Auschwitz and Salt Mine Private Tour

Embark on a private excursion to Auschwitz and the Salt Mines, where you'll have the opportunity to explore the largest Nazi concentration camp under the guidance of a knowledgeable English-speaking expert, shedding light on the grim realities of the Holocaust during World War II. 

Auschwitz and Salt Mine Private Tour

Your journey begins with a pickup from your accommodation in Krakow at the designated time, followed by a drive to Auschwitz, where we will arrive in just over an hour to one of the key locations that witnesses the horrors of the Nazi regime, the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp.

Upon arrival, the private tour in English will commence, taking you through the expansive grounds of the largest extermination camp established during World War II. As we explore the former prison blocks, now turned into exhibition spaces, as well as the gas chambers and crematoria, you will gain insights into the horrific techniques employed by the SS guards that led to the suffering and death of over a million individuals.

Your visit continues at Auschwitz II-Birkenau, where the train tracks mark the arrival points for Jews, Romi people, homosexuals, Spanish Republicans, and others, who awaited their fateful destinies.

After completing the tour, you'll have around 40 minutes of leisure time before we head to the town of Wieliczka, where you can enjoy an hour and a half for lunch at your own pace.

Subsequently, we will delve into the Salt Mines, an awe-inspiring underground network featuring over 20 galleries. Here, you can witness stunning lakes and chambers adorned with sculptures and bas-reliefs crafted from salt blocks, including the renowned chapel of St. Kinga, which is entirely decorated with salt elements.  

Following our exploration of the mines, we will return you to your hotel in Krakow, with an estimated arrival about 10 hours after our initial pickup.

Why Opt for a Private Tour?

Choosing a private tour ensures a tailored experience. Additionally, if you're part of a larger group, this option could be a more cost-effective solution.

Essential Information

• Please ensure the name entered during the booking process matches your ID precisely, as any discrepancies might lead to denial of entry to Auschwitz.
• Visits to the camp can solely be conducted by officially accredited guides recognized by the museum, and not by independent guides. Confirmation of your guide is guaranteed only between 12 and 16 hours ahead of the activity.
• It is essential to meet the minimum group size required by all operators to access the camp with a guide. If this number isn't met, the activity may either be cancelled or rescheduled.
• We will secure tickets and a guide once the minimum group threshold is achieved. However, for last-minute reservations, there may be unavailability of guides, leading to possible cancellations.
• Your booking will be considered confirmed once you receive a detailed confirmation and timing for your hotel pickup from the local team.
• If the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum cannot confirm the private visit, the local team will reach out with alternative suggestions. Should those options not meet your needs, you are entitled to a no-cost cancellation and may opt for the more frequently available group tour instead.
• In case of cancellation, a non-refundable fee of 38EUR per person will be applicable, as it covers the Salt Mine admission ticket cost.