Auschwitz-Birkenau Day Trip + Hotel Pickup
Tour Details
We'll pick you up at the indicated time from your hotel in the center of Kraków, or at a nearby meeting point, and from there we'll travel by bus to Oświęcim.
Auschwitz I is located next to this town in southern Poland, near the border with the Czech Republic. Once there, we'll take a guided tour of this concentration camp for political prisoners. During the tour through the different prison blocks, we will see the so-called starvation cells, where the prisoners were left to die of starvation.
After this first part, we'll take a short break to digest all that we have witnessed. We'll then return to the bus to travel to the outskirts of Oświęcim, where we'll take a tour of the Auschwitz II-Birkenau concentration camp. This extermination center was built to carry out what the Nazis called the Final Solution to the Jewish problem.
Throughout our tour of this complex, we'll see the prisoners' barracks, the latrines, and the remains of the crematorium ovens and gas chambers. We'll also see the tracks of the trains that arrived at Auschwitz loaded with prisoners who never left alive.
During the tour, we'll talk about World War II and the social, economic, cultural, and political consequences of this conflict. We'll also learn about the historical events that led to this most bloody and deadly armed episode of the 20th century.
Finally, we'll return to the starting point in Krakow, where we'll conclude this 7 to 7.5-hour tour.
Important Info
Before booking, please keep the following in mind:
Documentation
- The first and last names listed on the reservation must match the national ID documents you present on the day of the activity. If they do not match, you'll be denied entry. If you make separate reservations, you may not be assigned to the same group or vehicle.
- Tickets are non-transferable, and only one change per reservation is allowed. This change may affect no more than 10% of the participants.
Guide
- Visits to the camp may only be conducted by guides authorized by the camp itself, not by external guides. The assignment of guides and their languages is determined exclusively by the camp’s organization, and in some cases, the visit may include translation into the selected language. The pace and duration are determined by the camp itself and may be shortened due to extreme weather conditions (heat waves or storms).
- All tour operators require a minimum group size to gain access to the field with a guide; therefore, if this minimum is not met, the activity may be canceled or rescheduled.
- The field confirms the guide at 3 pm on the day before the tour, so the reservation is not confirmed until a guide has been assigned by the field. On our end, we reserve entry slots and a guide as soon as the minimum group size is reached; however, in the case of last-minute reservations, guides may not be available, and the activity could be canceled. We remind you of the importance of being easily reachable at the phone number provided in the reservation in case of any changes.
Schedule and Pickup Points
During the booking process, you will be shown a drop-down list with different hotels and meeting points in the center of Kraków. If your accommodation is not on the list, you will have to select a hotel or meeting point from the list that is closest to your accommodation.
The pickup time is subject to change. The tour can begin between 5 am and 1:30 pm; the time selected on the website is not guaranteed.The exact pickup time or meeting point will be communicated the day before the tour via email, WhatsApp, and other available means. If the departure time changes, we will contact you. Otherwise, the originally scheduled time will remain the same. Please plan your day so that it accommodates the pickup time. Transportation will be by bus or minibus, depending on the size of the group.
Other Activities at Auschwitz
If you prefer, you can choose one of the following activities:
- Auschwitz Tour from Krakow: we'll pick you up at a central point in Kraków.
- Self-Guided Day Trip to Auschwitz-Birkenau: if you opt for this activity, you will tour the concentration camp on your own, without a guide.
- Auschwitz-Birkenau Private Day Trip: this option allows you to visit the concentration camp with a guide exclusively for you.
More Information
Duration
7h - 7h 30m.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop–off
Transport by bus
English–speaking guide at Auschwitz
Admission fees
Not included
Food and drinks
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability conditions
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - How is the tour carried out?
A - All visitors wear headphones to follow the tour.
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Q - Can I bring luggage or a baby stroller during the tour?
A - Yes, you can leave it in the trunk of the bus.
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Q - Are there bathrooms on the bus?
A - No, the buses do not have toilets.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Supercracow Corporate name: Michael's Group Michał Ciężadło Registered Office: GRZEGÓRZECKA 69B M3, Krakow, Poland Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): PL6751254678 Contact information Email: booking@supercracow.com Phone: +48 796 556 969 This supplier is commited to providing services in accordance with applicable European Union laws.
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Q - Is there a lot of walking during the route?
A - You have to walk a long gravel road almost entirely. The level of difficulty is not high, it can be done by people of any age.
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Q - Can I change the date of my booking?
A - Please note that, due to new Auschwitz regulations, tickets are nominative and valid only for the selected date. Changes are subject to a 14EUR fee per person. If you chose the non-refundable option, date changes are not permitted.
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Q - Is there a stop to eat?
A - Breaks between visits to the two parts of the museum are usually very short, lasting a maximum of 20 minutes, but it all depends on the guide.
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Q - Will there be restaurants nearby for lunch?
A - Since the break is short, it is recommended to bring food to snack on during the breaks, because the shops nearby are usually very crowded.
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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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.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 10 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.