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Auschwitz-Birkenau Tour with Transfer, eBook and Optional Guide

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Description

Summary

Starts

Starowiślna 65

Languages

Norwegian, Hindi, German, Swedish, Russian, Finnish, Portuguese, Korean, Mandarin Chinese, Greek, English, Croatian, Italian, French, Hungarian, Hebrew, Spanish, Czech, Arabic, Japanese, Polish, Danish, and Dutch

Difficulty

Easy

Admission

Mobile ticket

Description

Step into the solemn pages of Poland's history at Auschwitz-Birkenau, where every step echoes with stories of resilience and survival. Explore at your own pace, or consider a guided experience to uncover the somber narratives woven within these haunting walls. Choose your path, honor the past, and let history speak its unforgettable truths.

Auschwitz-Birkenau was the largest and deadliest of the Nazi concentration and extermination camps during World War II. On this tour, immerse yourself in the chilling legacy of Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau. Walk through underground tunnels and explore various barracks. Witness the ruins of gas chambers and crematoria, providing a profound understanding of the Holocaust's magnitude.

Travel in comfort from Krakow to Auschwitz-Birkenau aboard an air-conditioned vehicle. During the tour, all visitors will receive a complimentary English e-book and will be provided with headsets for enhanced guidance and immersion.

Throughout the experience, a knowledgeable expert will guide you, offering valuable insights and information. The activity is offered in 23 languages: Norwegian, Hindi, German, Swedish, Russian, Finnish, Portuguese, Korean, Mandarin Chinese, Greek, English, Croatian, Italian, French, Hungarian, Hebrew, Spanish, Czech, Arabic, Japanese, Polish, Danish, and Dutch.

The starting point for this historical tour is located in Krakow. The exact address is Starowiślna 65, 31-052 Kraków, Poland. The endpoint of the tour is located at Wielopole 2, 31-072 Kraków, Poland.

Reservations for this activity can be made for up to 15 individuals per booking. We recommend you review the "Included" and/or "Good to know" sections below for more details about the experience.

The cancellation policy for this experience is as follows: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Experience the solemn echoes of history and honor the memory of those who perished. Join this day trip from Krakow to Auschwitz-Birkenau and embark on a journey of remembrance and understanding.

Travelers who have booked this historical tour before have rated their experience an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 557 reviews.

Included

Certificated Museum English speaking Guide (if option selected)

Entry fees to Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II Birkenau

Headsets to hear the guide clearly

Highly qualified, helpful and friendly tour leader

Pickup from 8 different meeting points all over Krakow

Preperation E-book in English for each participant ("The Stories of Auschwitz")

Professional support in case of any issue available on Whatsapp, Email, Phonecall

Round-trip transportation from and to Krakow by air-conditioned vehicle

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Destinations

Krakow

Options

Tour with Individual Entrance

Duration: 7 hours: Tour is aprox. 6-7h
This is self-guided experience: The tours at Auschwitz typically start between 7:00 am and 1:00 pm

English Guide in Person

The Tour Start Time: The tours at Auschwitz typically start between 7:00 am and 1:00 pm, please write your preferred departure window.

Good to know

VISIT: Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum is visited by thousands of people every day. Keeping your own pace of sightseeing may not be possible. It is mandatory to behave appropriately. The dress code is casual but it requires respect for the place. It is forbidden to eat, smoke or act in a loud manner at the museum sights.

PREPARATION: This is a very emotional tour, we have created an ebook that should help you prepare emotionally for the visit.

PICKUP: The tour departs from several meeting points. Please make sure to send us your preferred pickup point or your accommodation place. Otherwise, our team will set you to the last meeting point.

CHILDREN: It is not recommended to visit this museum with children below 13 years. However, it is the parent's personal decision, the tour for children below 13 years may be done without a headset and receiver. Tickets for children (3-11) include entrance tickets without the receivers and headphones in Auschwitz. If you want your child to visit with a headset please book "Youth tickets"

PICTURES: It is allowed to take pictures in museums, except few indicated exceptions. It is forbidden to take photos with the use of flash.

DEPARTURE: It is highly recommended to reserve a whole day for the tour as the start time may change following the rules of Auschwitz.

WEATHER: The tour operates in all weather conditions. During the visit to Auschwitz, you will spend up to 70% of the time outdoors. Please bring weather-appropriate clothing and water on sunny days.

DOCUMENTS Regarding the Terms of Use at the Auschwitz & Birkenau Museum, it is mandatory to provide the full names of all participants of the tour. It is necessary to take with you any document with a picture for the tour which may be checked at the entrance to the museum. Otherwise, you may not be allowed to enter the museum.

BAG LIMITATIONS: Please note that the maximum size of bags and backpacks allowed on the museum grounds is 30 x 20 x 10 centimetres (roughly 12 x 8 x 4 inches). You can always leave your belongings inside the vehicle, or in the luggage store in Auschwitz.

LUNCH: Lunch is not included but you can order a lunchbox separately for 30zł which will be delivered to you during the tour. To place an order you may send us an email no later than 7:00 pm the day before. Please note that there is not enough time for a regular lunch between visits to Auschwitz I and Birkenau. Ordering a lunchbox or bringing your snacks is highly recommended. On the spot, there are only a few places to buy food and drinks, however in high season, there may not be enough time to stay in long queues.

STUDENT: Youth tickets discount is only with a valid student ID card, on the day of the tour. Please ensure to take your student ID card with you, otherwise, you will need to pay an extra fee for an adult ticket

GROUP: The maximum number of people in a group with a guide is 30, meanwhile, in the vehicle, there may be two groups together.

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