Auschwitz-Birkenau & Salt Mine Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Auschwitz-Birkenau's historical significance
- Discover Wieliczka Salt Mine's underground chambers
- Learn about Poland's rich history and culture
- Experience guided tours with expert insights
- Enjoy convenient round-trip transportation from Krakow
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum
- Guided tour of Wieliczka Salt Mine
- Round-trip transportation from Krakow
- Meals and personal expenses
Itinerary
Pass by: If you choose an option with transfer from a meeting point, please select one of three available meeting points. If you purchase a Hotel pickup option or Door-to-Door service, please provide your address during booking.
The first part of the visit to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum and Memorial is the main camp called Auschwitz I. Over here, the tour takes place with live English commentary through the original buildings and grounds of the former concentration camp. You will be able to hear your guide through a headset.
The former camp Auschwitz II-Birkenau is the second part of the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum and Memorial. Here you will continue your guided tour on the Birkenau grouds.
The Salt Mine is situated in Wieliczka, near Krakow. The visit takes place either after visiting Auschwitz-Birkenau or before that. When booking an English-guided option, there will be a lunch break of up to 1,5 hours in Wieliczka before the Salt Mine Tour.
Pass by: The trip will end near the Old Town Square in Krakow if you select an option with transportation. If you purchase a door-to-door service by private car, the driver will drop you off at your desired location.
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- Confirm your booking details and provide accurate contact information.
- Be aware that the tour involves significant walking; consider your comfort level.
- Understand that the tour operates in English; ensure language compatibility.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven surfaces.
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated throughout the day.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly for the day.
Cancellation policy
0All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Accessibility
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- Maximum luggage/bag/purse/backpack size is 30x20x10cm (A4 sheet size)
- This trip involves a significant amount of indoor and outdoor walking. We recommend comfortable shoes.
- The tour operates in all weather conditions. Please dress accordingly.
- The visit at Asuchwitz-Birkenau requires a memorial site dress code.
- The Salt Mine tour includes 800 steps descending into a depth of 135 meters underground and up to 3 km of winding corridors.
- The temperature inside the Salt Mine is stable all year long, around 14 degrees Celcius.
- There is an original miner's lift to bring you up to the surface. The exit shaft is 500 m away from the one used to enter the mine.
Traveler reviews
Salt Mines Visit from Krakow
Matthew excellent driver, punctual and serious. He even waited for us on the way back for a few of our minutes late
Tours
Really well organised, our driver Stanley was great, got us where we needed to be on time. The only disappointment was out Auschwitz tour guide, he was terrible, couldn't hear him a lot of the time even though people asked him to speak up, he didn't wait for everyone to get in before talking and just spoke in a monotone voice. Salt mine was incredible and our guide was fantastic.
Legedary krakow
We have been brought and taken Oskar very good driver, 100% recommended
Good tour
Our driver Jordan guide us in this full day tour, always at disposal for question, good time schedule and organization!
One day in Auschwitz and Salt Mine
Overall we had a great experience with Legendary Krakow. We were initially a bit surprised because they reached out the day before we were meant to arrive in Krakow to let us know the trip couldn’t be done in one day. This was due to the scheduling of tickets. Fortunately we had three days in Krakow so it worked out for us to do a half day at the Salt Mine on the day we arrived and then most of the next day in Auschwitz. I actually felt it worked better to do the two visits separately for timing. It also allows you to process what you see and feel in Auschwitz. Matthew, our driver for Auschwitz was great! He shared some of his own experiences and provided us with great tips for our stay in Krakow.