Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine Day Tour from Krakow

Experience two of Poland's UNESCO World Heritage sites on this day tour from Krakow: the Auschwitz-Birkenau and the Wieliczka Salt Mine. The Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum preserves the tragic history of the Holocaust and pays tribute to the millions of lives lost. The Krakow Wieliczka Salt Mine offers a fascinating, underground world carved from salt, showcasing centuries of mining history. With convenient hotel pickup and drop-off, this tour combines history and culture for an unforgettable experience.

The entire activity lasts around 12 hours and is a great addition to any travel itinerary in Krakow. Previous travelers have rated this cultural tour an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 212 reviews.

Start your day with a visit to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum in Oswiecim, located 31 miles (50 km) west of Krakow. You will join an English-speaking guide at Auschwitz I for a 2.5-hour concentration camp Auschwitz tour to learn about the camp's tragic history. Afterward, you will be transferred to Auschwitz II-Birkenau, 1.2 miles (2 km) away, for an additional 1-hour guided exploration of the site.

Next, you’ll continue your journey to the Wieliczka Salt Mine. It's one of the oldest working salt mines in the world, which operated from the 13th century until 1996. On this Polish salt mine Krakow itinerary, you will embark on a 2.5-hour English-guided tour that will take you 140 meters underground. It's a 1.55-mile (2.5-kilometer) route through breathtaking, salt-carved chambers and sculptures. To enter the mine, you'll go down 378 wooden steps. After the tour, a lift will take you back up to the surface.

Throughout the experience, a knowledgeable expert will guide you, offering valuable insights and information. The activity is offered in English and welcomes English speakers of all levels.

This Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka salt mine tour from Krakow includes transportation in an air-conditioned minivan. Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine tickets are also included. Headphones are provided to hear the guide.

The starting point for this historical tour is located in Krakow. The activity starts at 08:00. Pickup is available from your accommodation in Krakow. Please provide the full name and address of your accommodation when booking. Pickup times may vary depending on the day of your tour. You will receive the exact time by message.

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.

Make your Krakow visit unforgettable by reserving a spot on this enriching day tour to Auschwitz-Birkenau and the Wieliczka Salt Mine from Krakow. Don’t wait—secure your date now to guarantee your spot on this extraordinary experience before it fills up!