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Exploring Treblinka: A Profound Historical Tour Near Warsaw - Warsaw

Exploring Treblinka: A Profound Historical Tour Near Warsaw

Wólka Okrąglikeasy

Difficulty

easy

Duration

5–6 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for most visitors with average mobility; minimal physical exertion required.

Overview

Discover the haunting history of Treblinka, a key Nazi camp near Warsaw. This guided half-day tour includes museum visits, memorial walks, and traditional Polish lunch — a moving journey through one of WWII’s grimest sites.

Warsaw, Masovian Voivodeship

Treblinka Nazi Camp Half Day Tour from Warsaw

Starting at € 52 • 6 hours • All Ages

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About This Adventure

Experience the haunting history of Treblinka, a significant Nazi camp site just an hour from Warsaw. Explore the museum, walk the grounds, and visit memorials honoring the victims. This poignant tour includes transportation, a guided visit, and a traditional lunch, making it a unique and memorable journey through history.

Feel the weight of history in Treblinka, the site of two Nazi camps: the Extermination Camp and the Penal Labour Camp, together covering the area of 34 ha!


Rates per person

1 Person: € 200 2 People: € 115 3 People: € 86 4 People: € 73 5 People: € 64 6 People: € 58 7 People: € 54 8 People: € 52

10% off on the following dates:

- October 19 - October 24 - October 28 - October 30

About

This is the closest Nazi Camp to Warsaw, only 1-hour drive from the city. 20,000 inmates were held here between 1941 and 1944. Nowadays visitors can enter the museum with an exhibition showing a model of the complex and walk on the grounds of the former camp. On the site there is a symbolic cemetery – a huge monument with over 100 granite stones with names of the towns from which the victims were deported. Outside the camp there are some remnants of railway tracks to commemorate the last journey of the prisoners.

  • visit two places of Memorial in Warsaw: Umschlagplatz and The Ghetto Heroes Monument
  • visit the Treblinka museum with exposition presenting organization of the camp and its miniature
  • walk among the ruins of the Penal Labour Camp
  • feel the desperate courage of the 840 prisoners of the Extermination Camp who dared to rebel against their fates in August 1943.

This tour starts in Warsaw. You will be picked up by our English-speaking driver from your hotel/apartment. You will start the tour in Warsaw, where you will see two places of memorial: Umschlagplatz and The Ghetto Heroes Monument. Then, you will visit Treblinka Camp. Afterwards, you will have lunch at a local restaurant You will come back to Warsaw around 15:30.

Standard schedule:

09:00 Pick-up at your hotel in Warsaw 10:30 – 12:30 Visit in Treblinka Extermination and Penal Labour Camp 13:00 – 14:00 Lunch 15:30 Drop-off at your hotel in Warsaw

*The departure time is estimated and the order and timing may change, to be announced before the tour by email *

What's included

  • Transportation by car/minibus
  • Pick-up and drop off at your hotel/apartment in the city centre
  • English-speaking driver (other languages are possible if requested in advance)
  • Group guided tour in Treblinka in English (other languages are possible if requested in advance)
  • Entrance fee to Treblinka museum
  • Free time

Complimentary services:

  • Free traditional lunch of the day (e.g pierogi, chicken soup or schnitzel +water) in a local restaurant
  • Free wifi in most of our cars (ask the driver)
  • Child seat free of charge (must be requested in advance)

Important information:

  • Please let us know if you have any serious health issues so that we know how to react in case of emergency.

Adventure Tips

Be Prepared for Emotional Impact

This tour covers a difficult and sensitive history; mental readiness is essential to fully appreciate the experience.

Wear Comfortable Footwear

The grounds involve walking over uneven terrain, so sturdy shoes are recommended.

Respect the Memorial Site

Photography may be restricted in certain areas; follow your guide’s instructions to honor the site’s sanctity.

Bring Water and Weather Protection

Weather varies year-round; carry water, sun protection, or rain gear depending on the season.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Red foxes
  • Various songbirds

History

Treblinka was established in 1942 as part of Operation Reinhard, a Nazi plan to exterminate Polish Jews during World War II.

Conservation

The site is maintained as a protected historical memorial, with ongoing efforts to preserve its authenticity and educate visitors responsibly.

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Recommended Gear

Comfortable Walking Shoes

Essential

Needed for uneven paths and extended walking during the tour.

Weather-Appropriate Clothing

Essential

Dress for the season to stay comfortable while outdoors.

Reusable Water Bottle

Essential

Stay hydrated during your visit, especially in warmer months.

Small Backpack

Useful for carrying personal items and any extra layers or gear.