March 09, 2024
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A big thanks to our tour guide. He was so delightful and insightful thoroughly enjoyed our time. Would definitely recommend this tour company !!!! Thank you for the memories.
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Reviewed by Gud72 DE   March 09, 2024
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Our tour guide was Gina, an extremely energetic and motivated guide. She was very knowledgeable about the city. Our tour guide gave us a lot of interesting information about the tour. Highly recommended!
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Reviewed by Guy W CH   March 08, 2024
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I highly recommend this tour company and can't wait to enjoy another experience in the future. Greetings.
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Reviewed by Dawson GR   March 08, 2024
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We had a great time. I really liked this tour and our tour guide was excellent. Overall, All went smoothly.
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