From Krakow: Auschwitz Museum and Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour
ID: GYG38936-51499
Category:
Country: Poland
Duration:
09:00 hours
Description
Visit Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest of the Nazi concentration camps, then explore the stunning Wieliczka Salt Mine, one of the world's oldest, complete with a full cathedral carved from rock salt. This full-day tour is as enlightening as it is humbling.
Discover the harrowing history of the Nazis' largest concentration camp before visiting one of the world's oldest salt mines, operating from the 13th century right up until 2007
You'll be transferred from your Krakow accommodation to Auschwitz-Birkenau, a complex of the former concentration and extermination camps that stands today as a monument to the horrors perpetrated by Adolf Hitler's Third Reich. Founded on 27th April 1940, the camp became the site of 1.1 million deaths before the end of World War II.
The day's second tour is of Wieliczka Salt Mine, descending 380 steps to its first level 210 feet (64 meters) below ground. Hear the mysteries of the mine and the stories of the people who worked there, as well as the powers of nature that have ruled over it. Explore the mine's 20 chambers, including St. Kinga's Chapel – an enchanting, underground cathedral carved entirely from rock salt.
Highlights
- Visit the Nazis' largest concentration camp complex on a 6-hour tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau
- Descend into the breathtaking Wieliczka Salt Mine
- Discover a unique underground city, as well as the enchanting St. Kinga's Chapel
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• As per the requirements of Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, all participants are required to provide their full name and contact details as part of the booking
• Entrance may be refused if the name provided on the booking is not identical to the name on the ID provided when entering
• Owing to the requirements, all tickets to the museum are non-refundable. Please consider your purchase carefully
• You are welcome to bring your own food on the tour
Pick-up from Krakow hotels and accommodation
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
