2 Days in Krakow: Auschwitz, Wawel and Wieliczka Tour

2 days (approximately)
Offered in: English and 2 more

Discover two sides of Polish heritage in just two days — from the powerful history of Auschwitz-Birkenau to the royal beauty of Wawel Castle and the underground wonder of the Wieliczka Salt Mine.
Experience the essence of Polish history & culture in one well-balanced 2-day tour. Explore the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial with an official museum guide, then uncover Krakow’s royal heritage at Wawel Castle & the breathtaking underground world of Wieliczka. With included transport, entry tickets, and a traditional lunch, everything is arranged for you.

Highlights:
• Visit Auschwitz-Birkenau with an official museum guide
• Step inside Wawel Castle and Cathedral with a licensed local guide
• Descend into the Wieliczka Salt Mine with an in-house expert
• Enjoy a traditional Polish lunch between sightseeing stops
• Learn, reflect, and explore without planning or stress
• Group transport to Auschwitz and Wieliczka included

This 2-day journey combines powerful reflection with cultural discovery.

What's Included

Transport Krakow–Wieliczka–Krakow
In-house guide at Wieliczka Salt Mine
Lunch
Transport Krakow–Auschwitz–Krakow
Official museum guide at Auschwitz-Birkenau
Licensed local guide at Wawel Castle & Cathedral
Traditional Polish lunch (Day 2)
Service tips

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Wait at the Kiss&Ride touristic bus stop. Our Driver will hold an excursions.city sign with lead traveller name.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum

    3 stops
  • 1
    Krakow

    Transfer Krakow – Oświęcim Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle from Krakow to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum. During the journey, your tour leader will introduce the historical background of this UNESCO-listed site.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Memorial and Museum Auschwitz-Birkenau

    Auschwitz I – Main Camp Begin your guided visit at Auschwitz I, where the museum exhibitions are located in original brick barracks. With an official museum guide, learn about the everyday life of prisoners and the tragic history of the Holocaust. See the “Arbeit Macht Frei” gate, preserved gas chamber, crematorium, and the haunting collections that commemorate the victims. Short Break Take a short pause between visits to reflect and prepare for the next part of the tour. Auschwitz II – Birkenau Continue your visit to Birkenau, the largest section of the camp complex. Walk along the railway tracks leading to the ruins of crematoria, barracks, and watchtowers. Your guide will share stories of courage, loss, and remembrance that shaped this place forever.

    3 hours 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Krakow

    Transfer Back to Krakow Return journey to Krakow. Reflect on the experience and the memories of those who suffered here.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Wawel & Wieliczka Tour

    4 stops
  • 4
    Wawel Royal Castle

    Wawel Castle and Cathedral The next day begins at Wawel Hill — the royal heart of Poland. Visit grand castle interiors, the coronation cathedral, and royal tombs with a licensed local guide who brings centuries of history to life.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Krakow

    Transfer Krakow – Wieliczka Board your group vehicle for a comfortable, air-conditioned ride from Krakow to the town of Wieliczka.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Wieliczka Salt Mine

    Descend deep underground into the Wieliczka Salt Mine — a world of tunnels, chapels, sculptures, and saline lakes carved entirely from salt. Explore this UNESCO World Heritage site with a licensed in-house guide.

    2 hours 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 7
    Krakow

    Transfer Wieliczka – Krakow Relax on the return transfer to Krakow after a day filled with culture, reflection, and awe-inspiring sights.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please arrive 10 minutes before the tour begins. Once the group has departed, latecomers cannot join and tickets are non-refundable.
  • All group tours are conducted in one language, selected when booking.
  • Please provide full names of all participants when booking. Bring a valid ID — the name must match your ticket, or entry may be refused.
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