Krakow Private Tour: Auschwitz-Birkenau & Wieliczka Salt Mine by AT Cracow
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8–10 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness required for walking and stair climbing, comfortable footwear recommended.
Overview
Discover a powerful combination of history and underground artistry on this private day trip from Krakow. Visit Auschwitz-Birkenau and the Wieliczka Salt Mine in a single, seamless experience tailored for reflection and awe.
Auschwitz-Birkenau & Salt Mine in One Day Full Priv (Integracja)
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About This Adventure
Experience a profound day in Krakow with a private tour to Auschwitz-Birkenau and the UNESCO-listed Wieliczka Salt Mine. Reflect on history at the memorial complex and marvel at stunning underground sculptures and lakes in the salt mine. Enjoy the convenience of a comfortable car and professional chauffeur for an unforgettable journey.
Convenient private day tour: Visit two of the most important sites during your stay in Krakow
Duration
Approximately 12 hours
Highlights
Visit Krakow’s most important historic sites on this full-day tour, pay your respects at the most notorious of all Nazi concentration camps and discover one of the world oldest still working mines, the UNESCO listed Wieliczka Salt mine
• Convenient private day tour • Visit Auschwitz-Birkenau and Salt mine at one day. • Great-value tour includes entrance fees and hotel pick-up • Choose between guided and non-guided options in Auschwitz
About
Visit two of the most important sites during your stay in Krakow in one day with a convenient tour. On this tour, you will be travelling in a comfortable private car and will be accompanied by professional private chauffeur.
The Auschwitz Birkenau Memorial complex is a very large complex which once housed almost 1.3 million victims of the Nazi carnage. Today, the buildings in the complex stand in somber memory of the horrors faced by the prisoners who were held captive in the complex. It includes a museum which displays many letters, documents and artifacts connected with the Nazi regime.
The Wieliczka Salt Mines have produced rock salt for centuries up until the last decade. Tourists visiting the site have the option to take a tourist’s route or the miner’s route to explore the underground mines. The tourist route covers the important tourist spots like the chapel of Blessed St. Kinga, who is the patron saint of miners around the region. This route also covers the various sculptures carved out of rock salt by miners and contemporary artists. You also get to see two beautiful underground lakes on this route, which is stretched over 3 km.
Important information
• 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. • Operates in all weather conditions, but remember that it is a memorial site, please dress appropriately
Adventure Tips
Arrive Early
Start your day early to avoid crowds at both sites and gain a more reflective experience.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
Prepare for walking and uneven surfaces, especially in the salt mine tunnels and memorial grounds.
Bring Water and Snacks
Stay hydrated and energized during this full-day trip, as amenities may be limited at the sites.
Respect the Site
Maintain a respectful attitude at Auschwitz and the memorial sites, adhering to guidelines and photography rules.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Urban foxes in the outskirts
- Migratory birds around the salt lakes
History
The Auschwitz site stands as a stark reminder of the Holocaust, established in 1940 as a Nazi concentration camp, now, a memorial to those who suffered there.
Conservation
AT Cracow emphasizes respect and preservation of these historic sites, ensuring tours promote awareness and sustainable visitation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for walking through memorials and mine tunnels comfortably.
Layered clothing
Adjust to varying temperatures inside the salt mine and outdoor memorials.
spring|summer|fall|winter specific
Water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the day, especially in warmer months.
Camera or smartphone
Capture the striking underground sculptures and meaningful memorial moments.