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Explore Zakopane, Poland’s popular destination for winter sports, and the Tatra Mountains on this day trip departing from Krakow. Escape the bustle of the city and head to the top of Mt Gubalówka on the funicular railway. Soak up incredible views from the peaks before discovering Zakopane’s traditional mountain architecture, shops, the Tatra Museum and more. Your day will conclude with transportation back to your Krakow hotel.

Learn about the two parts of the German concentration camp established in 1940 during a visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum. Led by a guide, you will learn about life at the camp, the exhausting work prisoners were forced to perform, the tragic medical experiments performed, and the liberation of the camp by Soviet troops. The tour includes both parts of the former camp, Auschwitz and Birkenau.

Located in the southern suburbs of Krakow, Plaszow is a Nazi concentration camp founded shortly after the German invasion of Poland. This camp featured in the movie Schindler's List (1993) about the life of Oskar Schindler. The site is now a nature preserve with a large memorial to the victims. A camp replica was built nearby by director Steven Spielberg, all of which will be explored on this private, guided tour.

Forget trying to hail a taxi as you juggle your luggage in Krakow. Arrange your one-way transfer to Krakow Airport in advance in order to eliminate transport worries and secure the ultimate stress-free ride. During the journey, enjoy traveling in a climate-controlled vehicle with parking costs included for extra convenience.

Not enough time for visiting all Krakows must see places ? Now , it is possible to visit both Auschwitz Birkenau Museum and Salt Mine in Wieliczka in one day with no compromise on Your trip itinerary and you will get back to Krakow by dinner time! By choosing this trip you are choosing the opportunity to see two of the most-known places in Poland in one day. During this tour you will enjoy personal attention from your private licensed tour leader/driver (extra facts, stories, places). The car or van will be reserved only for you. Simple and convenient pick-up and drop-off in Krakow

Plaszow, situated in the southern outskirts of Krakow, stands as a stark reminder of the atrocities committed during the Nazi regime. Established shortly after the German invasion of Poland, Plaszow was initially conceived as a forced labor camp in 1940. However, by 1941, it underwent expansion and transformation into a concentration camp. Functioning as a concentration camp, Plaszow supplied labor to various military factories and a quarry. The harrowing existence within its confines is vividly depicted in the acclaimed film "Schindler's List" (1993). Today, the terrain that once bore witness to unspeakable suffering comprises sparsely wooded hills and fields, marked by solemn memorials erected to honor the victims. While the Plaszow area has been designated a nature preserve, filmmaker Steven Spielberg recreated a camp replica in the nearby Liban Quarry, a poignant testament to the horrors endured.

During the Hidden Krakow Bike Tour, an experienced guide will take you to the most beautiful secret pearls in Krakow. You visit locations that you as a tourist will not easily find yourself, but that are absolutely worth it. During this tour we focus on the Second World War and communism and we tell many impressive and even emotional stories. During this bike tour you will also hear stories of heroes full of hope and pride. You will really learn through these stories how the history of Poland has shaped the Polish inhabitants. We do this in the Podgorze district, among other places, where we visit a Jewish cemetery, Schindler's factory and the Jewish ghetto. The absolute highlight of the tour is a breathtakingly beautiful view of the entire city. This is one of the most unforgettable moments of your visit to Krakow for everyone. In short, do you want a special afternoon, full of impressions through the most beautiful, less touristy places? Then the Hidden Krakow bike tour is definitely a must do in your city trip.

If you’ve got limited time in Krakow, eliminate the stress of organizing transport and entrance fees on a hassle-free tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, and Wieliczka Salt Mine. Choose to visit both attractions and relish the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off in a luxury vehicle. All entrance fees are included.

Take part in a guided walk through the former Płaszów Camp, learning about its historical role and its connection to Oskar Schindler through thoughtful, expert-led commentary and respectful context. Explore Płaszów Camp with an expert guide and learn about its history through stories of loss, survival, and moral courage. This guided walk places the site in proper historical context, including its connection to Oskar Schindler and the lives he helped save. Highlights: • Take an in-depth guided walk through the former Płaszów Camp • Visit key memorial sites and honour the victims of the camp • Learn about Oskar Schindler and the fate of prisoners transferred to his factory Unlike many historical sites, Płaszów contains few preserved structures. Its wide, open spaces and silence define the experience, creating a setting for remembrance and reflection rather than exhibition. The absence of buildings underscores the scale of loss and invites a respectful engagement with history.

Embark on a spine-chilling journey through Kazimierz, Krakow’s mysterious district, where dark tales of brutal crimes and dangerous figures from the 20th century still haunt the streets. Discover the eerie locations where infamous murderers like Karol Kot, the "Vampire of Krakow," and WWII soldier Franz Tham committed their heinous acts. Walk through Szeroka Street, where Kot’s brutal murders in the 1960s targeted women and children, and visit Józefa Street, the site of his most notorious killings. Explore Kazimierz’s criminal history, the impact of these figures on the area, and the development of criminology in Krakow. Visit Wąska Street, where Tham evaded capture after committing brutal crimes during WWII. Reflect on the psychological motives behind these heinous acts at St. Catherine’s Church, then end at Nowy Square, contemplating the lasting impact of these chilling events and the shadow they cast on Krakow’s history.

Explore the darker side of Kraków’s Kazimierz on a haunting guided walk. Trace the crimes of Karol Kot, the “Vampire of Kraków,” and uncover the city’s most disturbing true stories. Embark on a chilling walk through Kazimierz, Kraków’s historic Jewish Quarter, and uncover the true story of Karol Kot, the infamous “Vampire of Kraków.” This guided group tour follows the real locations connected to his brutal crimes in the 1960s, when fear gripped the city. Highlights • Walk through the atmospheric streets of Kazimierz Jewish Quarter • Discover the true crimes of Karol Kot, the “Vampire of Kraków” • Visit the real sites connected to the attacks • Learn about the police investigation and manhunt • Reflect at Plac Nowy, where past and present intersect Set against the bleak reality of post-war, communist-era Kraków, you will explore how social tension, anonymity, and decay formed the backdrop to a shocking series of attacks.

Learn more about World War II-era Poland and pay your respects at the somber but interesting Gross-Rosen Concentration Camp. Your driver will drop you at the camp, where you’ll watch an educational film about the history of Gross Rosen. As this is a private tour, you can go at your own pace and ask questions along the way.

Embark on a guided tour to explore the historic sites of the Jewish ghetto and one of the Nazi concentration camps established during World War II. Begin your journey near Schindler's Factory in Krakow's Podgórze district. Though the local streets and alleys have changed over time, they still conceal remnants of the harrowing years when the Nazis confined thousands of people within the ghetto, only to later transport them to concentration camps. Visit the remaining fragments of the ghetto wall, the famous square with its poignant chair monument, and the building of the Pharmacy Under the Eagle, a beacon of hope during those dark times. Next, take a tram to Płaszów, the site of a former Nazi concentration camp located in the Krakow suburbs, built on the grounds of old Jewish cemeteries. Płaszów served as a labor camp for several military factories and a quarry, as well as a site for the extermination of Jews deported from the ghetto.

Explore the amazing underground sculptures, caverns, and even a cathedral at the Wieliczka Salt Mines on an easy half-day tour from Krakow. Avoid the hassle of reading Polish bus timetables with hotel or central-Krakow transfers (if option selected). Learn all about the history of the centuries-old salt mines from your guide and marvel at the many complex and beautiful salt sculptures.

Take a private tour of Stutthof Museum to learn about World War II and the first Nazi concentration camp built in Poland from an Expert Guide. Hear also the forgotten story of Westerplatte, where the war began. Enjoy private transfers from Gdansk. Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests: Tour is available in following language: English,Germany, Polish French, Italian, Russian, Spanish Norwegian, Swedish 7-hour: Stutthof Concentration Camp Tour Learn about WWII and the Holocaust on a private tour of the Stutthof Concentration Camp. Private car transfers are included. Take advantage of a comfortable pickup service and take a guided excursion to Stutthof Concentration Camp. Learn how it functioned during the German occupation of Poland in WWII. See the barracks and gas chambers at the first concentration camp build by the Nazis in Poland. Explore the whole area with a licensed guide and discover facts only heard there.

Witness the scale of the Holocaust crimes on a guided tour of the largest Nazi concentration camp Auschwitz-Birkenau. Includes skip-the-line tickets & private car transfers from Wroclaw. Immerse yourself in the turbulent history of WWII. Highlights: • Visit the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum & Memorial Site with a Licensed Guide • Save time with skip-the-line tickets for a group tour in your native language • See the original prison barracks gas chambers & Holocaust memorials • Learn about WWII history, the Holocaust & the people responsible for it • Enjoy private car transfers with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Wroclaw The Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum & Memorial Site is one of the top tourist destinations in Poland. We offer private car transfers direct from your accommodation in Wroclaw so you can join an Expert Guide on a group tour of the former Nazi concentration camp complex in Oswiecim. Discover the darkest chapter in European history on a full-day tour from Wroclaw.

The private Auschwitz-Birkenau tour offers a deeply personal and respectful experience, far from the crowds of large group visits. With a private licensed guide dedicated exclusively to your group, you’ll explore both camps at your own pace, gaining a deeper understanding of their history and significance. Round-trip private transport from Krakow ensures comfort and peace of mind, allowing you to focus entirely on the experience. This tour is designed for those seeking a thoughtful, educational, and emotionally meaningful journey — a moment to reflect, learn, and honor the memory of the victims.

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests: 2-hour: Nowa Huta Museum Tour On 2H tour you will visit the Nowa Huta Museum in Krakow with skip-the-line tickets & learn about the history of PRL, Soviet Union, communism & anti-communism. 3-hour: Nowa Huta Museum Tour with Transport Book 1H round-trip transfers & 2H skip-the-line tour of the Nowa Huta Museum & learn about the history of PRL, Soviet Union, communism & anti-communism. 4-hour: Nowa Huta Museum and District Tour On a 4H tour you will visit the Nowa Huta distrit & Nowa Huta Museum in Krakow with skip-the-line tickets & learn about the history of PRL, Soviet Union, anti-communism & more. 5-hour: Nowa Huta Museum and District Tour with Transport Book 1H round-trip transfers & 4H skip-the-line tour of the Nowa Huta Museum & Nowa Huta distict in Krakow & learn about the history of PRL, anti-communism, & more.

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.