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.
Price
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Duration
7 hours 30 minutes.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Transport in an air conditioned coach
English speaking guide
Admission to Auschwitz Birkenau concentration camps
Not included
Lunch
When to book?
You can book up to the start time, as long as there are places remaining. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code. Specifically, this activity applies the following practices: Show more
Printed material is avoided.
No single-use plastics are used.
Reusable headsets are used.
The activity helps to promote peace.
No printing of documentation required.
Promotes local employment.
Has a gender equality policy.
Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Provider
Pets
Not permitted.
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 - 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 have any other questions please contact us .
Free cancellation
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