Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour from Krakow: Private Transport + Ticket
Recommended by 96% of travelers
Krakow, Poland
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Offered in: English
Explore our promoted experiences
Overview
Explore the underground world of the Wieliczka Salt Mine on a half-day tour from Krakow, including private, round-trip transportation. Hear the history of the 700-year-old mine on a guided group tour and wander its chambers and tunnels. See the Chapel of St Kinga carved from salt and examine mining artifacts from the Middle Ages. Added bonus: travel to and from the UNESCO-listed site via private vehicle and select a departure time that best suits your schedule.
- Travel directly to and from the mine in a private car
- Enjoy a group tour of the UNESCO-listed mine with an expert guide
- Marvel at the Chapel of St Kinga, a stunning subterranean church carved from salt
- See an underground lake and mining tools used in medieval times
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional driver
- Round-trip transport by private, air-conditioned car
- Guided Tour in Choosen Language
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
We can pick you up from any hotel in Cracow. The driver will be waiting for you in your hotel lobby. Begin your half-day tour with a pickup at your centrally located Krakow hotel at your desired time. Meet your driver, settle into your comfortable private car, and travel directly to the Wieliczka Salt Mine without any stops to pick up other passengers. After your tour our driver will get you directly to your hotel. Please, note, pick-up time depends on the availability of the guides and may differ from your preferred departure time.
Itinerary
A staggering 1,072 feet (327 meters) deep, the Wieliczka Salt Mine comprises an extensive network of underground chambers and tunnels, most of which have been carved by hand from the natural salt blocks.
Choose your preferred departure time and meet a private driver at your central Krakow hotel, traveling 30 minutes southeast of the city to Wieliczka. Arrive at the UNESCO-listed salt mine, join up with your guided group tour and begin your descent along the underground stairs.
As you explore the surrounding tunnels and chambers, your guide will discuss the history behind the 700-year-old salt mine and lead you to some of its most impressive features. Visit the Chapel of St Kinga, a church where almost everything, from its chandeliers to the altar, is made from salt and see the beautiful salt lake in Eram Baracz Chamber.
Afterward, explore an exhibition that documents the history of mining in Poland and examine some of the more fascinating artifacts with your guide. Learn about mining techniques in the Middle Ages and study some old tools that were once used to dig and work the shafts. You’ll also pass mythic figures carved from salt and hear about the unique microclimate below ground.
Finish your tour 443 feet (135 meters) underground before traveling back up to the surface via the mine's high-speed lift. Reunite with your private driver for a relaxing trip back to Krakow, where you'll be returned to your hotel.
Choose your preferred departure time and meet a private driver at your central Krakow hotel, traveling 30 minutes southeast of the city to Wieliczka. Arrive at the UNESCO-listed salt mine, join up with your guided group tour and begin your descent along the underground stairs.
As you explore the surrounding tunnels and chambers, your guide will discuss the history behind the 700-year-old salt mine and lead you to some of its most impressive features. Visit the Chapel of St Kinga, a church where almost everything, from its chandeliers to the altar, is made from salt and see the beautiful salt lake in Eram Baracz Chamber.
Afterward, explore an exhibition that documents the history of mining in Poland and examine some of the more fascinating artifacts with your guide. Learn about mining techniques in the Middle Ages and study some old tools that were once used to dig and work the shafts. You’ll also pass mythic figures carved from salt and hear about the unique microclimate below ground.
Finish your tour 443 feet (135 meters) underground before traveling back up to the surface via the mine's high-speed lift. Reunite with your private driver for a relaxing trip back to Krakow, where you'll be returned to your hotel.
1
Wieliczka Salt Mine
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- The temperature of the salt mine is approximately 57 degrees Fahrenheit (14 degrees Celsius); please wear warm clothes and comfortable shoes
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Please note: the salt mine contains many steps
- Guests are recommended to bring a packed lunch on the day
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Supplied by
Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Traveler Photos
Reviews
4.8
based on 216 reviews
Sort by: Most insightful
Great experience. Driver was funny and knowledgeable. The mine tour guide was very knowledgeable as well
Tour company never communicated when the pick-up time was scheduled. Mine tour was scheduled for 10:15, driver showed up at 10:16 and we still had a 30-40 minute drive to the mine site. This company has a no refund policy and I can see why, with this level of service, everyone would want their money back. Don't use this tour operator, there are plenty of really good ones and you shouldn't get stuck with such a bad one.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thank you for choosing Disocver Cracow. We are sorry that our trip did not meet your expectations. However, we would like to point out that you have purchased a tour with pickup at 10:15, the tour in the mine was scheduled for an hour taking into account travel time.
A good tour.The salt mines are amazing The driver was very helpful but I paid a lot of money for four of us to do the private tour and the vehicle was too small The price is for each person so we should have had a bigger vehicle. It was very uncomfortable.
Response from Host, May 2024
Thank you for choosing Disocver Cracow! We are very pleased to read your feedback. We
do everything so that our customers can visit this beautiful place in the best conditions. Thank you for your attention regarding transport, we will take it into account. I hope you will choose Discover Cracow again!
Let me tell you.. The mines are fantastic and well worth a visit. The guide (from the mines) was excellent and so knowledgeable. The private tramsfer option is not worth it. We paid premium to see the mines quickly and without delays, so we had more time to discover Kraków during our short stay. Pick up was on time and quick, but once we got to the mines we had to wait an hour foenthe group tour. What a complete waste of time. We could have either picked up an hour later or added to another group. Oncw the tour was completed, the driver should have picked us up at the exit. But nope, we marched another 15 minutes to the parking lot, where he was waiting. Private transfer not recommended foe the extra $100 we spent. Sadly.
Response from Host, Oct 2022
Thank you for pointing out our mistakes, it's much appreciated as it's helping us to grow as a company and increasing the quality of our services. Private transport tours are combined with our regular tours, so sometimes there is a little delay, we are sorry for that. We hope that you will take us into consideration if you return to Cracow and we will make sure to take care of you properly.
The driver was friendly and informative. it was lovely to travel in style and comfort without waiting for others
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Dear Customer,
Thank you for sharing your wonderful feedback! It's great to hear that our efforts and your opinions had a great impact on your tour. We're thrilled that you enjoyed the comfort and style of the journey, and that our driver was friendly and informative.
As a token of our appreciation, please enjoy a 10% discount on your next booking with us. Use the code Discover10 during checkout.
We look forward to welcoming you again for another fantastic experience!
Kind Regards,
Łukasz Mroczka
Sales Specialist
Discover Cracow
we found this trip lived up to expectation we had seen the video but being there was superb your driver deserves a mention he was very good and knowledgable
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Dear Customer,
Thank you for sharing your feedback! It's great to hear that our efforts and your opinions had a great impact on your tour. We're delighted that the trip lived up to your expectations and that being there in person exceeded what you saw in the video.
We’re also thrilled to hear that our driver was very good and knowledgeable. Your feedback means a lot to us.
As a token of our appreciation, please enjoy a 10% discount on your next booking with us. Use the code Discover10 during checkout.
We look forward to welcoming you again for another memorable experience!
Kind Regards,
Łukasz Mroczka
Sales Specialist
Discover Cracow
Convenient pick up and drop off in private van. Other than that not much difference because you join a huge tour group with other visitors
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Dear Customer,
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are glad to hear that the pick-up and drop-off were convenient for you, but we regret that the rest of your experience did not meet your expectations. We understand that you were hoping for a more intimate or exclusive experience, and we apologize if the tour structure did not align with your preferences.
We will take your comments into consideration to improve our tours and ensure that we provide a more tailored experience for our guests.
As a token of our apologies, we would like to offer you a 10% discount on your next booking with us. Please use the code Discover10 when making your reservation.
Once again, we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused, and we hope to have the opportunity to serve you better in the future.
Kind Regards,
Sales Specialist
Łukasz Mroczka
Discover Cracow
Fascinating place but be prepared for lots of steps down into the mine.
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Dear Customer,
Thank you for sharing your feedback! It's great to hear that our efforts and your opinions had a great impact on your tour. We're glad you found the place fascinating and appreciate the heads-up about the steps into the mine. It’s always helpful for future guests to know what to expect.
As a token of our appreciation, please enjoy a 10% discount on your next booking with us. Use the code Discover10 during checkout.
We look forward to welcoming you again for another memorable experience!
Kind Regards,
Łukasz Mroczka
Sales Specialist
Discover Cracow
Exceeded our expectations. Our driver was exceptional, professional and handled everything with ease.
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Dear Customer,
Thank you for sharing your wonderful feedback! It's great to hear that our efforts and your opinions had a great impact on your tour. We're thrilled that the experience exceeded your expectations and that our driver provided exceptional and professional service, handling everything with ease.
As a token of our appreciation, please enjoy a 10% discount on your next booking with us. Use the code Discover10 during checkout.
We look forward to welcoming you again for another unforgettable experience!
Kind Regards,
Łukasz Mroczka
Sales Specialist
Discover Cracow
Very exciting and generally a good experience worth the while. Be advised that there are a few other options available for touring the mine as well. This is the tourist option suitable for everyone. There is also a more challenging 'Miners Tour' and other options as well.
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Dear Customer,
Thank you for sharing your feedback! It's great to hear that our efforts and your opinions had a great impact on your tour. We're glad you had an exciting experience and found it worth your while.
We appreciate your advice regarding the different tour options available. It's helpful for future guests to know that there are more challenging experiences, like the 'Miners Tour,' alongside the standard option.
As a token of our appreciation, please enjoy a 10% discount on your next booking with us. Use the code Discover10 during checkout.
We look forward to welcoming you again for another great adventure!
Kind Regards,
Łukasz Mroczka
Sales Specialist
Discover Cracow
J'ai payé très cher cette excursion mais c'est normal ? vu la saison , Au niveau TAXI très bien. L'accueil assez lamentable . NOUS SOMMES RESTE AU FROID 20 minutes en plein vent -12 sans assistance .Bon ceci dit c'est une visite de mine avec un intérêt largement surfait dépêcher vous , il y a du monde ! .Le guide en français , très poli , mais qui se fout de la gestion d'appareil wifi de ma femme qui ne marche pas !!!l
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Dear Customer,
Thank you for sharing your feedback. It's great to hear that our efforts and your opinions had a great impact on your tour, although we regret that certain aspects did not meet your expectations.
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience you faced at the reception and for the wait in the cold. This is certainly not the experience we aim to provide, and we will address this with our team to ensure it doesn’t happen again.
Regarding the mine visit, we understand that the experience may not have lived up to your expectations, and we appreciate your feedback on the guide's attention to your wife's Wi-Fi device. We always strive to improve our services, and your comments will help us enhance future tours.
As a token of our appreciation, please enjoy a 10% discount on your next booking with us. Use the code Discover10 during checkout.
We hope to have the opportunity to provide a more positive experience on your next visit.
Kind Regards,
Łukasz Mroczka
Sales Specialist
Discover Cracow
From $146.61
per person-You will not receive a refund if you cancel.
Compare Similar Experiences
Current
Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour from Krakow: Private Transport + Ticket
216
4 hours
Free Cancellation
From
$146.61
Customers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought
Attractions in Krakow, Poland
- Krakow Town Hall Tower (Wieza Ratuszowa w Krakowie) Tours & Tickets
- Energylandia Tours & Tickets
- Bishop Erazm Ciolek Palace (Polish National Museum in Krakow) Tours & Tickets
- Rynek Underground (Podziemia Rynku) Tours & Tickets
- Polish Aviation Museum (Muzeum Lotnictwa Polskiego) Tours & Tickets
- Krakow Old Town (Kraków Stare Miasto) Tours & Tickets
- Chocholow (Chochołów) Tours & Tickets
- Kalwaria Zebrzydowska Tours & Tickets
- Planty Park Tours & Tickets
- Wawel Royal Castle (Zamek Wawelski) Tours & Tickets
- St. Florian's Gate (Brama Floriańska) Tours & Tickets
- Zakrzowek Tours & Tickets
- Museum of Contemporary Art in Krakow (MOCAK) Tours & Tickets
- Jasna Góra Monastery (Klasztor na Jasnej Górze) Tours & Tickets
- Krupowki Street (Ulica Krupówki) Tours & Tickets
- Galicia Jewish Museum Tours & Tickets
- Home Army Museum (Muzeum AK) Tours & Tickets
More attractions near Krakow, Poland
- Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum Tours & Tickets
- Zakopane Tours & Tickets
- Wieliczka Salt Mine (Kopalnia Soli) Tours & Tickets
- Rynek Glowny (Main Market Square) Tours & Tickets
- Oskar Schindler's Factory (Fabryka Schindlera) Tours & Tickets
- Chocholow (Chochołów) Tours & Tickets
- Wawel Royal Castle (Zamek Wawelski) Tours & Tickets