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From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour & Hotel Pickup

From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour & Hotel Pickup

Pay your respects at the site of the Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration Camp. Make use of transportation from Krakow, and take a guided tour of the historical landmark. Benefit from pick-up at your accommodation in Krakow, and journey by air-conditioned vehicle to Oświęcim. Enter the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum for a 3.5-hour guided tour of the former Nazi concentration camps.  Hear how 1.3 million Jews, along with prisoners from Poland, France and Italy were murdered there during World War II. See the infamous "Arbeit Macht Frei" gate and learn the origins of the camp and what life was like for the prisoners. Visit the original barracks and gas chambers, along with platforms and other sites, and take a poignant trip through history via period photos and personal artifacts that bring the past to life.

From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour & Hotel Pickup

From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Guided Tour & Hotel Pickup

Visit Auschwitz on a day trip from Krakow. Learn about the history of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camps during a guided tour with a certified historian and guide. Auschwitz-Birkenau was founded in 1940 by Nazi Germany and was the largest concentration camp operated by the Nazis. It became the final resting place for millions of people, mostly Jews and Poles, who were murdered in gas chambers. Pass through the gate with the inscription "Arbeit macht frei" to enter Auschwitz I, where your guide will show you around the preserved area and explain the history of the site.  Then, visit the second camp at Birkenau, where mass killings took place as part of the Nazi "Final Solution to the Jewish Question."

From Krakow: Auschwitz Birkenau Tour with Transfer

From Krakow: Auschwitz Birkenau Tour with Transfer

Visit Aushwitz Birkenau with a guidebook. Witness the largest camp built on Polish soil by the Nazis that served as a concentration camp and an extermination camp. Get picked up in Krakow and travel to Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum. After arriving at the museum, collect an admission ticket with the help of your tour leader. Then start your self-guided tour with informative brochure in language chosen. Take advantage of the freedom of the tour at your own pace and path of your choice After visiting the first part - Auschwitz, continue to the second camp at Birkenau, where the mass killings took place. Benefit from the help of a tour assistant who will be at your disposal from pickup to drop off

Kraków: Evening or Night River Cruise

Kraków: Evening or Night River Cruise

Feast your eyes on the visual delights of Krakow, from the majestic Wawel Castle to the historic Zwierzyniec and Kazimierz districts. Hop onto a Vistula River cruise, one of the best ways to discover all that Krakow has to offer. Begin the cruise at the foot of Wawel Castle then glide along the picturesque boulevards first in the direction of Podgórze and Kazimierz districts. Pass by well-known sights like Church on the Rock, Mangha Museum, Bernatka Footbridge, Cricoteka, picturesque bridges, towards Dabie district. Journey along the river that flows through the heart of Krakow, which happens to be home to some of the most iconic landmarks in Poland. Have the chance to see the city's primary attractions and immerse yourself in the spirit of Krakow thanks to the comfortable pace of the tour. Drinks and snacks can be purchased at the pier.

Krakow: Zakopane Tour with Thermal Pools and Hotel Pickup

Krakow: Zakopane Tour with Thermal Pools and Hotel Pickup

Soak up the views of the Tatra Mountains on this bestselling Zakopane day trip. Experience the hot spring pools and warm water slides of the best Thermal Baths, ride the Mt. Gubałówka funicular, stroll along Krupowki Street, and taste local cheese and vodka in the village of Chocholow Your tour will begin with a pick-up from your hotel. During the journey to Zakopane, we have two amazing stops planned. Chochołów - one of the most beautiful villages in Southern Poland where you'll find the oldest houses inhabited by locals. You'll have the opportunity to learn about the history and to take some wonderful photos. When we arrive at our destination - Zakopane, your guide will explain how to use the funicular car and provide you with all the necessary tickets, saving you time and avoiding the ticket office queues. Each tourist spends their free time in the center of Zakopane in their own way. Some can savor delicious local spices or take leisurely walks and admire mountain views, some can buy souvenirs while others count the minutes to experience the final attraction - the hot thermal pools where they can indulge in this blissful relaxation. The thermal pools in Chochołów are one of the largest facilities of this kind in Poland. The health properties of the water have a positive impact on the skin and overall well-being. Pool bars allow for a moment of relaxation with a drink. Families traveling with children will also find something for themselves because every entrance ticket we offer at Chocholow Termal Baths grants access to all zones (except the sauna). Don't forget to bring your phone and capture unforgettable moments! See you on board! Choose one the most frequently booked and the best reviewed tour from Krakow. Thousands of people have already trusted us. IMPORTANT: - From 17.03 to 28.03 we will visit Termy Gorący Potok due to technical break and renovations at Termy Chochołowskie, which will be closed during this period. - From 31.03 to 04.04 due to the technical break of the cable car to Mount Gubałówka, our tour will drive as close to the summit as possible and then our guide will take you on a short walk to the viewpoint on the mountain and, as compensation, will provide you with a lunchbox at our company's expense. (we will contact you about lunchbox the day before your tour on WHATSAPP)

From Krakow: Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour

From Krakow: Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour

Explore the famous Wieliczka Salt Mine on a guided tour from Krakow or choose to meet in Wieliczka. Walk the labyrinthine passages, marvel at the chapels and chambers, and be wowed by the statues and art installations of the mine. Enjoy transportation from Krakow or choose to meet in Wieliczka, then descend 800 stairs to a depth of 135 meters to enter what feels like an underground salt city. Be awed by chambers of salt sculptures, art exhibitions, and old machinery from the days when it was a functioning salt mine. See how salt was extracted as you learn about the space's history. Pause to listen to the unique acoustic properties which come from the nature of the space. Hear how Chopin sounds in this environment, accompanied by spectacular underground lighting. Learn about the health properties of the salt mine as you explore its multiple chambers. At the conclusion of your experience, head back to the vehicle for transportation back to Krakow.

Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau and Salt Mine Guided Tour

Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau and Salt Mine Guided Tour

Take a tour from Krakow that includes visits to the memorial sites of Auschwitz and Birkenau, then continue your excursion with a visit to the salt mines. This 11-hour tour starts in the morning from a meeting point or with a convenient pickup in Krakow. From here you will be transported by a comfortable bus. During the tour, you will be accompanied by your experienced tour leader. Upon arrival at the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum, you will begin your tour with a professional guide who will introduce you to the history of the memorial sites. The next point of the trip will be the Wieliczka Salt Mine, where a local guide will tell you all about the history of the mine. You'll see amazing chambers, original sculptures, and authentic miners' workplaces. There will be a break for lunch on the full-day tour, but it is recommended that you bring snacks with you. The tour will finish in the evening around 8:00 PM.

Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Day Trip with Tour Leader

Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Day Trip with Tour Leader

Travel from Krakow to the small town of Oświęcim to visit the largest Nazi concentration camp complex from World War II. Learn the horrifying story of the more than 1.3 million victims who lost their lives at Auschwitz and Birkenau and pay your respects. The first part of your trip is a 2-hour visit to the Auschwitz I camp to see the permanent exhibition in the former prisoners' barracks. Afterwards, spend between 1.5-2hrs at Auschwitz II Birkenau, the largest of the more than 40 camps and sub-camps that made up the Auschwitz complex. See remnants of the crematories, the unloading ramp, remaining barracks and the monument dedicated to the last victims of the camp. Please note depending on the time of year, you may visit Birkenau camp first before then visiting Auschwitz 1 camp. This is a self-guided tour where you will have use of a guide book and map in your chosen language.

Wieliczka Salt Mine: Skip-the-Line Ticket and Guided Tour

Wieliczka Salt Mine: Skip-the-Line Ticket and Guided Tour

Book this skip-the-line entrance ticket to Wieliczka Salt Mine and meet your local guide in front of the entrance. Follow him through the underground historic city as you learn about the major health benefits of visiting the salt mine because of its special climate and microelement-filled air. The Wieliczka Salt Mine dates back to medieval times and has a history of around 9 centuries of salt exploitation. The tourist route through the mine is located 135-meters (about 443-feet) underground and is accessible by stairs or by elevator.

From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Tour with Transportation

From Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Tour with Transportation

See Auschwitz-Birkenau with a guidebook in your chosen language. Witness the largest complex built on Polish soil by the Nazis, which served as a concentration camp and an extermination camp. Choose your preferred meeting point in Krakow's center. The journey to the Museum takes about 1.5 hours. The bus stops in the parking lot next to the ticket offices and the main entrance to the Museum, from where you will have free time (7.5 hours) to visit at your own pace. After the first museum, continue to the second camp at Birkenau, where the mass killings took place. Our host will be available to help you during the tour if needed.

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I don't think anything could be improved. My husband and I totally enjoyed out trip and our tour guide Jack was fantastic. He was very informative and certainly knew his stuff. I actually learnt more from this trip, than I ever learnt in my history lesson at school. Fantastic, but very sad day. I highly advise everyone to experience this trip. It was well planned from beginning to end. Thank you all, including our tour guide and driver so much.

The guides were very good. However, I found the time frame too short, especially in Birkenau. Due to the size of the Birkenau camp, the group went through it too quickly and important parts such as the "White House" were left out. This is certainly due to the number of visitor groups, but it's still a shame.

amazing guide, brilliant transport. highly recommend! our tour time was changed quite dramatically however it was still convenient. the guide was so knowledgeable and personable.

The guides were amazing. Lovely people and very informative. Really knew what the were talking about. Visiting aushchwitz is a MUST in your life.

It was everything great and well organized. Marcel was very kind!