Krakow: Auschwitz-Birkenau Extended Guided Tour & Options

Visitors to Krakow have the opportunity to embark on a profound and educational journey through the harrowing history of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp. This comprehensive 9-hour guided tour, led by a certified historian, provides an in-depth exploration of the site’s tragic past. With convenient hotel pickup, skip-the-line entry, and optional lunchboxes, participants can enjoy this meaningful and reflective experience. The tour’s focus on educating visitors about the Holocaust ensures that attendees will gain valuable insights that resonate long after their visit. For those seeking to understand the profound impact of this dark chapter in history, this tour offers a powerful and impactful exploration.

Key Points

• Offers a comprehensive 9-hour Auschwitz-Birkenau tour with a 6-hour guided exploration of the concentration camp and museum.
• Includes a professional historian guide, transportation, skip-the-line entry, and optional lunchbox at a starting price of CZK 1,464 per person.
• Provides flexible pickup options from Krakow’s Old Town and Jewish Quarter, and a choice of ham, cheese, or hummus lunchbox.
• Emphasizes a deeper understanding of the Auschwitz-Birkenau history and the tragic events that transpired through the extended tour duration.
• Adheres to a non-refundable cancellation policy and requires essential details like passport/ID for entry upon booking.

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Tour Overview

The Auschwitz-Birkenau Extended Guided Tour is a comprehensive 9-hour activity that allows visitors to explore the historical significance of this renowned concentration camp in-depth.

The tour includes a 6-hour study visit with a certified guide, providing in-depth insights into the museum, original barracks, and the Birkenau gate.

Priced from CZK 1,464 per person, the tour is available in English and German.

While the cancellation policy is non-refundable, the tour offers convenient pickup options from hotels or meeting points in the Old Town and Jewish Quarter.

Participants can also opt to add a lunchbox to their experience.

The tour emphasizes the importance of preserving the memory of the victims of the Holocaust.

Activity Highlights

This extended study tour allows visitors to explore the Auschwitz-Birkenau site in-depth, spending 2.5 hours longer than standard tours.

Participants will visit the museum, original barracks, and the Birkenau gate, gaining detailed insights from a professional historian guide about the historical significance of this largest concentration camp established during the Holocaust, where millions, mainly Jews and Poles, were murdered.

The tour provides a comprehensive understanding of this sobering and historically important site, with the extra time allowing for a more thorough exploration and reflection on the immense tragedy that occurred here.

Visitors will come away with a deeper appreciation for the gravity of the events that took place at Auschwitz-Birkenau.

Inclusions and Pricing

A certified professional historian guide provides detailed insights throughout the 6-hour study tour.

Transportation, with pickup and drop-off options, and skip-the-line entry to the museum are also included.

Visitors may opt to add a lunchbox featuring ham, cheese, or hummus. The full tour package costs a starting price of Kč1,464 per person.

The tour includes a visit to the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp, which was the largest established during the Holocaust. Guests will explore the museum, original barracks, and the Birkenau gate, among other key historical sites.

The extended tour offers a more in-depth experience compared to standard offerings. Guests are advised to bring personal identification, comfortable shoes, and coins for restrooms.

Pickup and Lunch Options

Pickup options for the Auschwitz-Birkenau tour include hotel pickup or meeting at five locations in Krakow’s Old Town and Jewish Quarter/Kazimierz district. Guests can also choose to add a lunchbox featuring ham, cheese, or hummus.

Pickup Options	Meeting Points
Hotel Pickup	Old Town
–	Jewish Quarter/Kazimierz

Lunch Options:

• Ham Lunchbox
• Cheese Lunchbox
• Hummus Lunchbox

The choice of pickup location and lunch selection offers travelers flexibility and convenience when booking this comprehensive Auschwitz-Birkenau tour.

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Important Tour Details

Travelers must bring their passport or ID for the Auschwitz-Birkenau tour, as well as wear comfortable shoes.

No pets, oversized luggage, smoking, or large bags (exceeding 20 x 30 cm) are permitted during the experience.

Guests’ full names and contact details are required upon booking, and access may be denied if the names don’t match their identification.

To ensure a smooth and informative tour, the following recommendations are provided:

• Bring your own lunch and drinks unless the optional lunchbox is selected.

• Carry small change for restroom fees.

• Expect a busy schedule with limited time for breaks.

• Follow all instructions from the certified guide.

• Be prepared for the emotional and somber nature of the historical sites.

Cancellation Policy

The cancellation policy for this Auschwitz-Birkenau tour is non-refundable. This means that once a booking is made, no refunds will be issued. The tour operator takes this approach to ensure they can plan the logistics effectively and provide the best possible experience for guests.

Tour Cancellation Policy
Refundable	No
Changeable	No
Cancellation Fees	100%

Guests should be aware of this policy before booking to ensure they understand the terms and conditions. The tour operator is transparent about the cancellation policy upfront to set clear expectations.

Customer Feedback

Reviewers consistently praise the tour’s informative guides, who provide detailed insights into the historical significance of Auschwitz-Birkenau.

The tour boasts an impressive 4.3/5 rating based on 15 reviews. Highlights include:

• High ratings for transportation (5/5) and value for money (5/5)

• Feedback on friendly, helpful guides

• Appreciation for regular updates about pick-up points and times

• Commendations on the tour’s educational value and ability to convey the site’s gravity

• Comments that the extended tour length allows for a more comprehensive exploration of the camp

Tour Booking Requirements

Booking this extended Auschwitz-Birkenau tour requires providing full name and contact details, as refusal of entry is possible if the names on the booking don’t match the ID.

Guests can’t bring pets, oversized luggage, or large bags over 20 x 30 cm in size. Smoking and bringing outside food are also prohibited.

To ensure a smooth experience, it’s recommended to bring a passport or ID, comfortable shoes, and coins for restrooms. If the lunchbox option isn’t selected, guests should pack their own food and drinks.

Following these simple guidelines will help make the tour as informative and memorable as possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Take Photos During the Tour?

Visitors are generally allowed to take photos during the tour, but it’s important to be respectful and avoid flash photography in certain sensitive areas. Specific photography rules may vary, so it’s best to follow the guide’s instructions.

Is There an Audio Tour Available?

The guided tour does not include an audio tour option. The tour is led by a certified guide who provides detailed historical insights during the 6-hour in-depth exploration of Auschwitz-Birkenau.

Are There Any Restrictions on the Items I Can Bring?

There are some restrictions on items visitors can bring. Pets, oversized luggage, smoking, and large bags (max size 20 x 30 cm) are not allowed. Visitors should bring only necessary items and be prepared to follow the tour’s guidelines.

Can I Visit the Gift Shop During the Tour?

The tour does not include time to visit the gift shop. Visitors can explore the gift shop before or after the guided tour. However, there may be limited opportunities to visit the gift shop during the tour itself.

Are There Any Discounts Available for Students or Seniors?

The tour does not offer any student or senior discounts. However, the overall price is reasonable at CZK 1,464 per person for the extended 6-hour guided experience at Auschwitz-Birkenau.

The Sum Up

This comprehensive 9-hour guided tour in Krakow provides an in-depth exploration of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp, led by a certified historian.

Featuring skip-the-line entry, hotel pickup, and optional lunchboxes, the tour focuses on educating visitors about the Holocaust, ensuring a meaningful and reflective experience.

With a duration of 6 hours at the site, participants gain valuable insights into the camp’s tragic past.

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