Krakow: Auschwitz and Wieliczka Salt Mine Combo Tour

The Krakow: Auschwitz and Wieliczka Salt Mine Combo Tour provides a profound and comprehensive experience for visitors. Exploring the historical significance of the Auschwitz camps and marveling at the stunning salt carvings in the Wieliczka mine, this two-day tour offers an educational and visually captivating journey. With hotel pickup, professional guides, and all entrance fees included, it’s an opportunity to witness the sobering realities of the Holocaust and uncover the underground beauty that lies beneath Krakow.

Key Points

• This combo tour offers visits to both the Auschwitz-Birkenau Camps and the Wieliczka Salt Mine at a discounted price of Kč 3,396 per person.
• The 2-day tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, entrance fees, transportation, and professional English-speaking guides.
• The Auschwitz tour provides a guided exploration of the historical site, including barracks, gas chambers, and crematoriums.
• The Wieliczka Salt Mine tour features a descent of 378 stairs to the first level and a 3-kilometer route showcasing unique salt chambers and sculptures.
• Booking requires full name and contact details, and the name on the booking must match the ID presented at entry.

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Tour Overview and Pricing

The Krakow: Auschwitz and Wieliczka Salt Mine Combo Tour is priced from Kč 3,396 per person and lasts for 2 days.

The tour includes visits to Auschwitz Birkenau Camps and the Wieliczka Salt Mine. By booking this combination tour, travelers can save money.

This Krakow combo tour includes visits to Auschwitz Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine, allowing travelers to save money by booking the combination.

The tour provides hotel pickup and drop-off, entrance fees, transportation, and professional English-speaking guides at both locations.

With a duration of 2 days, this comprehensive tour allows visitors to explore the somber history of Auschwitz and the magnificent salt mine, providing an enriching and memorable experience in Krakow.

Itinerary and Activities

As part of the two-day tour, the Auschwitz portion begins with a pickup from the hotel in Krakow. Guests then drive 65 kilometers to the Auschwitz I and II Birkenau camps, where a guided tour takes them through the barracks, watchtowers, railway ramps, gas chambers, and crematoriums.

For the Wieliczka Salt Mine portion, guests are picked up from their hotel and driven 40 minutes to the mine. Travelers descend 378 stairs to reach the first level, 64 meters below ground, and explore a 3-kilometer route with unique chambers, carvings, and salt statues.

The tour concludes with a high-speed lift back to the surface.

[BULLET LIST]:

• Auschwitz Tour:

• Pickup from hotel in Krakow

• Drive 65 km to Auschwitz I and II Birkenau

• Guided tour of barracks, watchtowers, railway ramps, gas chambers, and crematoriums

• Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour:

• Pickup from hotel

• 40-minute drive to the mine

• Descend 378 stairs to level 1 (64 meters below ground)

• 3-kilometer route with unique chambers, carvings, and salt statues

• High-speed lift back to the surface

Auschwitz Tour

The Auschwitz tour begins with a pickup from the hotel in Krakow, where guests then drive 65 kilometers to the Auschwitz I and II Birkenau camps.

The guided tour takes visitors through the barracks, watchtowers, railway ramps, gas chambers, and crematoriums, providing a somber and impactful experience.

Guests gain a deeper understanding of the atrocities committed at these historical sites.

The tour is an emotional and educational journey, offering a chance to reflect on the profound human tragedy that occurred during this dark period in history.

Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour

After the Auschwitz tour, the Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour begins with a pickup from the hotel.

The group takes a 40-minute drive to the mine, descending 378 stairs to reach the first level, 64 meters below ground.

The 3-kilometer route showcases:

1. Unique salt chambers

2. Intricate salt carvings

3. Impressive salt statues

4. A souvenir shop and snack bar

Participants then return to the surface via a high-speed lift.

This combination tour allows visitors to experience both the somber history of Auschwitz and the natural wonder of the Wieliczka Salt Mine.

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Inclusions and Transportation

This combo tour includes several key amenities to enhance the experience.

The package provides hotel pickup and drop-off for both the Auschwitz and Wieliczka tours. Entrance fees to both sites are covered. Transportation is by air-conditioned minivan and car.

Knowledgeable, English-speaking guides lead the tours at each location. Travelers won’t need to worry about logistics – it’s all arranged.

The combination of these inclusions provides a seamless and efficient way to visit these significant historical sites from Krakow. With transportation and entry fees handled, guests can simply focus on the impactful tours.

Important Information and Requirements

Booking this combo tour requires providing the full name and contact details for the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum. The name on the booking must match the ID presented at entry.

Booking this combo tour requires providing the full name and contact details for the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum. The name on the booking must match the ID presented at entry.

Cancellation isn’t possible, as the tickets are non-refundable.

Travelers should bring:

1. Passport or ID card

2. Weather-appropriate clothing

3. Hand luggage no larger than 30 x 20 x 10 cm

4. Valid student ID for discounts at both sites

Adherence to these important requirements ensures a seamless experience for this emotionally impactful Auschwitz and Wieliczka Salt Mine combo tour.

Customer Reviews and Ratings

Travelers have rated this Krakow: Auschwitz and Wieliczka Salt Mine Combo Tour highly, with an overall score of 4.2 out of 5 based on 54 reviews.

The tour guides received excellent ratings of 4.7 out of 5, with reviewers praising their informative and emotional presentations.

The transportation also earned high marks of 4.5 out of 5, with the air-conditioned vehicles noted as comfortable.

Reviewers considered the tour a good value for money, rating it 4.3 out of 5.

Feedback highlighted the full-day commitment required due to the travel time from Krakow, but overall, the tour is recommended for its comprehensive and impactful experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Tour Available in Languages Other Than English?

The tour is available in multiple languages. According to the information provided, the guides at both Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine are professional English-speaking, indicating the tour can be conducted in English.

Can I Leave the Group During the Tour to Explore on My Own?

No, participants generally cannot leave the group during the tour to explore on their own. The tours are structured with set itineraries and guides, and it’s important that everyone stays with the group for safety and logistics reasons.

Are There Any Age Restrictions or Requirements for the Tour?

There are no specific age restrictions for this tour. However, children must be accompanied by an adult, and students must provide a valid ID to receive discounted admission at both Auschwitz and the Wieliczka Salt Mine.

Is There an Option to Just Visit One of the Sites Instead of the Combo?

Yes, there’s an option to visit just one of the sites instead of the combo tour. Customers can book separate tours for either Auschwitz Birkenau or Wieliczka Salt Mine if they don’t want to do the full combo package.

Can I Take Photos During the Tour and What Are the Rules Around That?

Visitors are generally allowed to take photos during the Auschwitz and Wieliczka Salt Mine tours, but there are some restrictions. Photography is prohibited in certain sensitive areas, and visitors must follow the tour guide’s instructions regarding when and where photos can be taken.

The Sum Up

The Krakow: Auschwitz and Wieliczka Salt Mine Combo Tour offers a powerful and diverse experience. Visitors can explore the solemn history of Auschwitz and marvel at the stunning salt carvings of the Wieliczka Salt Mine, all while benefiting from professional guides and convenient transportation. This comprehensive tour provides an educational and visually captivating journey, leaving a lasting impression on participants.

You can check availability for your dates here: