Auschwitz and Birkenau WITHOUT TICKETS transport from Kraków
Overview
The price includes private or shared transportation without tickets for the guided tour. Tickets will be purchased on-site at the Museum Auschwitz, where our driver will assist you.
Auschwitz concentration camp stands as one of the most renowned sites associated with the harrowing events of World War II. The atrocities committed by the Nazis there are undoubtedly among the most shocking in history, contributing to its global recognition.
Established during World War II, Auschwitz concentration camp was a network of concentration and extermination camps constructed and operated by the Third Reich in Polish territories annexed by Nazi Germany. It was the largest of the Nazi concentration camps.
Access to the camp has become significantly more accessible in recent years. Numerous companies have emerged, specializing in organizing trips to Auschwitz and its surrounding areas.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (only from Kraków)
- Total cost of transport, fuel, parking cost
- English speaking driver, Fuel surcharge
- Wifi access, Insurance, Transportation between both camps
- The price includes shared or private transfer, you will buy tickets on the spot.
- Comfortable A/C minivan transportation with licensed driver
- Food and drinks, Gratuities
- Guide book
- Guided tour
Meeting and Pickup
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What To Expect
**Tour Program of Auschwitz & Birkenau**
**Pick-up:**
- English-speaking driver will meet you at your hotel, apartment, or other accommodation.
- Pick-up will be between 5:00 AM to 5:30 AM at the designated location.
- Tickets will be purchased from the cashier at the Museum Auschwitz. - please take ID with you.
**Journey to Auschwitz:**
- The drive from Krakow to Auschwitz is approximately 65 kilometers and takes around 1 hour and 20 minutes.
**Museum Visit:**
- The driver will assist you in arranging tickets or, if you have already purchased tickets, will join you in the appropriate group.
- The sightseeing of Auschwitz I takes approximately 2 hours, while Birkenau takes approximately 1 hour.
**Transfer to Auschwitz II Birkenau:**
- After visiting the first part of the camp, the driver will take you to Auschwitz II Birkenau, which is located approximately 3 kilometers from Auschwitz I.
- Sighseeing in Auschwitz II Birkenau takes approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes.
**Return to Kraków:**
- After sightseeing Auschwitz and Birkenau, the driver will take you back to your hotel or apartment in Kraków.
**Total Trip Duration:**
- The entire trip, including the journey, will take approximately 7 hours.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- The price includes only private transfer, you will visit Auschwitz without tickets for guided tour
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (only from Kraków).
- Total cost of transport, fuel, parking cost.
- English speaking driver, Fuel surcharge.
- Wifi access, Insurance, Transportation between both camps.
- The price includes shared or private transfer, you will buy tickets on the spot.
- Comfortable A/C minivan transportation with licensed driver.
- Food and drinks, Gratuities.
- Guide book.
- Guided tour.
The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Auschwitz and Birkenau WITHOUT TICKETS transport from Kraków is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
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Oct 2026What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (only from Kraków)
- Total cost of transport, fuel, parking cost
- English speaking driver, Fuel surcharge
- Wifi access, Insurance, Transportation between both camps
- The price includes shared or private transfer, you will buy tickets on the spot.
- Comfortable A/C minivan transportation with licensed driver
- Food and drinks, Gratuities
- Guide book
- Guided tour
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- The price includes only private transfer, you will visit Auschwitz without tickets for guided tour
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
