• Krakow - The journey begins with a comfortable drive from Krakow, with an optional lunchbox. The trip to Auschwitz takes about 1.5 hours. Upon reaching Oświęcim, there will be a short break to enjoy a coffee or stretch your legs while appreciating the surroundings. Shortly after, a local guide, a licensed expert from the Auschwitz-Birkenau museum, will lead an insightful and poignant guided tour.
• Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau - Upon arrival at Auschwitz, a professional guide will greet you and lead you through the infamous gate at Auschwitz I, marked with the chilling words “Arbeit Macht Frei.” The Auschwitz-Birkenau complex was established in 1940, repurposing old Polish army barracks, initially intended to hold Polish POWs and political prisoners. It operated until its liberation by Soviet forces in 1945. During this period, over 1.5 million prisoners, including Jews, Poles, Italians, and French, were brought to Auschwitz, with 1.1 million tragically exterminated in what became the largest genocide in human history, leaving survivors deeply scarred.

As you explore the Auschwitz I site, you’ll encounter original buildings, roads, fences, watchtowers, railway ramps, and the haunting “Death Wall.” The tour includes visits to the barracks, now housing powerful exhibitions, documents, and items. These moving displays offer a glimpse into the harrowing reality faced by those imprisoned here.

• Brzezinka - The second part of the tour takes you to Birkenau (Auschwitz II), the largest of over 40 camps and sub-camps within the Auschwitz complex. Originally conceived as a camp for Soviet POWs, Birkenau eventually became a concentration camp for prisoners of various nationalities and a central hub for the extermination of Jews. Construction began in October 1941, built by slave laborers on the site of the displaced and largely destroyed village of Brzezinka, just three kilometers from Auschwitz I. The camp was designed to hold up to 125,000 prisoners at a time, many of whom were condemned from the outset to die from cold, hunger, disease, and overwork. Prisoners were treated as expendable and easily replaced labor.
  As you walk through Birkenau, you’ll witness the horrific living conditions prisoners were forced to endure.
  This part of the tour provides a sobering glimpse into the brutal efficiency with which lives were extinguished during the Holocaust.
• Krakow - After the tour, there is no rush. You’ll have at least 15 minutes to visit a bookstore or simply take a break. Then, after another 1 hour and 30 minutes on the road, you’ll be returned to a designated location in Krakow.

• General meeting point near the old town
• Headsets for better audio
• English-speaking licensed guide
• Air-conditioned vehicle

• Parking fees

Embark on a profoundly moving historical journey with a guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau. The tour starts with a comfortable transfer from Krakow to Auschwitz I, where visitors will pass through the notorious “Arbeit Macht Frei” gate. Discover the original barracks and exhibitions that recount the tragic stories of over 1.5 million victims.

Following this, proceed to Birkenau (Auschwitz II), the largest camp, to observe the remains of mass extermination and learn about the selection process at the rail ramp. With the expertise of a knowledgeable guide, gain a deep understanding of this somber chapter in history. Reserve your transformative experience today.

• Time may be changed due to schedule at the Auschwitz Museum

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.