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Spend a day visiting important historical sites outside of Krakow on this comprehensive day tour. You’ll have a hassle-free day as round-trip transportation is provided. When you get to Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine, you won’t have to wait in long visitor lines as entrance tickets are provided. You’ll explore both sites with a guide, so you don’t miss any important features and understand their history.

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 1.5-hour visit to the Auschwitz I camp to see the permanent exhibition in the former prisoners' barracks. Afterwards, spend 40 minutes (self-guided option) 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. For the self guided option you will have use of a guidebook and map in your chosen language. Your company Tour Leader does not enter the museum with you.

Discover the rich history of Polish vodka in the heart of Krakow! Step into the unique Vodka Factory Museum, located in a beautifully restored historic distillery. Explore seven interactive zones with a multilingual audio guide, learn about centuries of distillation traditions, and top off your visit with a premium vodka tasting at the stylish Utopia Bar. -Explore at your own pace with a personal audio guide -Travel through time – from medieval distillation to the communist-era Polmos plant -Enjoy an authentic tasting experience in a post-industrial bar setting -A must-do activity for both visitors and locals

Visit Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau on this half-day tour from Krakow. Travel from the city in a private vehicle then join a guided tour of the museum, memorials, and camp buildings on the site of one of the greatest atrocities in world history. Deepen your understanding of the Holocaust as your guide shows you the ruins of crematoriums, gas chambers, and barracks.

Discover Plaszow, Krakow’s forgotten WWII camp, on a guided tour that also tells the story of Oskar Schindler and those he rescued. Highlights: Expert guide brings vanished structures to life Quiet space for reflection and respect Pause at the Monument of Torn-Out Hearts This walk is a guided act of remembrance, honoring thousands who suffered and those who did not return.

Enjoy a visit to the Wieliczka Salt Mine from Krakow without having to organize transport, tickets or guides with this half-day tour. Travel to the mine in an air-conditioned vehicle and once you arrive you’ll be taken on a guided tour of the Wieliczka Salt Mine by one of the museum’s certified guides. This group tour has a maximum of 30 participants.

The Wieliczka Salt Mine is a UNESCO World Heritage site with an interior of chambers, chapels, and tunnels carved from natural salt deposits. Learn about its interesting history on this group tour with an English-speaking guide. You'll descend 800 steps down into the mine, where the temperature is a constant 14 to 16 degree celsius (dress accordingly), and marvel at the human ingenuity and artistry on display.

Zip around Krakow in an electric car on this sightseeing tour. Led by a private driver, soak up the city's rich history as audio commentary offers background on the passing attractions. Travel through the Jewish district of Kazimierz, see the Barbican and Cloth Hall in the Old Town, and experience a poignant piece of World War II history in the former Jewish Ghetto of Podgórze. Your private tour concludes back at your original departure point.

No visit to Krakow is complete without checking off the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Wieliczka Salt Mine. Travel to the 700-year-old attraction with ease on this half-day tour, which includes convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Krakow. Avoid getting lost in the labyrinth of tunnels by following your guide. Visit the museums, chapels, and underground lakes, and discover a subterranean world full of surprises.

Venture out south from Krakow to a fascinating collection of attractions in Poland and Slovakia with this private day tour. Together with your licensed tour guide, you’ll drive to towering Orava Castle in Slovakia. Passing through small villages and towns, you’ll then cross back to Poland for a quick stop at the Chocholow Uprising Museum, before climbing up to Zakopane Mountain Resort in the Tatra Mountains.

Schindler's Enamel Factory is one of Krakow's most important and visited city museums. Your guide will take you through the museum's main exhibition to ensure you get the most out of the information, learn about Oskar Schindler, and have all your questions answered. Another perk: you do not have to wait in a long line for tickets. Upgrade this tour for a guided walk through the Kazimierz district, the Old Jewish Quarter in Kraków.

The Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum is a little over an hours-long drive from Krakow. Take the stress away from planning your own rides to the site by prebooking this Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum Guided Tour from Krakow. Ride comfortably to the WWII site and take in the history of the memorial and museum with a guided tour.

On this 9-hour tour of Aucshwitz-Birkenau, you’ll travel to the former Nazi concentration and extermination camp in a private vehicle before exploring the UNESCO-listed site with a guide. See features of the original Auschwitz concentration camp — including wooden watch towers and fencing — in addition to possessions belonging to former prisoners. Listen to history-rich commentary during a group tour and spend an unconstrained amount of time in Auschwitz before taking private transport back to Kraków, where you'll make an optional add-on stop in Kazimierz, the Jewish Quarter.

This private tour to Czestochowa is a great way to bypass crowded public transport. Enjoy the comfort of traveling in a private vehicle for just your group, which starts with pickup from your Krakow hotel. The trip visits Jasna Góra Monastery in Czestochowa for a guided tour to see the famous Black Madonna painting, and there’s also free time to explore the site independently after the tour.

The Wieliczka Salt Mine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that dates back to the Middle Ages, is a must-see no matter how much time you have in Krakow. Opt for a hassle-free experience of the mine on a half-day tour from Krakow, which includes private transportation from your accommodation. Explore the underground labyrinth with a guide and choose from several departure times throughout the day.

Spare yourself the hassle of a lengthy journey on public transport and take it easy with door-to-door private round-trip transfers to the Wieliczka Salt Mine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On arrival, skip straight to the front of the lines, which can cause major delays in peak season, and experience the majestic underground labyrinth on a group tour in your choice of languages.

Benefit from private round-trip transportation from Krakow to the Wieliczka Salt Mine, an underground marvel with a labyrinth of tunnels and chambers hand-carved from solid salt. The mine is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and known as the oldest salt mine in Europe. Your guide takes you through some of the three upper levels of the stunning underground complex, ranging from 210-442 feet (64 to 135 meters) deep.

Explore Krakow’s rich history on a comprehensive journey through its most iconic landmarks and neighborhoods. This experience takes you from the medieval Old Town featuring the Main Square, Town Hall, St. Mary era churches, and remnants of the city walls to Wawel Castle and the artistic heart of the city. Continue through the Jewish Quarter of Kazimierz, visiting historic synagogues, churches, and vibrant squares that reflect centuries of cultural coexistence. The tour also covers the former Jewish Ghetto, highlighting key sites such as Ghetto Heroes Square, the Ghetto Wall, Oskar Schindler’s story, and the Pharmacy Under the Eagle, offering deep insight into Krakow’s World War II history and enduring resilience!

The Schindler’s Factory Museum does more than just recount historical facts; it offers a narrative that is both educational and emotionally moving. It serves as a crucial reminder of the atrocities of the Holocaust while celebrating the acts of courage that occurred in the darkest of times. The museum not only honors Oskar Schindler and the survivors but also serves as a call to remember and learn from history. Explore the legacy of Oskar Schindler and the history of Krakow during World War II with a visit to the Schindler’s Factory Museum. This tour is essential for anyone interested in the history of the Holocaust, World War II, or human rights. Book your visit now to ensure your place in this moving and educational experience.

Krakow’s location near the somber Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum means it’s easy to pay your respects to Holocaust victims while visiting the city. Join a guided tour to simplify your travel to and from the site. Tour the UNESCO World Heritage–listed concentration camp with tickets included, and learn more about this harrowing chapter of history right where it happened.

Discover one of Kraków’s most intriguing hidden attractions—lying just beneath the Main Square. With skip-the-line access to the Rynek Underground Museum, step into an immersive archaeological space where layers of history reveal everyday life from centuries ago. Highlights: • Explore the remains of Kraków’s medieval marketplace beneath the Main Square • Avoid ticket queues with priority entrance • See preserved streets, market stalls, and authentic historical artifacts • Learn how Kraków developed into an important European trading center • Audio headsets available for groups of 15+ participants When you return above ground, familiar landmarks such as St. Mary’s Basilica and the Cloth Hall will feel entirely redefined—you’ll have just walked through more than 700 years of history hidden below Kraków’s cobblestones.

Explore the profound history of Poland with a guided visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau, a former concentration camp that stands as a solemn reminder of the lives lost during World War II. This tour includes convenient hotel pickup and drop-off from Krakow. With the guidance of an expert, gain a deeper understanding of the events that unfolded at this significant site. - Visit the historic Auschwitz-Birkenau site with a knowledgeable guide - Enjoy hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off from Krakow -In case of cancellation the full amount will be refunded minus 150PLN per ticket.

Learn about the life of the late Pope John Paul II and discover a shortlist of religious sites outside of Krakow with this private guided tour. The package includes museum admission, which avoids the hassle of buying tickets yourself, and conveniently, hotel pickup and drop-off are included too. Highlights along the way include the former family home of Pope John Paul II, and the Sanctuary of Divine Mercy.

The Polish Aviation Museum (Muzeum Lotnictwa Polskiego) covers the history of flying from its early inventions to modern fighter jets. Instead of wasting precious vacation time waiting around to get inside—and up close to its collection of over 200 aircraft—skip the lines with handy, prebooked entry tickets. Explore the exhibits at your leisure, with themed exhibition halls, multimedia presentations, and plenty of planes to snap photos of.