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Auschwitz Birkenau Self Guided Tour

27 Reviews 4.15 out of 5 stars Based on 27 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Krakow, Poland
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7 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

What makes this tour unique is that the travelers can spend on interesting exhibitions as much time as they want. The tour leader will provide any necessary information about the two camps- Auschwitz 1 and Auschwitz 2 Birkenau and let travelers manage their time there. The guidebooks that we provide are very informative and include maps of the two camps.

What's Included

  • Entrance to both Auschwitz and Birkenau camps
  • English-speaking driver
  • The museum entry ticket will be provided on the day of the tour.
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    Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau

    Start your tour to Auschwitz-Birkenau from Krakow in a comfortable, air-conditioned van and enjoy a scenic drive of approximately 1.5 hours. Upon arrival, take a short break before beginning your visit to Auschwitz I, where you will follow the permanent exhibition located in the former prisoners’ barracks and see original artifacts that once belonged to the camp’s inmates, while learning about the history of the site through informative explanations. After completing your visit to Auschwitz I, continue to Auschwitz II–Birkenau, where you will spend about one hour exploring the camp, including the remains of barracks, crematoria, and the unloading ramp. After the visit, meet your driver at the designated meeting point and relax on the return journey to Krakow.
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    3 hours Admission Ticket Included

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Not reccommended for travelers with walking problems
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Auschwitz Birkenau Self Guided Tour?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-154442P1

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • Entrance to both Auschwitz and Birkenau camps
    • English-speaking driver
    • The museum entry ticket will be provided on the day of the tour.
    • Admission Includes Access to the Gas Chamber Entrance
    • Rental of informational booklets available in 17 languages
    • Air-conditioned vehicle

    Additional Info

    Activity name

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Not reccommended for travelers with walking problems
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

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