Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Wieliczka Salt Mine One Day Tour with Private Transport

12 hours

Moderate

    Visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one day — Auschwitz-Birkenau and the Wieliczka Salt Mine. Enjoy private transport and guided tours for a comfortable, well-organized, and informative experience.


Make the most of your time in Krakow with a full-day trip to two of Poland’s most important UNESCO World Heritage Sites — the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and the Wieliczka Salt Mine. Travel comfortably with a private driver and take part in official group guided tours at both locations for a smooth and informative experience.


Highlights:

• Visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one day

• Comfortable private round-trip transportation with a professional driver

• Official group guided tours at Auschwitz-Birkenau and the Wieliczka Salt Mine

• Learn about history, culture, and natural heritage from licensed guides

• Stress-free experience with tickets and logistics arranged in advance


This full-day experience combines a deeply meaningful historical visit with a fascinating underground exploration. With private transportation, entrance tickets, and group guided tours organized for you, everything runs smoothly so you can focus on understanding and discovery.


Itinerary:

Transfer from Krakow – approx. 1h 30 min

Your private driver will pick you up from your accommodation in Krakow and take you comfortably to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial. Upon arrival, you will join your scheduled group guided tour led by a licensed museum educator.


Auschwitz I – approx. 1h 45 min (Admission Ticket Included)

The visit begins at Auschwitz I, where you will join the official group guided tour. You will see preserved barracks, watchtowers, and exhibitions presenting documents, photographs, and personal belongings that illustrate life in the camp during Nazi occupation.


Short Break – approx. 15 min

A short break before continuing to the second part of the memorial complex.


Auschwitz II–Birkenau – approx. 1h 15 min (Admission Ticket Included)

Continue the group guided tour at Birkenau, the largest part of the camp complex. Here you will see the remains of gas chambers and crematoria, as well as the memorial dedicated to the victims.


Transfer to Wieliczka – approx. 1h 30 min

After the Auschwitz-Birkenau visit, meet your private driver for a comfortable ride to Wieliczka. You will have time to relax and, if you wish, stop briefly for lunch before the next tour.


Wieliczka Salt Mine – approx. 2h 15 min (Admission Ticket Included)

Join an official group guided tour of the Wieliczka Salt Mine. Descend underground to explore tunnels, chambers, and impressive chapels carved entirely from salt. Along the way, discover remarkable sculptures, underground lakes, and the mine’s unique atmosphere.


Return transfer to Krakow – approx. 45–60 min

After the tour, your driver will meet you at the mine’s exit and take you back to your accommodation in Krakow, giving you time to relax after a memorable day.





 


What's included?

    Private transport: Kraków – Oświęcim – Wieliczka – Kraków

    Licensed guides at Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine

    Entrance ticket to Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum

    Entrance ticket to Wieliczka Salt Mine

    Hotel pick-up and drop-off

    Exclusions

      Food and drink
      Not listed as included in the price

      Please note

        Remember that the time booked for the tour is conventional. The exact time of pick-up (departure from Krakow) and the start of the tour varies in different months and is confirmed each time after purchase, closer to the departure date. Please do not plan other trips on the same day and do not book this tour on the days of arrival/departure. 

        Not wheelchair accessible.

        The Salt Mine tour involves extensive walking and 800 steps, starting with a descent of 380 stairs down the Daniłowicz Shaft (64 m). The tour reaches 135 m underground. Return to the surface by lift.

        The mine temperature is 14–16 °C — bring warmer clothing and comfortable shoes.

        Bags must not exceed 35×20×20 cm.

        Students must carry a valid photo ID to receive a youth discount.


        The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions

        A considerate amount of walking is involved

        Children must be accompanied by an adult

        Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

        Bags and backpacks larger than 30x20x10 cm are not allowed on the museum grounds. You may store luggage in the vehicles free of charge.

        Please, provide exact name and surname from your passports/documents (tickets are personal)

        Please bring a document confirming the name and surname of each participant


        What to bring

          Please bring your ID card or other identification document for identification by museum staff. The name and surname on your ticket must match the one on your document.