Combine two of Poland’s most powerful UNESCO World Heritage Sites in a single, full-day journey from Krakow. This guided excursion to Auschwitz-Birkenau and the Wieliczka Salt Mine offers a deeply moving insight into human history, followed by a fascinating exploration of underground wonders, all with comfortable transport and skip-the-line entry.
Begin the day at the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, where a licensed guide will lead you through the former concentration and extermination camps. This sobering visit provides a vital window into the scale and impact of the Holocaust, where over a million lives were lost. Walk through both Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II Birkenau, seeing the barracks, watchtowers, and exhibitions that preserve the memory of those who suffered and perished here.
In the afternoon, continue to the Wieliczka Salt Mine, one of the oldest operating salt mines in the world. Descend into an underground labyrinth of tunnels, chapels, saline lakes, and sculptures carved entirely from salt. Learn about the mine’s medieval origins and the generations of miners who shaped this subterranean landscape. The mine's microclimate is also said to offer respiratory health benefits.
This full-day experience offers not only a deeper understanding of Poland’s complex past but also a chance to witness the resilience of human creativity and endurance across centuries.
