Learn about the Nazi atrocities at the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp. Continue with a tour of the fascinating Wieliczka Salt Mine before returning to Krakow by bus. A professional guide will wait for you at Auschwitz-Birkenau to show you around and tell you about the history of the memorial site. The tour begins at Auschwitz and after a short break, you’ll continue to the second camp - Birkenau. Next, you will visit the Wieliczka Salt Mine after a 1-hour lunch break. You’ll be accompanied by a local guide who will tell you about the history of the mine. You’ll see some incredible chambers, original sculptures and authentic miner workplaces.

Why you’ll love this…

See two of the most important sites in Poland in one day
Learn about the gloomy history of Nazi terror
Hear stories about the everyday life of Auschwitz prisoners
Visit Wieliczka Salt Mine, one of the most famous attractions in Poland
Explore incredible chambers, original sculptures and authentic miner workplaces

Important to know

Know in advance:

All participants must provide their full name and contact details at the time of booking. Please ensure that the name on your ID exactly matches the name provided at the booking to avoid issues at the entrance
The museum can change your visit time, so your pickup time may change accordingly. You will receive final confirmation via email 1–2 days before the tour. Due to the extremely high visitors’ volume and internal policies, Auschwitz-Birkenau reserves the right to cancel tours or guides at any time, even a few days or hours before the visit. If this happens, you will be informed and if possible, offered an alternative date or program
All visitors are required to pass through security checks before entering the museum grounds
To receive a reduced student ticket, students must be able to show a valid student ID card
Please behave appropriately at Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial
The temperature in the mine is constant (about 14 degrees), and therefore it is recommended to bring warm clothing even in the summer
At Wieliczka Salt Mine there are 800 steps on the way, including 380 right at the start
It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes