Auschwitz Day Trip
Set off on a half-day trip to Auschwitz-Birkenau from Krakow and discover the hair-raising events that took place in this Nazi concentration camp during World War II. Over one million people were killed in Auschwitz with the Nazi’s Final Solution to the Jewish Question.
Auschwitz Day Trip
Board a comfortable air-conditioned coach from the historic centre of Kraków and sit back while you head west to Oświęcim (Auschwitz in German).
Auschwitz-Birkenau is made up of several camps, of which the two most important are Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau. Once you get to the destination, you will first explore Auschwitz I, initially built to house political prisoners. Follow your local English-speaking guide into the various blocks to discover the permanent exhibitions explaining the atrocities committed in this site.
Next, head to the only remaining gas chambers and crematoriums, which weren’t destroyed by the Nazis before their hasty departure. During the whole visit, your guide will explain the building’s history in a delicate manner.
After a short break, drive to the second camp: Auschwitz II-Birkenau. Auschwitz II-Birkenau was built in 1941 as an extermination camp where approximately 1.3 million people were sent during the following years. Your guide will lead you through the barracks, the latrines, the train tracks, the deposit of ashes, the remains of the crematoriums and gas chambers which were demolished by the German troops before leaving to hide the evidence.
After visiting both camps, you will head back to Krakow.
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Important Timetable Information
From April 2020, the starting time of the tour may vary depending on the day, with a maximum margin of 4 hours. In this case, the provider will contact you at least seven days in advance.
Covid-19 Measures
All of our providers comply with local legislation and applicable health recommendations regarding protection and safety, to help avoid the spread of Covid-19. Specifically, the provider of this tour will apply the following measures:
- A safe distance of one metre between clients will be maintained whenever possible.
- The use of masks is obligatory. The client must bring their own mask.
- Alcohol gel will be available before, during, and after the service.
- Disinfected radio units will be provided, and headphones will be single-use.
- The transport used will be disinfected before and after each service and deep-cleaned every 24 hours.
Price
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Duration
7 hours.
Language
The tour is exclusively in English.
Included
Transport in an airconditioned coach.
Professional English speaking guide.
Admission to Auschwitz Birkenau concentration camps.
Not included
Lunch.
When to book?
Book as soon as possible to guarantee availability, especially during public holidays and festivities.
Digital voucher
We will send you a voucher that you can show on your phone to take part in the activity.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Is there a reason that it is not possible to reserve the tour on the 20th 21st and 22nd of April?
A - It is not possible to visit Auschwitz on the 20th 21st and 22nd of April, as those dates are reserved for visits by concentration camp survivors and family members.
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Q - How is the visit to the concentration camp?
A - All visitors will be given headphones to follow the tour.
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Q - Is it possible to request a child seat?
A - Yes, but please mention it in the comments when making your reservation.
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Q - What documentation is needed to accredit me as a student?
A - To make the most of the student discount, you'll have to present your I.D. or passport (to confirm that you are younger than 26) and a student card (physical or electronic) with the name of the university, as well as the name of the student and expiry date.
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Q - Can we take luggage on the excursion?
A - Yes.
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Q - How long is dedicated to the visit to each camp?
A - Approximately 2.5 hours in Auschwitz I and in Auschwitz II-Birkenau approximately 2.5 hours.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
If you still have more questions, check out our section on frequently asked questions. If you need help to book an activity or have any enquiries, please contact us.
Accessibility
No (not suitable for people with reduced mobility).
Free cancellation
Meeting point
Straszewskiego 14.
