Krakow to Auschwitz-Birkenau: Private day trip
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About your trip
Visit the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum. Transportation is provided to this important historical site that preserves the evidence and memory of the Holocaust. The grounds include the original buildings where visitors can solemnly witness the exhibits documenting the atrocities committed there. The Memorial encompasses both the Auschwitz I and the vast Auschwitz II-Birkenau sites, offering visitors the opportunity to pay their respects and reflect on the devastating consequences of hatred and prejudice. This solemn visit serves as a powerful reminder of our collective responsibility to honor the victims' memory and to ensure such horrors are never repeated.
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Discover local insights you won't find in guidebooks
Experience the freedom to explore at your own speed
Perfectly planned for families, friends, or solo travelers
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Krakow whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.Discover more with local expertise
Your driverās local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden cafĆ© here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips youāll love sharing later. This isnāt a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.Explore at your own pace
Once at Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial, you'll have time to reflect on the preserved sites, museum exhibitions, and memorial spaces at your own pace. Meanwhile, your driver will wait for you nearby, ensuring a safe and easy return trip. Entry to the memorial is free, but due to the high volume of visitors, you'll need to specify and reserve a time slot online. Guests who choose to go on a tour will need to pay an additional fee (to the Auschwitz Memorial organizers). Additional information is here: https://visit.auschwitz.org/?lang=en
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.Good to know
- Two-way private car transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions in Auschwitz-Birkenau should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
- Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
From ā¬54
per person
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotalā¬162
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
Start in Krakow
You choose the pickup spot.
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Auschwitz-Birkenau
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 5 hours - admission not included




Back to Krakow
Weāll take you back to your starting point.
Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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Know more about your day trip
A complete visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau typically takes 3.5-4 hours. This includes Auschwitz I (the main camp), which takes about 2 hours to explore, and Auschwitz II-Birkenau (the extermination camp), which requires approximately 1.5 hours. Your driver will wait while you complete your visit.
We strongly recommend booking an official guided tour for the most educational experience. Guides provide crucial historical context and ensure you see the most significant areas. You can arrange a guide through the memorial's official website.
Yes, visitors should dress respectfully. Avoid clothing with provocative messages or revealing attire, such as very short shorts and sleeveless tops. Comfortable, modest clothing and walking shoes are recommended as the visit involves considerable walking on different terrains.
Photography is permitted in most outdoor areas but prohibited in certain indoor exhibitions, particularly Room 5 of Block 4, the basement of Block 11, and the crematorium. Flash photography and tripods are not allowed. Always follow the instructions of memorial staff and guides.
Visiting Auschwitz-Birkenau is indeed emotionally challenging. Prepare by understanding you'll encounter graphic evidence of Nazi atrocities. Consider reading background information beforehand. The car journey back provides time for reflection. Your driver understands the emotional impact and will ensure a respectful, comfortable return.
Large bags and backpacks (exceeding 30x20x10 cm) are not permitted inside. Small snacks and water bottles are allowed, but eating is only permitted in designated areas out of respect. There's a small cafƩ near the entrance for refreshments before or after your visit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any questions, here are the answers.Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! Youāre free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning youāll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.
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